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Ceasefire Day 4: One Killed and Several Injured in South Lebanon

This Is Beirut, 30/11 17:20 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Violations of the ceasefire agreement escalated in southern Lebanon for the fourth consecutive day on Saturday, with Israeli airstrikes, drone attacks and ground incursions causing casualties and damage. In Rab al-Thalathin, an Israeli drone strike killed Hezbollah fighter Hassan Hamad Fakih. Two people were also injured, including Baker Jawad ...

LACC: Lebanon Is at a Crossroad

This is Beirut, 30/11 11:35 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Lebanon USA Ceasefire Hezbollah

In the context of following up on recent events in Lebanon, particularly regarding the approval of a 60-day truce between Israel and Lebanon, the Lebanese-American Coordinating Committee (LACC) sent a position paper to the US administration. The text is as follows: “Lebanon stands at a pivotal moment following the recent ceasefire between ...

Israeli Airstrikes Targeted Hezbollah on Syria-Lebanon Border

This is Beirut, 30/11 11:25 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The Israeli military said on Saturday that it had struck "military infrastructure" at the Syria-Lebanon border being used by Hezbollah for weapons smuggling “in violation” of their ceasefire agreement. The air force launched a "strike on military infrastructure sites adjacent to border crossings between Syria and Lebanon that were actively ...

Ralph Khoury Wins Prestigious NFT Award in Malta

Fabienne Touma, 30/11 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

NFT Malta Artist Lebanon Prize

Previously a jury member for the competition, Ralph Khoury decided this year to participate as a contestant. Unfortunately, administrative complications regarding his visa prevented him from traveling to Malta for the event. Undeterred, he came up with an original solution to still be present at the ceremony. “Last year, I was a jury member," he ...

Exit from Gray List: Banks' Compliance and Government Action

Maurice Matta, 30/11 09:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

Lebanon Banks Economy

On October 25, Lebanon was officially placed on the gray list of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), subjecting the country to enhanced monitoring. The FATF report highlighted ongoing vulnerabilities in Lebanon’s efforts to strengthen measures against money laundering and terrorism financing. A key point in the report was FATF’s ...

Counting the Costs of the Hezbollah - Israel War

Joanne Naoum, 30/11 08:45 - Reading : 7 minute(s)

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Despite over 1,200 Hezbollah members killed, among them top leaders, and thousands of fighters injured, an estimated death toll of 3,961, $2.8 billion in housing costs and 99,000 housing units partially or fully destroyed, Hezbollah’s chief Naim Qassem declared “victory.” More important still is the fact that the war the Hezb launched ...

Basketball: The Lebanese Federation Unveils a Promising Season for 2025

Roudi Abou Nader, 29/11 20:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Lebanon Basketball

The Lebanese Basketball Federation gathered on Friday at its main headquarters to announce the key details of the upcoming season, marking an important step after the recent break. Men's league: adjustments for a competitive season The Federation confirmed that the Men’s First Division League will start on February 1, 2025. The competition ...

From Tyre to Baalbeck: Widespread Destruction Across Lebanon

This is Beirut, 29/11 11:15 - Reading : less than a minute

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In the aftermath of the war, several regions of Lebanon are now in ruins. Here's an overview.

Zeina Abirached Presents 'The Prophet': Musical Reading in Marseille

Marie-Christine Tayah, 29/11 10:30 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

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More than 800 attendees gathered at La Criée for an extraordinary evening of art and storytelling. The event combined the power of Khalil Gibran’s The Prophet with the evocative visuals of Zeina Abirached, whose black-and-white illustrations were projected on stage. The performance was enriched by the soulful voice of Tania Saleh and the ...

Football: Lebanon Kicks off Its Asian Campaign with a Draw Against Jordan

Makram Haddad, 29/11 09:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Football Lebanon Jordan Asia Messi

Lebanon began its campaign in the fourth edition of the West Asia U-18 Women's Championship with a 1-1 draw against the host team, Jordan. The match, played Thursday evening at the Aqaba Stadium, was filled with suspense and emotions, marking a highly competitive start to the tournament. A Controlled First Half The beginning of the match was ...

Netanyahu Vows 'Intensive War' If Lebanon Ceasefire Violated

This is Beirut, 28/11 21:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday threatened Hezbollah with an "intensive war" if the Lebanese militant group violates the newly established ceasefire. "If necessary, I have instructed the Israeli army to wage an 'intensive war' in response to any violation," Netanyahu said in an interview with Israeli broadcaster Channel ...

Baalbeck Recounts... Henri Goraïeb's Starry Path

Alain E. Andrea, 28/11 19:00 - Reading : 6 minute(s)

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Some souls pass through this world like a shooting star, leaving behind a light that never fades. They are born in silence and return to the original silence. On tiptoe, it is said. Henri Goraïeb (1935-2021) was one of them. A concert pianist — and, oh, what a virtuoso — he was one of those candles that burned stoically despite the contrary ...

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