Natasha Metni Torbey 26/01 07:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon South Ceasefire Hezbollah Israel
“Nothing is more certain than the impossible.” For years, this idea shaped Lebanon's political and security landscape under Iranian dominance— the impossible Israeli withdrawal, the impossible deployment of the Lebanese Army along the border, and the impossible disarmament of Hezbollah. Today, in the aftermath of the devastating war that ...
This is Beirut 26/01 05:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Israeli army was still deployed in southern Lebanon on Sunday despite the expiry of the 60-day deadline by which it was supposed to have left the territory of its neighbour, as part of a truce with Lebanese Hezbollah. The Lebanese army denounced Israel's ‘procrastination’ on Saturday and said it was ready ‘to continue ...
This is Beirut 25/01 17:45 - Reading : less than a minute
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In the run-up to the January 27 deadline for Israeli forces to complete their withdrawal from southern Lebanon, as stipulated in the ceasefire agreement that came into force on November 27, the President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, received a call from French President Emmanuel Macron. They discussed developments in the situation in ...
Christiane Tager 25/01 15:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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Saudi Arabia has traditionally been a key economic partner for Lebanon. Before the 2021 decline in relations, largely driven by the Hezbollah issue, Lebanese exports to the Kingdom were substantial, particularly in agriculture, food products, textiles, and handicrafts. These exports were a vital source of foreign currency for Lebanon's economy. ...
Liliane Mokbel 25/01 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In 2024, out of the 2,000,000 vehicles in Lebanon's automotive fleet, 800,000 are not registered with the Vehicle Registration Department and, as a result, lack mandatory auto liability insurance. This means there is roughly one car for every two residents, in a country where public transportation is virtually non-existent. The mandatory ...
This is Beirut 25/01 11:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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As the 60-day ceasefire agreement reaches its conclusion, the Israeli army has advanced in several areas of southern Lebanon, despite the agreement’s stipulation for a full withdrawal. Early reports indicate incursions in more than five locations, including Markaba-Tallouseh, Hula-Wadi slouki, and the heights of Kfarchouba. A reinforced ...
Malo Pinatel 25/01 11:00 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
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Power, capability and determination. These are the words that Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan used on Friday, January 10, as he once again warned the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF)—a Kurdish-led coalition supported by the West—of military action if they did not hand over their weapons to the new regime in Damascus. Only a month earlier, ...
Élie-Joe Kamel 25/01 10:15 - Reading : 7 minute(s)
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With only two days remaining until the 60-day ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel expires, two questions arise: What is left of the arsenal of the pro-Iranian group, which was supposed to be dismantled during this period? And does Hezbollah still have the capacity to carry out operations against the Israeli Army? What is indisputable is that ...
Rayan Chami 25/01 09:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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In a significant diplomatic move, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud concluded his visit to Baabda, where he met with newly elected President Joseph Aoun. This visit marks a historic moment, as it is the first time in 15 years that a high-ranking Saudi diplomat has visited Beirut. Strengthening Ties with Lebanon During his visit, ...
Bassam Abou Zeid 25/01 07:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Tel Aviv announced on Friday that its army will not withdraw completely from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon when the 60-day ceasefire agreement expires on Monday. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the phased withdrawal process would continue after January 27, “in agreement with the United States.” According ...
This is Beirut 24/01 23:14 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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As the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon nears its expiration on Monday, January 27, Washington has called for an urgent extension, urging Lebanese authorities to consider a temporary and short-term prolongation. The call comes as Tel Aviv announced its intention to extend its military withdrawal from southern Lebanon beyond the ...
This is Beirut 24/01 23:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced on Friday that it has reopened its embassy in Lebanon, years after it was closed in solidarity with Saudi Arabia. According to state news agency WAM, the Emirati embassy in Beirut "has officially resumed diplomatic activities." Omar Obaid al-Shamsi, Undersecretary of the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ...