ChronicleThe Great Realignment: Navigating the Chaos of Modern Politics

Salam El Zaatari 16/01 09:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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Politics in the 21st century feels like a pendulum that has lost its rhythm. The ideological battle between the left and right has become less about substance and more about spectacle, leaving liberals—once the pragmatic bridge between these two camps—searching for relevance. The world has entered an era where media-savvy personalities ...

Editorial'We Are Committed to the Reconstruction of Southern Lebanon'

Marc Saikali 16/01 08:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The brief statement by the new Prime Minister on the day of his appointment raises questions. While it is unthinkable for the South to remain neglected, using the “we” pronoun may prompt further scrutiny. Who exactly does “we” refer to? The utterly bankrupt state? Surely not—it doesn’t have the means. The savings of depositors? ...

Non-Binding Consultations to Form Government Held in Berri’s Absence

This is Beirut 15/01 22:04 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Wednesday’s non-binding parliamentary consultations began with the notable absence of Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, who was expected to meet with Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam before the beginning of discussions with MPs. Instead, consultations were launched by Deputy Speaker Elias Bou Saab, who commended Salam’s ...

Salam Awaits a Meeting with Berri to Form His Government

This is Beirut 15/01 18:40 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The second round of non-binding parliamentary consultations concluded after the first round during which a significant majority of MPs called for national unity and inclusiveness. Consultations will resume tomorrow, on Thursday. According to sources reported by our colleague Houna Loubnan, Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam confirmed that he ...

A Promising Ski Season Despite Modest Snowfall

Marilyne Jallad 15/01 18:05 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Ski Resorts

Since the beginning of January, four out of five ski resorts in Lebanon have already opened, only a few days apart. Weekday prices typically range from $30 to $40, rising to $40 to $65 on weekends, depending on the resort (for details, check the sidebar or the ski station websites), with different rates for children and passes excluded. The slopes ...

VideosHankach to TIB: A Step Closer to the Dream

This is Beirut 15/01 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute

In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, MP Elias Hankach discussed his vision for the new government and emphasized the importance of including new faces.

What Form of Government for Nawaf Salam?

Bassam Abou Zeid 15/01 17:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The Lebanese, as well as the international community, notably the five nations making up the Quintet Committee (Egypt, Saudi Arabia, France, the United States and Qatar), are closely monitoring the formation of a government to be led by Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam. Informed political sources maintain that the government’s formation is ...

VideosSadek to TIB: More Women in the Next Government 

Chelsea Al Arif 15/01 11:50 - Reading : less than a minute

In an interview with This is Beirut, MP Waddah Sadek clarified his stance and vision on the upcoming government, advocating for increased inclusivity and the integration of women.

VideosGovernment Formation: Amal and Hezbollah Boycott Non-Binding Consultations

Chelsea Al Arif 15/01 11:05 - Reading : less than a minute

Amal Hezbollah

Designated Prime Minister Nawaf Salam arrived at the Parliament this morning at 10 AM. However, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, who was scheduled to meet with him, boycotted the non-binding consultations. Meanwhile, the Shiite duo Amal and Hezbollah had been considering boycotting the parliamentary consultations since Tuesday evening, a decision ...

Tensions in Southern Lebanon and International Concerns

This is Beirut 15/01 11:05 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Israeli violations in southern Lebanon are ongoing. On Tuesday night, the Israeli Army bombarded multiple homes and destroyed roads in the southern Lebanese towns of Aita al-Shaab, Hanine and Maroun al-Ras. Moreover, a heavy Israeli bombardment caused extensive damage to the village of Markaba in Marjayoun. In another incident in Marjayoun, ...

Al-Rai: It Is Time to Move Beyond Pessimism

This is Beirut 15/01 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rai has called for a shift away from pessimism, expressing hope for a brighter future for Lebanon. Speaking from the presidential palace in Baabda after his meeting with President Joseph Aoun on Wednesday, Patriarch al-Rai highlighted the president’s wishes to swiftly form an inclusive government provided that all ...

Amal and Hezbollah Will Boycott Parliamentary Consultations

This is Beirut 14/01 20:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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The Amal and Hezbollah blocs declared its decision to abstain from participating in the non-binding parliamentary consultations scheduled by Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam on Wednesday to form his government. During an interview with the local channel LBCI on Wednesday, MP Qassem Hachem, affiliated with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, ...