Source: Asharq Al-Awsat
Security & Justice
Lebanese Army Seizes Control of Another Palestinian Faction Military Position
The Lebanese Army has taken control of the Qusayya-Zahle military position, which had been under the control of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine – General Command.
Monday, December 23, 2024
Israeli Military Raises Flag in Naqoura, Continues Destruction in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military has raised its flag on a hill in the Iskandarouna area, located 16 kilometers south of Tyre, within the town of Naqoura, local media reported on Monday.
Monday, December 23, 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
Thursday 19 October 2023 13:43:10
Saudi Crown Prince: Targeting Civilians in Gaza Is a Heinous Crime
Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, has said that targeting civilians in Gaza is a heinous crime and a brutal assault.
The Crown Prince received a telephone call Wednesday from Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
During the call, they discussed the ongoing military escalation in Gaza.
The Crown Prince emphasized that the Kingdom considers targeting civilians in Gaza as a heinous crime and a brutal assault, stressing the necessity of providing protection to them.
Moreover, the Crown Prince emphasized the importance of enhancing efforts to halt military operations and de-escalate the situation to avoid its serious implications on regional and global security, peace, and stability.
He also received a telephone call Wednesday from Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
The Crown Prince emphasized the need to make all possible efforts to reduce the pace of escalation in Gaza and ensure that violence does not expand.
He also pointed out to the importance of creating circumstances for the return of stability and restoring the path of peace to ensure that the Palestinian people obtain their legitimate rights.
