Inside Lebanon's Crackdown on the Billion-Dollar Captagon Network
Lebanon's campaign against organized crime in the eastern Baalbek-Hermel region has evolved far beyond a series of routine security raids, with authorities now pursuing a strategy aimed at dismantling the financial and logistical foundations of the country's Captagon trade, according to information obtained by Annahar.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
U.S. to Provide Lebanese Army With Intelligence on Hezbollah Weapons Sites Under New Disarmament Plan
The sources said the proposed arrangement resembles a model used by Washington in Syria, where U.S. authorities provide intelligence on suspected weapons storage sites, tunnel networks or arms shipments believed to be linked to Hezbollah, while local forces carry out operations on the ground.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Hizballah’s Deep State: The Real Challenge of Disarmament in Lebanon
In June, the United States signed two documents bearing on Lebanon: a memorandum of understanding with Iran, and a Trilateral Framework Agreement with Israel and Lebanon. Both included a cease-fire commitment between Israel and Lebanon, but the first emboldened the Iranian regime, while the second empowered the Lebanese state. Only one of these initiatives can prevail. The chances of Lebanon’s sovereignty triumphing over Iranian hegemony have increased with the signing of the June 26 framework agreement; however, the Lebanese state has a long fight ahead, and the Trump administration needs to help.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
As Its Support in Lebanon Wanes, Hezbollah Faces a Difficult Decision About Its Future
Hamas announced this month it would dissolve its government in Gaza to transfer control to a US-backed Palestinian committee. This was one of the mandates of the US-brokered peace deal between Israel and Hamas last year.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
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
Alcaraz Wins Roland Garros, Completing Historic Comeback from Two Sets Down
Carlos Alcaraz mounted an extraordinary comeback to win the men’s final at Roland Garros on Sunday, defeating world No. 1 Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (2).
Monday, June 9, 2025