Lebanon

SpotlightOngoing Negotiations Ahead of the January 9 Presidential Election

Bassam Abou Zeid 2024-12-27 14:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

As of today, it appears unlikely that the parliamentary session scheduled for January 9 will result in the election of a new president. However, the days leading up to this session are expected to see intense political activity, with hopes remaining high for a breakthrough—whether through consensus or by securing the necessary 65 votes. Many ...

Souhaid from Damascus: What Unites Us Is Stronger Than Events

This is Beirut 2024-12-27 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute

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In a speech in front of the Maronite Archdiocese of Damascus, former MP Fares Souhaid declared, “We have come from Lebanon to tell everyone to look with hope at the transformations in our region.” Souhaid added, “We came to tell our brothers in Syria that what unites us is stronger than the events, to wish a free and dignified life for all ...

Joseph Aoun in Riyadh: From Yarzeh to Baabda?

This is Beirut 2024-12-27 13:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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All eyes are on Riyadh, awaiting the outcome of discussions between the Lebanese Army Commander-in-Chief, General Joseph Aoun, and Saudi officials. On Thursday, Joseph Aoun met the Saudi Minister of Defense in the presence of the new man in charge of the Lebanese dossier, Prince Yazid ben Farhane. While the Lebanese are closely scrutinizing the ...

Mikati Denies Having Been Informed of Israel's Refusal to Withdraw From South Lebanon

This is Beirut 2024-12-27 11:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The press office of caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati denied media reports that “Lebanon has been officially informed by intermediaries that Israel will not withdraw from South Lebanon after the sixty-day truce period has expired.” In a statement issued on Friday, Mikati said he had communicated “his firm position to all parties ...

Tribute to Mohammad Chatah on the 11th Anniversary of His Assassination

This is Beirut 2024-12-27 11:30 - Reading : less than a minute

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On the 11th anniversary of Mohammad Chatah's assassination, several political figures paid tribute to him. Mohammad Chatah, a leading figure in the Cedar Revolution, was killed in a car bomb attack in downtown Beirut on December 27, 2013. He was an ambassador to the United States, Minister of Finance and senior advisor to former Prime Minister ...

ExplainerBDL Reserves Rise to $10.176B: Will Payments Continue in January?

Maurice Matta 2024-12-27 11:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon BDL Economy

The relevant departments of the Banque du Liban (BDL) have finalized a comprehensive study on deposits and accounts held in Lebanese banks. This study distinguishes between “fresh accounts,” opened after October 17, 2019, and “dollar accounts,” which refer to legacy accounts established before that date. Commissioned by the acting ...

SpotlightChristmas at the Southern Border: A Beacon of Hope

Fady Noun 2024-12-27 10:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lebanon Rmeich Kley'a South Christmas

In a Lebanon cautiously stabilized by the implementation of UN Resolution 1701 and the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Paolo Borgia chose to celebrate Christmas in Rmeish (14,000 inhabitants) and Kley’a (2,500 inhabitants), two Maronite border towns that faced immense hardships during the 14-month war ...

Israeli Raids Target 3 Sites in Qusaya, Beqaa

This is Beirut 2024-12-27 09:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Israeli warplanes launched successive raids on the outskirts of Qusaya in the Beqaa, targeting three locations early Friday morning. A strong explosion was heard in the eastern range of the Beqaa, coinciding with a low-altitude flyover by Israeli warplanes. This marks the second targeting of the Beqaa since the ceasefire went into effect in ...

Op-edNo Economic Solution from the Presidency

Johnny Kortbawi 2024-12-27 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Presidency

A growing narrative is emerging in private discussions among decision-makers in Lebanon – even if only at the surface level – that the new presidency will restore prosperity and usher in a renewed economic boom capable of resolving the current crisis. Those involved are counting on Gulf and European aid to open the door to improvement across ...

Israeli Army Detonates Buildings While Retreating from Wadi al-Hujeir

This is Beirut 2024-12-26 20:10 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Following an Israeli army incursion into southern Lebanon on Thursday, Israeli military vehicles retreated from Wadi al-Hujeir toward the outskirts of Wadi Saluqi. According to al-Jadeed television, the Israeli army also detonated two houses in the towns of Yaroun in the Bint Jbeil caza and Kfar Kila in the Marjayoun caza. The Lebanese Army ...

This Is Holidays: Day 11

Rayan Chami 2024-12-26 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanon Christmas Holidays

This Is Beirut invites you to follow its special Christmas bulletin during the festive season. Here's what the newsroom has in store for you on Thursday, December 26. Don’t forget to check our website and discover today’s Christmas recipe; try it, send us a photo and we will share it on our page!

VideosChristmas on Ice Returns to Beirut

Rayan Chami 2024-12-26 17:45 - Reading : less than a minute

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Christmas on Ice is back in Beirut! With its second edition, "The Tale of Emily & The Nutcracker," this magical event premiered on Christmas Day at the Seaside Arena. Featuring a Christmas village and an enchanting show, the event spread festive cheer and created an unforgettable holiday experience.