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Lebanon Receives First Shipment of French Humanitarian Aid

This is Beirut, 2024-11-01 14:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Lebanon received its first shipment of humanitarian aid from France on Friday as part of the assistance pledged during the international conference to support Lebanon held in Paris on October 24. This aid is intended for displaced people who were forced to flee their homes due to the raging conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. French ...

'Échos du Cèdre,' an Event in Paris Dedicated to Lebanon

Carol Ziadé Ajami, 2024-10-31 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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In the face of this terrible war that once again threatens the former land of honey and incense, the Lebanese diaspora in France turns to its ancestor, the cedar tree, to draw inspiration from its endurance amid the storms. The title of the event organized by the Zahlé-France club is meant to be taken literally: Échos du ...

Marie-Antoinette’s Historic Bracelet Presented in New York

This is Beirut, 2024-10-23 14:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Worn by Marie-Antoinette, the famous Queen of France, the bracelet from the world’s oldest jeweler is now exhibited in New York, symbolizing their ambition to expand their presence in this international luxury hub, despite a slowing global market. This unique piece, composed of seven antique cameos mounted on a bracelet adorned with floral ...

Tribute to François Truffaut: Fragments of a Troubled Life

This is Beirut, 2024-10-22 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of François Truffaut's passing, French television is paying a heartfelt tribute to this iconic figure of the New Wave by airing his classics, such as The 400 Blows, alongside a new, poignant documentary. Titled François Truffaut, The Script of My Life, the film premiered in May at the 77th Cannes Film ...

The Lebanese Film Festival of France 2024 Closes with Grand Celebrations in Paris

2024-10-21 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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This Sunday marked the end of the Lebanese Film Festival of France (LFFF), an event that has become a must-attend for both enthusiasts and professionals of Lebanese cinema in France. The day unfolded in a warm ambiance, featuring notable films, including several premieres. The lineup included Rima Samman’s Dans le cœur une hirondelle, Liana & ...

“Monsieur Aznavour”: The Rise of a Legend

This is Beirut, 2024-10-19 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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A singer. A voice. A legend. Charles Aznavour, with his distinctive stature and unique timbre, left an indelible mark on French song during his lifetime and well beyond his death. His words and melodies have cradled entire generations for decades, touching millions of hearts. The film Monsieur Aznavour, set to release on Wednesday, October 23, in ...

Costa-Gavras: A Meditative Journey into Mortality

This is Beirut, 2024-10-18 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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At 91, the Franco-Greek filmmaker Costa-Gavras confronts the concept of death with the calmness of an experienced director, all while preparing a new political film. During the Lumière festival in Lyon, he presented his latest feature, Le Dernier Souffle (“The Last Breath”), set for release in January 2025. Adapted from a work by Régis ...

Macron's Criticism of Israel Sparks Anger in France

This is Beirut, 2024-10-17 14:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

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Emmanuel Macron's comments suggesting that Israel owes its existence to a UN resolution have sparked unease in France. The president has faced a furious rebuke from the speaker of the upper house, as well as disquiet from within his own ranks. The remarks attributed to Macron during a cabinet meeting on Tuesday—that Israel needs to adhere to UN ...

Israel Labels Macron a 'Disgrace' Following Defense Show Ban

This is Beirut, 2024-10-16 17:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on Wednesday slammed French President Emmanuel Macron, calling him a "disgrace" after Israeli delegations were banned from exhibiting at the Euronaval defense show. "Macron's actions are a disgrace to the French nation and the values of the free world, which he claims to uphold. The decision to discriminate ...

France Reaffirms Support for UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 2024-10-14 22:45 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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On Monday, French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu affirmed his country’s continued support for UN peacekeepers from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), saying they are "meant to stay." This announcement comes two days before a meeting of European nations contributing to the mission. "The day the weapons fall silent, there ...

Italy Seek Nations League Consistency as Germany Continue Rebuild

This is Beirut, 2024-10-10 11:39 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Italy will attempt to back up their strong start to the UEFA Nations League after a disastrous Euro 2024 campaign, while a rebuilding Germany are without several key players due to injury. Luciano Spalletti's Italy crashed out in the last 16 at the Euros in a dire defence of their title, but the Azzurri responded to that failure by winning in ...

France to Host International Conference in Support of Lebanon

This is Beirut, 2024-10-09 18:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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France announced that it will host an international conference to support Lebanon's population and sovereignty on October 24 in Paris. Organized at the initiative of the French President and following Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot's recent visit to the Middle East, the conference aims to mobilize global support for Lebanon during its ongoing ...

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