War Diary: Day 119
Tylia El Helou 2024-02-02 21:10 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in Gaza. Here are the main highlights for February 2nd, 2024.
War in the Middle East
On the Importance of Implementing Resolution 1701
This Is Beirut 2024-02-02 19:10 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
For caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, "a three-step plan is essential" to restore peace in the region and allow for the normalization of relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, following the war between Hamas and Israel that started on October 7. According to him, the first step is to achieve a "ceasefire in Gaza, then the exchange of ...
Israeli Warplanes and Artillery Shelling Invade the Southern Skies
This Is Beirut 2024-02-02 17:31 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Israeli army targeted with artillery shells on Friday morning the outskirts of the Hamames hill in Sirda, while a smoke shell fell between houses in the town of Khiam. Artillery shelling also targeted the outskirts of northern Tayr Harfa and the outskirts of Wadi Hassan and Majdal Zoun. Warplanes carried out a series of airstrikes targeting ...
Gaza: An Uncertain Ceasefire
This Is Beirut 2024-02-02 16:27 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Qatar's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Majed al-Ansari, announced on Thursday that Hamas had provided "initial positive confirmation" in response to a ceasefire proposal. However, sources within Hamas caution that no agreement on the framework has been reached, citing significant concerns. After a truce proposal agreed on with Israeli negotiators ...
French Foreign Minister to Visit Beirut on Tuesday
This Is Beirut 2024-02-02 15:41 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The recently appointed French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Stephane Sejourne, is set to visit Beirut on Tuesday as part of international efforts to push for a ceasefire in Gaza and South Lebanon. This visit follows a recent trip by the British Foreign Secretary, David Cameron, last Thursday. This also follows visits from the Qatari envoy, and ...
War on Journalists: Struggle on the Frontlines in Gaza
Rayan Chami 2024-02-02 09:04 - Reading : less than a minute
Palestinian journalists risk their lives for truth, facing dangers, sacrifice and an uphill battle for survival in the heart of the war on Gaza.
Conflict Continues in South as US Press for Diplomatic Solutions
This Is Beirut 2024-02-01 23:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Tensions remained high on Thursday evening at Lebanon's southern border. While Israeli media reported alarm sirens in Zarit near the Lebanese border, Israeli bombardments continued on the ground. Warplanes launched several airstrikes in an area between Halta and Kfarchouba, as well as on the outskirts of Kfar Hamames in the al-Shaqif ...
Barbara Leaf: US Keen on Diplomatic Solution in Southern Lebanon
This Is Beirut 2024-02-01 22:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf underlined in a press briefing on Thursday the formidable challenges facing the region since October 7, stressing, however, that Washington is keen and committed to finding a lasting settlement for the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and a diplomatic solution on the Lebanon-Israel ...
War Diary: Day 118
2024-02-01 21:33 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in southern Lebanon and Gaza. Here are the main highlights for February 1, 2024.
Qatar: Hamas Gives 'Initial Positive Confirmation' on Truce Plan
This Is Beirut 2024-02-01 21:24 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Hamas has given "initial positive confirmation" to a proposal for the cessation of fighting in Gaza and the release of hostages, Qatar's foreign ministry spokesman said on Thursday. US, Egyptian, and Qatari mediators met with Israeli intelligence officials in Paris on Sunday, where they proposed a six-week pause in the Gaza war and a ...
South Lebanon: One Injured in Wazzani
This Is Beirut 2024-02-01 18:51 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Israeli shelling continued on the Lebanese southern front for the 117th day. On Thursday, the Lebanese Red Cross transferred a wounded individual from the town of Wazzani to the governmental hospital in Marjayoun due to Israeli gunfire. The Israeli army targeted, in the morning, from its positions near Mount Labbouneh, the towns of Jebbine, Tayr ...
Cameron Underlines Implementation of Resolution 1701, Support for Army
2024-02-01 18:12 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron's visit to Lebanon is not the result of US or European cooperation. Rather, it occurred in the context of international efforts towards ending the war in Gaza and South Lebanon between the Israeli army on one side, and Hezbollah and Hamas on the other. Information pertaining to Cameron’s meetings with ...