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
Gemayel: Amnesty Must Redress Injustice, Not Shield Serious Offenders
Lebanon’s parliament postponed debate on a controversial general amnesty bill after lawmakers raised concerns that its final wording could extend relief to people convicted of serious crimes, including child rape, according to Kataeb Party leader MP Samy Gemayel.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Lebanon Abolishes Death Penalty, Replacing Existing Sentences With Life Terms
Lebanon’s parliament on Tuesday approved legislation abolishing the death penalty, replacing all existing death sentences with life imprisonment in a move hailed by officials and international rights bodies as a historic step.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Opinion
Why Syrian Intervention in Lebanon Would Be a Disaster
US President Donald Trump has bluntly signaled, several times, that he would encourage a military intervention in Lebanon by the forces of Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa. His logic seems to be that in the same way Al-Sharaa’s forces succeeded in toppling Bashar Assad and his regime in Syria, who had support from Hezbollah fighters, they could also defeat Hezbollah in Lebanon. However, any Syrian intervention in Lebanon would be disastrous, with an even worse outcome than the decades-long military occupation by the former Assad regime.
Friday, July 31, 2026
Lebanon and the Arab Region... Facing Serious Challenges
Most Lebanese hope to escape their difficult circumstances, and they can hardly be blamed for that. They have every right to build on any glimmer of hope and to wager on any opportunity, however risky.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Sports
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
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.
