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Rebuilding Tal Mardikh: A Drone, a Dream and a Devastated Village
This is Beirut 26/06 15:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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Syrian architect Abdel Aziz al-Mohammad returns to his war-ravaged hometown, Tal Mardikh, using drone footage to chart a path toward reconstruction.
Global Fashion Industry Valued at $1.84 Trillion
This is Beirut 17:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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The global fashion industry has cemented its place as a powerhouse of the world economy, with a current market value of $1.84 trillion, according to the specialist platform UniformMarket (2024). Beyond its staggering economic weight, the sector provides employment to approximately 430 million people worldwide, making it one of the largest sources ...
Spain Wildfires Claim Two Lives Amid Record Heatwave
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Firefighters in northeastern Spain discovered two bodies following wildfires that broke out during a severe heatwave sweeping across Europe. The extreme temperatures shattered records, led to school closures and significantly increased the risk of fires. In Catalonia’s Lerida province, authorities confined nearly 14,000 residents to their ...
Israeli Army says Seven Soldiers Killed in Gaza
This is Beirut 25/06 09:05 - Reading : less than a minute
The Israeli army on Wednesday said seven of its soldiers were killed in combat in Gaza, where the war with Palestinian militant group Hamas continued. The army's website listed the names of five soldiers and a platoon commander from the same battalion who "fell during combat in the southern Gaza Strip". It added that a seventh soldier was also ...
Netanyahu to Visit White House on July 7
This is Beirut 30/06 23:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the White House on July 7 for talks with President Donald Trump, a US administration official told AFP Monday, as Washington presses for a ceasefire in Gaza. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said earlier that Netanyahu had "expressed interest" in what would be his third meeting with ...
BDL Issues Circular to Regulate Foreign Transfers
This is Beirut 01/07 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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Banque du Liban (BDL) issued Circular No. 169 on Tuesday, introducing new restrictions on the transfer of deposits abroad in a bid to promote fairness among depositors amid Lebanon’s ongoing financial crisis. Under the new directive, banks are prohibited from transferring deposits outside Lebanon without prior approval from BDL. The measure is ...
Lebanon Launches Agricultural Census for Reliable Data
This is Beirut 24/06 12:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Lebanon’s Ministry of Agriculture and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) signed on Tuesday a new Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) to prepare for the next national agricultural census. This agreement marks the beginning of a crucial preparatory phase aimed at reviving the country’s agricultural data systems. ...
Lebanon Eases Passport Renewal Process for Expats
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Lebanon’s General Security Directorate has introduced new measures aimed at simplifying passport procedures for Lebanese citizens living abroad. Under the updated guidelines, Lebanese expatriates holding the older blue passport – issued in or after 2003, whether expired or still valid – will now be able to replace it with a biometric ...
Hamas says Gaza Ceasefire Talks 'Intensified in Recent Hours'
This is Beirut 25/06 12:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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A senior Hamas official told AFP Wednesday that talks for a Gaza ceasefire between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group “intensified in recent hours” with mediator countries. “Our communications with the brother mediators in Egypt and Qatar have not stopped and have intensified in recent hours,” Taher al-Nunu said, ...
Kobayat Forest Fire Contained After Multiple Reignitions
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The fire that has been ravaging the hills of Kobayat, in northern Lebanon, has been brought under control as of Wednesday, according to local residents who spoke to This is Beirut. The blaze, which broke out on Sunday evening in the Maqal el-Baghel area, has already destroyed more than 20 hectares of forest. Thousands of trees have been lost, ...
The World Wants Matcha but Japan Struggles to Keep Up
This is Beirut 26/06 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute
The global matcha craze is putting serious pressure on Japanese producers. In Los Angeles, some matcha bars are nearly out of stock. Now, Japan faces the challenge of meeting demand while preserving tradition.
Army Conducts Search Operations in Syrian Displacement Camps
This is Beirut 24/06 12:43 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Lebanese Army on Tuesday conducted raids across several camps housing displaced Syrians in the Hamoudiyeh area (Akkar), Taybeh (Baalbek), and Saaideh, west of Baalbek. Supported by regional intelligence services, army units carried out targeted searches for weapons, smuggled goods, individuals with irregular legal status, and persons who had ...
Trump: US May Not Need to Act on Iran
This is Beirut 21/06 20:50 - Reading : less than a minute
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When asked whether Israel could strike Iran’s nuclear facilities without external support, Donald Trump said the country has “a very limited capacity” and added, “Maybe it won’t be necessary” for the United States to intervene. His remarks raise questions about the extent of potential US involvement in a conflict with Iran.
Lebanon Requests One-Year Renewal for UNIFIL
This is Beirut 27/06 15:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally requested a one-year extension of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)’s mandate, set to begin on August 31, 2025. In a statement issued Friday, the ministry said the request follows a decision approved by the Cabinet during its May 14 session. The ministry confirmed that a letter was ...
