This is Beirut, 23/07 13:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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President Joseph Aoun on Wednesday called for sustainable regional partnerships grounded in shared interests and long-term development, rather than temporary aid. His remarks came during a visit to Bahrain’s Economic Development Board on the second day of his official trip to the kingdom, at the invitation of King Hamad bin Isa Al ...
This is Beirut, 22/07 12:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
President Joseph Aoun on Tuesday left for Bahrain on an official visit aimed at revitalizing and strengthening relations between Beirut and Manama, following a period of strained ties. Commenting on the visit, Foreign Affairs Minister Youssef Rajji described it as a pivotal step toward restoring bilateral trust and cooperation, stressing that it ...
This is Beirut, 21/07 13:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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US presidential envoy Tom Barrack arrived in Beirut on Sunday for his third official visit to Lebanon in recent weeks, signaling a ramp-up in diplomatic efforts to ease escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. Barrack began his meetings on Monday with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at Baabda Palace, accompanied by US Ambassador Lisa ...
This is Beirut, 20/07 12:35 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Maronite Patriarch Bechara Rai presided over the Divine Liturgy on the occasion of the Feast of Saint Charbel at the Monastery of Saint Maroun in Annaya, in the presence of President Joseph Aoun, the First Lady and a large gathering of dignitaries. In his sermon, Patriarch Rai addressed electoral issues, calling for the repeal of Article 112 of ...
This is Beirut, 18/07 15:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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President Joseph Aoun chaired a ministerial and security meeting on Friday morning at the Presidential Palace, primarily focused on the situation in Lebanese prisons and the aggravating issue of overcrowding. The participants discussed urgent measures to address the saturation of detention facilities, particularly concerning judicial procedures, ...
This is Beirut, 16/07 18:20 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
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Israeli strikes on Damascus and escalating sectarian violence in Sweida on Wednesday drew sharp reactions from top Lebanese officials, who voiced strong condemnation and urged de-escalation. President Joseph Aoun condemned Israel’s strikes as "a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of a sister Arab state" and warned that continued aggression ...
This is Beirut, 16/07 10:55 - Reading : less than a minute
The General Confederation of Labor (CGTL) announced on Wednesday that it is suspending its nationwide strike following a meeting with President Joseph Aoun. Speaking after the talks, CGTL head Bechara al-Asmar said the decision came after the president pledged to place the union’s demands on the agenda of Thursday’s Cabinet session in ...
Philippe Abi-Akl, 15/07 08:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)
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As US envoy Thomas Barrack prepares for a potential third visit to Beirut on July 28, Lebanon stands at a critical juncture. Barrack is expected to deliver Washington’s official response to Lebanon’s recent proposal—alongside the “miracle solution” he hinted at before his last departure. At the heart of Lebanon’s plan is a coordinated ...
This is Beirut, 14/07 16:05 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
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President Joseph Aoun reiterated on Monday that the unity and sovereignty of Lebanese territory are constitutional and non-negotiable principles, protected by the Lebanese Army and the will of the people. His remarks, made during economic and diplomatic meetings at Baabda Palace, came in direct response to recent statements by US envoy Tom ...
This is Beirut, 14/07 12:15 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
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During an official visit to Beirut, Kuwait’s First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Sheikh Fahd Yousef Al-Sabah, reaffirmed his country’s "unwavering support" for Lebanon and its people "under all circumstances." Al-Sabah was received on Monday morning by President Joseph Aoun at Baabda Palace, in ...
Johnny Kortbawi, 11/07 20:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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One of the most powerful roles ever played by legendary Meryl Streep was that of Sophie in the iconic film Sophie’s Choice, now regarded as a masterpiece of world cinema. The movie delves into the ethical, psychological, and spiritual torment of making impossible choices in the darkest moments of human history. Based on both a true story and a ...
This is Beirut, 11/07 18:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
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The Council of Ministers approved several administrative and judicial appointments during a regular session convened on Friday at the Presidential Palace in Baabda, chaired by President of the Republic Joseph Aoun. The Cabinet appointed Judge Maher Shaito as the new Financial Public Prosecutor. Mazen Soueid was appointed Chairman of the ...