Customs Seize Smuggled Agricultural Goods

This is Beirut 07/05 19:40 - Reading : less than a minute

Lebanese Army Ministry of Agriculture Customs Smuggling

On Wednesday, the Anti-Smuggling Division of the General Customs Directorate, in coordination with the Ministry of Agriculture, intercepted large quantities of agricultural products illegally smuggled into Lebanon. The confiscated goods included 1,400 kilograms of tomatoes, 800 kilograms of green peppers, 1,200 kilograms of colored peppers and ...

President Aoun Launches Lebanese Red Cross Annual Fundraising Campaign

This is Beirut 07/05 18:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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President Joseph Aoun launched the Lebanese Red Cross Annual Fundraising campaign on Wednesday, announcing his decision to donate his salary to the humanitarian organization. President Aoun made this announcement during a meeting with a delegation from the Red Cross led by its president, Antoine Zoghbi. Aoun expressed deep appreciation for the ...

Ambassador Lisa Johnson Welcomes Lebanese Delegation to SelectUSA 2025

This is Beirut 07/05 18:05 - Reading : less than a minute

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In anticipation of the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, United States Ambassador to Lebanon Lisa Johnson hosted a reception at her residence on Wednesday to honor the Lebanese delegation participating in the event. The summit, scheduled for May 11-14 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, is the premier ...

Towards Revitalizing Lebanese Agricultural Exports: Regional Markets Open Up Again

This is Beirut 07/05 16:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani announced a significant step forward in opening up regional markets to Lebanese agricultural products. In a statement to the MTV television channel, he revealed that a large portion of foreign markets are now accessible, and that from May 10, the Jordanian market will once again welcome Lebanese citrus fruits, ...

Nawaf Salam: 'Foreign Companies Want to Invest in Kleaite Airport'

This is Beirut 07/05 15:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Wednesday that several foreign companies are interested in investing in Kleiate René Mouawad Airport, in northern Lebanon. He said that a master plan was being drawn up and that he would soon announce concrete projects during a future visit to the region. During a meeting with the Mufti of Akkar, Salam ...

Hamas Reportedly Pledges to Halt Military Activity from Lebanon

This is Beirut 07/05 15:05 - Reading : less than a minute

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A Lebanese security source revealed on Wednesday that Lebanon has “received assurances from Hamas that no military action will be carried out from Lebanese territory.” The source, quoted by Sky News Arabia, also disclosed that Hamas is expected to “hand over in the coming hours” a fourth suspect wanted by the Lebanese authorities for ...

VideosProject Lebanon 2025: Paving the Way for Rebuilding Lebanon’s Future

Lyne Sammouri 07/05 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute

Project Lebanon, the 26th International Trade Exhibition for Construction, Infrastructure and Renewable Energy, kicked off by bringing together global leaders in construction, energy and environmental solutions, fostering collaboration and innovation to help Lebanon rise across the sector.

Arab Fund Pledges Support to Revive Development Projects in Lebanon

This is Beirut 07/05 13:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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President Joseph Aoun expressed optimism about Lebanon’s future during a meeting this morning at Baabda Palace with Bader Mohammed Al-Saad, Chairman of the Arab Fund for Economic and Social Development. He underscored the country’s determination to rebuild the state on new foundations, with a particular focus on economic and financial ...

Hajjar Confirms Secure and Smooth Municipal Elections Ahead of May 11 Vote in Tripoli

This is Beirut 07/05 12:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar assured that the ongoing electoral process is facing no significant obstacles, aside from a few minor logistical issues. Speaking from Tripoli on Wednesday morning, he emphasized that the security situation is “under control” with no major disruptions to the election process. “The most important factor is ...

First Emirates Airlines Flight Carrying Emirati Citizens Lands in Beirut Marking a Step Toward Economic and Tourism Revival

This is Beirut 07/05 11:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The first Emirates Airlines flight from the United Arab Emirates carrying Emirati citizens landed on Wednesday at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport marking a symbolic and warmly welcomed moment in Lebanese-UAE relations. The airport’s arrivals hall was adorned with flowers to greet the aircraft and its passengers, reflecting the ...

Haidar Asks Unions to Conduct Their Elections and Correct Their Legal Status Within 3 Months

This is Beirut 07/05 11:25 - Reading : less than a minute

The Minister of Labor, Mohammad Haidar, issued a directive as part of the regulation of craft unions and professional unions (both workers and employers) and their licensed federations across Lebanon. The directive requested that “all craft unions, professional unions (workers and employers) and their licensed federations, in accordance with ...

Zgharta: Municipal Elections Shaping the Political Landscape

Yara Germany 07/05 11:10 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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As municipal elections draw near, the caza of Zgharta is becoming a political battleground. More than just local stakes, the real contest is over control of the Federation of Municipalities. In Zgharta district, municipal elections transcend local affairs. They become full-scale political battles, shaped by the deep-rooted rivalry between two ...