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Israeli military aircraft conducted strikes on Wednesday targeting the areas around al-Labbouneh, al-Naqoura, and Kfarshouba. Following these strikes, Hezbollah announced the death of Nabegh al-Qadiri, a member from Kfarshouba, who was described as having fallen “on the road to Jerusalem,” a term used by the group for fighters killed by Israeli forces. Tensions along the Lebanon-Israel border have intensified recently. …

In a significant naval confrontation, Yemen’s Houthi rebels recently launched an extensive offensive in the Red Sea using drones and missiles. This assault, one of their largest to date, prompted defensive actions from both the U.S. and British navies. Authorities reported no immediate damage from this attack, which occurred despite a forthcoming United Nations Security Council vote intended to condemn …

Lebanese caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati recently met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock amidst the resurgence of cross-border hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel in southern Lebanon. During the meeting, Mikati emphasized Lebanon’s commitment to adhering to international resolutions to ensure lasting stability in the region. Baerbock highlighted the importance of implementing United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. Mikati also …

Amos Hochstein, a U.S. mediator, is set to present a substantial proposal to Lebanon addressing the ongoing border tensions with Israel. This initiative is part of the United States’ broader effort to mitigate the escalating conflict, which poses a threat to U.S. interests in the region. Hochstein’s proposal includes recommendations for resolving the border dispute. This involves Hezbollah’s Radwan forces …

The Significance of Family and Community in Arab Weddings Arab weddings are grand celebrations where family and community play a central role. These events are not just about uniting two individuals but also about bringing together two families and their communities. Guests can expect a warm and inclusive atmosphere, where family bonds and community ties are celebrated and strengthened. Traditional …

The United States’ first attempt to land on the moon in over half a century faced a critical setback when a spacecraft developed a serious fuel leak shortly after its launch on Monday. The spacecraft, operated by Astrobotic Technology based in Pittsburgh, encountered propulsion system failure leading to a significant fuel loss, jeopardizing its scheduled moon landing on February 23. …

At the University Hospital Basel in Switzerland, scientists have discovered more than 30 previously unknown bacterial species in patient samples. This groundbreaking research, published in the BMC Microbiology journal, offers potential new directions for research and treatment strategies for infections linked to these bacteria. Dr. Daniel Goldenberger, who spearheaded the study, noted the rarity of establishing direct connections between new …

Sloane Stephens experienced a setback in her preparations for the Australian Open after losing a closely contested match to China’s Yuan Yue in the Hobart International’s first round. The intense match, lasting nearly three hours, concluded with Yuan securing a tie-break victory in the third set. Despite Stephens serving for the match at one point and leading in the tie-break, …