Maroun Chahine 2024-09-30 19:23 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
There was a time, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s, when Cyprus served as a “haven of peace” for Lebanese escaping the horrors of war. Simply arriving in Cyprus, typically Larnaca, was enough to obtain a visa and enjoy the island's “small pleasures.” As the Israeli war intensifies on Lebanese territory, old fears are being revived, ...
Mario Chartouni 2024-09-30 19:08 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hassan Nasrallah, the Hezbollah leader who commanded the pro-Iranian group for 32 years, was assassinated by Israel on Friday in Beirut's southern suburb. This marks one of the most perplexing chapters in a saga that has been ongoing since October 8. But how did Israel succeed in eliminating a man who believed himself untouchable? One of the most ...
2024-09-30 18:41 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri confirmed that “Lebanon is still committed to what was agreed upon with the US mediator Amos Hochstein regarding a path that ends with a ceasefire with Israel and the implementation of UN Resolution 1701.” In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, he strongly rejected “linking the ceasefire to the presidential ...
2024-09-30 17:52 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The first visit to Lebanon by the new French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, was an opportunity to reiterate France's unwavering support for Lebanon, particularly for the Lebanese people during these times of war, and to offer assistance, notably to the Lebanese army. In meetings with all Lebanese officials on Monday, Barrot ...
2024-09-30 17:33 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
In the latest field developments, the Israeli army bombed the southern front incessantly on Monday. Field Developments Israeli aircraft resumed their airstrikes on the villages of the Baalbeck district, targeting the town of Shaat and its surroundings with four airstrikes. Two strikes were carried out on the town of Taanayel Tahta, and the towns ...
This Is Beirut 2024-09-30 16:39 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Some 100,000 people have fled to Syria from Lebanon due to Israeli airstrikes, a figure that has doubled in two days, the United Nations' refugee head said on Monday. “The number of people who have crossed into Syria from Lebanon fleeing Israeli airstrikes – Lebanese and Syrian nationals – has reached 100,000,” Filippo Grandi said on ...
2024-09-30 16:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Caretaker Minister of Public Works and Transport Ali Hamiye held a meeting on Monday to expedite the clearance of goods from the port and airport, particularly those related to citizens’ daily needs. He emphasized the importance of cooperation between all agencies operating in Lebanese maritime and air facilities. Among the attendees were ...
This Is Beirut 2024-09-30 14:58 - Reading : less than a minute
Chief of the Lebanese Kataeb Party and MP Sami Gemayel emphasized the need for immediate action to halt the ongoing conflict “through all available diplomatic means.” He made this statement during a meeting with a delegation from the Democratic Gathering bloc on Monday. Gemayel further stressed the urgency to fully implement international ...
Michel Touma 2024-09-30 14:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
While the formula may seem outdated or overly simplistic, it is often employed to highlight pivotal moments in history and significant shifts. The “before” and “after” of September 27, 2024, is poised to reshape the geopolitical landscape, particularly for Shiite communities. The significance of Hassan Nasrallah’s assassination ...
This Is Beirut 2024-09-30 13:58 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati reiterated on Monday Lebanon’s commitment to the international community’s call for a ceasefire and the full implementation of UN Resolution 1701. Speaking from Ain al-Tineh after meeting with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, Mikati emphasized that Lebanon is prepared to deploy the Lebanese Army to the ...
This Is Beirut 2024-09-30 13:49 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Hezbollah’s Deputy Secretary General Naim Qassem has vowed on Monday that the Iranian-backed group will “continue” the fight against Israel despite the losses it has suffered with the killing of its powerful leader, Hassan Nasrallah. In the first appearance of a high-ranking Hezbollah official since the devastating Israeli strike that ...
This Is Beirut 2024-09-30 11:36 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The European Commission announced on Monday the allocation of €10 million in humanitarian aid for the people of Lebanon affected by the escalating hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel. This emergency funding aims to address the most urgent needs, such as protection, food assistance, shelter, and healthcare. “The European Union remains ...