Tag: Lebanon

Lebanon Declares Any Remaining Israeli Presence as Occupation, Vows to Expel Forces
During a high-level meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, Presidential Spokesperson Najat Charafeddine declared that Lebanon will consider any remaining Israeli presence on its territory as occupation and has the right to use all available means to secure their expulsion and reclaim national lands. Unified National […]
February 18, 2025

Lebanese Government Pledges to Liberate Territory as Israeli Withdrawal Deadline Nears
The Lebanese government vowed on Monday to liberate all of its territory “exclusively with its own forces”, as the deadline for Israeli troops to withdraw from southern Lebanon approaches on February 18. Lebanese Information Minister, Paul Morcos, made the announcement during a televised press conference, emphasizing the government’s commitment to assert sovereignty over its entire […]
February 17, 2025

Violent Attack Targets UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon, Injuring Deputy Commander
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam expressed his rejection of violence against UNIFIL vehicles and personnel during discussions with the UN Special Coordinator and General Aroldo Lázaro, the mission’s commander. Related: Israel Wants to Keep Territories in Syria and Lebanon: Lavrov The situation in Lebanon has been marked by a violent attack against the United Nations […]
February 14, 2025

Israel Wants to Keep Territories in Syria and Lebanon: Lavrov
The Golan Heights can be considered lost lands from the perspective of restoring justice, the Russian diplomat pointed out. On Tuesday, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Israel not only of continuing the bloodshed in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank but also of intending to take over territories in Syria and Lebanon. RELATED: […]
February 4, 2025

Egypt Demands Complete Israeli Withdrawal from Southern Lebanon
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for the full and unconditional withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, stressing that Lebanese refugees must be allowed to return home. Related:More Than 300 Aid Trucks Enter Gaza From Egypt on the First Day of Ceasefire Egypt’s Position on Ceasefire and Sovereignty During a briefing in Beirut, Abdelatty […]
January 31, 2025

Recent Israeli Army Attacks in Southern Lebanon Leave At Least 18 Wounded
This new outbreak of violence comes after the expiration of the initial ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Shiite Hezbollah group, which was extended until February 18. Related: Israel Maintains Military Presence in Southern Lebanon Following Ceasefire Agreement In a context of rising tension and violence, at least 18 people were injured in attacks by […]
January 28, 2025

Lebanese Government Confirms Extension of Ceasefire Agreement with Israel Until February 18
The Lebanese Government announced on Monday the extension of its ceasefire agreement with Israel until February 18, 2025, reaffirming its commitment to preserving the nation’s sovereignty and security. Related:Israel Maintains Military Presence in Southern Lebanon Following Ceasefire Agreement Prime Minister Najib Mikati shared the update via his account on the platform X, stating, “After reviewing […]
January 27, 2025

Lebanese resistance demands full compliance with the withdrawal of Israeli forces
The Lebanese Resistance Movement (Hezbollah) asserted this Thursday that the urgent end of the 60-day deadline for the withdrawal of Israeli forces requires full and complete observance of what was agreed upon in the ceasefire pact of last November. Related:Lebanon’s Designated Prime Minister Nawaf Salam Reports Progress on Government Formation Likewise, in a statement, they […]
January 23, 2025

Lebanon’s Designated Prime Minister Nawaf Salam Reports Progress on Government Formation
Lebanon’s designated Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, announced progress in forming a government amidst ongoing speculation regarding its composition and proposed candidates. Related:Nawaf Salam, the New Prime Minister of Lebanon: A Shift Towards Reform Amid Political Crisis Following a meeting with President Joseph Aoun, Salam reaffirmed his commitment to establishing a cabinet in line with constitutional […]
January 21, 2025

Nawaf Salam, the New Prime Minister of Lebanon: A Shift Towards Reform Amid Political Crisis
During these meetings, Salam managed to secure the support of 84 out of 128 members of the House, while 35 did not nominate any candidates and nine supported former Prime Minister Najib Mikati. Related: Lebanon: Army Chief is Elected as the New President In a significant development for Lebanese politics, the parliamentary blocs have chosen […]