Hajjar from Tripoli: The Vote Counting Process Is Credible

This is Beirut, 13/05 15:20 - Reading : less than a minute

Ahmad Hajjar Tripoli Municipal Elections Lebanon

Minister of Interior Ahmad al-Hajjar ruled out on Tuesday any manipulation of the counting process of the municipal elections in Tripoli. He noted that the ballot boxes for the mukhtar vote have been completed, while the counting for municipal councils is underway.  Speaking from the Justice Palace in Tripoli, Hajjar stated that he is closely ...

The Never-Ending Debate on the Independent Municipal Fund

Johnny Kortbawi, 13/05 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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In Lebanon, no conversation about municipal elections seems complete without mentioning the Independent Municipal Fund. Whether in political discourse or campaign rhetoric, the fund remains at the heart of debate—and controversy. Established with the noble aim of supporting municipalities and municipal federations, especially those with limited ...

Two Hezbollah Members Killed in Israeli Strikes in Hula and Shqif

This is Beirut, 13/05 13:40 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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The Israeli army claimed responsibility on Tuesday for two airstrikes targeting Hula and the area around the Shqif Citadel in South Lebanon, announcing the killing of two Hezbollah members. The Israeli army’s spokesperson, Avichay Adraee, stated on his X account that “a drone targeted (Tuesday afternoon) a Hezbollah member in the area of the ...

EDL Warns of Blackouts Following Gunfire in Akkar

This is Beirut, 13/05 12:30 - Reading : less than a minute

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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 ...

NSSF Allocates LBP42 Billion for Emergency Surgeries

This is Beirut, 13/05 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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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 ...

Municipal Elections 2025: Dozens Elected by Default Across Bekaa

This is Beirut, 13/05 10:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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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 ...

Lebanon Border Deal Nears Under US, French and Saudi Mediation

Philippe Abi-Akl, 13/05 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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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 ...

Amer Abd El Nabi Wins Gold in Egypt, Qualifies for World Championship in Russia

This is Beirut, 12/05 18:15 - Reading : less than a minute

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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 ...

Official 2025 Municipal and Mukhtar Election Results – North Lebanon

This is Beirut, 12/05 18:00 - Reading : less than a minute

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UNIFIL Discovers Over 225 Weapons Caches in South Lebanon

This is Beirut, 12/05 16:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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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 ...

Aoun in Kuwait: A New Chapter in Lebanese-Kuwaiti Relations

This is Beirut, 12/05 15:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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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 ...

Minister Hajjar Reports 43% Voter Turnout in the North and Akkar, Vows Action on Election Violations

This is Beirut, 12/05 13:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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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,” ...