This is Beirut 28/11 20:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Both Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati received calls from French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday. Berri's conversation with Macron focused on the overall situation in Lebanon, including the recent steps taken in relation to the ceasefire agreement and Israeli violations, as well as preparations for ...
Bassam Abou Zeid 28/11 19:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The announcement came as Le Drian was meeting with the Quintet ambassadors (United States, France, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Qatar) at the Pine Residence, shortly before heading to Parliament. Berri invited Le Drian to observe part of the legislative session, during which Army Commander-in-Chief General Joseph Aoun’s term was extended. Aoun is ...
This is Beirut 28/11 19:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The caretaker Minister of Interior, Bassam Mawlawi, announced that "the Commander-in-Chief of the Army, General Joseph Aoun, has briefed the ministers on the broad outlines of the Lebanese Armed Forces' deployment plan in South Lebanon. The plan, which will be executed in three phases, aims to ensure both the return of Lebanese citizens and the ...
Cian Ward 28/11 17:35 - Reading : less than a minute
In the final hours of the war, Israel unleashed a wave of raids on the capital. This is Beirut spoke with residents of the targeted buildings to hear their perspective on the recent events.
David Sahyoun 28/11 17:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Testimony "Once, our apartment at Galerie Semaan was a peaceful haven. Now, it feels like a real pressure cooker. The atmosphere in our home has completely changed. My husband yells over the smallest things. I do too, actually. Yesterday, we argued simply because the kids were making too much noise while playing— as if noise could still bother ...
Victoria C. Werling 28/11 16:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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Life is gradually returning to the southern suburb amid the rubble, as residents begin to reclaim the area.
This is Beirut 28/11 15:55 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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On Thursday, the second day of the ceasefire agreement, the Lebanese Army issued a statement confirming that the Israeli military had committed several violations. These included breaches of Lebanese airspace and attacks on Lebanese territory using various weapons. The Lebanese Army Command stated that it is addressing these violations in ...
Rayan Chami 28/11 15:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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In a session on Thursday, the Lebanese Parliament approved the extension of mandates for security chiefs holding the rank of Brigadier General and above, including Army Commander General Joseph Aoun. His term, initially set to expire in January 2025, has been extended for another year amidst political divisions and ongoing regional tensions. The ...
This is Beirut 28/11 13:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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As tens of thousands of Lebanese head back home following the ceasefire announcement, many are finding their towns and villages have been devastated by the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. With AFP
Rayan Chami 28/11 11:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Lebanese Parliament is convening today to discuss extending the term of the Army Commander-in-Chief, Joseph Aoun. If quorum is achieved, debates on this matter are anticipated. Other agenda items include extending the terms of members of the Higher Judicial Council, administrative deadlines, public procurement, and evaluating state assets.
Joanne Naoum 28/11 11:25 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Lebanon faces a critical two-month challenge as all parties work to maintain stability and implement the revived UN Security Council Resolution 1701. With reinforcement efforts underway, the focus is on translating this second chance into tangible action. Cautious days lie ahead as UNIFIL and the Lebanese Army remain on high alert. This is ...
This is Beirut 28/11 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
The residents of Qlayaa in South Lebanon cheered the Lebanese troops upon their arrival last night, following the ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel. With AFP