Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Justice Minister Vows Full Support for Jordan’s Probe Into Foiled Terror Plot
Lebanon’s Justice Minister Adel Nassar has pledged full cooperation with Jordan in its investigation into a foiled plot to attack the kingdom, reaffirming Beirut’s commitment to supporting Amman’s counterterrorism efforts and bolstering regional security.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Lebanon Says One Dead in Israeli Strike in South
Lebanon's health ministry said an Israeli strike in south Lebanon on Wednesday killed one person, a day after a similar raid killed two despite a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Opinion
US Demands to Disarm Hezbollah Have Made Lebanon Uneasy But It Must Act Now
Last weekend, the US deputy special envoy, Morgan Ortagus, visited Beirut, her second trip since Joseph Aoun was elected Lebanon's President. While the first visit was aimed at opening channels to Mr Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, the latest had a harder edge: Ms Ortagus wants the Lebanese to set a timetable for Hezbollah’s disarmament and establish committees to resolve unresolved matters with Israel.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
A Roadmap for Post-Conflict Economic Recovery in the Middle East
Rebuilding economies after conflict is a daunting challenge, especially in the Middle East, where decades of war have left lasting scars on economic structures and societies. Amid a shifting political landscape, a critical window of opportunity has emerged to support post-conflict recovery. International financial assistance will be crucial, yet the key question remains: how can reconstruction efforts and implementing policies deliver sustained economic performance and improve people’s lives? The high cost of inaction not only increases the risk of reverting to instability but also erodes the confidence of both international and regional stakeholders. Genuine recovery requires more than short-term financial injections; it demands a comprehensive approach that focuses on rebuilding institutions, implementing long-term reforms and fostering economic resilience.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Sports
First Place on the Line in Madrid Derby as Real and Atletico Squabble Over Refereeing
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid meet in their second derby of the season with the Liga lead on the line and the focus on refereeing. Real Madrid has spent the days ahead of Saturday’s match complaining of mistakes against the club.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Zhou Guanyu Joins Ferrari as a Reserve Driver for 2025 F1 Season
The first Chinese driver in Formula 1, Zhou Guanyu, is heading back to Ferrari as one of its reserve drivers for the 2025 season.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Tuesday 11 June 2024 12:29:20
First Hong Kong Astronaut to Join China Space Programme
Hong Kong leader John Lee said Tuesday that China has selected the city's first astronaut to join the country's space programme.
"Hong Kong now has a payload specialist who can contribute to the national space program," Lee said, calling it "a glorious page in Hong Kong's history".
State news agency Xinhua also said that a candidate from neighbouring Macau had been selected for the first time.