This is Beirut, 27/06 17:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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According to the latest World Bank data, Lebanon ranks 11th among MENA (Middle East and North Africa) countries in terms of unemployment, with an estimated rate of 11.5% in 2024. This figure reflects the ongoing impact of Lebanon’s compounded economic, political, and social crises since 2019. Topping the regional chart is Palestine, with a ...
Mario Chartouni, 27/06 17:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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The Lebanese Army announced on Tuesday the arrest of a man identified as R.F., also known as “Qassoura,” who is believed to be the leader of the Islamic State (ISIS) in Lebanon. The operation, conducted by the Directorate of Intelligence, led to the confiscation of a large cache of weapons, ammunition, electronic devices, and materials used ...
Yara Germany, 27/06 16:30 - Reading : less than a minute
port byblos wine festival summer Lebanon
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 ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 27/06 16:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Amal Hezbollah Diaspora Vote Elections Lebanon Shia
Lebanese emigrants have found themselves entangled in a crisis not of their making—namely, the existential crisis of the Shia community amid unfolding developments across the Middle East. Calls to amend the provision governing emigrant voting—whether by assigning them to Electoral District 16 or allowing them to vote for MPs in their home ...
Liliane Mokbel, 27/06 15:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Finance Ministry Yassin Jaber Digitalization Economy Lebanon
Finance Minister Yassine Jaber has announced a $6 million allocation from the Lebanon Financing Facility (LFF) to modernize tax and land registry systems and support the ministry’s ongoing reform and digital transformation efforts. Established in December 2020 under the World Bank’s guidance following the Beirut port explosion, the LFF is a ...
This is Beirut, 27/06 15:15 - Reading : less than a minute
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally requested a one-year extension of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)’s mandate, set to begin on August 31, 2025. In a statement issued Friday, the ministry said the request follows a decision approved by the Cabinet during its May 14 session. The ministry confirmed that a letter was ...
Lyne Sammouri, 27/06 14:15 - Reading : less than a minute
Abraham Accords Lebanon Iran Israel United States
Since early 2025, US officials have stated that new countries, such as Lebanon and Syria, could soon join the Abraham Accords. But what are the Abraham Accords?
This is Beirut, 26/06 18:25 - Reading : less than a minute
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Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has voiced interest in establishing a presence for his companies in Lebanon, according to a statement released on Thursday by the Lebanese Presidency. In a phone conversation with President Joseph Aoun, Musk reportedly expressed his willingness to engage in Lebanon’s telecommunications and internet sectors. The ...
This is Beirut, 26/06 17:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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In a firm call for national sovereignty, former Progressive Socialist Party (PSP) leader Walid Jumblatt urged that all weapons in Lebanon be placed solely under the control of the state, stressing that the region is entering a “new page” in its history. Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, Jumblatt called on all parties in ...
Natasha Metni Torbey, 26/06 16:25 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
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As Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks continue to pound South Lebanon, a strategic front is rapidly emerging. Israel is now openly targeting Hezbollah’s financial infrastructure, marking a shift from battlefield confrontation to economic warfare. This week was a turning point. On Wednesday, the Israeli military released an unprecedented map ...
This is Beirut, 26/06 16:05 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanese Army Lebanon Smuggling
A pickup truck, loaded with weapons and ammunition and belonging to smugglers, was destroyed on the outskirts of Hermel following an armed clash with the Lebanese Army, which aimed to prevent cross-border smuggling. According to preliminary reports, the Lebanese Army opened fire on the vehicle after the driver failed to stop at a military ...
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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 ...