Source: CNN International
Security & Justice
Justice Minister Rejects Political Meddling in Judicial Appointments, Backs Gemayel’s Vision for Lebanon
Justice Minister Adel Nassar reaffirmed that judicial independence remains a core priority of his tenure, emphasizing the need to shield the judiciary from political interference and external pressures.
Monday, March 3, 2025
Minister Nassar Meets Canadian Ambassador, Praises Unconditional Support for Lebanon
Justice Minister Adel Nassar met with Canada’s Ambassador to Lebanon, Stéphanie McCollum, on Monday in a courtesy visit to congratulate Nassar on his recent appointment.
Monday, March 3, 2025
Opinion
‘Rescue, Reform and Rebuild’: Can Lebanon’s New Govt Save the Economy?
With a new president and a fresh cabinet, Lebanon stands at a pivotal moment. Can this government reverse economic collapse and restore trust?
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Is Hezbollah Sincere in Ceding ‘Resistance’ to Lebanon’s Government?
Thousands gathered in Beirut on Sunday to mourn Hezbollah’s founding leader, Hassan Nasrallah, as his body was finally laid to rest nearly five months after his killing. The elaborate funeral, held under the watchful eye of Israeli fighter jets overhead, served as a stark reminder of the Iran-backed group’s ongoing conflict with Israel.
Thursday, February 27, 2025
Sports
First Place on the Line in Madrid Derby as Real and Atletico Squabble Over Refereeing
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid meet in their second derby of the season with the Liga lead on the line and the focus on refereeing. Real Madrid has spent the days ahead of Saturday’s match complaining of mistakes against the club.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Zhou Guanyu Joins Ferrari as a Reserve Driver for 2025 F1 Season
The first Chinese driver in Formula 1, Zhou Guanyu, is heading back to Ferrari as one of its reserve drivers for the 2025 season.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Thursday 17 October 2019 16:20:22
Saudi Bus Crash Kills 35 Foreigners in Holy City of Medina
A bus crash in the Saudi city of Medina killed 35 foreigners and wounded four others on Wednesday evening, a police spokesman cited by the state-run Saudi Press Agency (SPA) said.
The privately chartered bus collided with a heavy vehicle, the Medina police spokesman said. The victims were Arab and Asian expatriates, he added.
The Prophet Mohammed's mosque is in Medina, making it the second-holiest site in Islam after Mecca.
The injured have been transferred to al-Hamna Hospital and authorities are investigating the cause of the collision, according to SPA.
