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Nabih Berri, the Speaker of Lebanon’s Parliament, has emphasized the significance of consensus in the country’s political landscape. He pointed to the recent legislative session and the extension of the army chief’s term as examples of what can be achieved through consensus. Berri expressed the view that a similar approach could be applied to the presidential election if there is …

On Tuesday, the Israeli military announced that it had razed the house of a Palestinian man accused of fatally shooting two Israelis – a father and his son – at a car wash in the West Bank, a territory under Israeli occupation. Osama Bani Fadl was apprehended by the police in November following an extensive search. He is accused of …

The adoption of a new UN resolution aimed at facilitating critical aid to Gaza has encountered delays due to two key issues concerning the United States. These issues include the inclusion of language about halting hostilities and the proposal to place the UN in charge of inspecting aid trucks entering Gaza. Initially scheduled for a vote on Monday, the Arab-sponsored …

The leader of Hamas was set to arrive in Egypt on Wednesday to discuss a ceasefire in Gaza, following Israel’s indication of its willingness to negotiate a pause in exchange for the release of more hostages. There is increasing global pressure for a new ceasefire to enhance aid delivery to the besieged Palestinian region, with the United Nations preparing to …

On Wednesday, Hezbollah launched an attack on the Israeli Metulla post, in response to Israeli shelling in the areas around Kfarkela and al-Naqoura. Additionally, Israeli aircraft carried out strikes near Aita al-Shaab. The Israeli military stated that it had aimed at Hezbollah positions on Tuesday following an incident where fire intercepted near the border resulted in injuries to two reserve …

Understanding the Lebanese Economy and Currency SituationLebanon’s economic landscape is unique, influenced by various factors like political instability and inflation. The Lebanese Pound (LBP) is the official currency, but its value fluctuates significantly. Understanding this dynamic is crucial for travelers to make informed decisions about the best currency to carry. Why Carrying Multiple Currencies is BeneficialGiven the fluctuating economy, it’s …

The United States, together with several other countries, is launching a new initiative, “Operation Prosperity Guardian,” to safeguard ships traveling through the Red Sea. This response comes in the wake of escalating attacks by drones and ballistic missiles from Houthi-controlled regions in Yemen, as announced by U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin during a visit to Bahrain. Recent attacks by the …

The head of the CIA flew to Europe for discussions with Israeli and Qatari officials on Monday, exploring the possibility of a new cease-fire and the release of hostages in Gaza, concurrent with the U.S. Defense Secretary’s talks in Israel about reducing large-scale combat operations against Hamas. Despite these diplomatic efforts, the conflict continued unabated, with intense fighting in northern …