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Security & Justice
State Action Signals Change in Tackling Longstanding Illegal Land Grabs in Jbeil District
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Mawlawi Ensures Strict Monitoring for Wanted Syrian Regime Figures at Beirut Airport
Caretaker Minister of Interior, Bassam Mawlawi, conducted an inspection tour of Rafic Hariri International Airport in Beirut to review the security arrangements and measures implemented by the Airport Security Apparatus ahead of the holiday season.
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Opinion
Lebanon After the Assads
The United States has important equities in Lebanon, including a desire for a generally friendly government’s economic and political stability; security cooperation; long-standing relations with the large Christian community in Lebanon and Lebanese diaspora in the United States; and ultimately peace between Israel and Lebanon within a broader regional settlement. Achieving these objectives will require navigating a tumultuous period in the country’s history following a war between Hezbollah and Israel that has devastated a large part of the country, exacerbating Lebanon’s already challenging economic conditions. But perhaps the most important dynamic will be how a likely Sunni-dominated state of uncertain composition in Syria will differ in its intentions toward Lebanon from the previous Alawite-led minoritarian Assad regime.
Thursday, December 19, 2024
Europe’s Syrian Dilemma
The news of the sudden and unexpected demise of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria has met a mixed response in Europe. The jubilation that a murderous dictator and close ally of Russia and Iran has fallen is not just good for the Syrian people but serves as a morale booster for Eastern Europeans wondering whether Russia can be defeated
Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Sports
Cristiano Ronaldo Unveils New Private Jet Worth $73 Million
Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the richest global athletes, has unveiled his upgraded private jet reportedly worth $73 million. With its top-notch design, exceptional speed and range of 7500 nautical miles, the Gulfstream G650 is among the fastest jets in the world.
Monday, December 16, 2024
Guardiola Accepts Man City May Need to Sign More Players to Cope with Schedule
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes he will need a bigger squad to handle soccer’s ever-expanding fixture schedule.
Saturday, December 14, 2024
Friday 2 February 2024 13:19:03
Kataeb Party Participates in EPP Brussels Meeting
The Kataeb Foreign Affairs Department participated in the Political Assembly (PA) of the European People's Party (EPP), a partner of the Lebanese Kataeb Party since 2016, at the European Parliament in Brussels.
The PA included a special session for non-EU parties to present an overview of their countries' situations and articulate their views on the European policy towards them.
During the session, Head of Kataeb’s Foreign Affairs Department Marwan Abdallah delivered a speech focusing on three key points, highlighting priorities for resolving the crisis in Lebanon.
The first point focused on addressing the issue of Iranian influence exerted on Lebanon through Hezbollah and its control over Lebanese decision-making, dragging the country into regional conflicts.
It highlighted the need to support Lebanon’s neutrality from the regional conflicts through diplomatic channels and international pressure on Iran and Hezbollah.
Secondly, supporting the initiation of the political process in Lebanon, by pressuring the parties obstructing the democratic process of electing a new President of the Republic. This entails restoring Public Institutions with the support of the EU to reach a road map for the state rebuilding, which marks the beginning of re-establishing rule of law.
Thirdly, assisting Lebanon in reaching a solution to the Syrian refugees issue, while concurrently striving to facilitate their safe return to their homeland. This involves supporting the Lebanese economy alongside efforts to address the refugee crisis.
The Kataeb Party also participated in side meetings with several parties, including the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) of Germany and the "Forza Italia" party.
Additionally, there were discussions with members of various parties, focusing on the necessity of standing by Lebanon and providing support.
During the visit, Kataeb Belgium Chapter organized a dinner attended by Kataeb Political Bureau Member Ghassan Abou Jaoudeh as well as Head of Kataeb Foreign Affairs Department Marwan Abdallah; where the attendees discussed the recent developments in Lebanon and the importance of the role of the Lebanese diaspora.
