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A deadly Israeli drone strike targeted a vehicle in the Lebanese town of Kfardan, west of Baalbek, on Thursday, killing one person, according to Hezbollah-affiliated Al-Manar TV. The attack marks a significant shift in Israel’s airstrike campaign, expanding beyond southern Lebanon for the second time this week. Growing Military Activity in Baalbek This latest incident follows a similar drone strike …

Images and videos showing more than 100 individuals dressed in black assembling outside a restaurant in Khalde caused widespread concern across Lebanon on Monday. The gathering, occurring just hours before a pivotal cabinet session scheduled to address the contentious issue of Hezbollah’s disarmament, drew immediate public and media attention. Restaurant Denies Political Motive Behind Gathering Despite the speculation, the management …

Reports on Friday sparked speculation about a change in the U.S. diplomatic approach toward Lebanon, with claims that Morgan Ortagus would be reinstated as special envoy to the country and that Tom Barrack would no longer oversee the Lebanese portfolio. However, a U.S. State Department spokesperson quickly dismissed the rumors, telling Al-Hadath they were “baseless.” Despite this denial, the rumors …

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has reaffirmed his government’s intention to assert full state authority over its territory, including a controversial plan to disarm Hezbollah. The announcement came during a speech marking Army Day on Thursday, signaling a pivotal moment for the country’s internal stability and its volatile relationship with Israel. Aoun Calls for Unified Control of Arms in Lebanon In …

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri marked the Lebanese Army’s 80th anniversary on Thursday with a tribute highlighting the institution’s enduring role in maintaining national unity and safeguarding sovereignty. A Legacy of Sacrifice and National Cohesion In a formal statement, Berri praised the army’s longstanding service since its establishment in 1945, describing it as a unifying force in a divided landscape. “For …

Lebanon is expected to receive a formal response from the United States today regarding its latest counterproposals to American envoy Tom Barrack’s recent diplomatic paper, according to sources who spoke with Al-Jadeed TV. This exchange marks a critical moment in the ongoing effort to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Hezbollah. U.S. Demands Concrete Action from Beirut Tom Barrack, representing Washington’s …

Tensions remain high between Israel and Hezbollah as an Israeli security official, speaking to Al-Arabiya TV, asserted that military operations against the group will persist as long as it continues to breach the ceasefire terms. The source emphasized that the current strategy focuses exclusively on Hezbollah’s military apparatus rather than its political leadership. Ongoing Targeted Strikes and Intelligence Efforts According …

Tensions flared in southern Baghdad on Sunday as a confrontation between Iraqi security forces and pro-Iran armed fighters left three people dead—including a police officer—and several others wounded. The violence stemmed from an armed takeover of a government facility, highlighting the persistent volatility posed by powerful militia groups operating within the country. Armed Raid Sparks Deadly Exchange According to Iraq’s …