Rayan Chami, 07/12 17:35 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Kidnapped Disappeared Syria
Following the release of Lebanese detainees in Syria, the Committee of the Families of the Kidnapped and Disappeared urges immediate government action. With renewed determination, families continue their fight for answers, as the search for missing loved ones remains a national priority.
This Is Beirut, 07/12 15:00 - Reading : less than a minute
Hezbollah Israel Lebanon Syria
The US special envoy to Lebanon, Amos Hochstein, believes that “the war in Syria is not directly related to Lebanon, but it will have an impact on the country.” He declared, “I don't think we've eliminated or defeated Hezbollah, but it may no longer be strong enough to attack Israel or support President Bashar al-Assad.” In fact, he ...
Bélinda Ibrahim, 07/12 14:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
Concert USJ Yasmina Sabbah Lebanon Choir
In these troubled times, as Lebanon faces one of the darkest periods in its recent history, a beacon of hope shines in the heart of Beirut. The University of Saint Joseph Choir, under the direction of Yasmina Sabbah, is set to present its annual Christmas concert on December 18 and 19, 2024, at Saint Joseph Church in Monnot. This year's event ...
This Is Beirut, 07/12 13:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Caretaker Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi announced that “a draft law for the reconstruction of the country has been approved by the Council of Ministers,” before specifying that this draft will be submitted to Parliament for approval. Speaking from the city of Tyre, where the Council of Ministers meeting was being held, Mawlawi added, “We ...
Bassam Abou Zeid, 07/12 13:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
With the escalation of the war in Syria and the expansion of areas controlled by opposition forces reaching the outskirts of the Homs area, concerns in Lebanon have grown about the possibility of the conflict spreading to its territory, particularly through the eastern borders in Arsal and Hermel. These concerns are heightened by Hezbollah’s ...
This is Beirut, 07/12 10:50 - Reading : less than a minute
On Friday night, several houses and buildings were destroyed in the village of Khiam, which was rocked by violent explosions. On Saturday morning, columns of smoke continued to rise near a mosque in the heart of the village. In the southern suburb of Beirut, a low-flying Israeli drone was reported overhead. Shortly afterward, a thud sounded, ...
Makram Haddad, 07/12 10:25 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Middle East Moto Lebanon Dakar
Lebanese rider Rafic Eid has made a resounding achievement by securing second place in the final standings of the 2024 World Off-Road Rally Cup (Baja) in the veterans category. This performance, just a month before the legendary Dakar Rally, marks a pivotal turning point in the career of this bold and ambitious driver. An Exceptional Journey in ...
This is Beirut, 07/12 10:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Lebanon Economy Reconstruction
This is probably the reality Lebanon will have to face. With the end of the war, the countdown has begun, including an assessment of damages estimated at $6 billion and the initiation of reconstruction. The productive and economic sectors will have the opportunity for a significant recovery, starting with the laying of the cornerstone on the site ...
This is Beirut, 06/12 20:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The Establishment of The Water of Beirut and Mount Lebanon (EBML) has urged its subscribers to settle their fees for the current year (2024). Payments can be made at water office branches or through the Online Money Transfer SAL (OMT) service. Bank card payments are accepted at the water office branches. However, the EBML noted that, due to ...
This is Beirut, 06/12 20:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
With great excitement, Crazy Events and Artists and More Entertainment proudly announce the return of Christmas on Ice to Lebanon for its eagerly awaited 2nd edition, set to dazzle at the Seaside Arena, Beirut Waterfront. Building on last year’s triumph, this season’s show promises an even grander and more magical experience, featuring the ...
This is Beirut, 06/12 19:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The issue of the Lebanese detainees in Syria resurfaced unexpectedly, on Thursday, when Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) announced the release of the Hama prison inmates, including some Lebanese. This revelation prompted widespread sharing of a list of names of individuals arrested during Lebanon’s war (1975–1990) on WhatsApp and social ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 06/12 11:35 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
There is much to address regarding our frustration with Hezbollah and its economic and financial conduct. This frustration reached a peak yesterday with the remarks of its Deputy Secretary-General, Naim Qassem, as he outlined how aid is being distributed: a thousand dollars here, a hundred there—some for those affected in the South, and some for ...