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Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah militants has begun

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been enacted to halt a year-long conflict, aimed at establishing a permanent cessation of hostilities.

Macron urges Israel to accelerate troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon

Macron calls for rapid Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon and emphasizes strengthening the Lebanese military's authority over weapons.

Asian farmworkers are being killed in Israel's embattled border regions

Israel continues to allow migrant laborers in high-risk military zones despite safety concerns and international protests.

Middle East crisis live: Iranian-backed militias reportedly enter Syria to back Assad's army

Iran's military presence in Syria continues at Damascus' request, ensuring strategic support in the region.
Israel prohibits return to south villages amid ongoing security concerns post-conflict.

Israel approves ceasefire deal with Lebanon

Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon, aimed at ending the conflict with Hezbollah.

Israeli strikes test cease-fire; IDF warns displaced Lebanese not to return

Cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah is at risk as military actions continue despite attempts to establish peace.

Ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah militants has begun

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has been enacted to halt a year-long conflict, aimed at establishing a permanent cessation of hostilities.

Macron urges Israel to accelerate troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon

Macron calls for rapid Israeli troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon and emphasizes strengthening the Lebanese military's authority over weapons.

Asian farmworkers are being killed in Israel's embattled border regions

Israel continues to allow migrant laborers in high-risk military zones despite safety concerns and international protests.

Middle East crisis live: Iranian-backed militias reportedly enter Syria to back Assad's army

Iran's military presence in Syria continues at Damascus' request, ensuring strategic support in the region.
Israel prohibits return to south villages amid ongoing security concerns post-conflict.

Israel approves ceasefire deal with Lebanon

Israel has agreed to a ceasefire with Lebanon, aimed at ending the conflict with Hezbollah.

Israeli strikes test cease-fire; IDF warns displaced Lebanese not to return

Cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah is at risk as military actions continue despite attempts to establish peace.
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#economic-crisis

France's Macron visits Lebanon amid reconstruction hopes DW 01/17/2025

Macron's meeting in Lebanon aims to offer support and guidance to its new leadership during an economic crisis.

Lebanon President Joseph Aoun starts consultations for PM selection

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun initiates consultations to nominate a new prime minister amid a severe economic crisis.

France's Macron visits Lebanon amid reconstruction hopes DW 01/17/2025

Macron's meeting in Lebanon aims to offer support and guidance to its new leadership during an economic crisis.

Lebanon President Joseph Aoun starts consultations for PM selection

Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun initiates consultations to nominate a new prime minister amid a severe economic crisis.
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#nawaf-salam

Who is Nawaf Salam, Lebanon's PM-designate amid political shift?

Nawaf Salam's appointment as Lebanon's prime minister brings renewed hope for the pro-reform movement after years of political stagnation.

Nawaf Salam, head of the ICJ, named as Lebanon's new prime minister

Nawaf Salam's appointment as Lebanon's new prime minister brings hope for recovery post-war, despite tension with Hezbollah.

Lebanon's PM-designate Nawaf Salam promises to rescue, reform and rebuild'

Nawaf Salam aims to unify Lebanon and reform its government by reaching out across the political spectrum, despite challenges from Hezbollah.

Lebanon Names Nawaf Salam, a Diplomat and Jurist, as Prime Minister

Nawaf Salam's election as prime minister signifies a shift away from Hezbollah's longstanding political control in Lebanon.

Prominent diplomat and jurist who heads top UN court named Lebanon's new prime minister

Nawaf Salam is appointed to form a new Lebanese government, seen as a hopeful development after a devastating conflict.

Who is Nawaf Salam, Lebanon's PM-designate amid political shift?

Nawaf Salam's appointment as Lebanon's prime minister brings renewed hope for the pro-reform movement after years of political stagnation.

Nawaf Salam, head of the ICJ, named as Lebanon's new prime minister

Nawaf Salam's appointment as Lebanon's new prime minister brings hope for recovery post-war, despite tension with Hezbollah.

Lebanon's PM-designate Nawaf Salam promises to rescue, reform and rebuild'

Nawaf Salam aims to unify Lebanon and reform its government by reaching out across the political spectrum, despite challenges from Hezbollah.

Lebanon Names Nawaf Salam, a Diplomat and Jurist, as Prime Minister

Nawaf Salam's election as prime minister signifies a shift away from Hezbollah's longstanding political control in Lebanon.

