Hussain Abdul-Hussain, 18/03 15:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hezbollah and its allies – Speaker Nabih Berri, former Minister Najib Mikati, and Hezbollah ministers in the previous cabinet – all signed the ceasefire agreement with Israel that ended the war and that stipulated that arms in Lebanon must be exclusively in the hands of six government military and security agencies. When this happens, ...
Eleonore Estephan, 18/03 14:50 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanon George Soros Open Society Lebanese economy
When the economic crisis hit Lebanon and other Arab countries, two media platforms, Daraj and Megaphone, financed by American businessman George Soros, started attacking the Lebanese economy through their channels, and to promote new bankers who could help establish five new banks under Soros’ control. This strategy was orchestrated by the ...
Joe André Rahal, 18/03 14:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Administration Digital Transformation AI
Amid Lebanon’s ongoing crises, the need to modernize public administration and improve services has never been greater. Digital transformation has emerged as a strategic path to drive progress, enhance transparency and rebuild trust between citizens and the state. The Cabinet has to discuss a comprehensive plan to digitize government ...
This is Beirut, 18/03 14:20 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Ministerial sources said that the Cabinet will continue discussions on the mechanism of administrative appointments on Friday. The focus will be on addressing gaps in the plan originally prepared by Minister Mohammad Fneish and approved by Prime Minister Saad Hariri’s government in 2010—a plan that was never implemented due to a legal ...
John Saad, 18/03 12:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
As we approach the spring season, the OLT20 chart has been highly active, with significant movement and a surge of new releases. Among these new entries is this week’s number one song on OLT20 “Girl I Want Your Love” from CMK Beats. Charbel Marcel Karkour, known by his stage name CMK Beats, started producing music electronically on his PC ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 18/03 11:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Municipalities Elections Lebanon
Many fail to fully grasp the role and importance of municipal elections, which are largely regarded as little more than a routine event or a contest among families and relatives. Political parties further fuel these rivalries, especially in larger towns and villages, where they treat the poll and the local leaders as instruments to advance their ...
Philippe Abi-Akl, 18/03 08:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Donald Trump Hezbollah Lebanon Syria Yemen Iran
Last week, UAE Diplomatic Adviser Anwar Gargash delivered a message from President Donald Trump to Iran’s leadership, proposing a revival of nuclear negotiations that his administration suspended in 2015. Trump’s message stated, “A deal with Iran is preferable to military action, as I do not seek to harm it.” Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali ...
This is Beirut, 17/03 18:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Hezbollah Lebanese Army Lebanon Syria Border
Heavy clashes rekindled along the Lebanese-Syrian border on Monday afternoon, north of Hermel, following intense shelling from Syrian territory on the town of Hosh al-Sayyed Ali, which has been held by Hezbollah since 2013. Heavy artillery fire also resumed between Mishrifa and al-Qasr. The shelling on Hosh al-Sayyed Ali killed 7 and injured ...
This is Beirut, 17/03 14:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Jean Abboud Flights Lebanon Tourism
Tourism in Lebanon is slowly getting back on track. As the Fitr and Easter holidays approach, demand for flight tickets to Lebanon is rising steadily, with additional flights planned, promising a good spring season. Indeed, “demand for tickets to Lebanon is rising steadily, and the number of flights will increase as the festive season ...
Makram Haddad, 17/03 13:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lebanon Ansar Safa Championship Nejmeh
Al-Ansar, halted in its stride, drops its first points of the season against a resilient Safa. Behind them, Nejmeh and al-Ahed seize the opportunity to close the gap, while Tadamon Tyr delivers an attacking spectacle. A look back at a thrilling 10th matchday. Al-Ansar Slowed Down, Title Race Reignited Everything had started well for the leader. ...
Marie-Christine Tayah, 17/03 12:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Antoine Kerbaj Actor Lebanon Culture TV Theater
Antoine Kerbaj’s passing at 90 evokes a profound sense of loss in the hearts of the Lebanese. A life dedicated to the stage and screen, his departure brings a wave of nostalgia for a bygone era — when families gathered around black-and-white television sets, captivated by his words and gestures. Generations grew up to the rhythm of the ...
Rayan Chami, 17/03 11:10 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon Council of Ministers Administrative Appointments
The Lebanese Cabinet is convening today to review a proposed new mechanism for administrative appointments. A committee will be responsible for the selection process, with the Civil Service Council overseeing it.