15,000 Foreign Mercenaries and ISIS Resurgence Heighten Tensions Along Lebanon–Syria Border
As Lebanon grapples with the politically sensitive issue of enforcing exclusive State control over weapons, security authorities are also confronting a renewed threat from extremist groups along the Lebanese-Syrian border.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Lebanon Worried about Possible Security Unrest Along Syria Border
Tensions have been high along the Lebanese-Syrian border amid reports of forces being amassed in both countries.
Monday, August 18, 2025
Hezbollah’s Margin Is Tightening
The decision of the Lebanese government on August 6 to officially endorse the state’s monopoly over weapons was an important milestone. Yet it was also incomplete, because it didn’t really address a dimension that has been largely overlooked in public statements, namely that, today, Hezbollah’s weapons are effectively controlled by Iran.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Lebanese State and Hezbollah Face Their Most Difficult Hour
Can Lebanon become a normal state again, one that makes decisions through state institutions and that respects its commitments in line with international laws? Can Hezbollah acknowledge that the “Axis of Resistance” is no more, and that it has no choice but to return to Lebanon and close the chapter of the “regional player?” Can the party agree to a lesser role for Lebanon if Iran agrees to a lesser role in the region in recognition of the new balance of power?
Tuesday, August 5, 2025
Man City's 115 Charges Outcome 'in a Month' - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club expects to learn the outcome of the hearing into its 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month".
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Marcelo, Ex-Real Madrid and Brazil Captain, Retires from Football
Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football, bringing the curtain down on a trophy-laden career that included five UEFA Champions League triumphs.
Friday, February 7, 2025