Prominent diplomat and jurist who heads top UN court named Lebanon's new prime minister

Nawaf Salam is appointed to form a new Lebanese government, seen as a hopeful development after a devastating conflict.
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Trailblazing Habib makes uplifting history for Lebanon at Australian Open | Tumaini Carayol

Hady Habib made history for Lebanon by winning a match at a major grand slam during a time of national distress.
#syria

Syria's embassy in Lebanon says it's suspending consular services

Lebanese authorities are increasingly cooperating with Syria's new regime by repatriating Syrian nationals, signaling a shift in relations.

Reasons to Leave Syria-and to Return

The ongoing conflict in Syria continues to force families to navigate dangerous and unstable borders between Lebanon and Syria.

Syria's interim leader seeks to reassure minority groups DW 12/22/2024

Ahmed al-Sharaa emphasizes a new era of inclusivity and protection for all sects in Syria, amid concerns over strict Islamic governance.

Lebanon's PM meets Syria's de facto leader in Damascus

Lebanon and Syria are prioritizing cooperation to secure borders and address smuggling issues in a historic diplomatic visit.

Lebanon's Prime Minister Meets With Syrian Leader

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati's visit to Syria indicates a push for stability amid border tensions and political changes.

In Lebanon, villagers on the border watch Syria's revolution with unease

The situation along the Lebanon-Syria border shows cautious optimism among locals amidst ongoing regional turmoil and the return of refugees to Syria.

Syria's embassy in Lebanon says it's suspending consular services

Lebanese authorities are increasingly cooperating with Syria's new regime by repatriating Syrian nationals, signaling a shift in relations.

Reasons to Leave Syria-and to Return

The ongoing conflict in Syria continues to force families to navigate dangerous and unstable borders between Lebanon and Syria.

Syria's interim leader seeks to reassure minority groups DW 12/22/2024

Ahmed al-Sharaa emphasizes a new era of inclusivity and protection for all sects in Syria, amid concerns over strict Islamic governance.

Lebanon's PM meets Syria's de facto leader in Damascus

Lebanon and Syria are prioritizing cooperation to secure borders and address smuggling issues in a historic diplomatic visit.

Lebanon's Prime Minister Meets With Syrian Leader

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati's visit to Syria indicates a push for stability amid border tensions and political changes.

In Lebanon, villagers on the border watch Syria's revolution with unease

The situation along the Lebanon-Syria border shows cautious optimism among locals amidst ongoing regional turmoil and the return of refugees to Syria.
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#joseph-aoun

Lebanon chooses a new president after two years without one

Joseph Aoun's election as president marks a critical effort to stabilize Lebanon's economy and political landscape after a prolonged leadership vacuum.

Who is Joseph Aoun, the new president of Lebanon?

Joseph Aoun becomes Lebanon's 14th president, overcoming a two-year political vacuum.
His election signifies a coalition across various political factions in Lebanon.

Can a new president change Lebanon's fortunes?

Joseph Aoun's election as president marks the end of Lebanon's two-year political paralysis.

Lebanese Lawmakers Choose a President After 2 Years of Gridlock

Lebanon's parliament elected Gen. Joseph Aoun as president, breaking a two-year political deadlock and aiming for stability amid economic crisis.

Lebanon parliament elects army chief Joseph Aoun as president

Joseph Aoun has been elected as president, ending Lebanon's leadership crisis since October 2022.

Micheal Martin congratulates newly elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president, ending two-year deadlock

Joseph Aoun has been elected as Lebanon's president, filling a two-year-long vacancy amid regional political instability.

Lebanon chooses a new president after two years without one

Joseph Aoun's election as president marks a critical effort to stabilize Lebanon's economy and political landscape after a prolonged leadership vacuum.

Who is Joseph Aoun, the new president of Lebanon?

Joseph Aoun becomes Lebanon's 14th president, overcoming a two-year political vacuum.
His election signifies a coalition across various political factions in Lebanon.

Can a new president change Lebanon's fortunes?

Joseph Aoun's election as president marks the end of Lebanon's two-year political paralysis.

Lebanese Lawmakers Choose a President After 2 Years of Gridlock

Lebanon's parliament elected Gen. Joseph Aoun as president, breaking a two-year political deadlock and aiming for stability amid economic crisis.

Lebanon parliament elects army chief Joseph Aoun as president

Joseph Aoun has been elected as president, ending Lebanon's leadership crisis since October 2022.

Micheal Martin congratulates newly elected army commander Joseph Aoun as president, ending two-year deadlock

Joseph Aoun has been elected as Lebanon's president, filling a two-year-long vacancy amid regional political instability.
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#international-relations

Will Lebanon finally elect a president?

