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Channel 12: The count has exceeded 88.6% of the total votes, while the bloc map and the political balance of power remain unchanged
Elnashra: The Hebrew-language Channel 12 reported that the official count has exceeded 88.6% of the total votes, and the bloc map and political balance of power remain unchanged…
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The Ballot Box… The Weapon of Palestine’s Arabs
Al Liwaa: Regardless of the ambiguous results of the Israeli elections, and of Benjamin Netanyahu’s ability to maneuver to remain in power, the most important outcome produced by the ballot boxes is the unprecedented popular turnout, particularly in Arab cities and towns, and the clear expression of rejection…
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Lost reassurance: The “March precedent” undermines Hezbollah’s pledges not to support Iran
Al Liwaa: Regional developments are accelerating amid the possibility of a renewed direct military confrontation between Washington and Tehran, once again putting the Lebanese arena before the central structural question: Will Hezbollah become involved in any upcoming round of confrontation under the banner of “support,” or will the balance of power and the Lebanese reality…
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Video of coach slapping a young player sparks controversy in Egypt, and the federation expels the coach
An-Nahar: The Egyptian Table Tennis Federation expels coach Mohamed Momtaz and bans him from sporting activity following the incident in which he assaulted young player Zeina Farouk in…
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Israel faces a governing impasse... Will Lebanon pay the price?
Elnashra: The preliminary results of the Israeli elections did not give either of the two rival blocs a clear majority to form a government. As of this writing, the two blocs of Benjamin…
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Summary and goals of the Liverpool vs. Chelsea match in the English League Cup
An-Nahar: Follow the decisive clash between Liverpool and Chelsea in the round of 16 of the 2026 English League Cup, with the teams’ lineups and a live broadcast of the match from the stadium…
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4 martyrs in Gaza... and Israeli airstrikes do not stop
Lebanon 24: At least four Palestinians were killed and others injured on Wednesday in a series of Israeli airstrikes targeting various areas of the Gaza Strip, according to medical sources and the Civil Defense. Advertisement The "Agence France-Presse" reported that Israel continues to launch near-daily strikes on the Strip, despite…
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Does Tehran Deserve a Visit?
ASAS Media: There is no harm in visiting Tehran. At least, if the aim is to try to clarify what the “Islamic Republic” actually wants and whether it is willing to avoid a war…
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The generals of the “Mecca Alliance” absolve themselves of responsibility for what is coming to Iran…
ASAS Media: The generals of the “Mecca Alliance” wanted to absolve themselves of responsibility for what is coming to Iran from the American and Israeli sides. Hence the exceptional visit made by a high-level delegation…
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Shortening or another extension of Parliament’s term?
ASAS Media: Sources believe that the “messages from the Lebanese Forces” are aimed at the government before targeting the composition of the current Parliament, in which the duo’s bloc does not actually hold…
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Post-election calculations in Israel occupy Lebanon... The explosives file continues... The Forces boycott today’s session
An-Nahar: An analysis of the impact of the Israeli election results on Lebanon, negotiations, security in the south, and domestic political reactions amid the current challenges of the year…
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Wahat al-Farah Association opens the new building of its school for people with special needs
National News Agency: National News Agency – “Wahat al-Farah Association” opened the new building of its school for people with special needs, with the blessing of Metropolitan Ephrem Kyriakos, head of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Tripoli, Koura and their dependencies, and in the presence of Social Affairs Minister Haneen al-Sayed and representatives of the federal ministry…
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Al-Safadi and al-Shaibani defused the fuse of discord
ASAS Media: The joint statement issued by the foreign ministers of Jordan and Syria cannot be read in isolation from the security developments that brought tension back to…
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Drones Are Besieging Sudan… and a Settlement Is Up in the Air
ASAS Media: The danger of this role stems not only from its direct military impact, but also from the possibility of turning Sudan into an arena for settling regional scores…
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tayyar.org - The Israeli Elections Committee has issued the final results after counting 100% of the votes
Tayyar: The Israeli Elections Committee announced that the counting of double envelopes had been completed, while data entry and verification continue ahead of the official announcement of the results next Wednesday. The results of counting 100 percent of Israeli voters’ ballots showed today that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s coalition received 53…
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tayyar.org - Ghalibaf: Any progress in negotiations is contingent on meeting Tehran’s 7 conditions
Tayyar: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said Thursday that any progress is contingent on meeting Tehran’s seven conditions, as mediation efforts intensify to resume negotiations between the United States and Iran and avoid a renewed military confrontation. Ghalibaf said in a post on…
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tayyar.org - Martyr Dani Harb’s son: 12 years after the Arsal battle… we haven’t seen anyone held accountable
Tayyar: Ryan Harb, son of martyr Dani Harb, wrote: 12 years after the Arsal battle… we haven’t seen anyone held accountable. The criminals are all out!!! The first group left in 2017 on buses, the second group left in 2026, also on buses, and the third group will leave prison in the coming days and years. Today, 12 years after this dirty battle, Imad…
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tayyar.org - This is how the Maronite Diocese of Byblos commented on the murder of Father Samir Daou
Tayyar: The secretariat of the Maronite Diocese of Byblos issued a statement mourning…
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Al-Hajjar discussed security developments with Shqeir
El Shark: Interior and Municipalities Minister Ahmad al-Hajjar received General Security Director General Major General Hassan Shqeir in his office, and discussed with him security and administrative files related to the directorate’s work in light of current developments. Security measures to combat anything that could undermine security and stability were reviewed,…
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Salam chaired a meeting devoted to following up on efforts for return, recovery and reconstruction
