Source: Al Arabiya
Security & Justice
Clashes Erupt Between Lebanese Army and Armed Syrians at Illegal Border Crossing
Clashes broke out on Friday between the Lebanese Army and armed Syrian individuals in the Maaraboun border area, following the military’s efforts to close an illegal crossing.
Friday, January 3, 2025
Security Tensions at Beirut Airport as Iranian Delegation Blocks Inspection of Mahan Air Flight
An Iranian delegation aboard an Iranian Air Mahan flight from Tehran, which had landed at Beirut's Rafic Hariri International Airport, attempted to prevent Lebanese security officials from inspecting the plane, as reported by the Lebanese newspaper An-Nahar on Thursday.
Friday, January 3, 2025
Opinion
US Treasury Hacked: Are China and the US Stepping Up their Cyberwar?
The United States Department of the Treasury on Monday blamed China for breaching its network and gaining access to information that includes unclassified documents.
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
The Spill-Over Effects for Lebanon of Assad’s Collapse
The Syrian conflict, which erupted in 2011, has profoundly impacted Lebanon, reshaping its political, economic, and social fabric. Sharing a porous border with Syria, Lebanon has faced challenges, including a massive refugee influx, heightened political polarization, economic devastation, and security threats. These issues underscore Lebanon’s precarious position as a small, multi-sectarian state caught in regional turmoil and geopolitical rivalries.
Tuesday, December 31, 2024
Sports
Paulo Fonseca Confirms He’s Been Fired by AC Milan with Sergio Conceicao Lined up to Replace Him
Paulo Fonseca has been fired by AC Milan, the coach confirmed in the early hours of Monday morning as he left the San Siro stadium following a 1-1 draw with Roma.
Monday, December 30, 2024
Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith Deal Helps Shape NBA Trade Market
The Los Angeles Lakers made their long-awaited splash on the trade market Sunday, sending D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.
Monday, December 30, 2024
Monday 10 October 2022 15:18:35
UAE President to Visit Russia
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, will go to Russia on Tuesday to meet with President Vladimir Putin, UAE state news agency WAM reported on Monday.
During his visit, Sheikh Mohamed will discuss with Putin “the friendly relations between the UAE and Russia along with a number of regional and international issues and developments of common interest,” WAM reported.
