In Beirut, Displaced People from the South Struggle to Catch Their Breath
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 24/09 14:42 - Reading : less than a minute
Following the intense bombardments by the Israeli air force in the south of the country, several thousand Lebanese have found refuge in Beirut, like here in the center of Bir Hassan.
"A Missile Fell 300 Meters from Me": Displaced from South Lebanon Share Their Stories
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 23/09 18:40 - Reading : less than a minute
The Hospitality Institute in Bir Hassan (Beirut) welcomed the first displaced individuals from South Lebanon this afternoon, following the massive bombing campaign carried out by Israel in the region since Monday morning. Still in shock, they share their testimonies.
Israeli Strikes: Hospitality Institute Prepared to Welcome 400 Displaced
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 23/09 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Director of Hospitality Institute in Bir Hasan, Beirut, Houssam Younes told TIB that they have been ready to welcome around 400 displaced persons since August.
Borrell in Lebanon: "The Drums of War Have not Stopped"
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 12/09 16:01 - Reading : less than a minute
Abdallah Bou Habib Josep Borrell
On a visit to Lebanon on Wednesday and Thursday, the head of European diplomacy Josep Borrell met with the caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdallah Bou Habib. [readmore url="https://thisisbeirut.com.lb/lebanon/289756"]
Aley Pays Tribute to Abou and Oum Melhem
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 12/09 11:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Originally from Aley, Abou and Oum Melhem, whose real names are Adib Haddad and Salwa Fares el-Hajj, left their mark on Lebanon's golden era with their series "Yes'ed Masekoun." Statues were erected on Wednesday in their honor by artist Ghinwa Radwan.
The 'Myth' of Syrian-Turkish Normalization, Beyond Declarations
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 07/09 15:20 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
For several months, Syria and Turkey have been making statements in favor of normalizing their diplomatic relations. In July, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that he could invite Syrian President Bashar al-Assad "at any time" to begin talks to restore relations. At the end of August, in a speech before the People's Assembly, Assad ...
August 4: Still No Justice for the Victims' Families
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 04/09 21:52 - Reading : less than a minute
More than four years after the Beirut port explosion, the victims' families are still waiting for justice. They are demanding the resumption of the investigation by Judge Bitar, which remains on hold.
Unit 8200: Israel's Intelligence Startup
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 27/08 18:21 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hassan Nasrallah Hezbollah Israel
In his speech on Sunday evening, Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah stated that the "primary target of the operation" conducted by his group was "the Glilot base, the main Israeli military intelligence base." This facility, located 110 kilometers from the Lebanese border, is home to Unit 8200, the technological wing of the Israeli military. In ...
The Oud: The Sultan of Arabic Music
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 24/08 13:02 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the heart of the Mseitbeh neighborhood, hidden in the basement of a small alley, lies a treasure of Lebanese craftsmanship. Away from the daily hustle and bustle, the sound of woodworking echoes like a melody in the making. Albert Mansour, a former mechanic turned luthier, carefully inspects every step of the oud-making process. His "babies," ...
In the Line of Fire: The Middle East Dons Military Fatigues
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 15/08 17:03 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
As negotiations for a potential ceasefire in Gaza resume in Doha, the Middle East remains on edge, awaiting Iran’s response to the assassination of former Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Two camps are clashing in the region, both ideologically and militarily: Israel, backed by American support and regional bases, and the "Axis of ...
Legislative Elections: Could a Left Popular Front Govern France?
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 12/06 09:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Following President Macron’s abrupt dissolution of the National Assembly, the French Left has rallied together. Their goal: to thwart the far-right’s surge in the wake of the National Rally’s significant success in the European elections, a success that could be further strengthened by allying with certain Republicans. Shortly after the ...
Will the UN Ultimately Recognize Palestine?
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 13/04 16:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
On Tuesday, April 2, the Palestinians renewed their demand to join the United Nations. In a letter addressed to UN Secretary-General António Guterres, Palestinian Ambassador to the UN Riyad Mansour renewed a longstanding petition dating back to 2011. "We hope that the Security Council, convening at the ministerial level on April 18, will take ...
Netanyahu Between a Rock and a Hard Place
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 26/03 21:15 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
After nearly 6 months of war in Gaza, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu seems to be caught between internal dissent and international pressure as he fights for his survival. The war he is waging against Hamas has gradually lost its legitimacy in the eyes of the international community, as civilian casualties mount without significant ...
What Criticism Does Israel Have Against UNRWA?
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 29/01 15:22 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
According to a report published on Monday by The New York Times, Israel has submitted a dossier to the US government containing accusations against 12 UNRWA employees. Ten of them were labeled as “Hamas members,” and one was allegedly affiliated with the Islamic Jihad. The six-page dossier alleges that roughly 190 UNRWA employees, including ...
Netanyahu: War or Downfall
Marie de La Roche Saint-André 22/01 19:33 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Contested within his own country and criticized by the international community for his handling of the Gaza war, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to be continuing his forward escape. Entangled in corruption scandals, he is playing his political survival and turning the war into a personal matter, which might potentially lead to a ...