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The five-party committee responsible for overseeing the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire held its second meeting on Wednesday. Sources informed al-Akhbar newspaper that the Israeli side did not provide a specific timeline for a complete withdrawal from southern Lebanon and did not commit to stopping ceasefire violations. Lebanese Army officers insisted on an initial withdrawal from certain areas, pointing out that over 20 …

At the beginning of the season, Manchester United had high hopes, but they are currently in 13th place in the Premier League, trailing the top four by six points. Their disappointing performance led to the dismissal of manager Erik ten Hag at the end of October, with Ruben Amorim stepping in as the new coach in November. Since Amorim’s arrival, …

Tottenham currently sits 10th in the Premier League, trailing the top four by five points. Their form has been inconsistent this season, but the gap to the European spots remains close. After a remarkable 4-0 win over Manchester City, Spurs struggled, going three matches without a win, including one draw and two losses. However, they rebounded strongly with a 5-0 …

Everton has faced ongoing difficulties in recent seasons, and their struggles continue this year. Currently sitting in 16th place in the Premier League, they are just three points clear of the relegation zone. After five consecutive games without a win, including three draws and two losses, Everton bounced back with a dominant 4-0 victory over Wolverhampton, who are also battling …

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israeli forces will maintain their position in a buffer zone along the Syrian border, which was seized following the removal of President Bashar al-Assad, until a new arrangement is established to secure Israel’s safety. Netanyahu made the statement on Tuesday while visiting Mount Hermon, located inside Syria near the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. This marked …

The UN Security Council has called for a Syrian-led political process following the removal of President Bashar al-Assad. In its first statement on the situation in Syria, the Council emphasized the need for an inclusive political process that should culminate in elections. It also stressed the importance of respecting Syria’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. The statement, released late on …

A group of Israeli settlers briefly crossed into Lebanon before being removed by the military, according to reports on Wednesday. The settlers, part of the Uri Tzafon movement, which advocates for Israeli settlement in southern Lebanon, were photographed on Saturday with signs and tents inside Lebanese territory, while Israeli soldiers were present. Initially, the military denied the reports but later …

Former Progressive Socialist Party leader Walid Jumblat has reportedly attempted to convince Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri to support the election of Army chief General Joseph Aoun as Lebanon’s president. Jumblat met with Berri on Monday, expressing optimism about electing a president during the session scheduled for January 9. According to reports, after his meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron in …