Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
Lebanon Eyes End of Captagon Era by 2026
Security officials in Lebanon say they are increasingly optimistic that 2026 could mark the downfall of the country’s vast narcotics network, a shadow economy born out of the civil war and sustained for decades by regional instability.
Friday, October 31, 2025
Lebanon and Syria Reach Security Agreement to Tighten Border Control and Combat Crime
Lebanon and Syria have agreed to deepen security coordination on shared borders, fighting organized crime, and curbing illegal migration. The understanding was reached during a high-level security meeting held in Beirut.
Friday, October 31, 2025
Opinion
Reviving Lebanon’s Economy
Lebanon’s economy has a rare opportunity for revival amidst compounded crises. Since 2019, the country has faced economic instability, limited state capacity, compromised sovereignty, and persistent regional tensions. The recent proposal by United States Special Envoy Tom Barrack reaffirmed the need to centralize all arms under state control, while renewing focus on border demarcations with Syria and Israel. The firm stance showed by several international donors — no aid without disarmament — underscores that true recovery hinges on addressing these security challenges directly.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Lebanon, Yemen and Iran after Gaza
The war in Gaza has ended but the same cannot be said of Israel’s other conflicts. Three fronts remain open. In Lebanon, a fragile truce holds, while sporadic exchanges of fire continue with Yemen’s Houthis. Meanwhile, Iran remains the major front, having been on alert since June following the 12-day war.
Friday, October 17, 2025
Sports
Man City's 115 Charges Outcome 'in a Month' - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club expects to learn the outcome of the hearing into its 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month".
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Marcelo, Ex-Real Madrid and Brazil Captain, Retires from Football
Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football, bringing the curtain down on a trophy-laden career that included five UEFA Champions League triumphs.
Friday, February 7, 2025
Monday 6 January 2025 16:26:34
French Envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian to Arrive in Beirut Tomorrow
According to Al Arabiya, French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian is set to arrive in Beirut tomorrow and will attend the presidential election session on Thursday.
