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After Four Vacant Years, Mieh Mieh Set to Vote for Municipal Council
Vanessa Kallas 10/05 09:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Mieh Mieh Municipality Elections 2025 Municipal Council Lebanon
More than 100 municipalities across Lebanon remain hollow structures—lacking elected councils to carry out essential functions and implement reforms. Mieh Mieh, the second-largest town east of Saida, is a prime example. Administrative issues have kept the municipality inactive for the last four years. Will this election finally break the ...
Lebanon Issues Official Warning to Hamas, Movement Vows Compliance
This is Beirut 03/05 14:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Based on the recommendations of the Supreme Defense Council and a decision by the Lebanese government, General Security Director General Major General Hassan Shaker, in the presence of Army Intelligence Director Brigadier General Tony Qahwaji, summoned the Hamas representative in Lebanon, Ahmad Abdel Hadi. During the meeting, Abdel Hadi was ...
US VP Declares Iran Nuclear Talks on 'Right Pathway'
This is Beirut 07/05 18:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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US Vice President JD Vance said Wednesday that talks on Iran's nuclear program are heading in the right direction, saying Tehran can have civil nuclear power but not enrichment that can lead to atomic weapons. "We're on the right pathway," Vance told the Munich Leaders Meeting in Washington. "We don't care if people want nuclear power. We're ...
Agriculture Minister Secures UNIFIL Support for Farmers' Access to Border Lands
This is Beirut 07/05 10:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani met with the head of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), General Aroldo Lázaro, to discuss measures facilitating farmers' access to agricultural lands located in sensitive border areas. The initiative, launched following communications initiated by the UNIFIL commander, has now received ...
Trent Alexander-Arnold Announces Liverpool Departure
This is Beirut 05/05 14:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Trent Alexander-Arnold announced Monday he will leave boyhood club Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of the season, saying it was the "hardest decision" of his life. The England defender, who helped Liverpool win the Premier League this season, has been heavily linked with a free transfer to Real Madrid. "After 20 years at Liverpool ...
Passengers Advised to Arrive Three Hours Before Departure at BIA
This is Beirut 04/05 16:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation has urged all travelers departing from Beirut International Airport (BIA) to arrive no less than three hours before their scheduled flights. In a statement issued on Sunday, the Directorate indicated that this directive comes amid increased congestion, particularly during morning hours, due to the ...
Lebanon Registers Highest Commercial Electricity Tariffs in Arab World
This Is Beirut 01/05 17:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Lebanon now ranks among the Arab countries with the highest commercial electricity tariffs, according to recent data from the Global Petrol Prices (GPP) website, underscoring the toll of the country’s prolonged energy crisis on its struggling business sector. With a commercial electricity rate of $0.247 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) in 2025, Lebanon ...
Akkar: 3,569 Register for Municipal Elections as Dozens Win by Acclamation
This is Beirut 08/05 17:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Akkar Lebanon Municipal Elections Interior Ministry
Akkar’s Governorate announced that 3,569 candidates have registered for the upcoming municipal and mayoral elections, according to figures released by the Ministry of Interior after the close of nominations. Of these, 44 municipal councils and 48 mukhtar lists secured victories by acclamation, eliminating the need for voting in those areas. On ...
Air Links with UAE 'Officially' Re-Established with Landmark Flights to Beirut
This is Beirut 06/05 17:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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Three Emirati planes will land on Wednesday at Beirut International Airport, marking the official resumption of air links between the United Arab Emirates and Lebanon, following the lifting of the travel ban on Emirati citizens. This decision, announced by President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will take effect on May 7, following Lebanese ...
US Stocks Rise After Solid April Jobs Data
This is Beirut 02/05 18:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Wall Street stocks rose early Friday, digesting a better than expected US jobs report as Apple shares fell on a hit due to President Donald Trump's tariffs. The world's largest economy added 177,000 jobs last month, down slightly from the level in March but above analyst expectations. “The key takeaway from the report is that the ...
Moody’s Slashes Global Growth Forecasts for 2025–2026
This is Beirut 09/05 18:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Credit rating agency Moody’s has sharply downgraded its global economic growth forecasts for 2025 and 2026, revising them to 1.9% and 2.3% respectively, down from the 2.5% predicted last February. This significant drop is mainly attributed to rising tariffs on key industrial goods such as steel and aluminum—a trend that is hindering ...
Ambassador Lisa Johnson Welcomes Lebanese Delegation to SelectUSA 2025
This is Beirut 07/05 18:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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In anticipation of the 2025 SelectUSA Investment Summit, United States Ambassador to Lebanon Lisa Johnson hosted a reception at her residence on Wednesday to honor the Lebanese delegation participating in the event. The summit, scheduled for May 11-14 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland, is the premier ...
Witkoff: 'Further Progress Expected on Abraham Accords'
This is Beirut 06/05 14:55 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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US President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, announced that several major declarations concerning the expansion of the Abraham Accords are expected “very soon,” just days before Trump embarks on a high-stakes diplomatic tour of the region. Scheduled for May 13-16, Trump’s visit will include stops in Saudi Arabia, the ...
Macron Urges Washington to Quickly Lift Sanctions against Syria
This is Beirut 07/05 22:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Emmanuel Macron called on Wednesday for the United States to "rush to lift sanctions" against Syria, "with conditions," and to "maintain" its military operations against the Islamic State in the country. "The interest of everyone, including the Americans, is today (...) to act in support of lifting sanctions against the Syrian people," and "to ...
Food Security: Economy Minister Launches Strategic Study With FAO and WFP
This is Beirut 02/05 17:15 - Reading : less than a minute
The Minister of Trade and Economy, Amer Bisat, held talks with representatives of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Program (WFP), in the presence of the Director General of Cereals and Sugar Beet and the Director of Grain Silos. Discussions focused on the development of a national food security strategy and the ...
