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Israeli airstrikes targeted warehouses in Syria believed to be storing arms for the Lebanese group Hezbollah on Tuesday, according to reports from a war monitoring group. These strikes came amid claims from a Syrian military official that their air defenses had managed to intercept several missiles. Israel has conducted numerous airstrikes in Syria following the outbreak of its civil war …

During a Monday meeting in Bkerki with ambassadors from the five-nation group dedicated to Lebanon, Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi expressed his bewilderment at the calls for dialogue to choose a new president. Bkerki’s spokesperson, Walid Ghayad, highlighted al-Rahi’s concern, questioning the necessity of bypassing the constitution, which he regards as the supreme law. Ghayad emphasized that key political positions such …

Jebran Bassil, the leader of the Free Patriotic Movement, expressed concern on Tuesday over reports that the caretaker government plans to appoint 234 customs agents without including any Christians. He labeled this as a deliberate act of marginalizing Christians from government roles. In a statement made on the X platform, Bassil held Deputy Prime Minister Saadeh al-Shami and several ministers …

Antony Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, is set to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt this week with the aim of discussing a ceasefire in Gaza and enhancing humanitarian support for the area, according to a statement from State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller. Blinken’s journey includes a meeting with Saudi officials in Jeddah on Wednesday, followed by discussions with Egyptian …

Sam Hammam is a name that resonates profoundly within the football community, particularly in the UK. Sam Hammam’s Early Life and Background is a story of humble beginnings. Born in Lebanon, Hammam moved to the United States and later to the United Kingdom, where he would eventually make a significant mark in the world of football. Rise to Prominence in …

Nottingham Forest faces a significant challenge in the Premier League as they are set to receive a four-point deduction for violating the league’s profitability and sustainability regulations, pushing them into a precarious position in the relegation battle. This penalty, expected to be officially announced later on Monday, March 18, will reposition Forest from 17th place with 25 points to 18th, …

On Monday, Lebanon’s General Security directorate temporarily detained Makram Rabah, a vocal critic of Hezbollah, for questioning regarding comments he made in an interview about alleged Hezbollah arms depots and production facilities. Reports indicate that Rabah’s detention was linked to his refusal to surrender his cellphone. In response, his supporters and various activists organized a protest outside the General Security …

On Monday, representatives from the United States, France, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Egypt, collectively known as the five-nation group supporting Lebanon, convened with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi. Berri described the discussions as positive and anticipated further meetings, highlighting a consensus on the necessity of reaching an understanding to elect a new president for Lebanon. …