Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
Lebanon Debates Legal Path for Army Searches of Homes in Southern Weapons Sweep
A growing debate is unfolding in Lebanon over the legal authority of the Lebanese Army to search homes suspected of concealing weapons or serving as entrances to Hezbollah's underground tunnel network in southern Lebanon, as the country prepares to implement the first phase of a U.S.-backed security framework aimed at restoring exclusive State control over arms.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Private Security Contractors Emerge as Option to Monitor Lebanon-Israel Framework
The possibility of deploying private security contractors to verify compliance with the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement has emerged as one of several options under discussion in Washington, highlighting the unresolved challenge of monitoring any future Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Opinion
Hizballah’s Deep State: The Real Challenge of Disarmament in Lebanon
In June, the United States signed two documents bearing on Lebanon: a memorandum of understanding with Iran, and a Trilateral Framework Agreement with Israel and Lebanon. Both included a cease-fire commitment between Israel and Lebanon, but the first emboldened the Iranian regime, while the second empowered the Lebanese state. Only one of these initiatives can prevail. The chances of Lebanon’s sovereignty triumphing over Iranian hegemony have increased with the signing of the June 26 framework agreement; however, the Lebanese state has a long fight ahead, and the Trump administration needs to help.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
As Its Support in Lebanon Wanes, Hezbollah Faces a Difficult Decision About Its Future
Hamas announced this month it would dissolve its government in Gaza to transfer control to a US-backed Palestinian committee. This was one of the mandates of the US-brokered peace deal between Israel and Hamas last year.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Sports
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
Alcaraz Wins Roland Garros, Completing Historic Comeback from Two Sets Down
Carlos Alcaraz mounted an extraordinary comeback to win the men’s final at Roland Garros on Sunday, defeating world No. 1 Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2).
Monday, June 9, 2025
Thursday 8 September 2022 10:50:27
Gemayel: Officials Encroach Upon Courts, Political Involvement and Dishonesty Has Gone Too Far
Kataeb lawmaker Nadim Gemayel said on Thursday that political involvement and dishonesty in dealing with judges in the case of the Beirut blast had gone too far.
“Those who took the pledge to respect the Constitution and institutions are now encroaching upon the courts. Here they are today, on their way to destroying the State and institutions thereof!” Gemayel tweeted.
التدخلات السياسية والهرطقات في التعاطي مع القضاة فيما يتعلق بجريمة مرفأ بيروت زادت عن حدها!
— Nadim Gemayel (@nadimgemayel) September 8, 2022
ها هم اليوم ازلام الذي ادّعى القسم على احترام الدستور والمؤسسات، يتطاولون على القضاء…
ها هم اليوم سائرون على خطى تدمير الدولة ومؤسساتها!
