War in the Middle East

Catholic Gathering Urges Protection of Public and Private Properties
Catholic Gathering Urges Protection of Public and Private Properties

The Catholic Gathering called for the protection of properties ahead of restoration and reconstruction projects following the return of war-displaced individuals. In a statement published on Tuesday, it emphasized the necessity for property owners to submit supporting documents or proof of ownership to the government and the Ministry of ...

The School Meal Program at the Heart of Discussions Between Halabi and the WFP
The School Meal Program at the Heart of Discussions Between Halabi and the WFP

Caretaker Minister of Education Abbas Halabi thanked the World Food Program (WFP) for their support in providing nutritional assistance to schools.  Minister Halabi also emphasized Lebanon's commitment to education despite the ongoing conflict. Halabi was speaking on Monday during a meeting with Matthew Hollingworth, the Regional Director of ...

Islamist-Led Rebels Battle Syrian Troops and Advance in Hama
Islamist-Led Rebels Battle Syrian Troops and Advance in Hama

Islamist-led rebels battled army troops on Tuesday as they advanced towards the city of Hama in central Syria, a war monitor said. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and its allies fought some of the "most violent" clashes with troops in the area since launching a lightning offensive last week, said the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights monitor. Since ...

Israel Strikes Car on Damascus Airport Road: State Media
Israel Strikes Car on Damascus Airport Road: State Media

An Israeli airstrike hit a car on the Damascus airport road on Tuesday, causing it to explode, Syria's official news agency SANA reported. "A car exploded after it was targeted in an Israeli aggression on the road to Damascus International Airport," SANA reported, citing a police source. It did not say who was targeted or if there were any ...

The Middle East Turns the Page on 1967
Op-edThe Middle East Turns the Page on 1967

The current developments in the region are a direct result of the political, social and economic repercussions stemming from a pivotal moment in the history of the region — the 1967 war. During this conflict, Nasser and the Arab states suffered significant territorial losses in Egypt and Jordan, with the capture of Jerusalem being the most ...

Macron and Saudi Crown Prince to Consolidate Ceasefire in Lebanon
Macron and Saudi Crown Prince to Consolidate Ceasefire in Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a strategic partnership on Monday to strengthen bilateral ties and ease tensions in the Middle East. “The two leaders agreed to make every effort to contribute to de-escalation in the region, including helping to consolidate the fragile ceasefire between Israel ...

Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Kill at Least Ten, US Confirms ‘Ceasefire Holding’
Israeli Airstrikes in Southern Lebanon Kill at Least Ten, US Confirms ‘Ceasefire Holding’

The Lebanese Army initiated a heavy deployment in and around the city of Tyre on Tuesday afternoon. This move comes as part of the military’s redeployment efforts in the region, particularly targeting border villages to ensure security amid renewed tensions between Hezbollah and Israel since the ceasefire agreement came into effect. Troops ...

Changes in Lebanon and Syria Redefine Regional Dynamics
Changes in Lebanon and Syria Redefine Regional Dynamics

Regional developments are unfolding at an unprecedented pace. From Lebanon to Syria, a surge of violence is sweeping through the region, igniting multiple fronts targeting Iran’s proxies in its self-declared spheres of influence. Iraq risks being drawn in unless it distances itself and aligns with a broader international effort that appears ...

As Ceasefire Falters, Lebanon Urges Quick Action on Monitoring Committee
As Ceasefire Falters, Lebanon Urges Quick Action on Monitoring Committee

The ceasefire in southern Lebanon is faltering, raising concerns among local, regional, and international key players about its potential collapse. In response, many of these parties rushed to initiate a series of contacts aimed at stabilizing the situation. However, their efforts have so far proven unsuccessful. Hezbollah retaliated against what ...

Armed Factions in Syria: Identity, Affiliations, and Strategic Positioning
SpotlightArmed Factions in Syria: Identity, Affiliations, and Strategic Positioning

Over thirteen years since the beginning of the war, Syria remains a stage for complex conflicts, with numerous factions vying for control over different zones of influence. Last Wednesday, following the establishment of a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Syrian opposition forces led by Hay’at Tahrir al-Cham launched an offensive from their ...

Fatah-Hamas Negotiations Aim Towards Full PA Governance in Gaza
Fatah-Hamas Negotiations Aim Towards Full PA Governance in Gaza

Egypt's foreign minister said Monday rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas were in Cairo for talks seeking to bring post-war Gaza under the full control of the Palestinian Authority (PA). Hamas has been locked in a deadly conflict with Israel in the Gaza Strip since the Palestinian militant group launched a surprise attack on Israel on October ...

Iraq Deploys Armored Vehicles to Border With Syria
Iraq Deploys Armored Vehicles to Border With Syria

Iraq sent armoured vehicles on Monday to reinforce its long border with Syria, in a bid to ease concerns after a surprise offensive in the neighboring country by Islamist-led insurgents. The lightning offensive by Islamist Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) group and allied factions saw government forces lose full control of Syria's second city ...