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Russian authorities have reported that an attack by Ukraine on the city of Belgorod near the Russian border resulted in the deaths of at least 24 people, including three children, and injured 108 others. Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov attributed the deaths and injuries to “massive shelling” by Ukrainian forces. The Russian Defense Ministry condemned the attack, promising retaliation and accusing …

On Saturday night, the USS Gravely, a United States Navy warship, successfully intercepted and neutralized two anti-ship ballistic missiles originating from areas in Yemen under Houthi control, as stated by the US Central Command (CENTCOM). This action was in response to an earlier incident on the same day, where the Maersk Hangzhou, a container ship flying the Singapore flag and …

Understanding the complex relationship between Lebanon and Israel, particularly in the context of historical and ongoing conflicts, is vital for a comprehensive grasp of Middle Eastern geopolitics. The history of Lebanon’s involvement in conflicts with Israel is marked by several key events and current dynamics. Historical Conflicts between Lebanon and Israel: Lebanon has been involved in multiple conflicts with Israel. …

For many years, Tele Liban has been an integral part of Lebanese households. Lebanon is now seeking to have the historic archives of this pioneering Arab broadcaster recognized by UNESCO. Holding the title of the oldest audiovisual archive in the region, Tele Liban is a candidate for inclusion in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. This program aims to protect …

Airstrikes in eastern Syria, suspected to be conducted by Israel, have led to the deaths of at least 23 pro-Iran fighters on Saturday, according to a war monitoring group. This includes five Syrians, four members of Lebanon’s Hezbollah, six Iraqis, and eight Iranians. The strikes occurred near the Iraqi border and involved at least nine pre-dawn raids. The U.S. military …

Israeli minister Benny Gantz has communicated to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz that Germany has a significant role in addressing the threat posed by Hezbollah at Israel’s northern border with Lebanon. Gantz, in a post on a social media platform in English, shared details of his phone conversation with Scholz. He stressed the importance of eliminating the threat from Hezbollah for …

Lebanon’s Legal Drinking Age and RegulationsIn Lebanon, the legal age for alcohol consumption is 18. The country has a relatively liberal approach compared to some of its neighbors, with laws that regulate but do not prohibit the sale and consumption of alcohol. It’s important for visitors to respect these laws and consume alcohol responsibly. Cultural Acceptance of Alcohol in Lebanese …

On Saturday, December 30, Indian cricketer Shardul Thakur suffered an injury while batting in a net practice session. Thakur was struck on the shoulder during throwdowns, and the severity of his injury is still being assessed. He may undergo further scans if necessary, as initially reported by PTI. Thakur received immediate attention from the team physio after the incident. He …