Army Appoints Gen. Edgard Lawandos on Ceasefire Monitoring Committee

This is Beirut 03/12 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Army has appointed General Edgard Lawandos, commander of the southern Litani sector, to represent Lebanon on the international truce monitoring committee set up under the ceasefire agreement with Israel, according to LBCI TV. The committee is made up of representatives from the USA, France, the UN, Lebanon and Israel. The United States will ...

Italy Launches €5.4 Million Emergency Aid Projects in Lebanon

This is Beirut 03/12 16:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Italy has reaffirmed its commitment to Lebanon with the launch of nine humanitarian emergency projects worth €5.4 million, aimed at addressing critical needs stemming from the ongoing humanitarian crisis. In a press release issued on Tuesday, the Embassy of Italy in Beirut explained that the initiatives, announced on 18 November, are financed ...

Catholic Gathering Urges Protection of Public and Private Properties

This is Beirut 03/12 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute

The Catholic Gathering called for the protection of properties ahead of restoration and reconstruction projects following the return of war-displaced individuals. In a statement published on Tuesday, it emphasized the necessity for property owners to submit supporting documents or proof of ownership to the government and the Ministry of ...

VideosCeasefire Week One: Life in Nabatiyeh

Rayan Chami 03/12 13:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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On the seventh day of the ceasefire, and despite fears of a potential escalation on Monday night, life in Nabatiyeh is gradually returning to normal. In the Nabatiyeh Souk, residents and shop owners remain hopeful, taking steps to rebuild their livelihoods. Stay tuned to This is Beirut for an in-depth report from the heart of Nabatiyeh.

The School Meal Program at the Heart of Discussions Between Halabi and the WFP

This is Beirut 03/12 12:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Caretaker Minister of Education Abbas Halabi thanked the World Food Program (WFP) for their support in providing nutritional assistance to schools.  Minister Halabi also emphasized Lebanon's commitment to education despite the ongoing conflict. Halabi was speaking on Monday during a meeting with Matthew Hollingworth, the Regional Director of ...

VideosForbes ME's 30 Under 30: The Minds Behind Tick'It

Vanessa Kallas 03/12 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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Three young visionaries – Cedric, Marc and Ralph – are reshaping Lebanon's event industry. As the driving force behind Tick’it, they are featured in Forbes 30 Under 30, demonstrating that innovation can thrive even in the toughest times.

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince to Consolidate Ceasefire in Lebanon

This is Beirut 03/12 11:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a strategic partnership on Monday to strengthen bilateral ties and ease tensions in the Middle East. “The two leaders agreed to make every effort to contribute to de-escalation in the region, including helping to consolidate the fragile ceasefire between Israel ...

Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Kill at Least Ten, US Confirms ‘Ceasefire Holding’

This is Beirut 03/12 10:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The Lebanese Army initiated a heavy deployment in and around the city of Tyre on Tuesday afternoon. This move comes as part of the military’s redeployment efforts in the region, particularly targeting border villages to ensure security amid renewed tensions between Hezbollah and Israel since the ceasefire agreement came into effect. Troops ...

Changes in Lebanon and Syria Redefine Regional Dynamics

Philippe Abi-Akl 03/12 08:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Regional developments are unfolding at an unprecedented pace. From Lebanon to Syria, a surge of violence is sweeping through the region, igniting multiple fronts targeting Iran’s proxies in its self-declared spheres of influence. Iraq risks being drawn in unless it distances itself and aligns with a broader international effort that appears ...

As Ceasefire Falters, Lebanon Urges Quick Action on Monitoring Committee

Bassam Abou Zeid 02/12 20:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The ceasefire in southern Lebanon is faltering, raising concerns among local, regional, and international key players about its potential collapse. In response, many of these parties rushed to initiate a series of contacts aimed at stabilizing the situation. However, their efforts have so far proven unsuccessful. Hezbollah retaliated against what ...

Hezbollah Fires "Warning" Missiles at Israel Further Denting Fragile Ceasefire

This is Beirut 02/12 18:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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In a new security development, and for the first time since the ceasefire took effect, Israeli media reported Monday the first violation of the ceasefire agreement from the Lebanese side. It indicated that two rockets were launched from Lebanon toward Mount Dov landing in an open area, with reports of two explosions heard near the Rweissat ...

Israeli Drone Strike Kills State Security Officer

This is Beirut 02/12 17:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The General Directorate of State Security declared that an Israeli drone targeted State Security personnel, killing Corporal Mahdi Khreis of the Nabatieh Regional Directorate while he was on duty. The attack, described as a blatant violation of the Armistice Agreement, was carried out with a guided missile. The Directorate condemned the assault ...