Lebanon

Le Drian Meets Lebanese Officials to Discuss Israel, Reforms, Reconstruction

This is Beirut 10/06 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian held key talks on Tuesday with Lebanese officials to address pressing security and reform challenges amid ongoing Israeli violations. Le Drian underscored the urgency of the moment, saying, “Lebanon has a unique opportunity not only to restore internal cohesion but also to improve its international image and ...

VideosDo You Believe in the Evil Eye Symbol?

Lyne Sammouri 10/06 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute

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The Evil Eye: superstition or reality? In a country rich in folklore and traditions, this belief continues to influence the daily lives of many Lebanese.

Sheikh Yasser Audi Assaulted in Broad Daylight in Beirut's Southern Suburbs

This is Beirut 10/06 16:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Sheikh Yasser Audi was physically assaulted on Tuesday in Haret Hreik, a district in the southern suburbs of Beirut known for its political sensitivity. According to a report by An-Nahar, a group of young men carried out the attack in broad daylight, shocking residents who witnessed the incident. The cleric was reportedly beaten severely in a ...

President Aoun in Jordan to Deepen Ties, Address Refugee Crisis

This is Beirut 10/06 15:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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President Joseph Aoun arrived in Amman on Tuesday for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation with Jordan, particularly in addressing the ongoing Syrian refugee crisis and promoting regional stability. Aoun was received at Marka Military Airport with full honors by Jordan’s King Abdullah II. The visit included formal ...

UNIFIL and the Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Condemn Attacks on Peacekeepers

This is Beirut 10/06 11:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The Lebanese government expressed strong concern on Tuesday following two separate incidents in southern Lebanon, where civilians believed to be affiliated with Hezbollah targeted patrols from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The attacks have reignited debate over the freedom of movement granted to UN forces under UN Security ...

Salam Emphasizes Security and Sovereignty for Rebuilding Lebanon

This is Beirut 10/06 11:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam revealed that the government has successfully dismantled over 500 weapons depots in southern Lebanon, a significant step toward stabilizing the region. Additionally, security enhancements have been made at Beirut’s international airport to ensure safer conditions for citizens and international visitors alike. At the ...

Op-edInstructions from the Al-Sahhaf Playbook

Johnny Kortbawi 10/06 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Mohammed Saeed al-Sahhaf, Iraq’s former Minister of Information, became a global icon during the 2003 invasion of Iraq. His surreal press briefings - defiant, eloquent, and completely disconnected from reality - turned him into a legend of denial and spin. But Al-Sahhaf is no longer just a relic of Iraq’s past. He has become a mindset, a ...

Op-edThe Iranian Regime of War and Death

Hussain Abdul-Hussain 10/06 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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When I was in elementary school in Baghdad, in the early 1980s, teachers took us to the streets to shout angry slogans against “Khomeini the Hypocrite” for refusing to end Iran’s war with Iraq. Little did I know that, decades later and well into middle age, I would still be discussing the seemingly endless wars driven by the Islamist ...

US Messages to Lebanon: Is the Government Listening?

Philippe Abi-Akl 10/06 08:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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Sources familiar with the matter report that President Donald Trump is undertaking a sweeping reassessment of his administration’s inner circle ahead of the self-imposed June deadline for negotiations with Iran. The shake-up comes amid rising internal friction—particularly between Vice President JD Vance and Trump’s son, Donald Trump ...

Palestinian Disarmament: Is Pandora’s Box Forever Closed?

Sana Richa Choucair 09/06 20:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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For the first time since the signing and subsequent annulment of the Cairo Agreement, a formal and tangible process has been launched to disarm Palestinian factions in the country’s refugee camps. On May 21, 2025, President Abbas met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the Baabda Presidential Palace. In a joint statement released after the ...

Israeli Drone Strike Kills One in Nmairiya, South Lebanon

This is Beirut 09/06 18:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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An Israeli drone strike targeted a vehicle on the Wadi al-Nmairiya, Zefta road, near an unfinished mosque, killing Hassan Hijazi, a resident of Kawthariyat al-Sayyad. The attack occurred around 5:10 PM, when two guided missiles hit the car, setting it on fire and pushing it off the road. Following the strike, Israeli drones continued flying at ...

Beirut Airport Sees Record Passenger Traffic in May 2025

This is Beirut 09/06 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BIA) recorded a major uptick in passenger traffic in May 2025, posting its highest numbers for the month since 2019. Nearly 300,000 travelers arrived in Lebanon, reflecting a significant rebound in international travel and renewed momentum ahead of the summer holiday season. In total, 560,050 passengers ...