Source: Agencies
Security & Justice
Lebanon Recovers $6.5 Million after Uncovering Port Fee Evasion
Lebanon’s State Security agency said it uncovered maritime companies that had evaded fees owed to the Port of Beirut, resulting in the recovery of $6.5 million for the State treasury.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
European Aviation Agency Extends Warning Over Lebanese Airspace
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has extended its warning over Lebanese airspace until Nov. 16, 2026, maintaining the existing risk level and recommendations amid continued regional tensions.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Opinion
Hezbollah’s Surrender of Ali Al Taher Has Cost It Legitimacy in Lebanon
On September 4, Israel announced that it had gained effective control of Ali Al Taher ridge, which overlooks the southern Lebanese town of Nabatiyeh. This came as a surprise, since many observers had expected a major battle for control of the heights, which housed an extensive tunnel network and allegedly an operational command centre for Hezbollah.
Monday, September 21, 2026
Countering Hezbollah’s Reconstruction Politics and the Council for South Lebanon
In recent weeks, U.S. policy toward Lebanon has been narrowly focused on the process of disarming Iran-backed Hezbollah, as called for in the June trilateral framework agreement. Less attention has been paid to postwar reconstruction, another critical element of the agreement. Early indications suggest that Beirut’s current approach to this undertaking could wind up strengthening rather than marginalizing Hezbollah, since the government is apparently relying on the Council for South Lebanon (CSL)—an institution closely associated with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, the head of the Amal Party and Hezbollah’s chief political ally—to manage much of the process.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Sports
FIFA Chief to Receive Lebanese Citizenship
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun informed FIFA President Gianni Infantino of his approval to grant him Lebanese citizenship on Tuesday, the head of the Lebanese Football Association told AFP.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Portugal beats Spain to win Nations League
Portugal defeated Spain in penalty kicks 5- 3 to win the UEFA Nations League final late on Sunday after both sides failed to score in extra time following a showdown that ended 2-2.
Monday, June 9, 2025
Friday 2 October 2026 19:48:46
Trump: We Don't Know Who to Deal With in Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States "does not know who to deal with" in Iran.
Trump made his latest remarks about the conflict while speaking at a truck manufacturing plant in Denton, Texas, on Thursday, before heading to a campaign rally in Durant, Oklahoma.
He said that the United States is "trying to be nice" to the current Iranian leader, without mentioning Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, while "seeking to find someone to negotiate with."
He explained: "Their leaders have mostly left. That was one of our problems, to be honest, we do not know who we should be dealing with."
Trump continued: "We are trying to be nice to the current person, but we have to deal with someone at some point. So we are doing very well."
Trump also expressed confidence in the outcome of the war, expecting "a quick solution to it."
He added: "We will win very easily," indicating his belief that victory will be achieved "right after the midterm elections (next November), or perhaps before them."
The U.S. President stated: "Their currency is worthless. They have no money. And they have no navy; all of their 159 ships are now beautifully resting at the bottom of the sea."
Trump concluded by saying: "They have some missiles, but we can handle it. There are only a few left, and their manufacturing capabilities have completely stopped."
The United States continues to mobilize more military capabilities in the region, with signs of stalled negotiations with Iran that intermediaries are trying to revive.
