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PoliticsIsrael Releases Four More Lebanese Detainees in Red Cross-Facilitated Handover
Israel has released four more Lebanese detainees in a handover facilitated by the Red Cross, following ongoing US-brokered talks between Beirut and Tel Aviv.
PoliticsIsrael Hand Over Four More Detainees to Lebanon via Red Cross Amid Renewed Diplomatic Push
The International Committee of the Red Cross has received four more detainees from Israeli troops for transfer to Lebanon following an earlier release, signaling a renewed diplomatic effort between the two nations.
PoliticsMiddle East Updates: Israel to Release Lebanese Detainees, EU Backs Iran Pressure, and Syria Destroys Chemical Weapons
Israel prepares to release Lebanese detainees amid ongoing diplomatic shifts, while the EU joins US pressure on Iran and Syria begins destroying chemical weapons.
PoliticsWhy a Sovereign Lebanon Is in the Long-Term Interest of Both Israel and Iran
Recognizing Lebanon's sovereignty is essential for lasting regional stability, as both Israel and Iran's current interventions hinder the nation's recovery and long-term peace.
PoliticsUS Mediates Release of Five Lebanese Detainees Amid Ongoing Israeli Raids and Border Tensions
The US has brokered a deal between Israel and Lebanon for the release of five detained Lebanese citizens, even as fresh Israeli raids and abductions occurred in a southern village.
Breaking NewsInside Occupied Southern Lebanon: Flattened Villages, Checkpoints, and the Daily Reality of War
A rare look inside Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon reveals systematic destruction of villages, displaced populations, and ongoing military strikes despite a formal ceasefire.
PoliticsIsrael Prepares to Release Five Lebanese Detainees in US-Brokered Initiative
Israel is reportedly set to release five Lebanese detainees in a humanitarian operation facilitated by ongoing US-brokered negotiations.
PoliticsNetherlands Pushes for UN Peacekeepers to Remain in Southern Lebanon Beyond December Deadline
The Netherlands is urging the international community to extend the UN peacekeeping mandate in southern Lebanon past December 31, citing critical stability concerns.
Breaking NewsSave the Children Report Reveals Seven Children Killed or Injured Daily in Lebanon Conflict
A report by Save the Children reveals that an average of seven children are killed or injured every day in Lebanon amid ongoing conflict and severe infrastructure destruction.
PoliticsCould Europe Step In as the UN Peacekeeping Mandate in Southern Lebanon Winds Down?
With the UN peacekeeping mandate in southern Lebanon ending by late 2026, discussions are underway regarding a potential European Union mission to train and support the Lebanese military.
PoliticsLebanon Warns Iran to Respect State Sovereignty Amid Growing Tensions Over Hezbollah
Lebanon's Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi told his Iranian counterpart that international relations must be conducted through state institutions rather than internal factions, amid escalating tensions over Hezbollah.
CultureCrafting Resilience: How Nada Ghazal Tells Lebanon's Story Through Fine Jewellery
Lebanese jeweller Nada Ghazal translates the resilience, grief, and joy of her homeland into profound, storytelling-driven fine jewellery collections.
EconomyUAE and Lebanon Forge Closer Economic Ties with Revival of Joint Business Council
The UAE and Lebanon have revived a joint business council to boost bilateral trade and investment, marking a significant step in the restoration of economic ties between the two countries.
PoliticsLebanon Faces Rising Risks as Israel and Turkey Clash for Regional Dominance in the Levant
As Israel and Turkey vie for influence across the Levant, Lebanon finds itself caught in a dangerous regional power struggle that threatens its domestic stability and security.
EconomyUAE Business Delegation Visits Lebanon to Establish New Council and Secure Investments
A high-level UAE delegation visited Lebanon to establish a new business council and explore investment opportunities, signaling a thaw in bilateral relations.
Breaking NewsIsraeli Military Actions Persist in Southern Syria and Lebanon Despite US-Brokered Diplomatic Efforts
Despite US-backed diplomatic efforts, Israel continues military strikes and ground incursions in southern Syria and southern Lebanon, raising regional tensions.
Breaking NewsQatar Prime Minister Heads to Tehran for De-escalation Talks Amid Rising US-Iran Tensions
Qatar's PM visits Tehran to push for de-escalation as regional tensions rise following new US economic campaigns, sanctions, and warnings regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Breaking NewsIsraeli Military Actions Persist in Syria and Lebanon Amid US Diplomatic Efforts
Israeli forces continue military strikes, raids, and demolitions in both southern Syria and southern Lebanon despite ongoing diplomatic push by the United States to secure a cessation of hostilities.
PoliticsShared Destinies: How Iraq and Lebanon Face a Crucial Turning Point Against Corruption and Sectarianism
Iraq and Lebanon share deep-rooted struggles with corruption, sectarianism, and mismanagement, and now face a critical juncture under regional and international pressure to reform.
PoliticsIran's Envoy to Lebanon Secures Six-Month Residency Despite Persona Non Grata Status
Iran's ambassador-designate to Lebanon, Mohammad Reza Sheibani, has been granted a six-month residency permit as a regular resident despite previously being declared persona non grata.
MiscellaneousTragic UK Drowning Victims to Find Final Resting Place in Lebanese Refugee Camp
A Palestinian family who drowned off the coast of England will be buried in a refugee camp in Lebanon, as relatives mourn the tragedy and care for the surviving children.
MiscellaneousPopular Lebanese TikTok Influencer 'Dr Food' Arrested Following Major Drug Smuggling Investigation
Lebanese TikTok influencer Georges Dib, known as Dr Food, has been arrested in northern Lebanon following a month-long surveillance operation linked to an ongoing drug smuggling investigation.
PoliticsLebanese President Joseph Aoun Discusses Peacekeeping Future with Italian Leaders in Rome
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun concluded his visit to Rome by meeting with Italian leaders to discuss the future of peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon and ongoing international negotiations.
EconomyWorld Bank Warns Lebanon's Economy Faces 6.4 Percent Contraction in 2026 Amid Renewed Conflict
The World Bank projects Lebanon's GDP will contract by 6.4 per cent in 2026 due to the ongoing Israel -Hezbollah war, severely reversing a brief economic recovery.