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Lebanese Industry Caught in the Grip of War
VideosLebanese Industry Caught in the Grip of War

The Lebanese industry is bearing the full brunt of the direct and indirect repercussions of the war between Israel and Hezbollah. Whether they are located in high-risk areas or in safer regions, manufacturers must redouble their efforts to find solutions and ensure their survival in these critical times. Read also: Lire aussiThe Impact of ...

War Diary: Day 408
VideosWar Diary: Day 408

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 17, 2024.

War Diary: Day 407
VideosWar Diary: Day 407

 brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 16, 2024.

Baalbeck Tells Its Story: A Special Series on This Is Beirut
VideosBaalbeck Tells Its Story: A Special Series on This Is Beirut

Amid the ancient temples of Baalbeck, war has rekindled its embers in Lebanon. A living memory of a country that once welcomed the world’s greatest artists, the City of the Sun now trembles beneath the blows of a world losing its balance.   Through the genius of the Rahbani Brothers, the magic of Fayrouz’s seraphic voice, the ...

The Fatal Strike: The Day Hassan Nasrallah Was Killed
VideosThe Fatal Strike: The Day Hassan Nasrallah Was Killed

On September 27, 2024, Israeli forces conducted a targeted airstrike in the southern suburbs of Beirut, destroying Hezbollah's subterranean headquarters and surrounding structures. The attack resulted in at least 33 fatalities and over 195 injuries. Among those killed were Hassan Nasrallah, Hezbollah's leader since 1992, and Ali Karaki, the ...

Live Studio Update: Recapping Our Journey in South Lebanon Under Fire
VideosLive Studio Update: Recapping Our Journey in South Lebanon Under Fire

Join us as our reporters Chelsea Al Arif and Lyne Sammouri, along with colleague Fady Chaanine, share insights from their recent trip to South Lebanon amidst the raging conflict. Starting in Saida and making their way to Tyre, which they describe as a "ghost city," they provide firsthand accounts of the challenging situation on the ground. Don’t ...

War Diary: Day 405
VideosWar Diary: Day 405

This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for November 14, 2024.  

Glaser: Qard al-Hassan Is Funded by Illicit and Illegitimate Activities Led by Terrorist Regimes
ExclusiveGlaser: Qard al-Hassan Is Funded by Illicit and Illegitimate Activities Led by Terrorist Regimes

In an exclusive interview with This is Beirut, former Assistant Secretary for Terrorist Financing at the US Department of the Treasury, Daniel Glaser, explains how Hezbollah plays a role in Lebanon's economy beyond Qard al-Hassan, particularly concerning illicit activities or alternative financing. He also discusses how the US and international ...