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Lebanon and Syria reach ceasefire agreement after deadly border clashes

Lebanon and Syria have agreed on a ceasefire following deadly clashes along their shared border, which resulted in 10 deaths over the past two days. Lebanese Defence Minister Michel Menassa and Syrian Defence Minister Murhaf Abu Qasra confirmed the agreement in statements on Monday. The cross-border......

Tensions escalate as Syrian, Lebanese armies clash over soldiers' deaths

The Lebanese army has confirmed ongoing communication with Syrian authorities following a violent exchange of fire along the border between the two nations. This latest conflict was ignited by the kidnapping and killing of three Syrian soldiers, an act for which Lebanon’s defense ministry has laid......

Israel’s Defense Minister Confirms Army’s Continued Presence in Buffer Zone

Israel’s Defense Minister, Yoav Katz, announced on Thursday that the Israeli army plans to remain in the buffer zone along the Lebanese border indefinitely. The area has been under a ceasefire since November 27, following two months of open warfare with Hezbollah. Katz emphasized that despite the......

Lebanon's PM calls for sovereignty, reform, and unity in parliamentary address

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam addressed the parliament on Tuesday, outlining his government’s vision for a state that prioritizes sovereignty, security, and reform. He emphasized the creation of a state capable of defending its citizens, upholding independence, and fostering strong......

Lebanon's Concerns Over Israel's Military Withdrawal Deadline

As the deadline for Israel's military withdrawal from southern Lebanon approaches, the Lebanese government is expressing growing concerns about whether all Israeli troops will leave as planned by February 18. This anxiety comes amid ongoing small-scale attacks by Israeli forces, highlighting the......

Israel strikes Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, violating ceasefire again

Israel has launched a series of airstrikes on Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley, marking yet another violation of the fragile ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. The Israeli military confirmed on Friday that it had targeted multiple Hezbollah positions near the Syrian border in the east. The strikes come......

Lebanon's Parliament Struggles to End Presidential Vacancy

Lebanon’s parliament convened once again in an attempt to elect a president, aiming to resolve a two-year leadership void. In the first round of voting, army commander Joseph Aoun emerged as the leading candidate with 71 votes out of 128 but fell short of the two-thirds majority required for a......

Bourita: Lebanon Ceasefire Is A Positive Development That Must Be Respected

Morocco’s Foreign Minister, Nasser Bourita, has emphasized the importance of respecting and consolidating the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, calling it a “positive development” that is vital for the country's unity and territorial security. His remarks came on Tuesday during a......

 Trump's Appointment of Massad Boulos as Senior Advisor for Arab and Middle Eastern Affairs

United States President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Lebanon-born businessman Massad Boulos as his senior White House advisor for Arab and Middle Eastern affairs. This move highlights Trump's continuing efforts to shape his administration, particularly concerning policies in the Middle East.......