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Satellite Images Show Unusual Activity at Fordow Days Before US Attack
This is Beirut 22/06 14:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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High-resolution satellite images from June 19 and 20 reveal unusual activity near the entrance of the underground fuel enrichment facility at Fordow, involving numerous trucks and vehicles. Captured by Maxar, the images show 16 cargo trucks lined up along the access road leading to the facility’s tunnel entrance. Most of these trucks were later ...
Energy Minister Proposes Suspending Tariff Hike on Petroleum Products
This is Beirut 17/06 11:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Energy and Water Minister Joe Saddi announced that he has proposed cancelling or suspending the recent increase in customs duties on petroleum products, which was approved by the Cabinet during its session on May 29. “While I fully support the principle of providing financial assistance to all military personnel, both active and retired,” ...
Lammy Reaffirms UK Support to Raggi, Urges Lebanese Neutrality
This is Beirut 21/06 20:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Youssef Raggi received a phone call this afternoon from British Foreign Secretary David Lammy. Lammy expressed the United Kingdom’s and the broader European community’s support for Lebanon, stressing the importance of the country staying out of the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel. ...
Israel Designates Iran Central Bank 'Terror Organization'
This is Beirut 25/06 17:04 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Israel's defence minister on Wednesday designated Iran's central bank a "terror organization," saying the move was aimed at halting financing for Iran-backed militant groups the day after a ceasefire between the two foes took hold. Minister Israel Katz "signed a special order designating Iran's central bank, two ...
Drone Strikes on Shaqra and Beit Lif
This is Beirut 26/06 11:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Tensions along the Lebanese border with Israel escalated on Wednesday, with a series of Israeli military operations. An Israeli drone strike targeted a “Bobcat” excavator between the towns of Shaqra and Baraachit, killing one person. Another strike was reported on a motorcycle in Beit Lif killing one person. It’s ...
Israel Set Back Iran Nuclear Project 'By Years'
This is Beirut 24/06 21:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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The head of Israel's military said Tuesday that its strikes had set back Iran's nuclear program "by years" and the campaign against the country was now "entering a new phase." "We have concluded a significant phase, but the campaign against Iran is not over. We are entering a new phase based on the achievements of the current one," Chief of Staff ...
Byblos en Blanc et Rosé: Where Wine Celebrates the Lebanese Summer
Yara Germany 27/06 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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For its tenth edition, the “Byblos en Blanc et Rosé” festival returns once again to the mythical port of the ancient Phoenician city. Around fifty Lebanese wine producers showcase their finest bottles in a vibrant, summery atmosphere. With sunsets, sea breezes, music, and tastings, the event captures the very essence of a true Lebanese ...
Lebanese Eurobonds Drop 13% Amid Regional Tensions
Liliane Mokbel 21/06 14:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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Lebanese eurobonds, long regarded as one of the most profitable investments in emerging markets in 2024, have sharply declined by 13.15%. This downturn is mainly attributed to the recent outbreak of war between Israel and Iran last Friday, coupled with ongoing stalemates in structural reforms and sovereign debt restructuring. These ...
CNSS: 45 Billion Lebanese Pounds Allocated to Hospitals
This is Beirut 27/06 17:55 - Reading : less than a minute
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The National Social Security Fund (CNSS) has approved a new financial advance of 45 billion Lebanese pounds for contracted hospitals. It aims to cover fixed-rate surgical procedures. The funds will be transferred to healthcare institutions and doctors in the coming days, as part of the CNSS’s policy of maintaining regular payments. CNSS ...
Iran Nuclear Talks: Trump Revives Diplomacy, Says Witkoff
This is Beirut 25/06 12:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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In an interview with Fox News, Steve Witkoff, a close adviser to Donald Trump, revealed that talks have been launched between the United States and Iran aimed at reviving negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program. According to Witkoff, these exchanges, conducted both directly and through third-party channels, are “promising” and could pave ...
