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Lebanon’s Tourism: The Endless Summer That Fails to Deliver
Christiane Tager 19/06 23:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Since June 13, the travel sector in the Middle East has faced severe turbulence following clashes between Iran and Israel. And as always, Lebanon — true to its role as the region’s perennial bystander in the wrong place at the wrong time — ends up paying the price, once again caught in the center of the storm. “The sector has suffered ...
Israel Changing 'The World' with Iran War: Netanyahu
This is Beirut 19/06 22:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel was "changing the face of the world" in its war with Iran, as he welcomed "all help" in destroying the Islamic republic's nuclear sites. "I said that we're changing the face of the Middle East, and now I say we're changing the face of the world," he told public broadcaster ...
Iran-Israel War: Latest Developments
This is Beirut 19/06 21:50 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Israel and Iran exchanged fire again on Thursday, the seventh day of the war between the longtime enemies. Here are the latest developments: Hospital Strike A hospital in southern Israel was hit as Iran fired "dozens" of missiles, officials said, with impacts also reported in two Israeli towns close to commercial hub Tel Aviv. The Soroka ...
Tehran’s Shadow Arsenal: Chemical, Biological and Radiological Threats
Mario Chartouni 19/06 21:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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Despite Iran’s largely nominal commitments to international treaties, mounting evidence suggests the existence of an active or developing chemical, biological and radiological weapons program. Long-sidelined concerns are resurfacing as regional tensions escalate, and a Damoclean sword hangs over the mullah’s regime. On one side, Israel claims ...
Trump Will Make Iran War Decision 'Within Next Two Weeks'
This is Beirut 19/06 21:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
US President Donald Trump said Thursday he will decide whether to attack Iran within the next two weeks due to a "substantial" chance of negotiations, as Israel and its regional rival traded fire for a seventh day. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt read out a message from Trump at a briefing, saying there had been "a lot of ...
Trump Extends Deadline for TikTok Sale by 90 Days
This is Beirut 19/06 19:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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President Donald Trump announced Thursday he had given social media platform TikTok another 90 days to find a non-Chinese buyer or be banned in the United States. "I've just signed the executive order extending the deadline for the TikTok closing for 90 days (September 17, 2025)," Trump posted on his Truth Social platform, putting off the ban for ...
The World Bank Unveils a Roadmap to Revitalize the Economy in 2025
This is Beirut 19/06 19:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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The World Bank forecasts real GDP growth of 4.7% for Lebanon in 2025, driven by a recovery in tourism, moderate growth in consumption and the beginnings of renewed confidence, despite persistently weak private investment. This hoped-for rebound is based on the implementation of a one-year multisectoral action plan designed to accelerate ...
Gattuso Convinced Italy Can Reach World Cup
This is Beirut 19/06 18:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Gennaro Gattuso said Thursday he is convinced Italy can qualify for the World Cup as he begins his reign as Azzurri coach following the dismissal of Luciano Spalletti. Italy are at risk of missing out on a third consecutive World Cup after a troubled start to their qualifying campaign which has left them nine points behind Group I leaders Norway ...
Lebanese Restaurants Keep Serving Amid Regional Tensions
Hala Abdallah 19/06 18:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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Between hope and uncertainty, Lebanese restaurants have kicked off the summer season amid a tense regional climate. While some fear a disappointing season, others are encouraging expats and tourists to come and enjoy summer in Lebanon.