Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Lebanon Moves Toward Resolving Palestinian Arms Issue in Refugee Camps
Lebanon is moving toward a comprehensive resolution of the issue of Palestinian weapons, building on recent success in disarming factions outside refugee camps and focusing next on arms within the camps. This shift follows decades of contention and recent decisive actions by the Lebanese state, signaling progress in restoring sovereignty and security across its territories.
Friday, January 17, 2025
Israeli Army Dismantles Hezbollah Tunnel and Weapons Facility Near UN Post in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military announced on Thursday the completion of an operation targeting Hezbollah’s infrastructure in southern Lebanon. The operation included the discovery and dismantling of a Hezbollah tunnel located in a civilian area, as well as a weapons storage facility near a United Nations post.
Friday, January 17, 2025
Opinion
Aoun May Be a Lever for Foreign Powers in Lebanon, But Right Now That’s No Bad Thing
The election of Joseph Aoun as Lebanese President was hardly a surprise. In recent months, the political situation in Lebanon and Syria has led major regional and international countries with an interest in Lebanon’s affairs to arrive at a consensus that what was needed was a head of state who reflected the new realities in the country.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
The Iran Nuclear Dilemma: Trump’s Second-Term Challenge
Donald Trump will be inaugurated as the 47th President of the United States on Monday, marking a historic return to the White House. His presidency begins amid significant domestic and international challenges, but one issue stands out as particularly pressing: Iran’s nuclear program.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Sports
World Number 219 Habib Puts Lebanon on the Map at Australian Open
Lebanese qualifier Hady Habib broke new ground for the strife-torn nation on Sunday as he beat China's Bu Yunchaokete 7-6(4) 6-4 7-6(6) to reach the second round of the Australian Open.
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Man City Agree £33.6 Million Deal for Lens Defender Khusanov
Manchester City have agreed a 40m euros (£33.6m) deal with Lens for central defender Abdukodir Khusanov.
Saturday, January 11, 2025
Friday 3 January 2025 12:34:30
German, French FM Tour Syria’s Notorious Saydnaya Prison
Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and top French diplomat Jean-Noel Barrot visited Syria’s Saydnaya prison on Friday, an emblem of abuses under deposed leader Bashar al-Assad, AFP journalists said.
The foreign ministers were in Syria to meet with the country’s new authorities, including leader Ahmed al-Sharaa, in the highest-level visit by major Western powers since Assad was ousted on December 8.