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On Sunday, Israel conducted multiple air attacks on towns along the southern Lebanese border, coinciding with Hezbollah’s declaration of a new offensive against Israeli military sites. The airstrikes included an Israeli jet launching three missiles at a residence in Rab Tlatine and a drone strike on a school in al-Taybeh, as reported by Hezbollah’s al-Manar TV. Additionally, Israeli jets executed …

During his Sunday Mass sermon, Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi strongly criticized the severe and destructive conflict occurring in Gaza, and he expressed disapproval of the conflict’s extension to Lebanon’s southern villages. Al-Rahi emphasized Lebanon’s identity as a nation of peace and dialogue, not warfare. He stressed that the war’s expansion into Lebanon contravenes United Nations Resolution 1701. The Patriarch advocated …

Understanding the cost of a meal in Lebanon is crucial for both tourists and residents, especially in the current economic climate. Various factors influence meal prices, and these can vary significantly depending on location, type of establishment, and the current economic situation. Influence of Economic Conditions: Lebanon’s ongoing economic crisis has had a profound impact on the cost of living, …

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is scheduled to land in Beirut this Saturday, as reported by al-Joumhouria newspaper on Friday. During her visit, Meloni plans to hold meetings with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. A key focus of these discussions will be to address and reduce the ongoing tensions at the Lebanon-Israel border. Additionally, Meloni …

The European Union has committed to providing 205.5 million Euros to assist Lebanon in several critical areas, aiming to bolster the country’s stability and recovery amidst regional instability and uncertainty. This announcement was made by the Delegation of the European Union to Lebanon in a statement released on Friday. A primary focus of the EU’s support will be on enhancing …

The Israeli military has reported that one of its soldiers was killed and another wounded in a rocket attack from Lebanon near the border. This incident occurred during operational activity in northern Israel, specifically in the Shtula area. The border region between Lebanon and Israel has witnessed increased exchanges of fire, primarily involving the Israeli army and the Iran-backed terrorist …

In a recent meeting at Bkerki, Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi concurred that the path to resolving Lebanon’s crises lies in electing a new president. Lebanon has been without a president since Michel Aoun’s tenure ended in October of the previous year. Meanwhile, the government has been functioning in a restricted caretaker role. Key positions …

Simone Biles, facing nervousness and uncertainty, returned to gymnastics competition in a suburban Chicago arena last July, marking her first event in two years. Biles, acknowledging the pressure, found comfort and confidence as the competition progressed. Her comeback led to her claiming a national championship again by the end of August and, by October, she secured a world championship title …