Source: Kataeb.org
Security & Justice
Nassar Vows to Shield Judiciary from Political Meddling, Promises Merit-Based Appointments
Justice Minister Adel Nassar vowed to shield Lebanon’s judiciary from political interference, insisting that judicial appointments will be based strictly on merit and that court proceedings will remain free from external pressure. In an exclusive interview with Al Modon, Nassar addressed some of the country’s most pressing legal challenges, including the stalled investigation into the Beirut port explosion, Lebanon’s prison crisis, and the fate of Syrian detainees.
Monday, March 31, 2025
Authorities Conduct Forensic Tests on Rocket Fire Suspects
Lebanese authorities are conducting forensic fingerprint and DNA testing on three individuals suspected of involvement in the recent rocket fire from southern Lebanon into northern Israel, LBCI reported on Monday.
Monday, March 31, 2025
Opinion
Hezbollah Must Not Be Allowed to Destroy Lebanon
The clashes that took place on the border between Syria and Lebanon this week were not the first of their kind. But the announcement of a ceasefire between the two countries following two days of deadly cross-border clashes had a different tone to it. Historically, the Lebanese Armed Forces have rarely shelled Syrian positions directly, even less those of the Syrian army. This time, the clashes were direct.
Friday, March 21, 2025
Moving Past “Wait and See” in South Lebanon: The U.S.-French Role
On March 11, U.S. deputy special envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus announced that the United States will be “bringing together Lebanon and Israel for talks aimed at diplomatically resolving several outstanding issues,” with various “working groups” focused on addressing “the release of Lebanese prisoners, the remaining disputed points along the Blue Line and the remaining 5 points where Israeli forces are still deployed.” This statement followed the sixth military-to-military meeting at the UN peacekeeping headquarters in Naqoura, which brought together Israel, Lebanon, the United States, and France.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Sports
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
Monday 12 February 2024 16:17:46
Mikati Extends Warm Welcome to Former PM Saad Hariri at Grand Serail
Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati welcomed former Prime Minister Saad Hariri at the Grand Serail on Monday afternoon.
An official reception ceremony was held upon Hariri's arrival, followed by a meeting at the Prime Minister’s office.
Mikati expressed hope that the commemoration of the martyrdom of Prime Minister Rafik Hariri and his companions on February 14 would serve as a unifying occasion, confirming the unity of the Lebanese in the face of the dangers facing their nation.
Mikati then hosted a lunch banquet in honor of Hariri, with the participation of the Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers, Mahmoud Makkieh.
