Johnny Kortbawi 2024-10-29 09:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Lebanon USA White House President
Many Lebanese are pinning their hopes on the United States presidential election to bring clarity to the ongoing war in Lebanon and broader regional tensions from Gaza to Iran. While there is some truth to this perspective, the tendency among Lebanese to overanalyze and speculate often outpaces the reality on the ground. Historically, the US has ...
Philippe Abi-Akl 2024-10-29 08:30 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Amos Hochstein Iran US election
Israel’s response to Iran’s Oct.1 missile attack signals a marked shift from the previous phase, easing widespread concerns in Lebanon and internationally that Tel Aviv might push the region toward a broader conflict. Reports indicate that a US-brokered arrangement between the two sides has defused the immediate threat of war, with further ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 22:50 - 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 October 28, 2024.
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 20:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Clashes escalated between Hezbollah and Israel on Monday, resulting in a rising death toll and massive destruction in southern Lebanon and the Beqaa, amid a cautious calm in Beirut’s southern suburbs. Southern Lebanon The caza of Tyre witnessed heavy Israeli airstrikes, as fighter jets shelled many buildings in several neighborhoods, which ...
Sana Richa Choucair 2024-10-28 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Amos Hochstein Middle East UN Resolution
The US envoy for the Middle East, Amos Hochstein, is reportedly set to present a detailed proposal to Tel Aviv aimed at resolving the conflict with Hezbollah, as reported by multiple media sources. Hochstein, who is expected in Israel, is pursuing his diplomatic efforts focused on securing a ceasefire and implementing UN Security Council ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 14:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Israel's Defense ministry said on Monday it has earmarked $530 million to accelerate development of the laser air defense system known as "Iron Beam". "The Ministry of Defense has signed a major deal worth approximately 2 billion shekels to significantly expand procurement of the laser interception systems, 'Iron Beam,'," a statement said. The ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 14:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Lebanese Red Cross Middle East United Nations Hamas
Flagrant violations of the laws of war in the escalating conflict in the Middle East are setting a dangerous precedent, aid workers in the region warn. Since Hamas's deadly October 7 attack on Israel from Gaza last year, humanitarians say the warring parties are flouting international humanitarian law (IHL). "The rules of war are being broken in ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 10:55 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
Tehran UN Security Council United Nations USA Iraq
Iraq has condemned Israel's use of its airspace to attack neighbouring Iran in a protest letter sent to United Nations chief Antonio Guterres and the UN Security Council, Baghdad said Monday. A statement from government spokesman Bassim Alawadi said the letter condemns "the Zionist entity's blatant violation of Iraq's airspace and sovereignty by ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-28 09:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
The top commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) has warned Israel it would face "bitter consequences" after its attack on Iranian military sites, local media said on Monday. Guards chief Hossein Salami, quoted by Tasnim news agency, said Israel had "failed to achieve its ominous goals" with its air raids on ...
Charles Chartouni 2024-10-28 09:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
The Israeli-Iranian wars continue on an unhindered course, and the likelihood of an imminent resolution is minimal. There is little chance for a negotiated outcome unless the Iranian proxies are defeated and the power equations are irreversibly changed. The truce proposals broadcasted by the United States, France, the European Union and the United ...
This is Beirut 2024-10-27 18:55 - 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 October 27, 2024.
This is Beirut 2024-10-27 18:50 - Reading : 2 minute(s)
While calm continued to prevail in Beirut’s southern suburbs on Sunday, Israel continued targeting southern Lebanon and the Beqaa. Southern Lebanon Several towns in Bint Jbeil were subjected to a raid on Sunday afternoon, including Ainata. It was also reported that an Israeli raid blocked the road between Ain Ebel and Bint Jbeil. An Israeli ...