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The Kremlin: The Iran file is constantly present in Russian-American communications, and Moscow is ready to play the role of mediator between Tehran and Washington if asked to do so. Russia is ready to accept Iran’s depleted uranium if its availability is the problem in relations with Iran.
Ad-Diyar: The Kremlin: The Iran file is constantly present in Russian-American communications, and Moscow is ready to play the role of mediator between Tehran and Washington if asked to do so. Russia is ready to accept Iran’s depleted uranium if its availability is the problem in relations with…
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Nassar: I will raise the issue of referring the Dhahr al-Baidar explosives case to the Judicial Council
Lebanon 24: Justice Minister Adel Nassar said he would raise the issue of referring the Dhahr al-Baidar explosives case to the Judicial Council, noting that “there will be no leniency on this and no settlement.” Advertisement He added ahead of the Cabinet session: “I will ask for a date to be set for this if Prime Minister Nawaf Salam refuses to discuss it…”
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Ogero Union suspends strike and announces resumption of work
Lebanon 24: The union of employees at the “Ogero” Authority announced the suspension of the strike and the return of work to normal, following a meeting with the parliamentary Media and Telecommunications Committee, attended by the Minister of Telecommunications and members of the Authority’s board of directors. The meeting was devoted to discussing employees’ rights and future in light of the proposal to amend Telecommunications Law No. 431/2002…
The mystery of the disappearance of a Byblos priest ends in tragedy... Who was with Father Dou?
Lebanon Debate: The mystery of the disappearance of a Byblos priest ends in tragedy... Who was with Father…
Nassar: A decision on the referral must be made today, and if that is not possible because the file is not on the agenda, I will ask for a session to be scheduled to decide on it
Lebanon Debate: Nassar: A decision on the referral must be made today, and if that is not possible because the file is not on the agenda, I will ask for a session to decide…
President Aoun was briefed by the military delegation, in the presence of the army commander, on the results of the Lebanese-American-Israeli meetings in Tampa
LBCI: President of the Republic General Joseph Aoun chaired a meeting this afternoon attended by Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal, the head of Lebanon’s delegation to the Lebanese-American-Israeli negotiations, former Ambassador Simon Karam, the head of the military delegation to the negotiations, Brigadier General George Rizk, and members of the delegation:…
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Amioun Municipality organized a “March of Hope” as part of breast cancer awareness
National News Agency: National News Agency – Koura – Amioun Municipality organized the “March of Hope” as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, affirming the importance of raising awareness about this disease and stressing the role of early detection in improving the chances of treatment and recovery, as well as expressing solidarity with and support for everyone facing breast cancer.…
Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson: We will not remain silent in the face of the use of Qatar’s name to serve Israeli electoral agendas or narrow political gains
Al Anbaa: Qatar’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson: We will not remain silent in the face of the use of Qatar’s name to serve Israeli electoral agendas or narrow political…
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President Salam chaired a meeting dedicated to following up on efforts to enable return, recovery and reconstruction in the areas affected in the south,
National News Agency: National - Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam chaired a meeting dedicated to following up on priority projects as part of efforts to enable return, recovery and reconstruction in the affected areas. Attending were Minister of Social Affairs Haneen Sayed, President of the Council for Development and Reconstruction Mohammad Ali Kabbani, and the Secretary-General…
Justice Minister Adel Nassar: The party does not decide what the state does, and raising the specter of a threat to civil peace constitutes grounds for immediate referral to the Judicial Council
Lebanon Debate: Justice Minister Adel Nassar: The party does not decide what the state does, and raising the specter of a threat to civil peace constitutes grounds for immediate referral to the…
Two killed in rock collapse at tourist site in Turkey’s Cappadocia
National News Agency: National – Two people were killed in the collapse of a rocky formation known as the “fairy chimneys” in the Cappadocia region of central Turkey, according to what “Agence France-Presse” reported from local authorities. Turkish Nevşehir Governor Hüseyin Kök announced on Thursday that a landslide caused by heavy rain led to the collapse of a rock pillar in…
Rifi: Stray dogs pose a danger to the residents of Tripoli
MTV Lebanon: The following statement was issued by MP Ashraf Rifi: “The phenomenon of stray dogs has returned to pose a danger to the people of Tripoli, with repeated attacks on children, girls and unarmed citizens, which calls for urgent action that cannot be delayed. We appeal to the Tripoli municipality, the municipalities in the area and the associations…”
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Video documents what happened inside the Armenian parliament... lawmakers on the floor and chairs being thrown
Lebanon 24: A mass brawl inside the Armenian parliament between lawmakers from the ruling party and the opposition... Parliament security intervenes to separate them amid the suspension of the session…
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King Abdullah II affirms support for stability in southern Lebanon and the success of the framework agreement
Lebanon 24: National Defense Minister Major General Michel Menassa met Jordanian King Abdullah II, in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi, and conveyed to him the condolences of President Joseph Aoun and the Lebanese government over the recent incident in the Kingdom. Advertisement The meeting addressed…
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Government discusses waste, while Nassar insists on referring the Dahr al-Baidar explosives case
Ad-Diyar: The Council of Ministers is holding a session today at the Grand Serail, chaired by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, devoted to the waste issue. The Dahr al-Baidar explosives case and electricity were absent from its agenda, prompting the Lebanese Forces ministers to boycott it in protest. Before the session, Justice Minister Adel Nassar said: “I will raise the issue of referring the case…”
Justice Minister Adel Nassar to "Lebanon Debate": I will propose to the government referring the explosives case to the Judicial Council
