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Security & Justice
Beirut Port Blast Probe Nears Indictment as Bitar Prepares to Wrap Up Investigation
The investigation into Lebanon’s devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion has entered what could be its most consequential phase, with investigating judge Tarek Bitar expected to issue his indictment within weeks after nearly six years of political and legal battles.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Lebanon Judiciary Faces Legal Test Over Implementation of General Amnesty Law
Lebanon’s judiciary has begun preparing to implement a new general amnesty law even as a challenge to the legislation remains before the Constitutional Council, setting the stage for a potentially complex legal process involving thousands of prisoners and detainees.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Opinion
Hezbollah’s Surrender of Ali Al Taher Has Cost It Legitimacy in Lebanon
On September 4, Israel announced that it had gained effective control of Ali Al Taher ridge, which overlooks the southern Lebanese town of Nabatiyeh. This came as a surprise, since many observers had expected a major battle for control of the heights, which housed an extensive tunnel network and allegedly an operational command centre for Hezbollah.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Countering Hezbollah’s Reconstruction Politics and the Council for South Lebanon
In recent weeks, U.S. policy toward Lebanon has been narrowly focused on the process of disarming Iran-backed Hezbollah, as called for in the June trilateral framework agreement. Less attention has been paid to postwar reconstruction, another critical element of the agreement. Early indications suggest that Beirut’s current approach to this undertaking could wind up strengthening rather than marginalizing Hezbollah, since the government is apparently relying on the Council for South Lebanon (CSL)—an institution closely associated with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, the head of the Amal Party and Hezbollah’s chief political ally—to manage much of the process.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Sports
Sagesse Reaches FIBA WASL FINAL 8 to Face Al Riyadi
Hekmeh Beirut secured a spot in the final of the West Asia Super League "WASL" Final 8 after defeating Kuwait SC 87-74 in the semifinals, setting up a purely Lebanese showdown with Al Riyadi Beirut for the title.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
FIFA Not 'Selling Football', Will Proceed with Consultation Process Over Stake Sale
FIFA said on Friday it would push ahead with consultations on a plan to bring private investment into the World Cup despite European football threatening a boycott and other regional confederations rebuking the global soccer body's plans.
Friday, July 31, 2026
Monday 8 May 2023 13:46:57
Corm Warns Against Real Danger to the Telecommunications Sector
Caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, met with the Minister of Telecommunications in the caretaker government, Johnny Corm, along with the Director-General of Ogero, Imad Kreidieh, and the Director-General of Investment and Maintenance at the Ministry of Telecommunications, Bassel Al-Ayoubi.
After the meeting, Corm warned against a real danger to the telecommunications sector, stating that they need resources to manage it.
They plan to consult with the Minister of Finance, Youssef Khalil, on the measures that can be taken to solve this problem.
The ministry has not received any funds for maintenance since the beginning of the year, except for salaries.
