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Evening recap
This article summarizes key developments from Israel's conflict with Gaza as of Saturday. It details fatalities following Israeli actions and includes reports on decreased birth rates and increased mi...
Israel carries out sweping air strikes across southern Lebanon
Israeli forces conducted extensive airstrikes across several areas in southern Lebanon on Friday, targeting regions including Ar-Rihan, Ansar, and Zrarieh, as well as the villages of Kfarwa and Azza. ...
US designates Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon as 'terror' groups
The United States has designated the Egyptian, Jordanian, and Lebanese branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as terrorist organizations, implementing sanctions based on allegations that they pose a threa...
Israel says it is targeting Hezbollah and Hamas in Lebanon strikes
Despite an ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, Israeli military continues with frequent airstrikes in Lebanon, claiming these operations are directed at Hezbollah or sometimes Hamas target...
Israel says targets Hezbollah, Hamas in Lebanon strikes
The Israeli military conducted air strikes against what it identified as Hezbollah and Hamas targets in four Lebanese villages on Monday, according to state media. This marks the first such warning is...
Hezbollah’s funding network in Venezuela takes spotlight after Maduro
Reports suggest Hezbollah has been utilizing drug smuggling and money laundering activities within Venezuela to fund its operations internationally and in Lebanon. These illicit networks have existed ...
Israel urges evacuation of two villages in southern Lebanon ahead of strike
An Israeli military spokesperson announced an evacuation order for two villages in southern Lebanon ahead of a planned strike....
Israel blows up last standing house in border town in Lebanon that it has occupied
The Israeli army destroyed the final remaining house in an occupied southern Lebanese border town, according to Al Jazeera. Israel's attacks on southern and eastern Lebanon continued after a ceasefire...
Israeli military says it killed Iranian Quds Force member in attack in Lebanon
The Israeli military reported on Thursday that they assassinated Hussein Mahmoud Marshad al-Jawhari, an officer from Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Quds Force. The target was reportedly invol...
Israeli military says it conducted air strikes in southern Lebanon
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported conducting air strikes against Hezbollah targets in Southern Lebanon. The IDF dismantled structures and infrastructure related to recent terrorist operations ...
Second Lebanon-Israel meeting sidelined France, saw US pressure on Netanyahu
During the second round of meetings between Lebanese and Israeli officials, disagreements arose over an economic zone and the civilian casualties caused by Israeli strikes. The talks excluded direct F...
Evening recap
Israeli-US relations saw Israel request that some US sanctions on Syria remain intact as leverage for future negotiations; however, this was not accepted by the US according to Kan public broadcaster....
US designates three Muslim Brotherhood chapters as global terrorists
The United States has officially designated the Egyptian, Lebanese, and Jordanian branches of the Muslim Brotherhood as globally recognized terrorist entities, citing their alleged support for Hamas. ...
Middle East fighter jet deals, missile defenses and peace talks: 2026 preview
The article discusses potential developments in the Middle East for 2026 including Turkey and Saudi Arabia potentially acquiring F-35 jets, possible conflict involving Lebanon, advancements in missile...
Pope Leo addresses suffering of Palestinians and others in his Christmas address
During his Christmas address at St Peter's Basilica, Pope Leo denounced the suffering of Palestinians and called for justice, peace, and stability in occupied territories like Gaza, Israel, Lebanon, S...
Lebanon-Israel truce committee talks widen as Hezbollah disarmament deadline nears
The committee overseeing the truce between Hezbollah and Israel met for its 15th session on Friday to discuss how to repatriate displaced individuals, addressing civilian issues in case a year-end dis...
US takes aim at Muslim Brotherhood in Arab world
The United States has designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations. This action aligns with demands from Arab allies and conservative US group...
Israeli strikes hit eastern and southern Lebanon, killing two, local media says
On Thursday, Israeli air strikes struck Ansariyah and al-Jumayjimah areas in Lebanon, violating a ceasefire agreement from late last year. Local media reported that an Israeli drone strike killed two ...
