Lebanon
Israeli drones target UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has reported a serious incident involving Israeli drones dropping grenades near UN peacekeepers. On Tuesday morning, four grenades were dropped close to peacekeepers working to clear roadblocks hindering access to a UN position. This incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of UN personnel in […]
US-backed economic zone proposal attracts skepticism in Lebanon
The United States has proposed establishing an economic zone in southern Lebanon, aiming to incentivize the Lebanese government to disarm Hezbollah. US envoy Thomas Barrack floated the idea during a visit to Lebanon, suggesting it could help substitute Iranian influence and provide livelihoods for those paid by Iran to fight. However, analysts and locals have […]
US envoy apologizes for “animalistic” remark, sparks outrage in Lebanon
The recent comments made by US Envoy Tom Barrack, referring to Lebanese journalists as “animalistic,” have ignited widespread anger and criticism across the Middle East. Barrack, who serves as ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria and Lebanon, expressed regret for his choice of words but maintained that his intention was to call for […]
UN security council votes to wind down UNIFIL mission in Lebanon
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to extend the UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon until December 31, 2026, followed by a gradual withdrawal of its 10,800 military and civilian personnel over the subsequent year. This decision comes amid increasing pressure from the United States and Israel to terminate the mission. The UN […]
US envoy embroiled in Journalists’ controversy, departs Lebanon abruptly
The visit of US envoy Tom Barrack to southern Lebanon has been cut short amid widespread protests and outrage over his recent comments to journalists in the country. According to the Lebanese government’s official news agency, Barrack’s altered trip on Wednesday came as a result of growing discontent among the Lebanese people, particularly in southern […]
US Diplomat’s remarks spark outrage in Lebanon
A top US diplomat, Tom Barrack, has triggered widespread outrage and calls for an apology in Lebanon after telling a group of local journalists to “act civilised” during a press briefing. Barrack, the United States ambassador to Turkey and special envoy for Syria, made the comments on Tuesday after meeting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in […]
Lebanon to present plan to disarm Hezbollah amid ongoing conflict
The United States(US) special envoy to Lebanon, Tom Barrack, announced that Lebanon has agreed to present a plan aimed at persuading Hezbollah to disarm. In response, Israel will submit a corresponding framework for its military withdrawal. According to Barrack, the plan will not involve military coercion but will focus on efforts to encourage Hezbollah to […]
Lebanon begins disarming Palestinian groups in refugee camps
Lebanon has launched a plan to disarm Palestinian groups in its refugee camps, beginning with the handover of weapons from Burj al-Barajneh camp in Beirut. The prime minister’s office announced on Thursday that the weapons transfer to the Lebanese army marks the start of a wider disarmament campaign. More handovers are expected in the coming […]
Iraq and Lebanon cooperate to destroy Captagon factory
Iraqi and Lebanese intelligence agencies have joined forces to discover and destroy one of Lebanon’s largest drug factories producing the highly addictive amphetamine Captagon. The operation, announced by Iraq’s Ministry of Interior on Monday, showcases a rare security cooperation between the two countries. This development comes a month after the Lebanese army discovered a factory […]
Envoy calls on Israel to comply with Lebanon’s disarmament plan
The United States special envoy, Tom Barrack, has urged Israel to withdraw from Lebanese territory after Beirut approved a plan to disarm the Hezbollah group by the end of the year. In exchange, Israel would end its military attacks on Lebanese territory. Barrack emphasized that the plan requires cooperation from both sides, stating, “there’s always […]