El Shark: Prime Minister Nawaf Salam chaired a meeting devoted to following up on priority projects as part of efforts for return, recovery and reconstruction in the affected areas. It was attended by Minister of Social Affairs Haneen Sayed, Council for Development and Reconstruction President Mohammad Ali Kabbani, and the secretary-general of the Higher Council…
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Suleiman Receives Egypt’s Ambassador
El Shark: President General Michel Suleiman received the new Ambassador of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Tamim Khallaf, at his residence in Yarzeh. During the meeting, the latest political and security developments in Lebanon and the region were discussed, along with Arab and international developments and their repercussions on the region’s security…
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Teymour Jumblatt: Dialogue is a national necessity
El Shark: The head of the Progressive Socialist Party and chairman of the “Democratic Gathering,” MP Teymour Jumblatt, affirmed that dialogue in Lebanon “is not weakness, but a national necessity,” stressing the need to uphold moderation in confronting extremism and division, and to reject dragging Lebanon into a new war. He said during the opening of the conference “Building the State…”
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Ahmed Hariri: Congratulations to Ogero Employees
El Shark: The secretary-general of the “Future Movement,” Ahmed Hariri, wrote on the “X” platform: “Congratulations to the employees of the “Ogero” Authority on securing their legitimate rights and benefits through their struggle, and on ensuring the continuation of their work at “Liban Telecom,” under an expedited law that will be enacted (…). All appreciation to His Excellency the President of the Republic…”
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The Council of Ministers exclusively to address the waste crisis
El Shark: Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam chaired a Council of Ministers session at the Government Serail, devoted to addressing the waste issue, during which the Environment Ministry’s presentation on the solid waste management strategy was heard. Information Minister and lawyer Dr. Paul Morcos read out the official decisions, noting that…
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Karki: Charges filed against a forger of documents relating to social security
El Shark: The Public Relations Directorate of the National Social Security Fund issued the following statement: “Over the past two years, the National Social Security Fund has managed to establish its presence and restore insured persons’ confidence in its role, by improving the social and health benefits provided to them, and also through oversight…”
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Security Forces: Arrest of a Home Burglary Suspect
El Shark: The following statement was issued by the Directorate General of Internal Security Forces – Public Relations Division: “As part of the ongoing efforts by the Internal Security Forces to combat theft crimes and pursue those responsible, and following a burglary at a home in the town of Bqarqasha – Bsharri District, carried out by breaking in…”
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State Security: Arrest of a Syrian woman who set up a fictitious association
El Shark: The following statement was issued by the General Directorate of State Security – Media, Guidance and Public Relations Department: “As part of its ongoing efforts to pursue crimes of fraud, deception and impersonation, and following careful field surveillance and monitoring operations and the collection of information related to her activities, a patrol from the Directorate…
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Israeli airstrikes on Kfartabnit and explosions in Khiam and Mais al-Jabal
El Shark: The area between the towns of Mayfadoun and Zawtar al-Sharqiyah was subjected to intermittent Israeli artillery shelling yesterday. Israeli warplanes launched a two-wave airstrike on the town of Kfartabnit, and also flew at low altitude and carried out mock airstrikes, while thermal balloons were released over the skies of the south. The warplanes struck…
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The Annual Dinner of the Association of Retired Judges
El Shark: The Association of Retired Judges held its annual dinner under the patronage of Justice Minister, lawyer Adel Nassar, and attended by the President of the Higher Judicial Council, Judge Suhail Abboud; the Public Prosecutor at the Court of Cassation, Judge Ahmad Rami al-Hajj; the President of the State Council, Judge Youssef al-Jamil; the President of the Court of Accounts, Judge Mohammad Badran; the Commissioner…
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The Iraqi Ambassador at General Security
El Shark: Director General of General Security Major General Hassan Choucair received the new Iraqi ambassador to Lebanon, Mr. Mohammad Reza Al-Husseini, on a courtesy visit. They discussed the general situation in Lebanon and the region, in addition to bilateral relations between Lebanon…
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Meetings of the Army Commander
El Shark: Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal received Marijn Nordam of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Dutch Ambassador Frank Mollen, accompanied by a delegation, at his office in Yarzeh. Discussions covered the importance of the Army’s role during this delicate phase, as well as the post-UNIFIL phase and ways to support the Army and provide…
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Shuqair at the National Industry Exhibition: We grow prouder of our industrialists’ capabilities and the skill of our workforce
El Shark: Former minister and head of the economic bodies, Mohammad Shuqair, wrote the following on his account on the “X” platform: “I am very pleased to see Lebanese industrial products, from various sectors, adorning the halls of the National Industry Exhibition for 2026 at Seaside Arena. I was honored to take part in the opening of the exhibition’s events,…”
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Habib after meeting the Kuwaiti ambassador: $25 million from the Arab Fund for the Housing Bank
El Shark: Antoine Habib, chairman and general manager of the Housing Bank, visited Kuwait’s ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammed Sultan Al-Sharji, at the Kuwaiti Embassy in Beirut, where he briefed him on the results of the working visit he recently made to the State of Kuwait and the meetings he held with the managements of the “Arab Fund for Development…
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The Ogero Workers’ Union announces the suspension of the strike
El Shark: The workers’ union at the “Ogero” Authority announced in a statement “the suspension of the strike and the resumption of normal work, 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, which was devoted to discussing workers’ rights and their future in light of the proposed amendment to Telecommunications Law No.…
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The Syndicate of Fuel Station Owners Responds to Abi Khalil: Clear Injustice and Deliberate Ignorance
El Shark: The executive council of the Syndicate of Fuel Station Owners in Lebanon held an extraordinary meeting chaired by syndicate head George Brax and attended by Messrs. Hassan Jaafar, Fadi Abou Chakra, Camille Leon, Souhail Dada, Roukoz Khater, Charbel Kakk, Abbas Younes, and Faisal Al-Hajawi, to “discuss and refute what was said at the conference…