Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
From Walkie-Talkies to Pagers: Mossad’s 10-Year Operation Against Hezbollah
On September 17, after nearly a year of escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, Israel’s spy agency Mossad executed one of the most intricate and impactful operations in counterintelligence: the "pager plot." This operation targeted Lebanon’s Hezbollah group, resulting in thousands of injuries among its operatives and leaving a lasting geopolitical ripple effect. In an exclusive interview with CBS News’ 60 Minutes, two recently retired Mossad agents, identified only as Michael and Gabriel, shared insights into this operation.
Monday, December 23, 2024
Lebanese Army Takes Control of Another Palestinian Faction Site in Bekaa
As part of its intensified operations to enforce security and implement United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701, a unit of the Lebanese Army, along with a patrol from the Directorate of Intelligence, took control of a site belonging to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine in the town of Kfarzabad on Sunday, LBCI reported.f
Sunday, December 22, 2024
Opinion
Strong Rebound on Markets for Lebanon Eurobonds
TRADERS IN THE LOCAL MARKET HAVE CONFIRMED THAT THE LEBANESE POUND IS GAINING GROUND ON THE DEMAND CURVE AS LEBANON EUROBONDS ARE WITNESSING A GROWTH CURVE
Thursday, December 19, 2024
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
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
Wednesday 25 September 2024 15:56:16
Lebanon's Central Bank Orders Exceptional Three-Month Payment to Ease Financial Strain
In response to the ongoing crisis in Lebanon, the Central Bank of Lebanon has taken a significant step to alleviate financial pressures on certain beneficiaries.
Following a meeting held on Wednesday, the Central Council of the Central Bank issued a directive requiring banks to make an exceptional, one-time payment to beneficiaries of Circulars No. 158 and 166.
According to the Central Bank's announcement, banks are to disburse an amount equivalent to three monthly installments at the beginning of October 2024.
This move aims to provide immediate financial relief to depositors affected by the country’s severe financial and economic challenges.
The payment will benefit individuals who have been struggling with limited access to their funds due to strict banking controls implemented due to Lebanon’s economic collapse.
