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UNIFIL’s Head of Mission and Force Commander, Lt. Gen. Aroldo Lázaro, highlighted the tension along the Blue Line, emphasizing that Ramadan, traditionally a period of peace and introspection, has been marred by the current situation. In a statement released in observance of Eid El Fitr, Lázaro appealed for a halt to hostilities and a push towards a lasting ceasefire and …

Mohammad Sarur, a Lebanese individual previously sanctioned by the United States for his alleged involvement in channeling funds from Iran to the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was recently killed near Beirut. Sarur’s body was discovered on Tuesday within a villa in Beit Mery, a mountainous region, having been shot multiple times. Despite being found with a significant amount of cash, …

The Israeli military announced early on Wednesday that it had targeted Hezbollah positions in Syria, aiming to prevent the group’s consolidation in the region. This action comes amidst Israel’s ongoing conflict with Hamas in Gaza, during which Israel has escalated its military operations, including strikes in Syria, to also address threats from Hezbollah. According to the Israeli military, the operations …

In a significant shift in tone, U.S. President Joe Biden openly criticized Israel’s strategy in its ongoing conflict with Hamas, labeling it as a “mistake.” This critique comes at a critical juncture as Israel is required to demonstrate to its Supreme Court by Wednesday that it is not deliberately obstructing aid to Gaza, where famine looms. Amidst international condemnation over …

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran’s supreme leader, issued another stern warning to Israel on Wednesday, stating it “must be punished” for an airstrike in Damascus that resulted in the deaths of seven members of the Revolutionary Guards, including two generals. During a televised address following Eid al-Adha prayers, Khamenei emphasized that Israel had erred and would face consequences for its actions. …

Lebanon, despite its current hardships, is witnessing a spark of optimism. The third Middle East Clean Energy (MECE) conference is scheduled to occur in Beirut from May 8 to May 10, 2024. This event is a showcase for the forefront of clean and renewable energy technologies, illuminating the path toward a more sustainable future for both Lebanon and the broader …

Serbia is on the verge of securing an agreement to buy 12 Rafale multi-role combat aircraft from France, as stated by Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic during his recent visit to Paris. This acquisition from France signifies a departure from Serbia’s usual reliance on Russia for military hardware. President Vucic’s announcement came amidst his discussions with French President Emmanuel Macron and …

On Monday, the Vatican expressed strong opposition to gender-affirming surgeries and surrogacy, labeling them as significant violations of human dignity. These practices were equated with abortion and euthanasia, being described as contraventions of divine intentions for human existence. The declaration, titled “Infinite Dignity” and spanning 20 pages, was the result of a five-year development process, recently receiving approval from Pope …