Iranian National Security Council secretary: We held “very good talks” with the parties to the Mecca Agreement (AFP)
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From shoe shiner and prisoner to president for a fourth term… Who is Lula da Silva?
Lebanon 24: Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva once again succeeded in what seemed impossible, turning his defeat in the first round into a victory in the second round in just three weeks, and was re-elected president of Brazil—a remarkable achievement for a man who had lost three attempts before his first presidential victory in 2002. Lula (80…
AFP: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agree to continue talks after first Tehran meeting
Al Jadeed: AFP: Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agree to continue talks after the Tehran meeting…
The quadrilateral meeting begins in Tehran… “Iran will not discuss the nuclear issue”
Kataeb: Iranian television announced today, Monday, the start of the quadrilateral meeting in Tehran, with officials from Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan taking part, to discuss regional security and stability issues, as part of diplomatic efforts aimed at de-escalation in…
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5 at Five – Iran Hosts Officials from the Mecca Agreement Countries, While Israel Watches and Waits
An-Nahar: Follow the top 5 news stories by five o’clock Beirut time on the An-Nahar website to stay up to date with the latest local developments…
Trump rules out a strike today… and Iran refuses to discuss its nuclear program
Lebanon Debate: Trump rules out a strike today… and Iran refuses to discuss its program…
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Merz begins an Asian tour that includes Singapore, Japan and South Korea
An-Nahar: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s tour of Asia to strengthen partnerships with Singapore, Japan and South Korea, amid China’s growing role and economic challenges…
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10 European countries in Macron’s nuclear deterrence initiative… What does it entail?
Ad-Diyar: France is working to expand its role in European nuclear deterrence, in cooperation with 10 allied countries, in an effort to strengthen the continent’s ability to confront Russian threats, amid growing doubts about the United States’ readiness to defend…
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“Just 96 hours”... U.S. report reveals massive plan to strike Iran
Lebanon 24: The U.S. network “CNN,” citing U.S. officials, revealed that U.S. forces deployed in the Middle East are now ready to carry out new military operations against Iran, which could be extensive, within 96 hours of an order to do so from President Donald Trump. Advertisement According to officials…
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CNN, citing a U.S. official: Any new operation against Iran would be wide-ranging
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Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike targeting the area between Al-Qantara and Bani Hayyan
Elnashra: Israeli warplanes launched an airstrike targeting the area between Al-Qantara and Bani…
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“Israel’s” election in the decisive hours… Can overseas voters tip the balance?
Ad-Diyar: Israeli media said today, Monday, that tens of thousands of Israelis have begun returning to “Israel” to take part in voting in the election, which will be held tomorrow, Tuesday morning, noting that they may be…
CNN, citing US officials: Our forces are capable of launching operations against Iran within 96 hours of receiving orders from Trump
MTV Lebanon: CNN, citing US officials: Our forces are capable of launching operations against Iran within 96 hours of receiving orders from…
After Trump flirted with her backside... Nicki Minaj to the White House?
Lebanon Debate: After Trump flirted with her backside... Nicki Minaj to the White…
Saudi-led coalition: 3 drones intercepted and destroyed in Riyadh and the southern region
LBCI: 0 min Saudi-led coalition: 3 drones intercepted and destroyed in Riyadh and the southern region * To protect intellectual property rights, please do not copy more than 20 percent of the news content; mention the name of the LBCI website and include a hyperlink to the news article, on pain of prosecution…
“CNN” citing U.S. officials: Potential operations against Iran will not be limited to striking radars and missile launchers
Lebanon Debate: “CNN” citing U.S. officials: Potential operations against Iran will not be limited to striking radars and platforms…
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With advanced air-defense systems and radars... Iraq strengthens its defenses
Lebanon 24: Sabah al-Numan, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, announced that Iraq is awaiting the arrival of advanced air-defense systems and precise medium- and long-range radars, alongside missile systems designed to counter missiles and drones. Advertisement Al-Numan said in a statement to the newspaper "Al-Sabah"…
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New study... Are Europe and North America one continent?
