U.S. Treasury Targets Financial Networks in New Sanctions Action Against Hezbollah
The U.S. Treasury Department on Thursday imposed sanctions on individuals and companies it accused of helping move Iranian funds to Hezbollah through Lebanon, targeting what Washington described as a key financial channel supporting the Lebanese militant group.
Friday, September 11, 2026
Israel Blows Up Hezbollah Tunnel Network Under Ali al-Taher Ridge
Israel blew up a major Hezbollah tunnel network beneath the strategic Ali al-Taher Ridge in southern Lebanon on Thursday, using more than 1,100 tons of explosives in a demolition that triggered a 4.1-magnitude earthquake.
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Iraq and Lebanon Must Rise Together or Fall One Last Time
If there are two countries in the Middle East that are similarly entangled in the same problems and promises, they would be without a doubt Iraq and Lebanon.
Monday, August 31, 2026
Lebanon Must Get Ready as Israel and Turkey Battle for Influence in the Levant
Last week, Israeli aircraft bombed the Abu Al Duhur air base in Syria. The Israelis initially failed to admit responsibility for the attack, but to a number of observers it was very reminiscent of the attacks in April last year against the Hama and T4 air bases. At the time, these were interpreted as an Israeli effort to prevent the Turkish military from using the bases, amid the rising regional rivalry between Israel and Turkey.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
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