US Embassy Warns Citizens to Avoid Bir Hassan Road Ahead of Nasrallah Funeral Processions
The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon has issued a strong advisory to its citizens, urging them to avoid traveling on Beer Hassan Road, South Road, and the road leading to Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport on Sunday, February 23, 2025. This warning comes as funeral processions for the late Hezbollah Secretary-General, Hassan Nasrallah, are set to take place in Bir Hassan, a key area in southern Beirut near the airport.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Israeli Army Completes Partial Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon as Ceasefire Deadline Expires
The Israeli military has withdrawn from several villages in southern Lebanon but remains stationed at five strategic border positions as the deadline for the withdrawal under a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon expired, a Lebanese security source said on Tuesday,
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Lebanon Can Regain Independence with Hezbollah’s Demise and Weakened Iranian Regime
Since Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, the Iranian regime and its most powerful regional proxy, Hezbollah, have suffered significant setbacks. While Tehran has long relied on Hezbollah to project power in the Middle East, the ongoing conflict, intensified sanctions, and internal unrest have severely strained both. This weakening presents not only challenges for Iran’s regional ambitions but also new opportunities for Lebanon to reclaim its sovereignty and rebuild its economy.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
At Long Last, Lebanon’s Citizens Are Beginning to Feel Hope
More than two months have passed since a ceasefire came into effect in Lebanon. But for Lebanese abroad, there is still much to be anxious about when it comes to the future of our country. First, Lebanon now has a president, ending two years of vacuum and political deadlock. But the fact that it took a ceasefire agreement in a war most Lebanese never wanted to force Lebanon to finally appoint a leader is heartbreaking.
Saturday, February 8, 2025
First Place on the Line in Madrid Derby as Real and Atletico Squabble Over Refereeing
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid meet in their second derby of the season with the Liga lead on the line and the focus on refereeing. Real Madrid has spent the days ahead of Saturday’s match complaining of mistakes against the club.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Zhou Guanyu Joins Ferrari as a Reserve Driver for 2025 F1 Season
The first Chinese driver in Formula 1, Zhou Guanyu, is heading back to Ferrari as one of its reserve drivers for the 2025 season.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Security & Justice Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Israeli Drone Strike Targets Hezbollah Member amid Ongoing Military Activity in Southern Lebanon
Economy & Business Wednesday, February 19, 2025
Lebanon's Central Bank Increases Monthly Withdrawals in New Circular Amendments
Economy & Business
Cabinet Formation
EU Congratulates Lebanon After PM Nawaf Salam Announces New Government
The EU's foreign policy chief has issued a statement congratulating Lebanon after Prime Minister Nawaf Salam formed the country’s first fully-fledged government since 2022. In her statement, Kaja Kallas said she wished the new administration "full success in delivering the aspirations of the Lebanese people." "The EU reaffirms its steadfast support for the Lebanese people and in particular for the rebuilding of state institutions capable of fulfilling their missions at the service of all citizens."
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Lebanon’s Governments Since Independence: A Look at 78 Cabinets in 82 Years
Since gaining independence in 1943, Lebanon has witnessed the formation of 78 governments, with the most recent announced on Saturday under the leadership of Nawaf Salam. This marks the first government of President Joseph Aoun’s tenure.
Sunday, February 9, 2025
Lebanon Turns a New Page with Nawaf Salam’s Government Formation
Lebanon formed a new government on Saturday, Lebanon’s presidency announced.
Saturday, February 8, 2025