Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
Israeli Army Expands Ground Operations to New Areas in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli army announced on Tuesday that its 98th Division has kicked off operations in new areas of southern Lebanon, intensifying efforts to dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Argentina Withdraws Three Officers from UN Peacekeeping Mission in Lebanon
Argentina has notified the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon that it is withdrawing three of its officers, a UNIFIL spokesperson confirmed on Tuesday.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Opinion
Berri's Exclusive Control Over Ceasefire Talks: A Threat to National Interests?
As U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein continues his shuttle diplomacy between Tel Aviv and Beirut, aiming to broker a ceasefire agreement between Hezbollah and Israel, Lebanese political sources are increasingly calling for transparency in the negotiations. With the possibility of a ceasefire agreement looming, many are demanding that the Lebanese public be made aware of the terms being discussed behind closed doors, especially given the high stakes for Lebanon’s future and security.
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
From Struggle to Strength: Lebanon’s Agro-entrepreneurs in Uncertain Times
The war on Lebanon, while selective and impacting some sectors less than others, has left no sector untouched. Niche businesses in the real economy — those small, specialized enterprises that often represent the heart of the community — are more vulnerable than large enterprises.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
Sports
Alcaraz Beats Rublev to Open ATP Finals Account
Carlos Alcaraz opened his account at the ATP Finals on Wednesday with an entertaining 6-3, 7-6 (10/8) win over Andrey Rublev which boosted his hopes of reaching the semifinals.
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Ecuador's Angulo, 22, Dies a Month After Car Crash
Ecuador international Marco Angulo has died at the age of 22 just over a month after being seriously injured in a car crash, his club has announced.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Monday 15 July 2024 14:31:56
Abboud: Beirut Airport Sees Daily Influx of 14,000 Passengers as Travel Surge Continues
The head of the Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies, Jean Abboud, announced on Monday that the average number of passengers arriving daily at Beirut Airport is around 14,000, anticipating that the summer season of 2024 will be similar to the previous one if the current trend continues.
"As of today, between 85 and 90 planes are landing at Beirut Airport daily, with occupancy rates exceeding 96%," the National News Agency quoted Abboud as saying. "The Middle East Airlines and other companies are adding additional flights for various destinations to meet the high demand."
Abboud explained that bookings for July and August are still on the rise, highlighting that June witnessed remarkable results with more than 420,000 arrivals during the month.
He also pointed out that Arab tourists, notably Jordanians, Iraqis and Egyptians, make up about 25% of the total arrivals, whereas the number of European tourists coming to Lebanon remains negligible.
