Maria Chami 14/02 13:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Two decades after the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, the Lebanese people remain divided over his legacy. The commemoration, held in downtown Beirut, may also signal a turning point for his son, Saad Hariri, who announced the return of his movement, the Future Movement, to Lebanon’s political scene. Saad Hariri, who ...
This is Beirut 14/02 10:25 - Reading : less than a minute
In commemoration of the 20th anniversary of Rafic Hariri's assassination, large crowds gathered this morning in downtown Beirut, awaiting a speech from Saad Hariri. He arrived 48 hours ago without making any public statements, urging his supporters to “listen to him this Friday.” Throughout the morning, several political figures have visited ...
Yara Germany 13/02 18:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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The supply from Lebanon’s rose plantations falls short, but demand never wavers. Love insists on roses, imported or not, at all costs.
This is Beirut 12/02 13:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Volcanic activity at Mount Etna in southern Italy has intensified during a nighttime eruption. Explosions and ash emissions have increased, mainly from the summit craters. A lava flow emerging from a fracture at the base of the Bocca Nuova crater is now splitting the side of the volcano in two and continues to expand.
This is Beirut 12/02 13:05 - Reading : less than a minute
World leaders and tech visionaries gather in Dubai for the World Government Summit 2025. #WGS2025
Lyne Sammouri 12/02 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Former Prime Minister Saad Hariri arrived in Lebanon last night before the 20th anniversary commemoration of his father, former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, this Friday, February 14. Hariri met with US Ambassador Lisa Johnson earlier this morning at Beit al-Wasat. He is scheduled to visit the Presidential Palace around 2 PM, followed by a trip to ...
Lyne Sammouri 11/02 19:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Within hours, Saad Hariri is expected in Lebanon. And this time, it’s not just another annual visit. After years of silence, the son of Lebanon’s martyred Prime Minister Rafic Hariri will speak. Every February 14th, Hariri honors his father’s legacy. But this year, things are way different. His comeback couldn’t come at a more critical ...
Vanessa Kallas 11/02 19:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Visitors are returning to Palmyra, “the Desert Jewel,” as it slowly recovers from years of conflict.
Chelsea Al Arif 11/02 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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On February 11, 2025, the official photograph of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's government, the first under President Joseph Aoun's term, was taken at Baabda Palace. The Council of Ministers, gathered for the first time at the Presidential Palace, launched their 'Reform and Rescue' mission, with a committee led by Prime Minister Salam formed to ...
Maria Chami 09/02 12:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In a makeshift shelter set up in a schoolyard in eastern Sudan, 14-year-old Hanim Mohamed uses rap music to bring comfort to families displaced by the ongoing war.
Rayan Chami 08/02 15:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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On the final day of her visit to Beirut, United States Deputy Special Envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus met with several senior Lebanese officials, including Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam, caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.
This is Beirut 08/02 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
In an interview with This Is Beirut, indoor skydiver Lea Dahrouge opens up about her journey, the challenges of competing without an air sports federation, and why she’s calling for urgent support to put Lebanon on the map in this groundbreaking sport. Will Lebanon answer her call?" #SkyDiving #WindGames