Lebanon Debate: Justice Minister Adel Nassar to "Lebanon Debate": I will propose to the government referring the explosives case to the Council…
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Nassar: Egypt insists on referring the Dahr al-Baidar explosives case to the Judicial Council, and there is no reason to delay it
Elnashra: Justice Minister Adel Nassar said in a press statement before attending a Cabinet session at the Grand Serail: “I submitted a request to refer the explosives case…”
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China tightens its grip on discipline within the party… and Xi paves the way for a new political phase
Ad-Diyar: Senior officials of China’s ruling Communist Party approved measures to tighten discipline within the party during a key meeting that concluded in Beijing on Thursday, according to state media. The Xinhua News Agency said…
“The Party” congratulates the Brazilian president: to strengthen ties of friendship and cooperation
MTV Lebanon: “Hezbollah” extended “its warmest congratulations to His Excellency Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on the occasion of his victory in the presidential election and the Brazilian people’s renewal of their confidence in him, reflecting their will and democratic choices.” In a statement, “the Party” congratulated “President Lula…
“Electoral earthquake” in Israel... A security investigation opens the file on voting integrity
Lebanon Debate: “Electoral earthquake” in Israel... A security investigation opens the file on integrity…
Opening of an “Ardi Market” for pantry goods and artisanal products at the Sayyed al-Shuhada (peace be upon him) Complex in the suburbs
Al Manar: Opening of an “Ardi Market” for pantry goods and artisanal products at the Sayyed al-Shuhada (peace be upon him) Complex in…
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The Parliamentary Public Works Committee postpones ruling on two draft laws concerning water and railways
Ad-Diyar: The Public Works, Transport, Energy and Water Committee held a meeting at eleven o’clock this morning, chaired by MP Sajih Attieh, with the committee’s rapporteur, MP Mohammad Khawaja, and MPs Ibrahim Mneimneh, Antoine Habchi, Hussein Jishi, Salim Aoun, Taha Naji, Jamil Abboud, Faisal al-Sayegh, Melhem Tawk, and Wael Abu…
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Real Madrid celebrates Ronaldo’s historic achievement
Lebanon 24: Real Madrid celebrated on its official website the achievement of Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo, the current captain of Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr and former Real Madrid player, following the announcement by the organizers of the Ballon d’Or that he had won the award for the best season in the history of the prize, for his exceptional 2008 season, after topping…
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Death claims veteran foreign actress... She was diagnosed with terminal cancer
Lebanon 24: American actress Barbara Barrie, who was nominated for an Academy Award for her role in the film "Breaking Away," has died at the age of 95, after an artistic career spanning more than seven decades across film, television and theater. Advertisement Barrie passed away at her home in New York City, after being diagnosed…
As war strains Kremlin finances, Putin reaches for cash to fund govt and war
Naharnet: With Russia's invasion of Ukraine straining on state finances, President Vladimir Putin is reaching for cash to fund his government and the war, squeezing tax revenue from an economy that's increasingly skewed toward the military — while…
Bulldozers begin work... a move to protect Tripoli residents
Lebanon Debate: Bulldozers begin work... a move to protect residents…
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United Arab List chairman: “The list has no connection” to the allegations concerning fraud
LBCI: United Arab List chairman Mansour Abbas affirmed that “the list has no connection” to the allegations concerning election fraud in Israel and receiving sums of money from a foreign entity, adding that he welcomed the investigations and was ready to cooperate to uncover the truth. Abbas said, according to a statement issued by his office: “There is no link…
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Rifi: Stray dogs in Tripoli pose a danger to citizens, and immediate action is necessary
National News Agency: National News Agency - The following statement was issued by MP Major General Ashraf Rifi: “The phenomenon of stray dogs has once again become a danger to the people of Tripoli, with repeated attacks on children, girls, and unarmed citizens, necessitating urgent action that cannot be delayed. We appeal to the Tripoli Municipality, the region’s municipalities, and the relevant associations, as…”
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Found murdered in his home... Bani Dou University mourns its priest
Al Jadeed: Found murdered in his home... Bani Dou University mourns its priest. Bani Dou University issued a statement condemning the heinous crime that claimed the life of Father Samir Mikhail Dou. It said: “With profound sorrow and grief, and in the strongest terms of condemnation and denunciation, Bani Dou University mourns its devoted son, the esteemed priest Father Samir…”
Baabda opens the door to housing and insists on medicine... Two files before Aoun
Lebanon Debate: Baabda opens the door to housing and insists on medicine... Two files before…
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Christine Lagarde to step down as president of the European Central Bank in February 2027
An-Nahar: Christine Lagarde announced her resignation as president of the European Central Bank in February 2027, before the end of her term, as the selection of her successor is expected before the elections…
Grand Ayatollah Khatib received a delegation from Bank "Exports of Iran" and called for a reversal of the decision to close its branches in Lebanon
National News Agency: Wataniya - Before noon today, Vice President of the Supreme Islamic Shiite Council Grand Ayatollah Sheikh Ali Khatib received a delegation from the management of Bank "Exports of Iran" in Lebanon, which briefed him on the Central Bank of Lebanon’s decision to revoke the bank’s license and close its branches in Lebanon, and its financial and humanitarian repercussions. The delegation explained "that the Central Bank…
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Qatar denies intervening in the Israeli elections
IMLebanon: The spokesperson for Qatar’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs categorically denied allegations that the State of Qatar had intervened in the Israeli elections, affirming that Doha does not interfere in Israel’s domestic political or electoral affairs. Qatar stressed that it would not be a “scapegoat” for the failures of some Israeli politicians,…
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Lebanon Debate: A generator serving 400 subscribers under seizure... Al-Bisat: Consumer protection is a red line…
U.S. Embassy in Yemen: The Houthis are looting the Yemeni people's revenues
Lebanon Debate: U.S. Embassy in Yemen: The Houthis are looting the people's…