Lebanon 24: Geological studies have raised the hypothesis that Europe and North America may be connected by remnants of ancient continental crust beneath the North Atlantic, despite having separated millions of years ago. Advertisement This hypothesis is endorsed by Dr. Jordan Phethean of the British University of Derby,…
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Iranian President to representatives of the Mecca Alliance countries: We support any agreement that would strengthen security in the region
MTV Lebanon: Iranian President to representatives of the Mecca Alliance countries: We support any agreement that would strengthen security in the…
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Lebanon’s Padel Team Heads to Kuwait for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers; Men’s and Women’s Teams Begin Their Campaign Tomorrow Against Teams from Asia and Africa
National News Agency: Wataniya - The Lebanese national padel team delegation left for Kuwait to participate in the Asian and African qualifiers for the 2026 Padel World Cup, organized by the International Padel Federation (FIP) between 26 and 30 October this month, which qualify teams for the finals scheduled to be held in the Qatari capital, Doha…
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Iran lays out its conditions to Washington... and the nuclear file is off the table
Ad-Diyar: A senior Iranian official told Reuters that his country will not discuss its nuclear program during talks today, Monday, with a delegation from the “Mecca Alliance,” adding that the United States should first meet Tehran’s conditions to end…
Pezeshkian: We condemn Israeli crimes in Gaza, Lebanon, and other countries in the region
Ad-Diyar: Pezeshkian: We condemn Israeli crimes in Gaza, Lebanon, and other countries in…
Pezeshkian: Iran is ready to resolve disputes and benefit from the shared capabilities of countries in the region
Ad-Diyar: Pezeshkian: Iran is ready to resolve disputes and benefit from the shared capabilities of countries in…
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Pezeshkian during his meeting with officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan: Iran is ready, with firm belief and determination, to take steps toward deepening regional cooperation
Ad-Diyar: Pezeshkian during his meeting with officials from Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan: Iran is ready, with firm belief and determination, to take steps toward deepening cooperation…
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Egyptian parliament approves request to provide military support to Saudi Arabia
Yasour: The Egyptian parliament approved the request to provide military support…
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The Egyptian pound hits a record low of 56 against the dollar
Ad-Diyar: Data from the London Stock Exchange Group showed that the Egyptian pound hit an all-time low of 56 against the dollar today, Monday. The data also showed that the Egyptian Exchange’s EGX 30 index fell 2% in…
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International Energy Agency: Energy markets will not return to the way they were before the war
Ad-Diyar: International Energy Agency Executive Director Fatih Birol said on Monday that he does not expect energy markets in 2027 to return to the way they were before the war on Iran. Birol said at the Energy Week conference…
After 3 secret sessions... Egypt’s parliament authorizes Sisi to defend Saudi Arabia
Lebanon Debate: After 3 secret sessions... Egypt’s parliament authorizes Sisi to defend…
Iran talks with Mecca pact countries begin in Tehran: State media
National News Agency: NNA - Talks between Iran and the three countries in the Mecca security pact began on Monday in Tehran, state television reported, in a meeting proposed by Pakistan. The meeting brings together Iran, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey to discuss "regional…
Opponents accuse Netanyahu of stoking tensions with Iran before Israel's election
Naharnet: Israelis entered the final 24 hours of an intense election season on Monday, as reports circulated that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may have clashed with the Israeli military over initiating a possible escalation with Iran immediately…
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UN committee accuses Israel of committing genocide in the West Bank... and Tel Aviv responds
An-Nahar: The United Nations Commission of Inquiry accuses Israel of committing crimes against humanity in the West Bank and Gaza, amid Israeli rejection and escalating tensions ahead of…
Egypt parliament authorizes defensive support to Saudi Arabia
Naharnet: Egypt's parliament authorized on Monday sending military support to Saudi Arabia to defend the kingdom from attacks by Yemen's Houthis, following a request from President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The House of Representatives "approved…
The aggression against Gaza continues... the latest field developments with Imad Eid
Al Manar: The aggression against Gaza continues... the latest field developments with Imad…
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Without denying them, the Israeli army responds to reports of a rift between Zamir and Netanyahu
Lebanon 24: On Monday, the Israeli army issued a statement addressing the flood of reports about a disagreement between Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over how to handle the possibility of war with Iran, stressing that Zamir stands above political and partisan considerations, without denying that he obstructed…
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It called on it to withdraw a statement condemning the targeting of the Two Holy Mosques… The Houthis’ religious body attacks “Al-Azhar”
Lebanon 24: The religious body affiliated with the Houthi group attacked Al-Azhar al-Sharif and called on it to withdraw its statement condemning the group’s attempt to target the Two Holy Mosques, describing the statement as “fabrication, falsehood and false testimony.” Advertisement Al-Azhar had condemned the attempt to target Mecca, considering it a “crime…
Egyptian House of Representatives approves authorizing President Sisi to send forces to Saudi Arabia
Al Manar: Egypt’s House of Representatives approves authorizing President Sisi to send forces to…