08/10 16:15 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
This conflict will inflict particularly harsh consequences on the Lebanese economy in both the short and medium term. Already struggling with a dire economic crisis, Lebanon may experience further deterioration, characterized by rising inflation and increasing unemployment. The heightened tensions have also created a climate of uncertainty that ...
This is Beirut, 08/10 11:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Hamas Hassan Nasrallah Tehran USA
Iran warned Israel on Tuesday against attacking any of its infrastructure amid fears of a possible Israeli assault on oil or nuclear sites following Iran's missile barrage last week. The state television quoted Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi as saying, "Any attack against infrastructure in Iran will provoke an even stronger response." He spoke ...
This is Beirut, 07/10 21:05 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Hamas United States USA Janet Yellen US Treasury Department US Sanctions Sanctions
The United States imposed fresh sanctions Monday on individuals and a "sham charity" it said were international financial supporters of Hamas, among others, on the anniversary of the group's bloody attack on Israel. On October 7 last year, Hamas militants launched a surprise attack into Israel that resulted in the deaths of 1,206 people according ...
This is Beirut, 07/10 15:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Hamas Palestine USA October 7 Attacks United States Kamala Harris
US President Joe Biden and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris mourned the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel one year ago, while decrying the heavy civilian losses of Palestinians in the subsequent Israeli operations. "Let us bear witness to the unspeakable brutality of the October 7 attacks, but also to the beauty of the lives that ...
This is Beirut, 07/10 13:10 - Reading : less than a minute
US Central Command chief General Michael Kurilla visited Israel for "a situational assessment" focused on security challenges coming from Iran and Lebanon, the Israeli military said on Monday. "General Kurilla's visit focused on the current security issues, with an emphasis on Iran and the northern front," a military statement said, without ...
This is Beirut, 07/10 10:55 - Reading : less than a minute
Republicans US Presidential Elections USA US Elections Explainer
This week’s US Elections Explainer revolves around the US Republican Party. Get to know its history and values as the race heats up.
This is Beirut, 07/10 10:35 - Reading : less than a minute
USA Lynette Woodard Time Travel
Travel back in time to 1985. What happened in the USA on October 7, 1985? Join us weekly on TimeTravel as we explore historical events under a different theme every month. This October, we're exploring sports!
This is Beirut, 06/10 19:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Ceasefire Hamas Benjamin Netanyahu United States USA Washington
The United States will not ease its "pressure" on Israel and Arab leaders to reach a deal on hostages and a ceasefire in Gaza, Vice President Kamala Harris said in an interview released on Sunday. Washington is working with Israel on humanitarian aid and "the need for a deal to be done which would release the hostages and create a ceasefire. And ...
This Is Beirut, 06/10 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Donald Trump Donald Trump Europe G7 New York USA USA
All music “has its roots” in Africa, says Angélique Kidjo. “In this world, you have a place everywhere.” Driven by this family mantra, star singer Angélique Kidjo celebrates 40 years of a career during which she has transcended trends while celebrating African heritage, the "cradle" of all music. Whether revisiting Ravel’s Bolero, ...
This is Beirut, 06/10 10:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Kazakhstan votes on Sunday in a referendum on building the country's first nuclear power station as the world's top uranium producer looks to boost its power generation capacity. The result, due to be announced on Monday, is expected to be in favor, despite lingering resentment over massive radiation exposure as a result of Soviet-era nuclear ...
This Is Beirut, 02/10 12:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
US vice presidential contenders J.D. Vance and Tim Walz faced off in a surprisingly civil debate on Tuesday, despite tense moments on the hot topics of migration, abortion and the threat of war in the Middle East. Republican Vance and Democrat Walz dug into policy and avoided the bitter personal attacks that presidential candidates Donald Trump ...
This Is Beirut, 01/10 10:50 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Democrats Donald Trump New York Republicans USA White House
US vice presidential contenders J.D. Vance and Tim Walz face off in what could be an unusually important undercard debate Tuesday as they compete for the decisive votes of the American heartland. The debate between Democrat Walz, the Minnesota governor chosen by Kamala Harris, and Republican Vance, the Ohio senator who is Donald Trump's running ...