Israel Steps Up Strikes and Demolitions in Southern Lebanon as Talks Stall
Israeli forces intensified attacks across southern Lebanon overnight and into Wednesday morning, carrying out airstrikes, artillery fire, large-scale demolitions and fires in a series of towns and villages.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Lebanon’s First Post-Assad Handover Sets Precedent for Scores of Fugitives
Lebanese authorities handed a former senior Syrian army officer to Damascus on Wednesday to face charges including murder and torture, Syria’s interior ministry said, marking the first handover of an Assad-era military officer by Lebanon since former president Bashar al-Assad was toppled in 2024.
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Lebanon's Outreach to the Region Shows It Isn't Putting All Its Eggs in the U.S. Basket
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun was recently welcomed by US President Donald Trump in Washington, in what was interpreted as an effort by Mr Aoun to seek US backing in Lebanon’s negotiations with Israel. Upon his return to Beirut, he travelled to Turkey, amid reports he would soon visit Saudi Arabia.
Thursday, August 13, 2026
Depleted and Deplorable, Hezbollah Must Be Dismantled
The value of any Hezbollah leader’s speech is falling faster than that of the Lebanese lira. There is no scale to measure the gap between Hassan Nasrallah’s addresses in 2006 and Naim Qassem’s latest lecture. This is complete bankruptcy. It is not about charisma or delivery but — like anything else in Lebanon — is a mirror of the country’s balance of power. Despite its arsenal of what should now be called illegal armaments, Hezbollah is depleted and deplorable. Qassem’s address had zero impact, with those once forced into silence now speaking the truth — not only from the opposition but also from within government.
Monday, August 10, 2026
FIFA Chief to Receive Lebanese Citizenship
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun informed FIFA President Gianni Infantino of his approval to grant him Lebanese citizenship on Tuesday, the head of the Lebanese Football Association told AFP.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Portugal beats Spain to win Nations League
Portugal defeated Spain in penalty kicks 5- 3 to win the UEFA Nations League final late on Sunday after both sides failed to score in extra time following a showdown that ended 2-2.
Monday, June 9, 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