Israeli Strikes Hit Multiple Areas Across Lebanon as Conflict with Hezbollah Escalates
Israeli artillery and airstrikes hit multiple areas across southern and eastern Lebanon overnight and into the early morning, even as Beirut’s southern suburbs experienced a tense calm with no reported air raids for now.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Residents of Alma al-Shaab Told to Evacuate Under UN Supervision
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has ordered residents of the town of Alma al-Shaab to evacuate by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, local sources said.
Monday, March 9, 2026
Few in Lebanon Will Regret Hezbollah's Eventual Demise
In the first 24 hours after Hezbollah launched rockets against northern Israel, involving Lebanon in an unnecessary war, the group’s decision provoked widespread condemnation throughout the country. Even many people within Hezbollah or among its base of supporters found it incomprehensible that the group would enter a conflict for which it was wholly unprepared.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
The Stars Are Aligning for Hezbollah’s Disarmament
While the visit by Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) Commander Rodolphe Haykal to Washington to discuss military cooperation reaffirmed the importance of sustained support for the LAF in its efforts to defend state sovereignty and advance Hezbollah’s disarmament, the visit of French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot to Beirut to coordinate preparations for a March conference in Paris backing the LAF underscored growing international pressure on the issue. These visits coincided with a congressional hearing dedicated to Hezbollah’s disarmament, as well as the introduction of a new bill by congressmen Darrell Issa (R-California) and Darin LaHood (R-Illinois) seeking to sanction “any foreign person or entity that hinders, obstructs or delays Lebanon’s electoral process.”
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
PSV Lament Unnecessary Defeat in Champions League Clash at Juventus
PSV Eindhoven felt they should have taken more from Tuesday's Champions League away clash against Juventus where they conceded a late goal to go down 2-1 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase playoff tie on Tuesday.
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
Man City's 115 Charges Outcome 'in a Month' - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club expects to learn the outcome of the hearing into its 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month".
Saturday, February 8, 2025
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