This is Beirut, 13/05 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute
Baalbeck EDL Akkar North Lebanon Lebanon
Electricity of Lebanon (EDL) condemned the repeated acts of gunfire targeting high-voltage transmission lines in Akkar, particularly in the towns of Halba, Al-Hosniyya, Beit Heddara, and Jisr Arqa, following the announcement of municipal election results on Sunday, May 11, 2025. In a statement issued Tuesday, EDL indicated that the celebratory ...
This is Beirut, 13/05 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The National Social Security Fund (NSSF) has disbursed LL42 billion to cover non-scheduled surgical procedures. In a statement issued by the Public Relations Directorate on Tuesday, NSSF reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the sustainability of the health sector and providing necessary financial backing to contracted hospitals. NSSF Director ...
This is Beirut, 13/05 10:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Baalbeck Beqaa Lebanon Municipal Elections Rashaya Western Bekaa
As Lebanon’s municipal and mukhtar elections continue, the Western Bekaa and Baalbek-Hermel regions have already seen a wave of uncontested victories, with numerous candidates declared elected by default ahead of Sunday’s scheduled vote. In the Western Bekaa, where 106,010 voters are registered, election authorities have finalized ...
Philippe Abi-Akl, 13/05 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon Syria Middle East Donald Trump Israel France
The border demarcation issue between Lebanon and its neighbors—Syria to the north and Israel to the south—is progressing, with France, Saudi Arabia and the US playing key mediating roles. The situation is now more favorable, as long-standing internal and external obstacles have largely dissipated, creating a better climate for finalizing ...
This is Beirut, 12/05 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Amer Abd El Nabi MFP Russia Lebanon
Lebanese fighter Amer Abd El Nabi claimed gold at the prestigious MFP combat sports competition held in Egypt, making history as the first Lebanese to officially compete under the Russian-based international MFP Organization. With this victory, Abd El Nabi secured a place in the upcoming world championship in Russia, where he will fight for the ...
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Lebanese Army UN Security Council United Nations UNIFIL Lebanon Resolution 1701
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) discovered more than 225 weapons caches in southern Lebanon and transferred the weapons to the Lebanese Army (LAF), the UN mission announced in a statement released Monday. According to the statement, the LAF, supported by UNIFIL, has redeployed to over 120 permanent positions south of the ...
This is Beirut, 12/05 15:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
President Joseph Aoun concluded a 24-hour visit to Kuwait on Monday, during which the Emir of Kuwait, Mashaal al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, promised to “raise the level of diplomatic representation between Kuwait and Lebanon." During the talks with Aoun, the Emir reaffirmed “Kuwait’s commitment to supporting Lebanon and strengthening ...
This is Beirut, 12/05 13:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Municipal Elections lebanon Ahmad Hajjar North Lebanon Akkar
Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar announced on Monday that voter turnout in the northern regions reached a general rate of 43.29% during the latest round of municipal elections, with 37.25% turnout in North Lebanon and 49.33% in Akkar. Speaking at a press conference, Hajjar described the electoral process as having proceeded “well,” ...
Makram Haddad, 12/05 11:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Golf Jalal Ataya Lara Bakhour Lebanon
They are young, talented, and now, medalists. Lebanese golf has delivered a new feat on the Arab stage thanks to two rising stars: Jalal Ataya (under 13 years) and Lara Bakhour (under 16 years), who each earned a precious silver medal during the Arab juniors and ladies championship organized in Egypt. The competition, orchestrated by the Arab ...
This is Beirut, 12/05 10:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
lebanon Beiteddine National Heritage Day Ministry of Culture
In celebration of National Heritage Day, museums and archaeological sites across Lebanon will open their doors free of charge on May 14, 15 and 16. The initiative invites the public to explore the country’s cultural landmarks without entrance fees during official working hours. The annual occasion, observed on the third Thursday of May, is ...
Bassam Abou Zeid, 12/05 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Political sources reported that Lebanese officials have been repeatedly and directly informed by multiple parties that the only viable way to resolve the ongoing issues with Israel, including the withdrawal from occupied territories, an end to ongoing violations and the resolution of disputes along the Blue Line, is through direct negotiations ...