Same Old Hariri, Newly Traumatized Lebanon… Lebanon has come full circle. A year ago, a million Lebanese thronged the streets and demanded the removal of the entire political class, as they chanted …
Syria’s President Assad cuts tax for low-income workers – presidency
The economy has been hit also by a financial crisis in neighbouring Lebanon that has choked off a key source of dollars. In a separate decision, the presidency also said Assad was giving a one-time …
As Lebanon’s Hariri appears to make a comeback, a popular uprising turns into a political front
A 360-degree turn in Lebanon’s political mood has prompted activists to organize into political parties and alliances.
Factbox: Lebanon’s Spiralling Economic Crisis
Political chaos, the COVID-19 pandemic and a huge explosion at Beirut’s port, which killed nearly 200 people and caused billions of dollars in damage, have all deepened Lebanon’s troubles. After …
Lebanon’s President Aoun vows to see through new PM nomination
Sign up for our COVID-19 newsletter to stay up-to-date on the latest coronavirus news throughout New York City BEIRUT (Reuters) – Lebanon’s President Michel Aoun said on Wednesday he would fulfill his …
Lebanon’s President vows to see through PM nomination, face anyone blocking reforms
Lebanese President Michel Aoun delivers televised address to the public on eve of Lebanon’s centenary at the presidential palace in Baabda, Lebanon in this undated handout released on Augu …
Lebanon’s unfinished revolution: One year after protests, change has yet to come
It’s been one year since anti-government protests broke out in Lebanon. They resulted in the resignation of the country’s Prime Minister Saad Hariri. However, the sectarian system of politics that …
Pompeo discusses Israel-Lebanon common maritime boundary with Aoun
I also underscored the importance for Lebanon’s political leaders to implement reforms as called for by the Lebanese people,” Pompeo tweeted.
DWYM: Kidnapping scam terrifies Lebanon woman
Police in Warren County are warning about a frightening phone scam where they claim your son or daughter has been kidnapped.
Lebanon: The revolution that has come full circle
next to the site of the Aug. 4 deadly blast in the seaport of Beirut that killed scores and wounded thousands in Beirut, Lebanon, Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020. (AP Photo/Hassan Ammar) In October 2019, the …