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Israeli minister Benny Gantz has communicated to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz that Germany has a significant role in addressing the threat posed by Hezbollah at Israel’s northern border with Lebanon. Gantz, in a post on a social media platform in English, shared details of his phone conversation with Scholz. He stressed the importance of eliminating the threat from Hezbollah for …

Lebanon’s Legal Drinking Age and RegulationsIn Lebanon, the legal age for alcohol consumption is 18. The country has a relatively liberal approach compared to some of its neighbors, with laws that regulate but do not prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol. It’s important for visitors to respect these laws and consume alcohol responsibly. Cultural Acceptance of Alcohol in Lebanese …

The United Nations is raising concerns over the escalating number of displaced individuals in the Gaza Strip, as Israeli military activities extend into central and southern regions. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) recently reported a significant influx of at least 100,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) into Rafah, Gaza’s southernmost city. This migration follows increased hostilities …

The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported that the Kerem Shalom crossing, a key entry point into Gaza, has reopened for aid delivery after a temporary suspension. The closure, which lasted several days, was attributed to “security incidents.” On Friday, 81 trucks loaded with food and medical supplies made their way into Gaza through both …

The World Health Organization (WHO) has expressed deep concern about the rising spread of infectious diseases in Gaza amid the displacement of hundreds of thousands of Palestinians. Many are now living in overcrowded shelters and strained health facilities. In a recent statement, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus outlined the alarming health situation in Gaza from mid-October to mid-December, including: – …

As the Israeli military continues its operations in central and southern Gaza, the conflict persists in the northern regions as well. On Saturday, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reported combat in the Shejaiya area in northern Gaza. Here, ground troops encountered a terrorist cell operating close to the forces, including an individual armed with a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG). The IDF …

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have broadcasted a set of urgent guidelines for the residents of Gaza, detailing safe travel routes amid escalated conflict near Khan Younis in southern Gaza. The IDF disseminated these instructions in Arabic, along with a map, on various platforms. The communication explains that due to the intensified military activities and the advancement of Israeli forces …

Gebran Bassil, the leader of the Free Patriotic Movement (FPM) in Lebanon, has consistently expressed pride in his independence within the complex Lebanese political landscape. He recently reaffirmed this position, clarifying in an interview with Nidaa al-Watan newspaper that he has no political allies, including the long-standing relationship with Hezbollah, which he describes more as an understanding than an alliance. …