Source: Reuters
Security & Justice
Lebanon Fears Israeli Ground Incursions from Syria into Eastern Region
Lebanese security officials have warned of increasing fears that Israel may attempt to infiltrate its eastern region from Syria, following recent military advances in the neighbouring country.
Thursday, August 7, 2025
U.S. Embassy Denies Issuing New Travel Warning for Lebanon
The U.S. Embassy in Beirut has denied reports circulating on Lebanese news websites and social media platforms that Washington had issued a new travel advisory warning American citizens against travel to Lebanon and other countries in the region due to rising security threats.
Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Opinion
Can Lebanon's New Government Finally Achieve Justice for Beirut Blast Victims?
August 4 will mark the fifth anniversary of the Beirut port explosion that killed more than 200 people, one of the largest non-nuclear explosions ever. The families of the victims are still awaiting justice. Earlier this year the magistrate investigating the tragedy, Tariq Bitar, resumed his investigation, which had been suspended after politicians repeatedly intervened to derail it.
Sunday, August 3, 2025
With Trump Pressure and a ‘New Lebanon,’ Can Hezbollah’s Shadow Economy Be Dismantled?
Up until a few months ago, the drive from Beirut’s international airport through the Lebanese capital city’s southern suburbs used to feature a stream of pro-Iranian and Hezbollah-themed propaganda.
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Sports
Man City's 115 Charges Outcome 'in a Month' - Guardiola
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says the club expects to learn the outcome of the hearing into its 115 charges of alleged Premier League financial rule breaches "in one month".
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Marcelo, Ex-Real Madrid and Brazil Captain, Retires from Football
Former Brazil and Real Madrid defender Marcelo has announced his retirement from football, bringing the curtain down on a trophy-laden career that included five UEFA Champions League triumphs.
Friday, February 7, 2025
Saturday 17 July 2021 13:13:27
Syria's Assad Says Funds Frozen in Lebanese Banks Biggest Impediment to Investment
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said Saturday the main impediment to investment in the country was money stuck in ailing Lebanese banks.
He said some estimates suggested $40 billion or $60 billion of Syrian funds were stuck in Lebanon.
In a speech after being sworn in for a fourth term, Assad also said Syria would continue working to overcome difficulties caused by Western sanctions imposed over its decade-long war.