US Orders Departure of Personnel from Lebanon Amid Security Concerns
This is Beirut 22/06 18:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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On Sunday, the US Department of State ordered the departure of family members and non-emergency US government personnel from Lebanon due to the volatile and unpredictable security situation in the region. The US Embassy urged American citizens in Lebanon to exercise caution and monitor the news for breaking developments. While some airlines have ...
EU Reaffirms Support for LAF Ahead of Key Partnership Council
This is Beirut 24/06 18:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Youssef Rajji received assurances on Tuesday that the European Union (EU) will continue its support for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), amid growing regional tensions and internal challenges. The pledge came during a phone call between Minister Rajji and EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean Partnership Dubravka ...
Iran Foreign Minister to Address UN Human Rights Council
This is Beirut 20/06 12:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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Iran's foreign minister will address the UN Human Rights Council on Friday on the sidelines of talks with European counterparts aiming for a diplomatic solution to the Iran-Israel war. Abbas Araghchi "will intervene in person... at the beginning of the council's afternoon meeting" at 1300 GMT, after which the council will resume its normal ...
Arrest Warrant in Absentia Issued Against Former Minister Amin Salam
This is Beirut 19/06 13:40 - Reading : less than a minute
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Beirut’s First Investigative Judge, Bilal Halawi, has issued an arrest warrant in absentia against former Economy Minister Amin Salam. The decision is based on Articles 359 and 363 of the Lebanese Penal Code, relating to embezzlement and misuse of public funds, forgery, and accepting bribes. On June 11, 2025, Salam and his brother Karim were ...
Israeli Drone Strike Kills Three in Kfar Dajjal, Southern Lebanon
This is Beirut 24/06 10:35 - Reading : less than a minute
An Israeli drone targeted a vehicle on the Kfar Dajjal road in Nabatiyeh on Tuesday morning. The strike caused a fire and resulted in the death of three people, according to a statement from the Emergency Operations Center of the Ministry of Public Health. Civil Defense teams and paramedics quickly arrived at the scene to extinguish the flames ...
Cyberattack Hits State-Owned Bank in Iran
This is Beirut 17/06 12:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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One of Iran’s major banks, Bank Sepah, was targeted by a cyberattack on Tuesday amid escalating military tensions between Iran and Israel, according to the Fars news agency, as reported by the Times of Israel. “An hour ago, a cyberattack targeted the infrastructure of Bank Sepah, causing disruptions to the bank’s online services,” Fars ...
Israeli Commandos Operated in Iran During 12-Day War
This is Beirut 25/06 21:08 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The head of Israel's military said Wednesday that Israeli commandos had operated secretly inside Iran during the countries' 12-day war. "We achieved full control over Iranian airspace and in every location where we chose to operate," chief of staff Eyal Zamir said in a televised address. "This was made possible thanks to, ...
BIA Sees Sharp Rebound in Passenger Traffic
This is Beirut 26/06 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
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Passenger traffic at Beirut International Airport (BIA) has surged again following a brief slowdown caused by heightened regional tensions. On Wednesday alone, the airport recorded 11,203 arrivals, marking a significant uptick in travel activity that may continue in the coming days. The rebound comes as several major Arab and international ...
Katulis: Iranian Proxies' Influence in the Region Has Considerably Weakened
Tylia El Helou 27/06 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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Senior Fellow at the Middle East Institute Brian Katulis gave insights regarding the current situation between Iran and Israel, as well as the diminishing influence of Iranian proxies in the region.
ATCL Hill Climb: Helmets On, Get Set, Climb!
Makram Haddad 25/06 19:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The national motorsport authority under the Automobile and Touring Club of Lebanon (ATCL), in collaboration with the municipality of Falougha-Khalouat, is organizing the first Hill Climb of the 2025 season this Sunday, June 29. This marks the long-awaited return of the discipline to Falougha after several years of interruption. The mountain is ...
