What Surprises Still Await Basketball Fans?
Hala Abdallah 29/01 18:25 - Reading : less than a minute
In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, Ahmad Farran answers the questions fans have been eager to ask. #basketball #LBL
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VideosPreviously Clandestine Literature Displayed in Damascus Bookstores
Élie-Joe Kamel 28/01 16:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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Booksellers in Damascus can finally breathe after decades of intellectual terrorism under the Assad regime. Books on Syrian prisons, works by Salafists and banned political essays are now freely available for sale. With AFP
Syrians Search for Disappeared Relatives in Assad’s Prisons
This is Beirut 27/01 15:45 - Reading : less than a minute
After Bashar al-Assad's fall, many Syrians are returning home to search for loved ones who disappeared in the regime’s notorious prison system.
VideosBetween Hope and Despair: Displaced Residents Attempt to Return Home on Ceasefire’s Final Day
Yara Germany 26/01 18:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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On Sunday, the final day of the ceasefire, displaced residents of southern Lebanon attempted to return to their villages, only to find their homes destroyed.
Videos60 Days of Tensions: Recap of the Ceasefire Between Hezbollah and Israel
Paul Guillot 26/01 11:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Two months after the announcement of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, tensions remain palpable. Despite an international monitoring mechanism, repeated violations of the agreement have been reported, and discussions on a complete Israeli withdrawal are struggling to conclude. A look back at a decisive period for regional stability.
VideosIsrael Confirms Release of 200 Palestinian Prisoners
This is Beirut 25/01 15:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Israel's prison service confirmed on Saturday that it had released 200 Palestinian prisoners as part of a hostage-prisoner swap on Saturday under the Gaza ceasefire deal.
VideosNew Prisoner Exchange Between Hamas and Israel
This is Beirut 25/01 13:20 - Reading : less than a minute
As part of the truce agreement, four Israeli female hostages were released on Saturday morning in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. This first phase of the truce calls for the gradual release of 33 Israeli hostages in exchange for nearly 1,900 Palestinian prisoners.
VideosNaqoura: Residents Return to Devastation Following Israeli Withdrawal
This is Beirut 24/01 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Naqoura, situated in southern Lebanon, lies in ruins as returning residents survey the aftermath of the Israeli withdrawal. The city was evacuated by Israeli forces on January 6.
VideosFaisal bin Farhan from Baabda: A Strong and Unwavering Support for Joseph Aoun
Lyne Sammouri 23/01 19:33 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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. During the visit, Minister bin Farhan reiterated ...
VideosFighting Continues in Syria as Turkish-Backed Forces Seek to Dislodge Kurds
This is Beirut 23/01 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Fighting continues in north-eastern Syria as Turkish-backed forces intensify pressure on Kurdish forces, while al-Sharaa seeks to centralize military control.
Explainer: The New Lebanese Basketball League Format
Hala Abdallah 22/01 16:15 - Reading : less than a minute
The Lebanese Basketball Federation introduced a new format for the LBL, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
VideosTurkey Hotel Fire Kills 76
This is Beirut 22/01 14:45 - Reading : less than a minute
A deadly fire at the Grand Kartal Hotel in Bolu, Turkey, killed 76 people and injured dozens during peak ski season. Investigations are ongoing as the nation observes a day of mourning.