This Is Beirut 2024-08-16 15:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanese Forces (LF) leader Samir Geagea stressed that “the government must take a stance in the supreme Lebanese interest" instead of acting as a mailbox for Hezbollah and echoing its position. In a press conference on Friday, he said, “We do not want a civil war, but we want to present things as they should be,” revealing that “Amos ...
Marc Saikali 2024-08-16 09:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Not a day passes without the Lebanese government unveiling new contingency plans for various sectors—education, communications, health, refugee assistance. It almost feels like we’re living in a real country, where leaders pretend to care about the people. But in truth, it’s all talk and no action. This isn’t surprising, given that the ...
This Is Beirut 2024-08-16 09:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A delegation from the parliamentary Moderation Bloc raised the issue of “operating” Rene Moawad Airport in Qlayaat with caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, to ensure Lebanon’s continued communication with the outside world in case of disruptions at Beirut International Airport. The delegation argued that Qlayaat Airport is already ...
Joanne Naoum 2024-08-15 22:57 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
With Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport as Lebanon's only operational airport, the urgent need for a second airport is critical. Lebanon teeters on the brink of an all-out war, fueled by the Gaza conflict and the ongoing cross-border skirmishes between Hezbollah and the Israeli army. Should tomorrow's Doha negotiations fail to ...
Rayan Chami 2024-08-15 19:26 - Reading : less than a minute
In a visit to Lebanon, French Foreign Minister Stéphane Séjourné reaffirmed France's role in mediating tensions in the Middle East, offering solidarity and support to Lebanon and seeking to extend France's involvement with UNIFIL.
This Is Beirut 2024-08-15 18:24 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
With southern Lebanon under Israeli bombardment, caretaker Minister of Transport and Public Works, Ali Hamiyeh, chose to announce, from Nabatiyeh on Thursday, the launch of a project to rehabilitate and maintain Lebanon's highways. This includes general maintenance, such as road signage and traffic lights, and the funding of a system to ensure ...
This Is Beirut 2024-08-15 15:31 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Director General of Civil Aviation, Fadi al-Hassan, asserted the readiness of the emergency plan for Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport (BIA) in the event of an attack. The plan will be implemented immediately, along with the appropriate procedures. He also assured that employees are fully aware of all instructions for urgent action in ...
Salam Zaatari 2024-08-15 14:46 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
When you browse X, it feels as though a civil war is unfolding between Hezbollah supporters and the rest of the Lebanese population. The sentiment among ordinary Lebanese citizens echoes the days when the PLO attempted to dominate the country, acting as an entitled bully under the guise of their cause. There is growing frustration with ...
This Is Beirut 2024-08-15 13:22 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Maronite Patriarch Mar Bechara Boutros al-Rai asserted on Thursday that “Lebanon needs to elect a president because he is the only guarantor of unity in diversity.” In this context, al-Rai cited Article 49 of the Constitution during the Mass of the Feast of Annunciation of Virgin Mary in Diman, which stipulates that the president of the ...
2024-08-15 12:36 - Reading : less than a minute
Every year, in celebration of the feast of the Assumption, devoted believers embark on a symbolic journey spanning over 25km from Ehden to Zghorta. This pilgrimage culminates at the Church of Our Lady of Zghorta, where the faithful gather after a 4-hour walk. They attend the annual mass and come together to partake in the traditional Assumption ...
This Is Beirut 2024-08-14 20:52 - Reading : less than a minute
Former Finance Minister and renowned economist and historian George Corm passed away on Wednesday at the age of 84. He served as Minister of Finance in the government of Prime Minister Salim Hoss from 1998 to 2000. Corm studied at the Institut d'Études Politiques de Paris (1958–1961), where he graduated in Public Finance and also has a PhD ...
This Is Beirut 2024-08-14 20:13 - Reading : less than a minute
Air France and Transavia flights to Beirut will resume by Thursday, following a suspension since July 29 due to the security situation in Lebanon, a spokesperson for both airlines said on Wednesday. In a press release, Air France stated, “Given recent developments in the security situation at the final destination, the airline plans to resume ...