UN Security Council to Hold Emergency Iran Meeting Sunday
This is Beirut 22/06 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting Sunday following the US strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities, said Guyana, which holds the body's rotating chair for June. The meeting, scheduled for 3:00 pm (1900 GMT), will be the council's third since the Israel-Iran conflict began. AFP
Trump vs. Musk: Feud Erupts into Full-Blown Political Showdown
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What started as a political alliance between Musk and Trump has exploded into a bitter feud with high stakes impacting government contracts, Tesla’s business and the broader electric vehicle industry.
Heart Over Headlines: Why Tourists Are Still Choosing Lebanon
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In a region marked by unrest, Lebanon continues to welcome those drawn to its culture and warmth. Tourists share why they’re defying the headlines to experience the real Lebanon.
Ukraine's Zelensky Meets King Charles
This is Beirut 23/06 17:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday had lunch with King Charles III at Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace said, after he arrived in London ahead of a NATO summit in The Hague. Zelensky, who is seeking to shore up support for his country more than three years after Russia invaded, "visited the King this afternoon and remained for ...
Stretching Across India: Vibrant Celebrations Mark International Yoga Day
This is Beirut 21/06 20:23 - Reading : less than a minute
From the tranquil waters of Srinagar’s Dal Lake to the historic Mysuru Palace and New Delhi’s serene Lodhi Garden, hundreds gather in a collective breath to celebrate the 11th International Yoga Day, showcasing India’s enduring connection to the ancient practice of wellness and unity.
Lebanon’s Press Syndicate Honors Journalist Badih Karhani
This is Beirut 30/06 14:30 - Reading : less than a minute
The President of Lebanon’s Press Journalists’ Syndicate, Joseph al-Kosseifi, presented a series of honorary awards on Monday to journalists who had covered war-related events. Among those honored, Badih Karhani received a special tribute as “a committed professional and a constant moral supporter of the Journalists’ ...
Pentagon Reveals Details on US Strikes on Iranian Nuclear Facilities
Lyne Sammouri 22/06 18:50 - Reading : less than a minute
Senior Pentagon officials have revealed new details about Operation Midnight Hammer, the US airstrike that hit three Iranian nuclear facilities at dawn on Sunday.
How the US Carried Out Its Strikes on Iran
This is Beirut 25/06 14:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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The United States took military action against Iran's nuclear program, on Saturday, June 21, and carried out strikes that caused “extremely severe damage” to three of Iran's nuclear facilities. Here’s what we know about how the “Midnight Hammer” operation unfolded. https://x.com/ThisIsBeirut_/status/1937834911559262321
Day 11 of the Iran–Israel Conflict: Tensions Keep Rising
This is Beirut 23/06 14:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Eleven days of war: Israeli and American strikes in Iran, Iranian missiles hitting Israel and the threat of closing the Strait of Hormuz. Amid global calls for de-escalation, Trump weighs his next steps and the world holds its breath. https://x.com/ThisIsBeirut_/status/1937145350881481098
Israel-Iran War: A Recap of the 12 Days
Lyne Sammouri 24/06 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
From June 13 to June 24, 2025, Israel and Iran have exchanged relentless airstrikes, missile barrages and cyberattacks targeting nuclear sites, military commands and infrastructure. The conflict resulted in the deaths of key Iranian military leaders and nuclear scientists, significant damage on both sides and US involvement in striking Iranian ...
Eight Days into the Conflict: International Diplomacy under Pressure
This is Beirut 20/06 13:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Iran-Israel war escalates diplomatically: Trump signals possible talks with Tehran but delays intervention decision, Russia issues a stern warning and European ministers meet in Geneva to seek de-escalation. https://x.com/ThisIsBeirut_/status/1936011848861495529
Seven Million Dollars Seized at Beirut Airport
This is Beirut 28/06 22:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Money smuggling Beirut international airport
According to sources quoted by al-Hadath, $7 million were recently seized at Beirut International Airport, noting that "the smuggled funds were discovered in suitcases aboard a flight arriving from an African country to Lebanon." According to the same sources, "the owners of the bags containing the illicit money are from a town in southern ...
Controlled Detonation Behind Loud Blast in Damascus
This is Beirut 24/06 19:30 - Reading : less than a minute
A loud blast heard in Damascus on Tuesday was caused by a controlled detonation of unexploded ordnance by authorities, Syria's official SANA news agency reported. "The explosion heard a short while ago in the vicinity of the capital resulted from the detonation of war remnants by the competent authorities," SANA said on messaging network ...
Thousands Protest in Tehran Against Israel
This is Beirut 20/06 14:42 - Reading : less than a minute
Thousands of people joined a protest against Israel in the Iranian capital on Friday after weekly prayers, chanting slogans in support of their leaders, images on state television showed. "This is the Friday of the Iranian nation's solidarity and resistance across the country," the news anchor said. Footage showed protesters in ...
Canada Turns to Drones for Reforestation After Wildfires
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For the second year in a row, a pilot project in Canada is using drones to reforest hard-to-reach areas.
Beyond the Majority: Mapping Iran’s Ethnic and Religious Diversity
Lyne Sammouri 27/06 18:45 - Reading : less than a minute
With a population of around 92 million, Iran is home to a rich mix of ethnic and religious groups, reflecting centuries of shared histories and cultural complexity.