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As global leaders gathered in New York for the annual United Nations General Assembly, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun used his address to urge the international community to rally behind Lebanon and prioritize peace over conflict in the Middle East. A Call for Peace and Justice In his speech, Aoun drew on Lebanon’s turbulent history to emphasize the inseparable link between …

Lebanon has officially granted Elon Musk’s Starlink a license to operate in the country, a move seen as a potential lifeline for a nation grappling with severe infrastructure challenges. The decision, announced late Thursday by Information Minister Paul Morcos, will allow Musk’s satellite internet service—operated by SpaceX—to cover Lebanon nationwide. A Step Toward Digital Connectivity The approval comes at a …

Diplomatic efforts are underway in Lebanon to ease political tensions ahead of a sensitive Cabinet session scheduled for Friday, where ministers will debate an army-prepared plan to reinforce the state’s exclusive control over weapons. The issue remains one of the most divisive in Lebanese politics, touching directly on the role of Hezbollah and other armed groups. Securing Quorum for the …

Lebanon and Syria have agreed to establish two joint committees to tackle a series of longstanding and sensitive issues, including the status of nearly 2,000 Syrian nationals detained in Lebanese prisons, the fate of Lebanese citizens missing in Syria for decades, and the demarcation of their shared but often unmarked border. The decision was announced on Monday during a landmark …

President Joseph Aoun met Thursday with MP Mohammad Raad, the head of Hezbollah’s Loyalty to the Resistance parliamentary bloc, to address mounting pressure—both domestic and international—regarding Hezbollah’s weapons arsenal. The meeting, described by Hezbollah-aligned outlet al-Ahed as a “frank” discussion, comes just days ahead of a pivotal cabinet session set for Tuesday. The topic at hand: ensuring that only state …

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 …

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has reaffirmed that the state’s policy to maintain exclusive control over arms remains firm and non-negotiable. However, he emphasized that the policy will be enacted with measured care to ensure national cohesion and safeguard internal stability. Speaking during a meeting with senior editors from Bahrain’s official news agency and leading newspapers in Manama, Aoun addressed both …