Jan 14, 2022
Economic protests flare in Lebanon
Drivers of truck, buses and other protestors blocked main roads in Beirut and additional areas in a show of anger at government failure to resolve the country’s devastating economic crisis.…
Jan 06, 2022
Lebanon PM set to defy Hezbollah
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati announced his intention to convene the Cabinet within days for the first time in nearly 3 months, despite objections of the Iran-backed Hezbollah political and…
Nov 30, 2021
Fiery protests erupt in Lebanon
Demonstrators blocked roads and set fire across Lebanon in protest at the country's economic meltdown as the country’s currency plummeted to an historic new low. By Erin Viner Protestors erected…
Nov 01, 2021
Saudis blame Hezbollah for Lebanon crisis
Dominance of the Iran-backed Hezbollah armed group is rooted in Lebanon’s political structure that fosters endemic instability, said Saudi Arabia's foreign minister. By Erin Viner "I think it's important that…
Oct 29, 2021
Multiple lawsuits stall Beirut blast probe
Several former Lebanese officials have filed lawsuits against investigation by Judge Tarek Bitar of their roles in the deadly 4 August explosion at the Beirut Port. By Erin Viner Interrogation…
Oct 25, 2021
Hezbollah warns Israel over maritime drilling
The leader of the Iran-backed terror group threatened it will take action if Israel explores disputed Mediterranean reserves prior to setting maritime borders with Lebanon. By Erin Viner United States-mediated…
Oct 15, 2021
Deadly clashes erupt at Hezbollah rally
At least 6 Shi'ite Muslim Lebanese were shot dead in Beirut yesterday, in an attack on protesters on their way to attend a demonstration called by Hezbollah to demand the…
Oct 08, 2021
Egypt, Jordan to ease Lebanon crisis
Cairo is arranging gas deliveries and Amman hopes to start supplying Beirut with electricity to help ease Beirut’s severe power shortages. By Erin Viner Egypt is now finalizing its agreement…
Oct 05, 2021
Lebanon to begin crisis talks with IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that it will begin “technical discussions” with Beirut aimed at helping Lebanon to rectify its economic melt-down. By Erin Viner According to an…
Sep 22, 2021
Lebanon gov’t wins confidence vote
Lebanon's new government won an 85 to 15 vote of confidence amid a devastating financial collapse. By Erin Viner During a session delayed by a lack of electricity due to…