The government held its first meeting, led by President Joseph Aoun and attended by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and ministers at Baabda Palace. The President congratulated the government on gaining Parliament’s trust with 95 votes and emphasized the importance of responsibility. Key Decisions: 2025 Budget: The government decided to approve the 2025 budget by decree […]
A controversial Lebanese flag has been removed from Martyrs’ Square in Beirut following widespread criticism. The flag, which was meant to promote awareness for International Women’s Day, sparked a wide debate about the use of national symbols for advocacy purposes. The campaign was organized by the Lebanese newspaper An-Nahar, whose main office is located near Martyrs’ […]
President Joseph Aoun made his first official trip abroad since being elected, meeting Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh. Before the meeting, Aoun expressed his hope to thank the kingdom for supporting Lebanon’s stability and institutions. During the visit, Aoun and the Crown Prince laid the groundwork for future cooperation agreements between the […]
Lebanon Bans New Captain America Movie Over Israeli Actress Lebanon has banned (Captain America: Brave New World) due to the casting of Israeli actress Shira Haas, who plays Sabra, an Israeli superhero and Mossad agent. After the casting was announced, pro-Palestine activists called for a boycott, leading to the ban. The Lebanese Ministry of Economy […]
As Ramadan arrives in Lebanon, families prepare for the special tradition of iftar. But this year, the rising cost of food and inflation have made these meals harder to afford. The beloved gatherings to break the fast are now becoming a challenge for many families struggling to manage their budgets. Families Struggling to Adapt With […]
After a long break, political and parliamentary work has started again. Since Prime Minister Najib Mikati’s government, “Together for Rescue,” gained confidence in 2021 at the UNESCO Palace, it became a long-term caretaker government due to an unexpected presidential vacancy. Today, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam’s government, called “Reform and Rescue,” is being presented in Parliament. […]
CPI Starts 2025 with Modest Increase The consumer price index (CPI) rose by 1.10 percent in January 2025, showing a 16.09 percent increase from January 2024 to January 2025, according to Lebanon’s Central Administration of Statistics. Despite significant events in January, such as Joseph Aoun becoming president, Nawaf Salam being appointed prime minister, and Israel […]
“We Are Tired of Others’ Wars” President Joseph Aoun told an Iranian delegation on Sunday that Lebanon is “tired” of external conflicts happening on its land. During his meeting with the Iranian delegation visiting Lebanon to participate in the funeral, led by Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, President Joseph Aoun said, “Lebanon is tired […]
Sources indicate that the Trump administration has given the Lebanese government a one-month ultimatum to take decisive action. “Al-Liwaa” has learned that the follow-up on the issue of the Israeli withdrawal, according to the deadline of February 18, will be coordinated through communication between the President of the Republic, the Speaker of Parliament, and the […]
Lebanon’s Efforts to Ensure Israeli Withdrawal With just hours left until February 18, the scheduled date for the Israeli army’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon, Lebanese officials are making intense efforts to ensure that the withdrawal happens as planned. According to Al-Diyar newspaper, the Israeli army is expected to leave all occupied villages and towns but […]
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