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On Thursday, an Israeli airstrike resulted in the death of Bassem Ghaben, the director of the Palestinian side of the Kerem Shalom border crossing, as reported by Hamas authorities in the Gaza Strip. Alongside Ghaben, three other individuals were killed when Israeli aircraft targeted the crossing’s infrastructure, according to both the crossings authority and the health ministry in the Hamas-governed …

In a small falafel shop in Kfar Kila, a village in South Lebanon near the Israeli border, Hussein Murtada, 60, continues to serve his few remaining customers amidst ongoing conflict. An Israeli drone flies overhead, a constant reminder of the recent escalation in violence since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7. Murtada recalls how a recent shell landed just …

For a prolonged period, Sudan’s military remained silent over claims of Emirati meddling in the nation’s civil war. However, tensions have escalated, leading to bitter exchanges between Khartoum and Abu Dhabi. The intense conflict, which erupted in mid-April between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has resulted in over 12,000 deaths and displaced millions. General Yasser al-Atta, …

The Israeli military campaign in Gaza, experts note, is among the most lethal and devastating in history. In a span of just over two months, the offensive has caused more destruction than the razing of Syria’s Aleppo between 2012 and 2016, Ukraine’s Mariupol, or even the Allied bombing of Germany in World War II, proportionally speaking. It has also resulted …

The European Union has announced a significant financial commitment of 205.5 million Euros to Lebanon to aid in its stability and recovery amidst regional uncertainties. This allocation was confirmed on Friday by the Delegation of the European Union to Lebanon. A primary focus for the EU is to bolster Lebanon’s border management through financial and technical support, aligning it with …

On Friday, Hezbollah launched attacks targeting soldier groups near the Shumira barracks, while Israeli fighter jets responded with airstrikes on al-Labbouneh. Additionally, Israeli artillery targeted areas including Rab Tlatine, Jabal Blat, and Aita al-Shaab. Since the onset of the Gaza war, frequent clashes have occurred along the Lebanon-Israel border between the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Israeli forces. These skirmishes …

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Lebanon, known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant economy, often raises questions among travelers and business people regarding its currency practices. One common inquiry is: Can I use euro in Lebanon? Understanding the nuances of Lebanon’s currency system is crucial for anyone planning to visit or do business in the country. Lebanon’s Currency Landscape Lebanon’s official currency is the …