This is Beirut 19/09 18:38 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
The European Union proposed Friday to bring forward by a year a ban on Russian gas imports as part of new sanctions to sap Moscow's war chest and please US President Donald Trump. The 19th package of EU sanctions targeting Moscow since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine also seeks to hit firms as well as banks and traders in China, India, and other ...
This is Beirut 19/09 14:55 - Reading : less than a minute
On Friday morning, Emmanuel Macron will inaugurate the towers of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, which have been fully restored after the fire that ravaged the cathedral in 2019. Beginning Saturday, the general public will once again be able to climb to the top during Heritage Days.
Tylia El Helou 18/09 19:04 - Reading : less than a minute
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The debut of This is America is here. From Charlie Kirk’s murder to the 24th 9/11 commemoration, U.S. aid to the Lebanese Army, and an exclusive with Hanin Ghaddar on disarming Hezbollah and the road to peace with Israel—don’t miss the first episode tonight at 10:00 PM (3:00 PM EST) on This is Beirut.
This is Beirut 18/09 17:45 - Reading : less than a minute
On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump attended a state banquet at Windsor Castle, joined by 160 guests alongside members of the royal family.
Tylia El Helou 17/09 22:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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On this week’s episode of This is America, we cover the murder of Charlie Kirk, the 24th commemoration of 9/11, and the U.S. $14.2 million aid package to the Lebanese Army. We also feature an exclusive interview with Hanin Ghaddar, Friedmann Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute, to discuss disarming Hezbollah and the path to peace with ...
Rayan Chami 16/09 19:10 - Reading : less than a minute
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Donald Trump’s return to the United Kingdom marks an unprecedented moment, as he becomes the first US president to be invited for a second state visit. With ceremonies at Windsor Castle, meetings with King Charles and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and discussions on trade and global security, this visit blends royal tradition with high-stakes ...
Hala Abdallah 16/09 17:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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National team defender Khalil Khamis breaks his silence on Lebanon’s football team, Coach Radulović, and the local league. How did he respond to the mounting criticism? Find out in this episode of This is Sports on This is Beirut’s website and YouTube channel.
This is Beirut 16/09 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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September 16 marks three years since the death of Mahsa Amini, whose tragic passing in the custody of Iran’s morality police ignited global outrage and inspired movements around the world.
This is Beirut 16/09 13:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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In just two weeks, two Venezuelan vessels have been hit by US strikes in the Caribbean, ordered by Donald Trump. The ships were allegedly used to transport cocaine and fentanyl to the US. Three people were killed. Washington accuses Nicolás Maduro of leading a drug cartel and offers $50 million for his capture. In response, Caracas mobilizes ...
Rayan Chami 15/09 18:55 - Reading : less than a minute
For kids, going back to school means excitement, the smell of fresh notebooks and the joy of picking a backpack. For parents, it is a financial balancing act, with prices ranging from notebooks under a dollar to backpacks costing over a hundred, and every small item adding up.
This is Beirut 15/09 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
An extraordinary Arab-Islamic summit was held in Doha on Monday, following the September 9 Israeli strikes targeting Hamas leaders who were gathered in the Qatari capital. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun represented Lebanon at the summit, alongside numerous other leaders of Arab League member states.
Élie-Joe Kamel 15/09 15:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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A tribute was paid this Sunday to Bachir Gemayel at Sassine Square, 43 years after his assassination. In light of recent local and regional changes, is the state dreamed of by Bachir now within reach, or does it remain a vision yet to be realized?