LAF Receives Third Qatari Fuel Shipment of 2025
This is Beirut 05/05 10:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) received the third installment of Qatari fuel aid for 2025 on Monday, according to a statement shared via the army’s official account on the X platform. The fuel shipment was provided by the State of Qatar through the Qatar Fund for Development. According to LAF, the donation is intended to bolster the army’s ...
100 Syrian Families Repatriated Voluntarily from Arsal to Syria
This is Beirut 10/05 10:40 - Reading : less than a minute
The Lebanese Army, with support from the Bekaa Intelligence Directorate, oversaw a new voluntary repatriation of displaced Syrians on Saturday. Around 100 families left camps in Arsal and crossed back into Syria via the Zamarani border point, returning to villages in the western Qalamoun region. This operation is part of weekly repatriation ...
Trump Appoints Lebanese-American to Temporarily Lead Federal Prosecution in Washington
This is Beirut 10/05 20:10 - Reading : less than a minute
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US President Donald Trump has appointed Lebanese-American journalist and Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as interim federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C. The surprise move comes as the Department of Justice launches a criminal investigation into New York Attorney General Letitia James, one of the key figures who pursued legal action against Trump ...
Nawaf Salam on Security Tour in the Bekaa Region
This is Beirut 08/05 09:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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Prime Minister Nawaf Salam began a visit to the Bekaa on Thursday morning to assess security protocols at the border posts with Syria. During his visit, he praised the role of Lebanese armed forces, stating: "The army is the nation's stronghold, embodying sacrifice and loyalty." He also emphasized the importance of "supporting the military ...
How Do We Vote? A Simple Guide to the Electoral Process
Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 15:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Municipal Elections Lebanon North
Here’s everything you need to know about how voting works in Lebanon—clearly explained by our reporter, Chelsea Al Arif.
Municipal Elections - Zgharta: The Start of an Unprecedented Political Battle!
Yara Germany 11/05 10:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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In the Zgharta district, polling stations have been active since this morning for the second day of Lebanon's municipal elections. With hope and anticipation in the air, more and more voters are heading to the polls as the day goes on.
Batroun Leads North Lebanon in Early Voter Turnout for Municipal Elections
Chelsea Al Arif 11/05 10:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Batroun Lebanon North Municipal Elections
Voters in Batroun head to the polls in large numbers, with early turnout rates leading all districts in North Lebanon—signaling strong civic engagement in this year’s municipal elections.
Israeli Drone Strikes Target Various Locations in South Lebanon
This Is Beirut 03/05 18:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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An Israeli drone launched two bombs targeting the outskirts of the towns of Markaba and Tallousseh, located in the caza of Marjeyoun, South Lebanon, on Saturday afternoon. In the late afternoon, an Israeli drone fired two guided missiles at a car in the village of Qabrikha, within the same caza. Another Israeli drone carried out a targeted ...
Jordan to Allow Import of Lebanese Lemons Starting May 10
This is Beirut 05/05 09:20 - Reading : less than a minute
In a development welcomed by Lebanese farmers, Jordan will officially begin allowing imports of Lebanese lemons–all varieties included–starting May 10, 2025. The Jordanian Ministry of Agriculture announced on Sunday that it had granted import licenses for Lebanese lemons. Applications for these licenses opened on Saturday, May 3, and will be ...
Aoun and Salam Pay Tribute on Martyrs Day
This is Beirut 06/05 10:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon’s top officials marked Martyrs’ Day on Monday with solemn tributes to those who gave their lives for the country’s sovereignty, including members of the press who died in the line of duty. President General Joseph Aoun led the commemorations with a statement honoring Lebanon’s martyrs. “Martyrs’ Day is not just a moment of ...
Syria Signs 30-Year Port Deal with Shipping Giant CMA CGM
This is Beirut 01/05 15:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Syria signed a 30-year contract with French shipping giant CMA CGM to develop and run the port of Latakia, the port's director and a company official said on Thursday. Joseph Dakak, CMA CGM's regional director, told AFP at the signing ceremony the company was «pleased today to announce the signing of an investment and management contract for the ...
Israeli Airstrikes Target Hezbollah Positions Near Syrian Border
This is Beirut 05/05 21:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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An Israeli air strike targeted the town of Srifa in southern Lebanon. The Israeli army claimed to have targeted military infrastructure in the area. Israeli warplanes carried out six airstrikes Monday evening targeting Hezbollah military infrastructure in eastern Lebanon, according to regional reports and Israeli media. The attacks were ...
Aoun Invited to International Summits in Qatar and France
This is Beirut 06/05 12:10 - Reading : less than a minute
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President Joseph Aoun on Tuesday received two official invitations from Qatar and France to attend high-level international summits set to take place in the coming months. Qatari Ambassador to Lebanon, Saud bin Abdulrahman Al Thani, delivered an invitation on behalf of Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, inviting President Aoun to participate ...
US, China Agree to Establish 'Consultation Mechanism' on Trade
This is Beirut 11/05 23:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng said Sunday that Beijing and Washington had agreed during weekend talks in Geneva to create a "consultation mechanism", as they strive to de-escalate trade tensions. Speaking to reporters in Geneva, He said that the closed-door discussions with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Trade Representative Jamieson ...
YASA Urges National Road Safety Plan
This is Beirut 06/05 13:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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The Lebanese road safety organization YASA has issued an urgent appeal to Interior Minister Ahmad Hajjar, calling for a comprehensive national road safety plan to address the alarming deterioration of traffic conditions in Lebanon. In a statement issued Tuesday, YASA stressed the “immediate need for effective and practical measures” to curb ...