Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Violence Erupts in Southern Lebanon as Israeli Forces Clash with Protesters Over Delayed Withdrawal
At least three people were killed and around 30 others injured on Sunday when Israeli forces opened fire on protesters in southern Lebanon, local media reported. The demonstrators were protesting Israel’s failure to withdraw its troops from the region by the 60-day deadline stipulated in the ceasefire agreement that ended the recent war between Israel and Hezbollah.
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Israel’s Moves on Strategic Hill Spark Fears of Expanded Border Presence
Israeli forces have begun fortifying Al-Oweida hill, a strategic high ground in southern Lebanon as the ceasefire deadline requiring Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanese territories has expired, several military and field sources told Asharq Al-Awsat.
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Opinion
Saudi Arabia’s Joy Awards: How the Kingdom Is Competing with Hollywood
In just a few years, Saudi Arabia has achieved what Hollywood – a global symbol of entertainment for decades – has not even thought of: creating a platform that redefines the boundaries of art, culture, and global influence. A clear example of this unfolded at Saturday’s Joy Awards in Riyadh, where international crooner Michael Buble performed alongside legendary Lebanese singer Wael Kfoury. This set was followed by opera icon Andrea Bocelli taking the stage with Saudi Arabia’s own musical treasure, Mohammed Abdo.
Monday, January 20, 2025
What Lebanon's Shifting Political Landscape Means for Hezbollah
Lebanon elected General Joseph Aoun, the head of the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), as president earlier this month, ending a more than two-year presidential vacuum.
Monday, January 20, 2025
Sports
Haaland Signs New Man City Deal Until 2034
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland has signed a new long-term deal with the club that will keep him at the Etihad until 2034.
Friday, January 17, 2025
Naomi Osaka Advances at the Australian Open, Returning to the Third Round
Naomi Osaka thought for a few moments after losing a lopsided first set Wednesday, and it gave her the perspective she needed to turn things around and reach the third round of a Grand Slam tournament for the first time since 2022.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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Lebanon Army Accuses Israel of ‘Procrastination’ in Ceasefire Withdrawal
The Lebanese army on Saturday said it was ready to deploy its forces in the country’s south, accusing Israel of “procrastination” in its withdrawal under a 60-day ceasefire deal with a Sunday deadline.
“There has been a delay at a number of stages as a result of the procrastination in the withdrawal from the Israeli enemy’s side,” the army said in a statement, confirming it was “ready to continue its deployment as soon as the Israeli enemy withdraws.”
