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1398 in English · 49 original-language storiesAn-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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
An-Nahar: The German government expects higher tax revenues in 2027, with no new room for maneuver in public spending despite an improvement…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…”
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…
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…
Al Liwaa: When international relations are managed in reverse—that is, contrary to how they were for decades—we must examine the reasons for this reversal in relations and whether they have become more rational or better for the benefit of the international economy and world peace. After the end of World War II, the global economy relied on 3 pillars…
Al Liwaa: Lebanon’s medicine crisis is no longer merely a problem of rising prices or the absence of some products from pharmacies; it has become a health security issue that directly affects citizens’ lives. Alongside the difficulties Lebanese people face in obtaining their treatments, concerns are growing over medicines entering through illegal channels,…
Al Liwaa: The Housing Bank and the École Supérieure des Affaires (ESA Business school) signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two institutions and developing joint projects and initiatives that serve the interests of both parties. The signing took place at the institute’s headquarters on Clemenceau Street in Beirut, where the Housing Bank’s chairman signed…
Al Manar: Fishing boat traffic has come to a standstill at the Italian port of Pescara, after fishermen kept their vessels moored in protest at the sharp rise in fuel prices, which is increasing operating costs and threatening the continuation of their economic activity. Doriano Campellone, president of the «Mimmo Grosso» professional fishing association in Pescara, said…
Elnashra: Gold futures prices on the COMEX fell below $4050 an ounce during trading on Thursday, October 22, for the first time since July 29, 2026, according to…
Lebanon 24: The U.S. dollar hit a new historic high against the Egyptian pound, rising at a number of banks during Thursday’s trading amid pressure on the local currency and a partial withdrawal of foreign investors from treasury bills. The dollar’s exchange rate against the pound surged, reaching 55.25 pounds to buy at the National Bank of Egypt…
Ya Libnan: Masked Israeli settlers are shown stealing Palestinian’s olives . They talke them to an Israeli settler press to make olive oil. By Pesha Magid and Lina Obeid LUBBAN AL-GHARBI, West Bank- Brought to tears as he recalled Israeli settlers hitting his cherished…
El Shark: The Diplomatic Academy at the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik, in cooperation with the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Beirut and Mount Lebanon, held a lecture entitled “Economic Diplomacy in a Changing World: Building Relationships and Enhancing Lebanon’s Presence Internationally” at the Chamber’s headquarters, with the participation of the head of the bodies…
El Shark: The ability of ports to receive ships and handle containers is no longer the sole measure of their competitiveness, as the continuity of commercial operations and the protection of infrastructure from security and cyber risks have become decisive factors in determining ports’ efficiency and appeal to global shipping companies, particularly with…
El Shark: The Central Bank of Turkey cut the benchmark one-week repo rate by 100 basis points to 36 percent for the first time in 9 months. The bank also cut the Turkish lira overnight lending rate from 40 to 39…
Tayyar: The American streaming company Netflix announced Tuesday that its profits rose 44 percent during the third quarter. It said the increase reflected strong revenue growth and improved operating profitability. Net income for the quarter rose to $3.66 billion, or $0.87 per share, compared with…
Tayyar: Lebanon’s Ministry of Energy and Water issued a new fuel price list today, Friday, showing the following price changes: - 95-octane gasoline: 2686.000 (-53000) - 98-octane gasoline: 2705.000 (-53000) - diesel: 2564.000 (+1000) - gas: 1494.000…
Tayyar: Gold prices fell today and are heading for their biggest weekly decline 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…
Tayyar: Brent crude prices rose today, Thursday, to their highest levels since last May amid fears of a broader escalation of the conflict in the region and further disruptions to crude supplies from the Middle East. Brent crude futures rose $4.35, or 4%, to reach $113.17 a barrel at…
Nidaa Al Watan: Buying property or a residential apartment in Lebanon is no longer easy. The real estate market has yet to recover from the financial and economic crisis that swept the country, amid limited supply and demand, despite the growing need for homeownership. The picture is becoming more complicated amid reliance on cash payments and the absence of…
Ad-Diyar: The important thing is that passing the financial gap law is essential. Growth in Lebanon, Syria and Iraq must be integrated and coordinated, said International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the conclusion of the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank in Bangkok, noting that “there is joint and ongoing work with Lebanon,”…
MTV Lebanon: Geagea to MTV: The state, with the complicity of the central bank governor, took depositors’ money and spent it; this must be rectified, and the state must return the money to the central bank, which must then repay…
Lebanon 24: The General Directorate of State Security celebrated 18 of its officers and personnel receiving the “Certified Anti-Corruption Fellow” (CACF) certificate, after completing a specialized training program that enhances their capabilities in detecting financial crimes and monitoring and documenting violations in accordance with established legal procedures, as part of…
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