Syria Arrests General Linked to Infamous 'Checkpoint of Death'
This is Beirut 25/06 12:45 - Reading : less than a minute
Syria General Haidar Checkpoint Arrest War Crimes
Syrian authorities announced on Tuesday the arrest of General Mowafaq Nadhir Haidar, former commander of the Syrian regime’s 3rd Armored Division, notorious for his role at the infamous Qatifa checkpoint, known by locals as the “Checkpoint of Death.” The checkpoint, located along the Damascus-Homs highway near the division's headquarters, ...
Macron Says Europeans to 'Accelerate Negotiations' with Iran
This is Beirut 21/06 19:34 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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French President Emmanuel Macron said on Saturday that France and its European partners would ramp up talks with Iran following more than a week of hostilities between the Islamic Republic and Israel. "I am convinced that there is a way out of war and to avoid even greater dangers," Macron said on X after holding phone talks with ...
Syria Resumes SWIFT Transfers for First Time Since 2011
This is Beirut 19/06 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
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For the first time since the outbreak of the Syrian civil war in 2011, Syria has completed an international bank transfer via the SWIFT system – a symbolic step toward reintegration into the global financial network. The announcement came on Thursday from Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Husrieh, who revealed in an interview with Reuters that ...
Iran Partially Reopens Airspace after Ceasefire with Israel
This is Beirut 25/06 23:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Iran on Wednesday reopened the airspace over the country's east, state media reported, following a ceasefire with Israel that ended 12 days of fighting. Iran had closed its skies since June 13 after Israel launched a major bombing campaign that prompted Iran to retaliate with waves of missile strikes. A ceasefire between the two came into effect ...
Day 9: Israel Strikes Deep Into Iran as Drone Hits Northern Israel
This is Beirut 21/06 15:25 - Reading : less than a minute
Israel intensifies its attacks with fresh strikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets, killing key commanders, as a drone hits a residential area in northern Israel. https://x.com/ThisIsBeirut_/status/1936413492812406925
Trump Says Iran Nuclear Facilities "Completely and Totally Obliterated"
This is Beirut 22/06 05:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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“Iran's main nuclear enrichment facilities have been completely and totally destroyed,” Donald Trump announced at a press conference at 10pm EST, (5am Lebanese time). According to the US president, the operation was “a spectacular military success”. “Our goal was to destroy Iran's nuclear enrichment ...
Gaza Rescuers say Death toll From Israeli Fire Rises to 56
This is Beirut 26/06 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Gaza's civil defense agency said Israeli forces killed 56 people in the war-ravaged Palestinian territory on Thursday, updating a previous toll of 35. Civil defense spokesman Mahmud Bassal told AFP that 56 people were killed by Israeli fire across Gaza, including six who were waiting for aid in two separate locations. AFP
Iran Rejects any Negotiation with US While Israeli Attacks Continue
This is Beirut 20/06 11:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejected any negotiations with the United States while Israel continues its attacks on Iran, in an interview with state TV broadcast on Friday. "The Americans have repeatedly sent messages calling seriously for negotiations. But we have made clear that as long as the aggression does not stop, there will be ...
Giorgio Armani to Miss Milan Fashion Week Shows
This is Beirut 21/06 14:00 - Reading : less than a minute
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Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani, who is "currently recovering at home", will miss two of his shows at the Milan Fashion Week, his company said Friday. The 90-year-old designer will not attend Saturday's and Monday's shows, set to present Armani's menswear collections for Spring-Summer 2026, a statement said. "Armani has worked with his ...
Iran Imposes Heavier Internet Curbs Citing Israel's 'Abuse' of Network
This is Beirut 18/06 20:20 - Reading : less than a minute
Iran announced Wednesday heavier internet curbs, accusing Israel of misusing the network for military purposes amid ongoing fighting between the longtime foes. "Temporary restrictions have been imposed on users' access to the internet," the communication ministry said in a statement carried by Fars news agency, adding that the decision was due to ...