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The European Union’s foreign policy head met with Hezbollah’s leading lawmaker Mohammed Raad in Beirut on Saturday, aiming to prevent Lebanon from being embroiled in the escalating Israel-Hamas conflict. An EU official confirmed the meeting, which followed Hezbollah’s rocket attacks on an Israeli military base. These attacks were in retaliation for the death of a senior Hamas figure in an …

Central Park in New York City, an iconic urban oasis, is home to a diverse array of flora, one of which is the majestic Cedar of Lebanon. This article delves into the significance, history, and allure of the Cedar of Lebanon, offering a comprehensive guide for nature enthusiasts and visitors to Central Park. The Majestic Presence of Cedar of Lebanon …

Lebanese weddings are known for their grandeur and vibrancy, reflecting the rich culture and traditions of Lebanon. The duration of these celebrations can vary, but typically, a Lebanese wedding is an elaborate affair extending over several days, each marked with distinct ceremonies and festivities. Traditional Pre-Wedding Celebrations: The festivities of a Lebanese wedding often begin days before the actual wedding …

In one of the most intense days of cross-border skirmishes in recent weeks, Israel and Hezbollah have exchanged heavy fire. This escalation comes a day after Hezbollah’s leader, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, called for retaliation following Israel’s assassination of Saleh Arouri, a top Hamas official, in the suburbs of Beirut. Nasrallah warned that failing to respond to Arouri’s killing would leave …

A recent intelligence assessment from the United States has indicated that Israel might face challenges in achieving success in a war against Hezbollah, in the midst of ongoing conflicts in Gaza, as reported by the Washington Post. The U.S. administration, under President Joe Biden, has taken proactive steps to prevent a full-scale war between Israel and the Lebanese militant group …

For the first time, scientists have succeeded in creating a functional and scalable graphene-based semiconductor. This breakthrough paves the way for a potential transformation in the computing world, potentially leading to computers that are faster and more efficient than the existing silicon chip technology. Semiconductor chips are becoming increasingly central to the global economy, often likened to the ‘new oil’ …

Cultural Significance of Alcohol in Lebanese Weddings Lebanese weddings, known for their lavish celebrations and rich cultural expressions, often raise the question of the inclusion of alcohol. In Lebanese culture, alcohol has traditionally played a role in social and celebratory events, including weddings. The use of alcohol in these celebrations is more than just a social practice; it is often …

Russian air defense systems shot down numerous Ukrainian drones over occupied Crimea and southern Russia on Friday. This action aligns with Kyiv’s strategy to extend the 22-month conflict beyond Ukraine’s borders and into areas like Crimea, which Russia annexed illegally a decade ago. In Sevastopol, Crimea’s largest city, air raid alarms sounded, and traffic was halted for the second day …