Source: Reuters
The audit had hit a roadblock last year when restructuring consultancy A&M withdrew in November saying it hadn't received the information it needed from the central bank.
Security & Justice
Nassar Says Seized Explosives Could Wipe Out an Entire Neighborhood, Calls for Judicial Council Referral
Justice Minister Adel Nassar warned that no one would be allowed to delay an investigation into the explosives seized in Dahr al-Baydar while they were being transported to Beirut’s southern suburbs, known as the Dahiyeh, saying the case raised serious security concerns amid escalating regional tensions.
Monday, October 12, 2026
Israel Weighs Possible Strikes in Lebanon After Deadly Blast Near Border
Israel is expected to launch airstrikes inside Lebanon in response to a deadly explosion near its northern border that killed one person and injured about 20 others, Al Hadath reported, citing sources.
Monday, October 12, 2026
Opinion
Who Will Do Lebanon’s Job?
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has asked the U.S. to establish a binding timetable for the faltering Trilateral Framework, which calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament in return for Israel’s withdrawal. Beirut, however, treats deadlines as suggestions, repeatedly promising to dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure without delivering.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Last Export Nobody May Want
A couple of weeks ago, the OECD released the PISA 2025 results. PISA assesses whether fifteen-year-olds can apply what they have learned in reading, mathematics, and science to solve problems. It offers a rare opportunity to ask a question Lebanon usually avoids: after years of schooling, what can students actually do?
Friday, October 2, 2026
Sports
Mohamed Salah Reveals First Photo of His Newborn Son, Lil
Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, captain of the Egyptian national team and Trabzonspor striker, has revealed for the first time a photo of his newborn son, Lil, in a family appearance that received wide interaction from his followers.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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
Tuesday 14 September 2021 11:03:59
Lebanon to Sign Contract for Central Bank Audit in Days
Lebanon's outgoing finance minister Ghazi Wazni said on Tuesday a contract for a forensic audit of the central bank would be signed in a few days by the new government with Alvarez & Marsal (A&M).
Prime Minister Najib Mikati put together a new cabinet on Friday alongside President Michel Aoun, naming Youssef Khalil as finance minister.