Lebanon's parliament is set to vote for a president after a two-year vacancy, amid political fragmentation and external crises.

How Trudeau turned Canadian Diplomacy into a Spectator Sport | The Walrus

Canada's silence regarding Lebanon's peace plan highlights a lack of proactive involvement in international conflicts.

Lebanon elects new president after more than two years of political crisis

Aoun's election signifies a U.S. diplomatic success influenced by Hezbollah's weakened status in the ongoing regional conflict.

Will Lebanon finally elect a president?

Lebanon's parliament is set to vote for a president after a two-year vacancy, amid political fragmentation and external crises.

How Trudeau turned Canadian Diplomacy into a Spectator Sport | The Walrus

Canada's silence regarding Lebanon's peace plan highlights a lack of proactive involvement in international conflicts.

Lebanon elects new president after more than two years of political crisis

Aoun's election signifies a U.S. diplomatic success influenced by Hezbollah's weakened status in the ongoing regional conflict.
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History made: Habib is 1st Lebanese player in Open era to play in a Grand Slam men's singles draw

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#presidential-election

Will Lebanon elect a new president after two-year vacancy? DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may elect a new president soon, critical for peace and economic recovery. It has lacked a functioning presidency for over two years.

Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential elections DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may elect a new president soon, crucial for stabilizing the country and addressing ongoing crises.

Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential election DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may finally elect a new president after over two years of political vacancy, crucial for stabilizing the ceasefire and addressing crises.

With Stakes High, Lebanese Lawmakers to Try Again to Choose a President

Lebanon is attempting to elect a president to end years of political stalemate, but uncertainty looms over the outcome.

Will Lebanon elect a new president after two-year vacancy? DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may elect a new president soon, critical for peace and economic recovery. It has lacked a functioning presidency for over two years.

Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential elections DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may elect a new president soon, crucial for stabilizing the country and addressing ongoing crises.

Great expectations for Lebanon's presidential election DW 01/09/2025

Lebanon may finally elect a new president after over two years of political vacancy, crucial for stabilizing the ceasefire and addressing crises.

With Stakes High, Lebanese Lawmakers to Try Again to Choose a President

Lebanon is attempting to elect a president to end years of political stalemate, but uncertainty looms over the outcome.
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#human-rights

Egyptian activist al-Qaradawi's family appeal to Lebanese PM for release

Al-Qaradawi's family is urging Lebanese intervention to prevent his deportation to Egypt due to fears for his life.

Lebanon approves extradition of Egyptian activist al-Qaradawi to UAE

Al-Qaradawi may face severe human rights violations if extradited to the UAE, warns Amnesty International.

Calls grow for release of jailed poet al-Qaradawi after arrest in Lebanon

Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, an Egyptian opposition activist, was detained in Lebanon based on an Egyptian arrest warrant, prompting calls for his release.

US diverting military funds from Egypt to Lebanon, report claims

The U.S. plans to send $95 million in military aid to Lebanon, shifting funds originally intended for Egypt.
Concerns over human rights issues in Egypt influenced the U.S. government's decision regarding military aid allocations.

Egyptian activist al-Qaradawi's family appeal to Lebanese PM for release

Al-Qaradawi's family is urging Lebanese intervention to prevent his deportation to Egypt due to fears for his life.

Lebanon approves extradition of Egyptian activist al-Qaradawi to UAE

Al-Qaradawi may face severe human rights violations if extradited to the UAE, warns Amnesty International.

Calls grow for release of jailed poet al-Qaradawi after arrest in Lebanon

Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, an Egyptian opposition activist, was detained in Lebanon based on an Egyptian arrest warrant, prompting calls for his release.

US diverting military funds from Egypt to Lebanon, report claims

The U.S. plans to send $95 million in military aid to Lebanon, shifting funds originally intended for Egypt.
Concerns over human rights issues in Egypt influenced the U.S. government's decision regarding military aid allocations.
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#hezbollah

At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the Destruction Is Painful'

Local business owners in southern Lebanon are working to salvage their livelihoods after intense air raids and ground invasions decimated their market.

A Late Win for Biden in the Middle East

The cease-fire in Lebanon may avert a larger regional conflict involving Israel and Iran, marking a crucial point for Biden's administration.

What Syria means for Hezbollah's efforts to rebuild Lebanon

Hezbollah is pledging compensation and rebuilding efforts for families affected by Israeli airstrikes, despite facing substantial challenges in following through.

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has begun, prompting thousands to return home to southern Lebanon amid concerns about the permanence of peace.

