Rising Prices Despite Stable Dollar: The Paradox Explained
Jenny Rahmeh 01/02 15:04 - Reading : less than a minute
Beyond the war, what caused the increase in consumer prices in Lebanon despite the stability of the dollar?
Reports
War Diary: Day 117
Chelsea Al Arif 31/01 22:35 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in southern Lebanon and Gaza. Here are the main highlights for January 31, 2024.
Association of Petroleum Importing Companies Announces Strike Following 2024 Budget
31/01 19:55 - Reading : less than a minute
The Association of Petroleum Importing Companies declared its refusal of the new 2024 budget, which imposes a 10% tax on its total turnover. This paints a worrying picture for Lebanese people who are anxious about another fuel crisis.
Southern Lebanon's Displaced Face Deepening Crisis
31/01 17:22 - Reading : less than a minute
Lack of money, food, electricity... nearly 4 months after the start of Israeli bombings in southern Lebanon, many displaced individuals struggle to meet their basic needs. In Tyre, the municipality and NGOs try to address a critical situation, worsened by the arrival of winter and a prolonged conflict.
Lebanese Innovation Against Period Poverty
Renée Davis 31/01 09:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Several NGOs such as Wing Woman, and other ethically responsible businesses like Shemsi, are introducing new alternatives in Lebanon to combat period poverty. These financially and environmentally sustainable alternatives replace traditional disposable menstrual products.
War Diary: Day 116
Lyne Sammouri 30/01 20:57 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in southern Lebanon and Gaza. Here are the main highlights for January 30, 2024.
Palestinians in Lebanon Rally Against UNRWA Defunding
30/01 19:17 - Reading : less than a minute
Following Israeli claims that UNRWA staff participated in the October 7 Hamas attack, six European countries discontinued their funding to the agency. This decision is set to affect Palestinian refugees and host countries such as Lebanon alike.
Karantina Floods: Calls for Retribution Are Still Unanswered
30/01 09:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Following two drastic floods affecting businesses and homes in Karantina, public works have begun on the river to make sure it doesn’t happen again. But when it comes to the damage that has already been done, will locals ever be able to save what they lost?
War Diary: Day 115
Lyne Sammouri 29/01 22:32 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the situation in southern Lebanon and Gaza. Here are the main highlights for January 29, 2024.
Khalil Helou to TIB: 'The Americans Are in a Bind' in the Regional Crisis
Maureen Décor 29/01 21:50 - Reading : less than a minute
For the first time since October 7, American soldiers have been shot down in a drone attack claimed by Iranian-backed combatant groups. Former General Khalil Helou gives us his analysis of this event, which could mark a turning point in the regional crisis.
League of Civil Servants Prepares for Ten-Day Strike
Chelsea Al Arif 29/01 16:26 - Reading : less than a minute
The League of Civil Servants is leading a ten-day strike starting Tuesday until February 9 to protest the current government's decision to approve a 2024 budget lacking salary increases for civil servants.
Israel’s Far Right Calls for Return of Settlements to Gaza
This Is Beirut 29/01 14:33 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Thousands of Israelis, including several far-right ministers, gathered in Jerusalem on Sunday, January 28, to call for the re-establishment of Jewish settlements in Gaza. Part of Israeli society is calling for the settlements to be repopulated, despite Benjamin Netanyahu's apparent refusal to do so. A few thousand Israelis in favor of relocating ...