Constitutional Council Clears Way for General Amnesty Law, but Tightens Rules on Eligible Offenses
Lebanon’s Constitutional Council has rejected a challenge to the country’s general amnesty law, clearing the way for its implementation while imposing binding interpretations that define which offenses qualify for amnesty and which remain excluded.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
C-4 Explosives Seizure Puts Lebanon’s History of Political Assassinations Back in Focus
The seizure of a truck carrying hundreds of kilograms of explosives in Lebanon has revived concerns about a possible return of political assassinations, a dark chapter in the country’s recent history closely associated with attacks carried out using weapons beyond the State’s control.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Who Will Do Lebanon’s Job?
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has asked the U.S. to establish a binding timetable for the faltering Trilateral Framework, which calls for Hezbollah’s disarmament in return for Israel’s withdrawal. Beirut, however, treats deadlines as suggestions, repeatedly promising to dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure without delivering.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The Last Export Nobody May Want
A couple of weeks ago, the OECD released the PISA 2025 results. PISA assesses whether fifteen-year-olds can apply what they have learned in reading, mathematics, and science to solve problems. It offers a rare opportunity to ask a question Lebanon usually avoids: after years of schooling, what can students actually do?
Friday, October 2, 2026
Mohamed Salah Reveals First Photo of His Newborn Son, Lil
Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, captain of the Egyptian national team and Trabzonspor striker, has revealed for the first time a photo of his newborn son, Lil, in a family appearance that received wide interaction from his followers.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
Sagesse Reaches FIBA WASL FINAL 8 to Face Al Riyadi
Hekmeh Beirut secured a spot in the final of the West Asia Super League "WASL" Final 8 after defeating Kuwait SC 87-74 in the semifinals, setting up a purely Lebanese showdown with Al Riyadi Beirut for the title.
Saturday, October 3, 2026
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