Lebanon

Lacroix: Resolution 1701 Remains Key, UNIFIL Ready to Support Lasting Peace Roadmap

This is Beirut, 14/11 18:25 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

UN Security Council Lebanon Jean-Pierre Lacroix UNIFIL

On his third visit to Lebanon, UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix stressed that Security Council Resolution 1701 remains the framework to return to stability — and build on it. Concluding a three-day visit to Beirut, Lacroix underscored in meetings with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, Caretaker Prime Minister ...

Zeina Nader’s Abstract Art Shines Once Again in Italy

Bélinda Ibrahim, 14/11 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Exhibition Painting Italy Lebanon Art

Zeina Nader is a true force of nature. Her unwavering passion for art drives her to overcome all obstacles, even as her country is shaken by conflict. Despite uncertain security conditions, the painter continues to proudly represent Lebanese art on the international scene, exhibiting her works in Italy. A globetrotter at heart, well-established ...

World Bank: Damages and Losses in Lebanon Conflict Estimated at $8.5 Billion

This Is Beirut, 14/11 17:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

World Bank Lebanon Economy conflict losses

The World Bank has published on Thursday an initial assessment report of the impact of conflict on Lebanon’s Economy and Key Sectors. According to a new World Bank report, the cost of physical damages and economic losses due to the conflict in Lebanon is estimated at USD 8.5 billion. The Lebanon Interim Damage and Loss Assessment (DaLA) finds ...

Russia Takes Center Stage

Marc Saikali, 14/11 11:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Hezbollah Israel Vladimir Putin Lebanon Iran

How did this happen? It’s straightforward: genetically wired as a skilled chess player, Vladimir Putin now positions himself as the guarantor of cutting off the flow of arms, smuggling, and funds to Hezbollah via Syria. Holding the symbolic scissors over the lifeline of the pro-Iranian militia, he is offering his services to other stakeholders. ...

Gasping for Air: Respiratory Issues Soar Amid Relentless Beirut Raids

Vanessa Kallas, 14/11 10:35 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon Generator WHO Pollution Air Electricity

Since September, Israeli raids have targeted Lebanese territory almost daily, leaving behind a dense cloud of smoke for people to inhale. Combined with existing pollution from Lebanon’s overreliance on generators, the smoke is slowly endangering the health of the Lebanese population. Breathless in Beirut Manal lives in Ain El Remmaneh, a ...

Elie Saab Enchants Riyadh for His 45th Anniversary

Béatrice Moreau, 14/11 01:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Elie Saab Fashion Culture Show Lebanon Ryadh

On November 14, 2024, Riyadh's Boulevard City transformed into a luxurious, magical setting to host 1001 Seasons, a breathtaking fashion and music event celebrating the 45-year career of Lebanese designer Elie Saab. Under the artistic direction of Carine Roitfeld, former editor-in-chief of Vogue France, the show presented no fewer than 300 new ...

Israeli Airstrikes Hit Beirut's Suburbs Again, Sparking Mass Displacement

This is Beirut, 13/11 21:30 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Hezbollah Southern suburbs Lebanon Israël

Israeli airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut resumed on Wednesday night, following evacuation warnings issued by Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee to residents of Burj al-Barajneh and Haret Hreik. People hastily drove away from the area following the evacuation call, with residents firing gunshots in the air to warn civilians ...

Israel Wants to “Maintain the Ability to Strike” Lebanon “at Any Time”, According to Barrot

This is Beirut, 13/11 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Israël lebanon France Jean-Noël Barrot

Israel wants to “maintain the ability to strike” Lebanon “at any time” as part of a ceasefire agreement with the Hezbollah, which constitutes a violation of the country's sovereignty, revealed the French Foreign minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, on Wednesday. Barrot, who was in Israel last week, noted a hardening in Tel Aviv positions, during ...

Football: Lebanon Defies the War and Relaunches Its Asian Campaign in Bangkok

Makram Haddad, 13/11 19:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Football Lebanon Friendly match Thailand

In a context where Lebanon is facing a devastating war, the national football team is ready to shine once again on the international stage. After a period of uncertainty caused by the tragic events hitting the country, the Lebanese team is getting back on the field with a delicate Asian tour. Thus, Lebanon will face Thailand in Bangkok on Thursday ...

Israel Defense Minister Vows No Let-Up in War on Hezbollah

This is Beirut, 13/11 18:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Israel Hezbollah Lebanon Israel Katz

Israel's new Defense minister told senior military commanders Wednesday there would be no easing-up in the war against Hezbollah as he toured the northern border with Lebanon. "We will make no ceasefires, we will not take our foot off the pedal, and we will not allow any arrangement that does not include the achievement of our war objectives," ...

Egyptian FM Calls for Unconditional Ceasefire in Lebanon

This is Beirut, 13/11 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Joseph Aoun Egypt Lebanon Israel Nabih Berri

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aati underlined upon his arrival in Beirut on Wednesday, his country’s full alignment with Lebanon’s demand for an immediate ceasefire and an unconditional end to Israel’s incessant attacks against Lebanon. “Egypt’s mission is to mobilize international and Arab partners to press for an immediate ...

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