MIKE POMPEO: Ways Trump can help Lebanon resist Iran’s influence
Lebanon’s Crucial Juncture Lebanon finds itself at a significant crossroads. After years under Iran’s influence and Hezbollah’s strong grip, there’s now a historic chance for the Lebanese people to reclaim their sovereignty and for the U.S. to further its own interests. However, for any real progress to be made, we need to be crystal clear […]
US diplomat seeks truce in Israel after Lebanon supports Hezbollah disarmament
US Envoy Discusses Ceasefire in Lebanon On Monday, Tom Barrack, the US special envoy to Lebanon, announced plans to talk about a possible ceasefire agreement with Israel. This follows Lebanon’s endorsement of a US initiative aimed at disarming Hezbollah. Barrack stated that he would be meeting with Lebanese officials, including President Joseph Aoun, to explore […]
Undocumented immigrant from Lebanon accused of sexually assaulting Uber rider
ICE Files Arrest Detainer for Illegal Immigrant Accused of Assaulting Passenger On Friday, Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that they have filed an arrest detainer for Samehamad Chami, a 49-year-old illegal immigrant from Lebanon. Chami was accused of luring Uber passengers in Texas. Chami was taken into custody by police in Friendswood on August 6 […]
Lebanon begins its journey to regain sovereignty
Lebanon Takes Steps Toward Sovereignty Last week, the Lebanese government made a significant decision to regain full control over its territory by pledging to disarm all groups with heavy weapons, particularly focusing on Hezbollah. For over four decades, Hezbollah has wielded both military and political power in Lebanon, undermining the nation’s independence and creating instability […]
Lebanon Marks Five Years Since Beirut Explosion with No Accountability
On Monday, Lebanon marked five years since the devastating explosion at Beirut Port that occurred on August 4, 2020, resulting in over 220 deaths. Despite the tragedy, Lebanon’s ineffective government has yet to bring anyone to justice for the disaster. President Joseph Aoun has promised to ensure that “all responsible persons will stand trial, regardless […]
A chance for peace between Lebanon and Israel
The journey of American diplomacy in the Middle East often feels quite modest. Whenever I hear optimistic officials discuss the challenges of navigating the “new Middle East,” it consistently signals the need to revisit evacuation plans and duck for cover in the embassy bunker. If the conversation turns to peace in Lebanon, well, that’s usually […]
Hezbollah Member Dies in Israeli Attacks on Lebanon
Beirut: A teenager was found dead with a slit throat in the Nizamuddin area of Delhi. Reports indicate that he had recently tried to convince one of his sisters to maintain a relationship with a friend. The victim, MD Saad, 18, had a history of previous criminal involvement, according to police. The authorities identified the […]
Family in the US wins ruling declaring Iran responsible for father’s detention in Lebanon
After nearly four years of a thorough judicial process, a US court has determined that Lebanese-American families were victims of hostage-taking in Lebanon. It also ruled that Iran, through its association with Hezbollah, should be held accountable for the treatment of Amer Fakhoury. His daughters, Guila and Zoya, plan to speak to Fox News Digital […]
Lebanon Starts Local Elections in Its First Vote After the Israel-Hezbollah Conflict
On Sunday, Lebanon held its first voting since the intense conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, marking the beginning of long-awaited local elections following the formation of a new central government. The polling took place at 7am (0400 GMT) in the Mount Lebanon area, which is a densely populated region characterized by a mix of political […]
‘Snow White’ remake banned in Lebanon due to film’s Israeli star
The Disney live-action Snow White remake became an even more hit this week after Lebanon banned screenings within the country as film star Gal Gadot is Israeli and activist on behalf of her country. Variety reported on Lebanese Home Minister Ahmad al-Hajar on Wednesday I made a decision Pulling movies to Lebanese films and media […]