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In post-war Lebanon, Hezbollah grapples with new relationship to the state

What does the future look like for a militarily, politically and financially weakened Hezbollah?

Lebanon's president seeks French, US support for Israeli withdrawal

Lebanon's president seeks French, US support for Israeli withdrawal

Lebanese leaders said Beirut was in contact with Washington and Paris to press Israel to fully withdraw from south Lebanon, branding its presence in five points an "occupation" following the expiry of a ceasefire deadline.

Radio France Internationale

Israeli Military Set To Miss Lebanon Withdrawal Deadline Despite Pushback

Israeli Military Set To Miss Lebanon Withdrawal Deadline Despite Pushback

Israel was poised to again miss a deadline for withdrawing its troops from Lebanon after the military said Monday it would remain in five "strategic points" despite pushback from Beirut.

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Lebanon President Vows Punishment For Attackers Of UN Peacekeeper

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun vowed to punish the perpetrators of an attack on a United Nations peacekeeping convoy, with authorities set to hold an emergency meeting on Saturday.

International Business Times

Lebanon marks 20th anniversary of Rafik Hariri's assassination amid political shifts

Thousands of supporters have gathered in downtown Beirut to mark the 20th anniversary of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri’s assassination

The Independent UK

Lebanon names new government after two-year caretaker cabinet

PM Salam has formed a new government as Hezbollah appears increasingly sidelined.

War-torn Lebanon forms its first government in over 2 years

Lebanon’s new prime minister has formed the country’s first full-fledged government since 2022

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Lead investigator resumes Beirut port blast probe and plans to question senior officials

Lead investigator resumes Beirut port blast probe and plans to question senior officials

A Lebanese judge has resumed his investigation into the devastating 2020 Beirut Port explosion

The Independent UK

US Envoy Says Hezbollah 'Defeated', Must Not Be In Lebanon Government

US Envoy Says Hezbollah 'Defeated', Must Not Be In Lebanon Government

A senior US official visiting Beirut warned Friday against any Hezbollah presence in Lebanon's new government, saying the Iran-backed group was "defeated" in its war with Israel.

International Business Times

The US draws a 'red line' over including Hezbollah in Lebanon's government, new envoy says

The US draws a 'red line' over including Hezbollah in Lebanon's government, new envoy says

A newly appointed U.S. envoy says she hopes Lebanese authorities are committed to making sure that the Hezbollah militant group is not a part of the new government in any form

The Independent UK

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: Why is Israel still in southern Lebanon?

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: Why is Israel still in southern Lebanon?

Israel had agreed to pull all troops out of Lebanese territory over the 60 days of the now-expired ceasefire.

Israel Poised To Miss Deadline For Lebanon Pullout

Israel Poised To Miss Deadline For Lebanon Pullout

The Israeli military is all but certain to miss a Sunday deadline to withdraw from southern Lebanon under a ceasefire deal that ended its war with Hezbollah two months ago.

International Business Times

Hezbollah demands Israeli forces complete withdrawal from Lebanon on time

Hezbollah demands Israeli forces complete withdrawal from Lebanon on time

Israel says the ceasefire agreement is not being implemented fast enough.

Saudi Foreign Minister Visits Lebanon After Decade

Saudi Foreign Minister Visits Lebanon After Decade

Saudi Arabia's diplomatic visit to Lebanon signals potential improved relations post-ceasefire and political changes.

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The Independent UK

Saudi foreign minister makes first official trip to Lebanon in a decade after years of strained ties

Saudi Arabia’s top diplomat has visited Lebanon for the first time in a decade following years of strained relations between the oil-rich kingdom and the tiny Mediterranean country

Is Hezbollah weakened as Lebanon shifts towards new governance?

Lebanon has a new president and prime minister – but can they challenge groups like Hezbollah for dominance?

Israel must withdraw from Lebanon by January 26 deadline: President Aoun

Lebanon’s new president’s comments come after the UN chief called on Israel to end its ‘occupation’ of southern Lebanon.

Radio France Internationale

French President Macron in Lebanon to support new leadership

France's President Emmanuel Macron was in Lebanon on Friday, where he was due to meet his newly-elected counterpart and offer support to leaders seeking to open a new chapter in their country's turbulent history.

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International Business Times

France's Macron In Lebanon To Back New Leadership

France's President Emmanuel Macron was in Lebanon on Friday, where he was due to meet his newly-elected counterpart and offer support to leaders seeking to open a new chapter in their country's turbulent history.

Radio France Internationale

Macron to visit Lebanon amid promises of renewed French support

French President Emmanuel Macron will visit Lebanon on Friday, both countries announced, marking the second head of state visit since Lebanon elected a president last week.

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

Pro-reform movement sees new hope with Salam’s appointment as prime minister.

The Conversation

Lebanon’s new president faces uphill struggle to steer country away from brink of collapse

Lebanon’s parliament elected a new president on January 9 after a two-year political deadlock and 13 failed attempts. Joseph Aoun met the threshold for victory in the second round of voting after his rival, a Hezbollah-backed candidate called Suleiman Frangieh, withdrew from the race.

International Business Times

Lebanon's New PM Says Reaching Out To All Sides To Save Country

Lebanon's new Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Tuesday that he was reaching out to all political persuasions to help "rescue" his crisis-hit country ahead of talks aimed at forming a government.

Lebanon's New Prime Minister Brings Hope For Reconstruction

Nawaf Salam appointed as Lebanon's new prime minister post-conflict, facing economic challenges. Optimism rises for stability.

Judge Nawaf Salam Designated Lebanon's Next Prime Minister

Nawaf Salam, ICJ's top judge, becomes Lebanon's new PM, facing resistance from Hezbollah and Amal due to sect differences.

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