War Diary: Day 354
Lyne Sammouri 2024-09-24 21:27 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for September 24, 2024.
War in the Middle East
The Weakening of Hezbollah: Israel’s Tactical Goal Against Iran
2024-09-24 20:55 - Reading : 6 minute(s)
Diplomatic avenues are – at least for the time being – blocked. The objectives of the war have evolved, especially since the announcement made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on September 17 regarding the expansion of the conflict to allow the 68,000 residents of northern Israel to safely return home. To achieve this, the Lebanese ...
UN Security Council to Meet on Lebanon Wednesday
This Is Beirut 2024-09-24 20:15 - Reading : 8 minute(s)
The UN Security Council will hold an emergency meeting on Wednesday to discuss the explosive situation in Lebanon, which is subjected to relentless Israeli air strikes targeting Hezbollah positions. "After consulting with the delegations... the Presidency intends to schedule the briefing on the situation in Lebanon for tomorrow, Wednesday ...
UNHCR Mourns Killing of Staff Member and Contractor Staff in Lebanon
This Is Beirut 2024-09-24 17:39 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
UNHCR announced on Tuesday the killing of two of its members in Lebanon, Dina Darwiche and Ali Basma. Dina Darwiche has been working with UNHCR for 12 years in UNHCR’s Bekaa office, eastern Lebanon, the UNHCR statement reads. "The building where Dina, her husband, and two young children reside was hit by an Israeli missile yesterday. Her ...
UN Chief Warns Lebanon Is on the 'Brink' as World Leaders Gather
This Is Beirut 2024-09-24 17:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
The UN chief warned world leaders on Tuesday that Lebanon was on "the brink" as clashes escalated between Israel and Hezbollah ahead of US President Joe Biden's final appearance at the global body's signature annual event. "We should all be alarmed by the escalation. Lebanon is at the brink," UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said. As the ...
Israeli Strikes Continue Throughout the Night
This Is Beirut 2024-09-24 03:53 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Israeli raids continued through Monday night into the early hours of the morning, with planes targeting the outskirts of Tyre after striking Maarak and al-Hoch overnight. The raids also affected towns and villages in the Baalbek caza, including three strikes on Baalbek, Douris, and Bazalia, as well as assaults on Nabi Chit and Bodai. The town of ...
War Diary: Day 353
Rayan Chami 2024-09-23 22:37 - Reading : less than a minute
This is Beirut brings you a daily recap of the war and its repercussions on the region. Here are the main highlights for September 23, 2024.
Pro-Iranian Axis Reactions to Escalation in Lebanon
Malo Pinatel 2024-09-23 21:27 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Hundreds of Israeli strikes hit southern and eastern Lebanon on Monday, after Israel advised residents in these areas to "stay away from Hezbollah targets." While the pro-Iranian group continues to launch rocket salvos in response to Israeli bombardments, various components of the Tehran-led axis have begun issuing statements of support. Iran ...
US Sending More Troops to Middle East as Tensions Grow
This Is Beirut 2024-09-23 19:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The United States is sending a "small number" of additional troops to the Middle East in response to rising tensions in the region, the Pentagon said on Monday, giving few further details. The announcement comes as fears of a broader regional war grow, with Israel striking hundreds of targets in Lebanon in what is by far the deadliest ...
Massive Israeli Airstrikes Across Lebanon, Including Dahyeh
2024-09-23 19:38 - Reading : less than a minute
Ali Karaki Is Safe, according to Hezbollah
2024-09-23 19:27 - Reading : less than a minute
"A Missile Fell 300 Meters from Me": Displaced from South Lebanon Share Their Stories
2024-09-23 18:40 - Reading : less than a minute
The Hospitality Institute in Bir Hassan (Beirut) welcomed the first displaced individuals from South Lebanon this afternoon, following the massive bombing campaign carried out by Israel in the region since Monday morning. Still in shock, they share their testimonies.