This Is Beirut 2024-03-30 14:43 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
According to one of the participants, the inter-Christian meetings at Bkerkeh will resume after Easter. These discussions are expected to yield a final document outlining the fundamental principles of a national policy rooted in Lebanese values. The Christian parties of the Lebanese Forces (LF), Kataeb, the National Liberal Party (PNL), and the ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-30 11:27 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai accused the parliament, with its president and members, of “depriving Lebanon deliberately and without legal justification of a president.” Thus, violating the constitution in its preamble, which declares Lebanon a democratic parliamentary republic. It also violates the election process in Article 49, ...
Fady Noun 2024-03-30 11:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
On the occasion of Holy Week, Pope Francis addressed a letter to the Catholics of the Holy Land, encouraging them to remain in the land of Christ. "A land where you want to stay and where it is good for you to stay," the Holy Father emphasized. It goes without saying that this advice is directed at Christians who are tempted to leave or forced to ...
Maroun Chahine 2024-03-30 10:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
On World Bipolar Disorder Day, spotlighting a frequently misunderstood illness. “A roller coaster mood experience.” With these words, Emmanuelle*, 28, describes her psychiatric illness. The young, passionate painter and dancer was recently diagnosed with bipolar disorder. “It is a complex mental condition marked by extreme mood swings,” ...
2024-03-29 22:16 - Reading : less than a minute
Despite the challenges of war and economic hardship, Christians come together on this holy day, finding solace and strength in the Good Friday procession.
This Is Beirut 2024-03-29 07:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
A former official narrates that, before the 1989 Taif accord which put an end to Lebanon’s 15-year-long civil war, the presidential elections were held within constitutional deadlines, preventing any void in the State’s top post. Then, the elections took place within the framework of the democratic system and according to the balance of power ...
Aubin Eymard 2024-03-28 22:53 - Reading : less than a minute
In Ashrafieh and Ras Beirut, telecommunications company Ogero is currently undertaking a significant initiative: deploying optical fiber as part of a pilot project aimed at extending its reach across the entire country. However, for residents, this initiative brings about a significant change as it involves transitioning to new fixed-line ...
Youssef Diab 2024-03-28 22:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Yet another blow was delivered to the Lebanese state today, when the convict Dani al-Rachid escaped from a State Security prison. Accused of attempted murder in Zahle, he was nevertheless located and arrested early this evening on the border with Syria. The case in question is a real scandal that requires no further investigation to ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-28 20:33 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Lebanese American University (LAU) announced in a press release on Thursday that it has converted its academic center in New York City into a branch campus. Located in midtown Manhattan, LAU New York will now confer master’s and bachelor’s degrees. Students will be able to register in five remote and in-person programs tailored to the ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-28 18:12 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) expressed deep concern over the escalation of violence currently taking place across the Blue Line, which has caused a large number of civilian deaths and the destruction of homes and livelihoods. “The escalation must stop immediately, and all parties must lay down their arms and start ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-28 18:06 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The United Nations deplored on Thursday what it described as "unacceptable" attacks on rescue workers in Lebanon, after 10 were killed in Israeli strikes in the South of the country over the past two days. "The tragic events of the last 36 hours have resulted in numerous casualties and injuries in southern Lebanon. Up to 11 civilians have been ...
This Is Beirut 2024-03-28 17:19 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Former Aley MP and lawyer Fouad el-Saad passed away on Thursday at the age of 83. Born on April 3, 1941 in Ain Trez, Aley, Saad received a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Political Science, History and Geography at Saint-Joseph University of Beirut (USJ). In 1964, he joined the Bar Association to practice law and was later elected as the Maronite ...