Beirut Port Blast: The Hidden Syria Connection Behind the Ammonium Nitrate
The ammonium nitrate that ended up in Warehouse No. 12 at the Port of Beirut in late 2013 may not have arrived there by accident, according to an investigation by Lebanese news outlet Asas Media that traces the shipment to the military supply networks used by the government of former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and its allies.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Lebanon Investigates Alleged Assad-Hezbollah Network as Probe Raises Fears of Wider Security Plot
Lebanese security investigators have uncovered an alleged cross-border network involving former members of Bashar al-Assad's regime, raising concerns about a broader security operation stretching from Syria into Lebanon.
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Only the Lebanese People Can Make Hezbollah Disarm
The impasse in Lebanon is about Hezbollah’s weapons, and for that there is no military solution, either by Israel or through the Lebanese Armed Forces. External support and external factors will always be important, but it is ultimately an internal matter among the Lebanese. The definitive test of the Lebanese political system is whether it can resolve this politically. The challenge is whether Hezbollah can to be convinced to give up its arms and connections with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, and voluntarily join the Taif agreement that ended the civil war in 1989. Otherwise, the peace talks with Israel will go nowhere and the scenarios for everyone in the region are too horrible to imagine.
Monday, August 24, 2026
Lebanon... the Suffering Continues
The majority of Lebanese citizens are experiencing severe economic hardship, with those displaced from the south being the most severely affected and facing deplorable conditions. Amidst these worsening circumstances, the Lebanese parliament has decided to increase the monthly salary of its members from 3,000 to 5,000 dollars.
Thursday, August 20, 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