Evening recap
The article provides an overview of key developments from the day, including condemnations by G7 members over Israel's West Bank settlements plan, approval for extending hacking powers for Israeli mil...
Evening recap
The article provides an evening summary of key events: Israeli military killings in Gaza, approval for recognizing more settlements in the West Bank, proposal of extreme measures against Palestinian p...
Lebanon close to completing disarmament of Hezbollah south of Litani River, says PM
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that Lebanon is nearing the completion of Hezbollah disarmament south of the Litani River as per the ceasefire agreement in November 2024. The Lebanese army was taske...
Israeli strike kills one in southern Lebanon
An Israeli airstrike in the town of Jannata in southern Lebanon killed one person and injured others, according to Al Jadeed News reports....
One dead in Israeli strikes on south Lebanon, ministry says
The Lebanese health ministry reported one death and another person wounded from Israeli strikes in south Lebanon on Sunday. The strikes targeted Hezbollah members according to Israel's military claims...
Lebanon close to completing disarmament of Hezbollah south of Litani River, says PM
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced on Saturday that Lebanon is nearing the completion of disarming Hezbollah south of the Litani River. This is a critical condition of the ceasefire agreeme...
With Trump’s backing, Israel gives Lebanon last chance before attacking Hezbollah
A senior Israeli diplomat stated that President Trump's administration understands Lebanon cannot be relied upon to disarm the militant group Hezbollah. The statement implies a reluctance towards trus...
The man saving Lebanon's cinema history, a poster at a time
Abboudi Bou Jaoude is preserving Lebanon's film industry history by collecting movie posters. In a country without official film archives, his personal archive holds thousands of posters and serves as...
France condemns Israeli fire that injured UN peacekeeper in south Lebanon
France has condemned Israeli gunfire near the village of Bastarra in southern Lebanon that slightly injured a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeeper, causing an ear concussion. T...
Israel will establish settlement outposts in Gaza, defence minister says
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz announced that Israel plans to establish settlement outposts known as 'Nahal nuclei' in the northern Gaza Strip. He stated this move is to protect Israeli communit...
Lebanese PM urges swift approval of law aimed at paying back depositors
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has called for urgent cabinet approval of a bill enabling depositors to gradually reclaim funds frozen since the country's financial collapse in 2019. The prime min...
Israeli air strike hits southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
The Israeli army conducted an air strike in southern Lebanon despite a ceasefire agreement from late last year. According to the military statement, one Hezbollah member was killed and another was tar...
Lebanon revives offshore gas push with new approval for Total-led consortium
The Lebanese government has granted a new exploration permit to an international consortium led by French energy company Total to explore an offshore area near Israel's maritime border....
First phase of disarmament south of Litani River to end soon, says PM
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that the initial phase of weapon confiscation south of the Litani River will conclude within a few days. This disarmament process is part of a US-backed ceas...
US hopeful on talks between Lebanon and Israel
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed hope that talks between Lebanese authorities and Israeli representatives will lead to establishing a strong Lebanese government and disarming Hezbollah, the...
Lebanon revives offshore gas push with new approval for Total-led consortium
Beirut has granted a new exploration permit allowing international energy companies in a consortium led by Total to begin work on an offshore block that borders Israel’s maritime territory....
Lebanon pursues remnants of Syrian regime in country: What we know
Lebanese military has increased security operations following reports that individuals linked to the ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime are present within Lebanon....
Russian Drone Strike Hits Lebanese-Flagged Cargo Ship
A Russian drone has reportedly struck a cargo ship flying the flag of Lebanon. The extent of damage and any casualties are not disclosed....
The Enduring Wedge Between Syria and Lebanon
Tom Barrack, U.S. envoy to Syria and Lebanon, has garnered attention for his assertive statements regarding Middle Eastern governance and Israel. His comments suggest a preference for monarchies in th...