Najib Mikati, prime minister of Lebanon: Trump is a pragmatic man. I hope he will impose a solution for Palestine'

Lebanese Prime Minister Mikati prioritizes stability and security amidst ongoing regional complexities and a humanitarian crisis in Lebanon.

At a Beloved Lebanese Market, the Destruction Is Painful'

Local business owners in southern Lebanon are working to salvage their livelihoods after intense air raids and ground invasions decimated their market.

A Late Win for Biden in the Middle East

The cease-fire in Lebanon may avert a larger regional conflict involving Israel and Iran, marking a crucial point for Biden's administration.

What Syria means for Hezbollah's efforts to rebuild Lebanon

Hezbollah is pledging compensation and rebuilding efforts for families affected by Israeli airstrikes, despite facing substantial challenges in following through.

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect in Lebanon

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has begun, prompting thousands to return home to southern Lebanon amid concerns about the permanence of peace.

Najib Mikati, prime minister of Lebanon: Trump is a pragmatic man. I hope he will impose a solution for Palestine'

Lebanese Prime Minister Mikati prioritizes stability and security amidst ongoing regional complexities and a humanitarian crisis in Lebanon.
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#conflict

Forced to Flee South Lebanon

A Lebanese journalist documents his family's displacement amidst the Israel-Lebanon conflict, merging personal stories with broader humanitarian issues.

Beirut Gets a Reprieve-but for How Long?

Ceasefires in Lebanon's history have repeatedly proven to be temporary, often serving as mere pauses in ongoing violence rather than true resolutions.

Celine Haidar, the Lebanon player struck by shrapnel, has loved ones waiting for her to come back to life'

Lebanon's women's football team celebrated their first league title amid ongoing conflict, symbolizing resilience and joy in challenging circumstances.

Forced to Flee South Lebanon

A Lebanese journalist documents his family's displacement amidst the Israel-Lebanon conflict, merging personal stories with broader humanitarian issues.

Beirut Gets a Reprieve-but for How Long?

Ceasefires in Lebanon's history have repeatedly proven to be temporary, often serving as mere pauses in ongoing violence rather than true resolutions.

Celine Haidar, the Lebanon player struck by shrapnel, has loved ones waiting for her to come back to life'

Lebanon's women's football team celebrated their first league title amid ongoing conflict, symbolizing resilience and joy in challenging circumstances.
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In Southern Lebanon, Trauma and Grief Mark a Somber Christmas

The Christmas spirit in Tyre has been overshadowed by devastation and mourning due to recent conflicts.

Lebanon's political families: The Gemayel dynasty

The Gemayel family has profoundly influenced Lebanon's political landscape through generations marked by conflict and ambition.

Will Assad Survive in Syria? And Will the Conflict Widen Into a Regional War?

Rebel forces in Syria are rapidly advancing, putting President Bashar al-Assad's political survival in jeopardy.
#ceasefire

We will fix our homes': clean-up begins as Lebanon faces uncertain future

Residents of southern Lebanon face destruction after the ceasefire, yet they remain determined to rebuild and assert their resilience.

The World

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah brings mixed feelings in Lebanon, while the Philippines faces political uncertainty over a vice president's threat.

'As long as we can work, we will': Lebanon galleries re-open following Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Two galleries in Lebanon have re-opened after a ceasefire, signaling a cautious return of cultural activities amid ongoing tensions.

We will fix our homes': clean-up begins as Lebanon faces uncertain future

Residents of southern Lebanon face destruction after the ceasefire, yet they remain determined to rebuild and assert their resilience.

The World

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah brings mixed feelings in Lebanon, while the Philippines faces political uncertainty over a vice president's threat.

'As long as we can work, we will': Lebanon galleries re-open following Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Two galleries in Lebanon have re-opened after a ceasefire, signaling a cautious return of cultural activities amid ongoing tensions.
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A Thorn in the Occupier's Eye

Dahye symbolizes the determination of the Lebanese Resistance against Israeli occupation, showcasing the people's steadfastness despite devastation.

Who Is Massad Boulos, the Lebanese American Tycoon and Trump Adviser?

Boulos's appointment as adviser signifies potential influence on U.S. Middle Eastern policy amidst ongoing regional crises.

Our seeds, our roots': Sowing hope as Israeli bombs fell on Lebanon

An agroecological collective in Lebanon built a seed library of over 1,000 seeds to combat potential starvation amid ongoing conflict.

How a small Lebanese town became a haven from Israel's war

Bar Elias residents feel a moral obligation to support displaced families from Israel's invasion of Lebanon.
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