Bitar May Take New Measures Against Senior Officials in Beirut Port Blast Probe
Lebanon’s Beirut port blast investigation is entering a potentially decisive phase, with investigating Judge Tarek Bitar expected to revisit the status of senior politicians, security officials, military commanders and judges he previously questioned as suspects but against whom he has yet to take final judicial measures, a judicial source told Asharq Al-Awsat.
Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Lebanon Boosted Security in Nabatiyeh Over Reports of Iranian Advisers’ Presence
Lebanon has stepped up the deployment of its army and security forces in the southern city of Nabatiyeh amid reports that Iranian Revolutionary Guard advisers may be present there, according to Lebanese security sources, as Beirut seeks to prevent any military activity that could provide Israel with a pretext for further operations.
Monday, September 14, 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