Five people were injured in an Israeli drone strike targeting the southern Lebanese town of Majdal Selm on Wednesday, the Lebanese health ministry said.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
An Israeli military official has ruled out recommending the full transfer of control over southern Lebanon to the Lebanese army for now, citing concerns about its ability to assert authority. The remarks, reported by Yedioth Ahronoth, come as the Israeli military continues operations against Hezbollah infrastructure in the region.
Lebanon is an exhausted nation — but also cautiously optimistic. After a presidential vacuum of two years, the parliament elected armed forces commander Joseph Aoun as the country’s 14th President. President Aoun’s exceptional track record as a military leader during an extraordinary period in Lebanon’s history has won him the confidence of the international community and rallied the Lebanese people around him. His presidency, and the subsequent nomination of the reputable academic, diplomat and international judge Nawaf Salam as prime minister, has sparked hope that Lebanon might finally be on path to development and prosperity.
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Lebanon stands at a crossroads. The country faces an unprecedented series of compounded crises that have shaken its very foundation: a devastating economic collapse that has eroded the value of the Lebanese pound by over 95 percent, a crippling banking crisis that has locked depositors out of their savings, and the lingering effects of a destructive war with Israel. This “perfect storm” has plunged Lebanon into a profound social and economic crisis characterized by soaring poverty, unemployment, and the breakdown of essential services.
Friday, January 24, 2025
Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record 25th grand slam title has been cut short at the Australian Open after he stunningly retired from his semifinal match due to a left leg injury.
Kyle Walker is set to move from Manchester City to Milan after the two clubs agreed terms, sources have told ESPN.
Thursday, January 23, 2025