This is Beirut 05/09 11:40 - Reading : less than a minute
The Ministry of Agriculture announced the launch of a nationwide project to reforest roadside areas across Lebanon, as part of its strategy to enhance green spaces and protect biodiversity. The initiative also aims to improve urban and rural landscapes. Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani emphasized that the project represents “an investment in ...
This is Beirut 05/09 11:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Hours ahead of Friday afternoon’s Cabinet meeting, the Lebanese Army has increased its readiness level to 75%, focusing its forces on monitoring sensitive points. The Lebanese Army is reported to be stepping up its deployment in Beirut, the suburbs and on key roads to prevent any clashes. Local broadcaster LBCI reported that strict directives ...
Paul Guillot 05/09 10:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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As Lebanon slowly recovers from the war between Hezbollah and Israel, the Lebanese Army faces a critical mission: extending state sovereignty across the entire country by establishing a monopoly on arms. This requires disarming the Iran-backed militia, a historic and high-risk operation that could redefine both the army’s role and the ...
This is Beirut 04/09 22:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Lebanese Army Hezbollah Beirut International Airport Beirut
The Lebanese army intensified its presence on Thursday around the airport – a strategic location near the main access roads leading to the southern suburbs – and in southern Lebanon, following an internal directive that called for the “strict enforcement of the document issued on September 24, 2024, regarding raising the readiness rate to ...
This is Beirut 04/09 20:20 - Reading : less than a minute
The families of the victims of the August 4 Beirut port explosion held their monthly sit-in this Thursday in front of the Statue of the Emigrant to demand justice.
This is Beirut 04/09 19:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon General Security Tripoli North Lebanon
As part of ongoing efforts to curb smuggling, a patrol from the North Division of Lebanon’s General Security (GS) stopped a truck leaving the port of Tripoli on judicial orders. Upon inspection, the truck was found to be carrying smuggled medicines, prompting the judiciary to open an investigation and order the detention of those involved. This ...
This is Beirut 04/09 18:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Nawaf Salam Lebanon Youssef Raggi Arab League Council Egypt
Minister of Foreign Affairs Youssef Raggi reaffirmed on Thursday the government's commitment to addressing the issue of illegal arms, aiming to extend state authority across all Lebanese territory Speaking at the 164th session of the Arab League Council in Cairo, Raggi described Lebanon’s recent decision to confine all weapons to state ...
This is Beirut 04/09 10:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Highway Danger Opening Divider
The road safety association YASA has issued a warning after documenting dozens of illegal openings in the central dividers of major highways across Lebanon, which have caused deaths and serious injuries over the past years. In a statement released Thursday, YASA stressed: “Making an unexpected turn in the middle of a highway is equivalent to a ...
This is Beirut 04/09 10:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Engine Crisis Leased Planes Mohammad El Hout Middle East Airlines
Middle East Airlines (MEA) announced Thursday that it was affected during the Summer 2025 season by the global Pratt & Whitney engine crisis, which powers its Airbus A321neo aircraft. This led to the temporary grounding of three modern aircraft from its fleet. MEA noted that the global aviation industry has been facing challenges due to issues ...
Marc Saikali 04/09 08:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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On Friday, the Council of Ministers is, in principle and unless the session is postponed, scheduled to examine the army's plan to disarm Hezbollah. The key question is: Will there be a timeline or not? Without one, Hezbollah would gain time and save face while waiting to see how negotiations between Iran and the United States unfold. For everyone ...
This is Beirut 03/09 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute
The Finance and Budget Committee, chaired by MP Ibrahim Kanaan, met on Thursday with Minister of Finance Yassine Jaber to review a draft law proposing a “fair settlement” for end-of-service benefits at the National Social Security Fund (NSSF). The session brought together several MPs, along with representatives from the Ministry of Labor, the ...
This is Beirut 03/09 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon FAO United Nations Nawaf Salam Agriculture
During a short visit to Beirut, a high-level delegation from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) met with Lebanese leaders and international partners to strengthen cooperation and support projects aimed at transforming the country’s agricultural sector. Talks with Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Minister of ...