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Lebanon: Rahi Rejects Obstruction of the Constitution, Disabling the Nation

Lebanon’s Maronite Patriarch Bechara Al Rahi criticized Monday the efforts of some political parties to obstruct the implementation of Lebanon’s constitution, the formation of its government, and the crucial upcoming presidential elections. “We can not thrive in atmospheres of hatred, accusations, and abuse, at the level of political parties and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Toxin-Spewing Generators Keep the Lights on around Middle East

They literally run the country. In parking lots, on flatbed trucks, hospital courtyards and rooftops, private generators are ubiquitous in parts of the Middle East, spewing hazardous fumes into homes and businesses 24 hours a day. As the world looks for renewable energy to tackle climate change, millions of people…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Toxin-spewing generators keep the lights on around Mideast

They literally run the country

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In parts of Mideast, power generators spew toxic fumes 24/7

They literally run the country

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Lebanon Seeks to Contain Fallout from Amendment to UN Peacekeepers’ Mission

Lebanese authorities sought to contain the fallout of the amendments introduced to the mission of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) that is deployed in the country’s South, a Hezbollah stronghold. At the request of the Lebanese government, the UN Security Council extended UNIFIL’s mandate for another year…

Asharq Al-Awsat

'A Necessity': Lebanon's Forced Conversion to Solar

Thanks to solar energy, residents of the northern Lebanese village of Toula are finally able to enjoy ice cream again -- a treat in a sun-baked country plagued by power cuts. Lebanon's economy collapsed in 2019 after decades of corruption and mismanagement, leaving the state unable to provide electricity for…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon: Purge Targets Bassil’s Rivals within FPM

Leadership ranks of Lebanon’s Free Patriotic Movement (FPM) have been shaken after its chief, Gebran Bassil, has apparently started an internal “purge” to clear out his opponents within the movement. After reports on the FPM dismissing former lawmaker Ziad Aswad, ex-MP Mario Aoun announced his resignation from the movement and…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Lebanese Caution after Hochstein Lauds ‘Very Good Progress’ in Maritime Border Talks

The US mediator arbitrating negotiations of the maritime border between Lebanon and Israel, Amos Hochstein, reported “very good progress” towards arranging for a deal that benefits the Lebanese economy. Hochstein’s optimism followed his meetings with several Lebanese officials in Beirut. Many in Lebanon remain “cautious” as the results of talks…

Asharq Al-Awsat

US envoy needs more time in Lebanon-Israel maritime dispute

The U.S. envoy mediating between Lebanon and Israel over the two countries' disputed maritime border says some progress has been made but more work needs to be done to resolve the issue between the two nations

The Independent UK

Sami Gemayel: We Refuse to Be Held Hostage by Hezbollah

The head of the Lebanese Kataeb Party, Sami Gemayel, warned against some opposition parties resorting to a settlement with Hezbollah in the upcoming presidential elections, noting that the past six years of President Michel Aoun’s reign “led to a complete collapse.” In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat, Gemayel said: “We…

Asharq Al-Awsat

U.S. mediator: 'very good progress' in Lebanon-Israel maritime talks

The U.S. mediator in a longstanding maritime border dispute between Israel and Lebanon said on Friday that the negotiations to resolve the conflict have made "very good progress."

Reuters

US Envoy Needs More Time in Lebanon-Israel Maritime Dispute

The US envoy mediating between Lebanon and Israel over the two countries' disputed maritime border said Friday some progress has been made but that more work needs to be done to resolve the issue. Amos Hochstein, a senior adviser for energy security at the US State Department, has been mediating…

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘No evidence’ of navy ramming in April Lebanon boat disaster

An investigation conducted by an Australian NGO says boat is largely intact, but families dispute the findings.

Al Jazeera

Gas to Flow 'in Weeks' from Israeli Licensed Field Disputed by Lebanon

A London-listed company licensed by Israel to extract gas from a maritime field that is in part claimed by Lebanon announced Thursday that it would begin yielding output within weeks. The "assets have outperformed our expectations and our flagship Karish project is on track to start production within weeks," Energean…

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Analysis-Lebanon's bid for IMF deal hits snags

Five months after Lebanon's draft IMF deal raised hopes it could finally pull together an economic reform plan to address its financial meltdown, political and financial elites are obstructing prospects of securing any rescue package.

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘Bi Nos Aley’ Puts the Bride of Lebanon Back on the Artistic Map

Aley, dubbed the “bride of summer getaways” for its cool climate, draws Lebanese citizens, residents, expats, and tourists, especially from the Arab world. For many years, it was a seasonal hub for those seeking entertainment and art.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Bomb Explodes in the Garden of Lebanon’s Public Works Minister

A bomb exploded in the outdoor space of the residence of Lebanon’s caretaker Public Works and Transport Minister Ali Hamieh in the Bekaa town of Tarya, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport announced on Thursday. The bomb was attached to electric wires and placed in the garden of Hamieh’s…

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Lebanon: Aoun Says Caretaker Govt Unqualified to Run President’s Tasks

Lebanese President Michel Aoun stressed on Wednesday that the current caretaker government is incapable of running the duties of the President if efforts fail to elect a new head of state on time. The President affirmed that he will leave the Baabda Presidential Palace on October 31 at midnight when…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanese Delegation Heads to Iran to Acquire Fuel as 'Gift'

The Lebanese government is preparing to send a technical delegation to Iran to negotiate acquiring "free" fuel to ease the power outages crisis in the country, which now supplies only one or two hours of state-provided electricity per day. Lebanon is seeking Iranian fuel and wants to avoid US sanctions.

ABC News

Lebanon seeks to name second investigator to stalled Beirut blast probe, outraging victims

The appointment of a second judge, without the power to summon suspects or press charges, would undermine the investigation, victims say.

The Independent UK

Families slam plans for 2nd judge to probe Beirut port blast

Dozens of relatives of the victims of Beirut’s 2020 massive port blast have protested plans by the judiciary to name a second investigative judge, calling the move an attempt by the country’s political class to prevent justice

Newcastle Herald

Jesmond tailor and Ukrainian support worker among 220 new citizens welcomed in Newcastle

"When I first came here it was very hard. A new language, new country."

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon Seeks to Name 2nd Investigator to Stalled Beirut Blast Probe

Lebanon's judiciary wants to appoint a second judge to a stalled investigation into the Beirut port blast, according to a letter seen by Reuters, further complicating efforts to hold officials to account over a tragedy that killed more than 220 people. Judge Tarek Bitar's investigation into the 2020 explosion, which…

Reuters

Lebanon seeks to name second investigator to stalled Beirut blast probe

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