Lebanon has a new central bank governor. But critics say he’s too close to traditional powers who created the crisis.
Lebanon’s new central bank chief vows to fight money laundering and terrorism funding
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanon’s new central bank governor vowed Friday that the institution will fight money laundering and the financing of terrorism and will work independently away from political …
Upcoming IMF, World Bank Spring Meetings: Lebanon finalizes bank reform bill ahead of talks
Days before a Lebanese delegation is set to participate in the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank in Washington on April 21, the Lebanese government has finalized …
Lebanon under pressure to pass key financial reforms—What are the IMF’s conditions?
As Lebanon braces for the upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) Spring Meetings in Washington on April 21, pressure is mounting on the government and parliament to finalize crucial financial …
Turkey’s Erdoğan meets pro-Kurdish MPs as they seek to end 40-year insurgency
The recent PKK ceasefire came against the backdrop of fundamental changes in the region, including the reconfiguration of power in Syria, the weakening of Hezbollah in Lebanon and the Israel-Hamas war …
Del Webb at Barton Village starts building new 55-over community in Lebanon with 700 homes
Building and sales are underway on the first phase of a sprawling housing development for people 55 years and older in Lebanon that is approved for more than 700 single-family homes. Del Webb at …
A 176-year-old historic Lebanon mansion hits the market for $1.39M
A 176-year-old historic mansion in greater Cincinnati has hit the market for just under $1.4 million. Located at 229 S. Broadway St. in Lebanon, the four-bed, two-and-a-half bath historic mansion is …
Israel targets Hezbollah in south Lebanon as US envoy visits
A strike Sunday that Israel said targeted Hezbollah killed two people in south Lebanon, according to authorities, as a US envoy was visiting for talks on the militant group and economic reforms. On …
In Southern Syria, Israel Is the Power That Matters
They were serving their required military service and had already been in Gaza and southern Lebanon. One said they prevent villagers from crossing the area, even to graze their livestock, for security …
Lebanon bank chief takes office, pledging to combat money laundering
The governor of Lebanon’s central bank, Karim Souaid, took office on Friday, pledging to advance key reforms demanded by international creditors to unlock bailout funds as the country reels from a …