Source: Agence France Presse
Security & Justice
Israeli Military Expands Southern Lebanon Fire Zone, Signals Prolonged Presence
Israel is laying the groundwork for a prolonged military presence in southern Lebanon, preparing fortified positions and access roads while expanding its fire zone deeper into Lebanese territory, according to Israeli media and local sources in the south.
Monday, October 5, 2026
Beirut Port Blast Probe Nears Indictment as Bitar Prepares to Wrap Up Investigation
The investigation into Lebanon’s devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion has entered what could be its most consequential phase, with investigating judge Tarek Bitar expected to issue his indictment within weeks after nearly six years of political and legal battles.
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Opinion
Lebanon: Where the Axis of Resistance Breaks First
The war with Iran has not yet resolved the contest between Tehran and Washington, but it has already begun to reshape the Middle East — and nowhere more clearly in the United States’ favor as in Lebanon. It is in Lebanon that Iran’s ability to project power through its proxies has suffered its most significant strategic setback following the decimation of the centerpiece of the Axis of Resistance, Hizballah. It is in Lebanon that Washington and its partners have the immediate opening to make that loss permanent. And it is in Lebanon that the wider struggle unfolding in the region between US-aligned states and the Iranian militias that hold them hostage faces a defining test: whether Washington and its partners have the determination to convert Iran’s material losses into lasting strategic change.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
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
Sports
Sagesse Reaches FIBA WASL FINAL 8 to Face Al Riyadi
Hekmeh Beirut secured a spot in the final of the West Asia Super League "WASL" Final 8 after defeating Kuwait SC 87-74 in the semifinals, setting up a purely Lebanese showdown with Al Riyadi Beirut for the title.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
FIFA Not 'Selling Football', Will Proceed with Consultation Process Over Stake Sale
FIFA said on Friday it would push ahead with consultations on a plan to bring private investment into the World Cup despite European football threatening a boycott and other regional confederations rebuking the global soccer body's plans.
Friday, July 31, 2026
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VP Harris Announces $1.5 Billion More US Energy, Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine
US Vice President Kamala Harris announced on Saturday more than $1.5 billion in new aid for Ukraine, mainly for its energy sector and in humanitarian assistance, more than two years after Russia’s invasion.
Harris, who is attending a two-day peace summit in Switzerland’s luxury Burgenstock mountain resort, said the aid included $500 million in new funding for energy assistance and the redirecting of another previously announced $324 million towards emergency energy funding.