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Amid escalating tensions, South Korea extends a hand in dialogue to its northern neighbor
Ad-Diyar: South Korea offered its northern neighbor military talks amid political and border tensions between the two countries. Deputy Defense Minister Kim Hong-cheol said at a press conference in Seoul that South Korea “offers…
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Salam at the meeting “Towards Developing Public Transport in Lebanon”: The crisis in this sector has an economic cost that we all pay, which the World Bank estimated about ten years ago at more than two billion dollars a year. Time lost in traffic jams is time taken away from work and production.
LBCI: 0 min Salam at the meeting “Towards Developing Public Transport in Lebanon”: The crisis in this sector has an economic cost that we all pay, which the World Bank estimated about ten years ago at more than two billion dollars a year. Time lost in traffic jams is time taken away from work and production * In order to preserve…
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Okaz: Saudi Arabia’s bet on global trade corridors is part of a broader shift in the concept of economic power
Elnashra: The Saudi newspaper Okaz noted that Saudi Arabia’s geographical location is no longer merely a location on the world map, but has become one of the most important elements of economic power…
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Australia imposes sanctions on North Korean individuals and companies over criminal cyber activities
Ad-Diyar: Australia announced that it had imposed sanctions on individuals and companies from North Korea over their involvement in “criminal cyber activities” and the use of workers in the information technology sector in “fraudulent” ways in order to provide…
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Oil edges lower after reaching its highest levels in 5 months
Ad-Diyar: Oil prices saw little change at the start of Asian trading today, Friday, after rising 4% to their highest levels in 5 months during the previous session amid fears of further disruptions in…
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Gold prices fall: lowest level for the yellow metal in 4 months
Al Anbaa: Gold prices fell today and are heading for their biggest weekly drop in more than four months, as rising oil prices and strong U.S. economic data boosted expectations that the Federal Reserve (the U.S. central bank) will keep interest rates at elevated levels…
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Gold heads for its biggest weekly loss in more than 4 months
Ad-Diyar: Gold prices fell on Friday and are heading for their biggest weekly decline in more than 4 months, as rising oil prices and strong U.S. economic data bolstered expectations that the Council…
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Up or down? Here are the new fuel prices
Al Jadeed: 95-octane gasoline: 2,686,000 Lebanese pounds (-53,000); 98-octane gasoline: 2,704,000 Lebanese pounds (-53,000). Diesel: 2,564,000 Lebanese pounds (+1,000). Gas: 1,494,000 Lebanese pounds (without…
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Aoun briefed by the central bank governor on his meetings in Bangkok: We must move forward with banking sector reform and protect depositors’ rights
LBCI: Banque du Liban Governor Karim Said briefed President of the Republic General Joseph Aoun on the results of his recent meetings held in Bangkok on the sidelines of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund. These meetings included senior officials from the International Monetary Fund, the Arab Monetary Fund, …
Oil prices edge slightly lower as supply concerns persist
Al Manar: Oil prices saw little change at the start of Asian trading today, Friday, after rising 4% to their highest levels in five months during the previous session amid fears of further disruptions to energy supplies. Brent crude futures fell 21 cents, or 0.2%, to…
An IMF delegation in Lebanon next month... Is an agreement near?
Al Anbaa: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said, at the conclusion of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank in Bangkok, that “there is ongoing joint work with Lebanon,” noting that “we still have some joint work and additional steps ahead of us that need to be completed…”
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Will the Arctic route redraw the map of global trade?
Al Anbaa: The map of maritime trade between Asia and Europe is no longer what it was just a few years ago. Disruptions in the Red Sea and the risks surrounding passage, along with the time and costs resulting from rerouting ships, have prompted shipping companies to seek alternatives that had not attracted much interest. One of them is a route that passes through the far north…
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Britain approves the Jackdaw field... Will it boost domestic gas security and lower bills?
An-Nahar: The impact of domestic gas production in Britain on household heating bills, with a review of the decision to develop the Jackdaw field and its effect on supply security and policies…
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A new schedule of fuel prices...
LBCI: The new fuel price schedule was issued this morning, and the prices are as follows: - 95-octane gasoline: 2.686.000 Lebanese pounds (-53.000) - 98-octane gasoline: 2.704.000 Lebanese pounds (-53.000) - Diesel: 2.564.000 Lebanese pounds (+1.000) - Gas: 1.494.000 pounds…
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Gold falls... How much did the ounce cost?
Al Jadeed: Gold prices fell and are heading for their biggest weekly decline in more than four…
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Gold retreats as oil touches its highest levels in months
An-Nahar: Gold and oil prices fell amid expectations that U.S. interest rates would remain high, and the impact of Houthi attacks on energy supplies…
$114 billion evaporates… An earthquake hits "Meta"—and this is why!
