Former Minister Appears Before Beirut Port Blast Judge, Contests Jurisdiction
Former Minister Nouhad Machnouk appeared Thursday before Judge Tarek Bitar, the lead investigator in the Beirut port explosion case. His attendance marked another significant development in the probe into the massive 2020 blast that killed more than 200 people and injured thousands in the Lebanese capital.
Thursday, April 17, 2025
Lebanese Army Arrests Suspects in Rocket Attacks on Israel
The Lebanese Army announced Wednesday that it had arrested several individuals involved in two recent rocket attacks launched from southern Lebanon into northern Israel, identifying the suspects as both Lebanese and Palestinian nationals.
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
US Demands to Disarm Hezbollah Have Made Lebanon Uneasy But It Must Act Now
Last weekend, the US deputy special envoy, Morgan Ortagus, visited Beirut, her second trip since Joseph Aoun was elected Lebanon's President. While the first visit was aimed at opening channels to Mr Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, the latest had a harder edge: Ms Ortagus wants the Lebanese to set a timetable for Hezbollah’s disarmament and establish committees to resolve unresolved matters with Israel.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
A Roadmap for Post-Conflict Economic Recovery in the Middle East
Rebuilding economies after conflict is a daunting challenge, especially in the Middle East, where decades of war have left lasting scars on economic structures and societies. Amid a shifting political landscape, a critical window of opportunity has emerged to support post-conflict recovery. International financial assistance will be crucial, yet the key question remains: how can reconstruction efforts and implementing policies deliver sustained economic performance and improve people’s lives? The high cost of inaction not only increases the risk of reverting to instability but also erodes the confidence of both international and regional stakeholders. Genuine recovery requires more than short-term financial injections; it demands a comprehensive approach that focuses on rebuilding institutions, implementing long-term reforms and fostering economic resilience.
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
First Place on the Line in Madrid Derby as Real and Atletico Squabble Over Refereeing
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid meet in their second derby of the season with the Liga lead on the line and the focus on refereeing. Real Madrid has spent the days ahead of Saturday’s match complaining of mistakes against the club.
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Zhou Guanyu Joins Ferrari as a Reserve Driver for 2025 F1 Season
The first Chinese driver in Formula 1, Zhou Guanyu, is heading back to Ferrari as one of its reserve drivers for the 2025 season.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025