Syria And Lebanon Leaders Congratulate President Trump For Closer Relations Syria's de facto leader and Lebanon's new president express optimism for improved relations with the US under President Trump. Top News · Jan 21, 2025
Timeline: The path to the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in Gaza The ceasefire deal began on Sunday, January 19. Here’s a look at the long road to a deal that could end the Gaza war. Al Jazeera · Jan 19, 2025
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. Al Jazeera · Jan 18, 2025
More than 1,000 Syrians have withdrawn asylum applications in Cyprus, another 500 have returned home A Cypriot official says more than 1,000 Syrian nationals have withdrawn their applications for asylum or international protection because they intend to return to their homeland The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025
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. Radio France Internationale · Jan 17, 2025
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. International Business Times · Jan 17, 2025
World Leaders Support Ceasefire And Hostage Deal Between Israel And Hamas World leaders support Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal. UN, EU, Turkey, Lebanon, Australia, Japan, South Africa back agreement. Top News · Jan 16, 2025
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. Radio France Internationale · Jan 15, 2025
Lebanon's PM-Designate Prioritizes Rebuilding After War And Economic Crisis Lebanon's prime minister-designate outlines vision for post-war reconstruction and economic recovery, emphasizing inclusivity and modernization. Top News · Jan 14, 2025
Who is Nawaf Salam, Lebanon’s PM-designate amid political shift? Pro-reform movement sees new hope with Salam’s appointment as prime minister. Al Jazeera · Jan 14, 2025
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. The Conversation · Jan 14, 2025
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. International Business Times · Jan 14, 2025
‘We are all obsessed with him now’: Hady Habib thrills Lebanese diaspora with Australian Open success First Lebanese tennis player to reach a grand slam unites community in wild celebration and renewed hope The Guardian - AU · Jan 14, 2025
Lebanon’s PM-designate Nawaf Salam promises to ‘rescue, reform and rebuild’ Salam says he is reaching out across the political spectrum in nod to Hezbollah, which opposed his nomination. Al Jazeera · Jan 14, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2025 Civilian casualties of explosive weapons at highest level in more than a decade Study says 61,353 non-combatants were killed or wounded in 2024, an increase of 67% on the previous year
Top News · Jan 13, 2025 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.
The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025 Prominent diplomat and jurist who heads top UN court named Lebanon's new prime minister Lebanon’s new president has asked prominent diplomat and jurist Nawaf Salam to form the country’s new government after Salam was named prime minister by a large number of legislators
Top News · Jan 13, 2025 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.
Al Jazeera · Jan 13, 2025 Lebanon’s president names ICJ judge Nawaf Salam as PM-designate The designation shows a shift in the power balance in Lebanon as Hezbollah wanted Najib Mikati to keep the job.
Top News · Jan 13, 2025 Progress In Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Talks And Hostage Release Updates on Israel-Hamas ceasefire talks in Gaza and UAE-Lebanon relations post Gen. Aoun's election.
The Independent UK · Jan 13, 2025 Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire talks press on in Qatar Officials say Israel and Hamas appear to be inching closer to a phased ceasfire agreement
Al Jazeera · Jan 13, 2025 Lebanon President Joseph Aoun starts consultations for PM selection Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and top ICJ judge Nawaf Salam seen as frontrunners.
International Business Times · Jan 13, 2025 New Lebanon President Starts Consultations On Naming PM New Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will begin parliamentary consultations Monday over designating a prime minister to form a government that will have to face major challenges in the crisis-hit country.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 12, 2025 Trailblazing Habib makes uplifting history for Lebanon at Australian Open The first Lebanese match-winner at a grand slam has offered unlikely inspiration for his war-torn country
The Independent UK · Jan 12, 2025 Hady Habib: Nice to get Australian Open win for Lebanon The 26-year-old became the first man representing Lebanon to win a main draw grand slam match in the Open era.