Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Hezbollah Operative Targeted in Southern Lebanon Drone Strike
An Israeli drone strike targeted a vehicle in southern Lebanon on Monday, killing one person and wounding seven, Lebanese health authorities said.
Monday, November 3, 2025
Nassar Reaffirms Red Lines in Judicial Pact Talks with Syria
Justice Minister Adel Nassar said Beirut will not hand over individuals convicted of killing soldiers or civilians as part of a draft judicial cooperation agreement being negotiated with Syria, insisting that Lebanon’s “well-established principles” on the issue are non-negotiable.
Monday, November 3, 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
Wednesday 2 October 2024 13:50:45
Israel Declares UN Chief ‘Persona Non Grata’ Over Iran Attack Response
Israel on Wednesday declared UN chief Antonio Guterres “persona non grata,” banning him from entering the country for failing to condemn Iran’s missile attack on Israel.
“Anyone who cannot unequivocally condemn Iran’s heinous attack on Israel does not deserve to step foot on Israeli soil. This is an anti-Israel Secretary-General who lends support to terrorists, rapists, and murderers,” said Foreign Minister Israel Katz in a statement.