Lebanon Debate: $114 billion evaporates… An earthquake hits "Meta"—and this is…
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What future for the crisis-hit republic... A special feature by An-Nahar on the anniversary of the Taif Agreement
An-Nahar: A comprehensive analysis of the Taif Agreement and its role in ending the Lebanese war, the challenges of implementing it, and the prospects for Lebanon’s political and economic future amid the crises…
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MTV Lebanon: Tehran negotiates with the world on a bed of oil and fireThe state yields to the threat of the "mini-state"... Geagea: Arrest the officials of the "party"Read…
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5 economic sectors present their vision of the challenges facing Lebanon
An-Nahar: Articles on the importance of political and economic stability in Lebanon, addressing old deposits, judicial reform, digitization, and oil management to achieve economic growth…
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Between Hope and Despair... How Do Young People See a Way Out of Lebanon’s Crisis?
An-Nahar: How do young Lebanese see a way out of the crisis? Divergent views, ranging from hope for reform to despair over Lebanon’s deteriorating political and economic reality since…
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A slight decline in oil prices, with Brent crude at the $113-per-barrel mark
Elnashra: Oil prices saw little change at the start of Asian trading today, Friday, after rising four percent to their highest levels in five months during the previous session…
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Gold heads for its biggest weekly drop since June as the price per ounce falls to 4018 dollars
Elnashra: Gold prices fell on Friday and are heading for their biggest weekly decline in more than four months, as rising oil prices and US economic data…
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A Third World War? Why not?
An-Nahar: An analytical look at world events and tensions that could lead to a third world war, focusing on conflicts, arms buildup, and economic effects…
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Germany expects tax revenues to exceed one trillion euros next year
An-Nahar: The German government expects higher tax revenues in 2027, with no new room for maneuver in public spending despite an improvement…
AI is helping humanity tackle a trillion-dollar food waste crisis
Ya Libnan: Photo illustration- Human compassion, supported by artificial intelligence: reducing food waste, improving deliveries and helping more families eat. From commercial kitchens to emergency food deliveries, artificial intelligence is helping people protect…
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Raising the withdrawal ceiling amid Banque du Liban’s capacity and market risks: Are the additional amounts counted toward the 100 thousand dollars?
Elnashra: For depositors, the issue is no longer limited to how many dollars they can withdraw monthly; it is now also tied to the fate of these amounts and whether they will be counted against the principal…
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Peru | Government announces a spending plan of 18 billion soles to address the giant “El Niño” phenomenon
Al Manar: Peru’s President Keiko Fujimori announced that her government would adopt an additional financial package worth 18 billion soles for next year, as part of its response to the expected giant “El Niño” phenomenon, affirming that the state’s response would be stronger than the climate threat itself. The announcement came during a press conference held at the Government Palace…
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Trump invokes a Cold War-era law to support oil production and refining
Al Manar: U.S. President Donald Trump has determined that oil production and refining, as well as activities related to them, are essential to national defense. In a presidential memorandum, Trump invoked a section of the Cold War-era Defense Production Act, allowing him to provide financial incentives for activities related to…
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“Airbnb” bans hosts from requiring guests to wash the dishes and take out the trash
Lebanon 24: The American short-term accommodation rental platform “Airbnb” announced new changes to its host rules, aimed at making the guest experience easier and limiting the tasks they are asked to complete before leaving their accommodations. Under the new policies, hosts will not be allowed to ask guests…
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In support of oil production... Trump invokes a law dating back to the Cold War era
An-Nahar: Trump declares oil production and refining part of national defense and uses the Defense Production Act to support fossil fuel projects in the states…
Doha returns to Beirut as an investor, not a donor
Nidaa Al Watan: The Qatari delegation’s latest visit to Beirut was not merely a passing diplomatic stop on the calendar of official meetings, nor an occasion to renew the traditional expressions of support for Lebanon. Doha, which has long been present at critical junctures in Lebanon politically, economically and developmentally, is returning today with an approach…
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The Social Security Fund pays 564 billion to hospitals and doctors
Nidaa Al Watan: A statement by the Public Relations Directorate of the National Social Security Fund said that “after doctors’ consultation fees were raised to levels exceeding those before the crisis, the Fund’s Director General, Mohammad Karaki, issued 3 decisions on 22/10/2026, numbered 546, 547 and 548, under which he ordered the payment of…”
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Tehran negotiates with the world on a bed of oil and fire
Nidaa Al Watan: The region is anxiously awaiting the outcome of the US-Iranian confrontation, particularly the possibility of major military operations against the Iranian regime resuming after the Israeli and US legislative elections. Press reports and the positions of the parties concerned suggest that this possibility is highly likely, in…
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For the first time since May.. Brent price exceeds $113 per barrel
Lebanon 24: Oil prices rose during trading today, with Brent crude futures exceeding $113 per barrel for the first time since 5 May, according to trading data. Advertisement By 21:00 Moscow time, Brent futures for December delivery had risen 3.93% to $113.10…