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No endorsement until Frangieh meets us halfway: Gemayel

No endorsement until Frangieh meets us halfway: Gemayel

In 2015, Lebanese political dynamics were particularly tense as the country grappled with a prolonged presidential vacuum. Amidst these complexities, Kataeb Party leader Samy Gemayel made headlines with his stance on Sleiman Frangieh’s candidacy for the presidency. Gemayel emphasized that his party would not endorse Frangieh unless he demonstrated a willingness to meet halfway, indicating a need for significant political …

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Legislative session crucial for Lebanon: Central Bank Governor

Legislative session crucial for Lebanon: Central Bank Governor

In 2015, Lebanon’s Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh emphasized the critical importance of holding a legislative session to address pressing financial and economic issues facing the country. Salameh highlighted that without legislative action, Lebanon risked further economic instability and a deterioration of public confidence in the financial system. Salameh stressed the urgency of passing several key financial laws. These included …

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11 dead in rebel shelling on Damascus: activists

11 dead in rebel shelling on Damascus: activists

On September 11, 2015, rebel rocket fire on the Syrian capital, Damascus, resulted in the deaths of 11 people, with at least 20 others injured. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the attack targeted the Duwaylaa neighborhood on the southeastern outskirts of the city, primarily affecting civilians. State news agency SANA confirmed four deaths and 25 injuries from …

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Riot police charge ‘YouReek’ protest, 1 hurt

Riot police charge 'YouReek' protest, 1 hurt

BEIRUT — Tensions escalated in Beirut as riot police charged a protest organized by the ‘YouReek’ movement, resulting in one person being injured. The demonstration, which took place in Martyrs’ Square, was part of the ongoing protests against the Lebanese government’s handling of the garbage crisis. The ‘YouReek’ movement, known for its vocal stance against corruption and environmental mismanagement, gathered …

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Drastic measures must be taken to solve trash crisis: Lebanon health minister

Drastic measures must be taken to solve trash crisis: Lebanon health minister

In 2015, Lebanon’s health minister stressed the urgent need for drastic measures to resolve the country’s severe waste management crisis. The crisis began when the Naameh landfill, which had been accepting waste for 18 years far beyond its intended capacity, was closed without a viable alternative in place. This led to garbage piling up on the streets of Beirut and …

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Iran spends billions to prop up Assad

Iran spends billions to prop up Assad

Iran is spending billions of dollars a year to prop up the Syrian dictator Bashar Assad, according to the U.N.’s envoy to Syria and other outside experts. These estimates are far higher than what the Barack Obama administration, busy negotiating a nuclear deal with the Tehran government, has implied Iran spends on its policy to destabilize the Middle East. On Monday, a spokeswoman for the U.N. special envoy …

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Syria regime revenues shrink as losses mount

Syria regime revenues shrink as losses mount

BEIRUT: With most of its natural and mineral resources having fallen under rebel control, Syrian state revenues have shrunk, leaving the government dependent on unstable sources of income for its survival. Four years of conflict have decimated the state coffers. Now the government’s only revenues are drawn from dwindling customs and income taxes, heavily bolstered by lines of credit from …

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Iraq reopens Baghdad museum 12 years after looting

Iraq reopens Baghdad museum 12 years after looting

BAGHDAD: Iraq’s national museum officially reopened Saturday after 12 years of painstaking efforts during which close to a third of 15,000 pieces looted during the U.S.-led invasion were recovered. The reopening was brought forward in what officials said was a response to the destruction of priceless artifacts by ISIS in the northern city of Mosul. “We have been preparing to reopen for …

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Texas Super Kings vs Washington Freedom Prediction, Standings, Players: 3/7/2025

The upcoming clash between Texas Super Kings and Washington Freedom marks their second encounter in Major League Cricket 2025. In their previous meeting, Washington pulled off a record-setting chase, overhauling a 221-run target with seven wickets in hand. The rematch, now shifting to Florida’s Central Broward Regional Park Stadium in Lauderhill, is expected to present different playing conditions, particularly offering …

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Borussia Dortmund vs Monterrey Rayados Preview, Prediction, News: 2/7/2025

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 will feature a high-stakes showdown between Borussia Dortmund and CF Monterrey, set to take place on Wednesday, July 2, at 02:00 local time at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. With the tournament’s newly expanded format introducing more rigorous group stages and direct knockout ties, both teams arrive at this stage aiming …

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House of the Dragon season 3: Star Teases Aegon’s Evolution in Season 3

Production for the third season of HBO’s “House of the Dragon” is underway, with the series continuing to delve into the Targaryen civil war, known as the Dance of the Dragons. Actor Tom Glynn-Carney, who portrays King Aegon II Targaryen, has shared insights into the evolving complexity of his character in the upcoming season. In a recent interview, Glynn-Carney discussed …

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‘One Big Beautiful Bill’: Tax cuts, border wall, and spending changes | All you need to know

The U.S. Senate has advanced the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” a comprehensive Republican-led budget and tax package endorsed by President Donald Trump. The bill aims to make permanent the 2017 tax cuts, introduce new tax benefits, and implement significant reductions in federal spending. While proponents argue it will stimulate economic growth and reduce the deficit, critics warn of adverse effects …

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Aoun, Berri, Salam Aides Meet in Baabda Over US Proposal

Lebanese political leaders convened at Baabda Palace on Monday to deliberate on a U.S. proposal concerning Hezbollah’s disarmament and Israel’s military presence in southern Lebanon. The meeting, the second of its kind within days, included representatives of President Joseph Aoun, Speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. Discussions centered on a document delivered by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, which …

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Israel Open to Normalizing Ties with Lebanon and Syria

In a notable policy development, Israel has expressed a willingness to pursue peace agreements with Lebanon and Syria, marking a possible turning point in long-standing regional tensions. The announcement follows major geopolitical shifts, including leadership changes in Syria and a perceived weakening of Hezbollah in Lebanon. Speaking at a press briefing in Jerusalem, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar stated that …

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