Lebanon

Country in the Middle East

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Lebanon, officially known as the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. It is bordered by Syria to the north and east and Israel to the south, while Cyprus lies west across the Mediterranean Sea. Lebanon's location at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian hinterland has contributed to its rich history and shaped a cultural identity of religious and ethnic diversity. At just 10,452 km², it is the smallest recognized sovereign state on the mainland Asian continent.

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Lebanese attempt to flee, claim asylum in Cyprus For years the desperate migrants who boarded small boats on Lebanon's northern coast were mostly Syrians or Palestinians. But with Lebanon in freefall, it's citizens have started joining the ranks of.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:32Published 6 hours ago

Lebanon's Christian rivalries return amid crisis An old rivalry between Christian factions who fought each other in Lebanon's civil war has flared again on the street and in political debate. It's renewing fears of fresh unrest as the nation grapples.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 02:30Published 2 days ago

Lebanon's Hezbollah accuses US of obstructing government formation Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:43Published 3 days ago

France 'regrets' Lebanon has not yet formed government Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 02:03Published 4 days ago

Lebanon crisis: No formation of new govt as Macron deadline expires Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 04:05Published 4 days ago

Lebanon political crisis: Politicians fail to form govt before Macron's deadline Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:48Published 4 days ago

Beirut blaze alarms residents a month after blast A large fire erupted at Beirut port on Thursday, engulfing parts of the Lebanese capital in a pall of smoke weeks after a massive blast devastated the port and surrounding residential area. Edward.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:13Published 1 week ago

Huge fire breaks out at Beirut port a month after explosion A huge fire has broken out at the Port of Beirut, triggering panic amongresidents a month after a massive explosion at the site in Lebanon. It was notimmediately clear what caused the fire at the.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

US sanctions Lebanese allies of Hezbollah for first time Two former ministers dismiss US accusations of corruption and providing material support to Hezbollah. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:36Published 2 weeks ago

U.S. blacklists two Lebanese for enabling Hezbollah The United States sanctioned two Lebanese former ministers for corruption and 'enabling Hezbollah', saying it was a warning to all politicians there. Lebanon is reeling from a deadly blast blamed on.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:33Published 2 weeks ago

Lebanon in crisis: What can Macron do? Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 44:22Published 2 weeks ago

'No signs of life' in Beirut rubble Rescue workers digging through the rubble of a Beirut building for the third day on Saturday said there was no longer hope of finding someone alive more than a month after a massive port explosion.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:58Published 2 weeks ago

Rescuers search Beirut rubble for third day Rescue workers continued to dig through the rubble of a Beirut building for a third day on Saturday, still hoping to find someone alive more than a month after a massive port explosion shattered.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:48Published 2 weeks ago

Lebanon: Over 4 tonnes of ammonium nitrate found near Beirut port Lebanon's army said it found the chemical near the entrance to Beirut port, the site of a powerful explosion last month. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:52Published 2 weeks ago

Lebanon economic crisis Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 03:50Published 2 weeks ago

The scarred survivor haunted by the Beirut blast Shady Rizk, 36, needed 350 stitches after the August 4 explosion that tore threw the Lebanese capital. A month later, he is facing up to the task of healing physically and mentally, while grieving for.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 05:48Published 2 weeks ago

Macron marks Lebanon centennial ahead of government talks Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 07:13Published 2 weeks ago

In Lebanon, Macron offers the carrot or the stick In second Beirut visit since deadly blast, French president vows wide-reaching aid, threatens sanctions to coax reforms. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:58Published 3 weeks ago

Macron steps up pressure in Beirut French President Emmanuel Macron has warned Lebanese politicians they risk sanctions if they fail to set the nation on a new course within three months, stepping up pressure for reforms in a country.. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:29Published 3 weeks ago

Mustapha Adib becomes Lebanon’s new PM-designate Lebanon picks Mustapha Adib to lead a country recovering from a major explosion and facing a severe economic crisis. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 02:44Published 3 weeks ago

Lebanon appoints Mustapha Adib as new PM Mustapha Adib has been named as prime minister-designate and will now form a new government. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 06:11Published 3 weeks ago

Lebanon PM-designate urges immediate reforms Lebanon's prime minister-designate Mustapha Adib called on Monday for the formation of a new government in record time and urged immediate reforms. Edward Baran reports. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:15Published 3 weeks ago

Lebanon establishment tasks Mustapha Adib with forming new gov't Diplomat won votes from 90 MPs and must form a government to push through long-overdue reforms. Credit: Al Jazeera STUDIO Duration: 03:31Published 3 weeks ago

Beirut blast pummelled key nightlife industry Beirut's blast wreaked devastation to the city's thriving nightlife, not just a lifeline to Lebanon's youth but a key pillar of the economy. Now 2,000 venues lie in tatters, and many jobs are at risk... Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 01:54Published 3 weeks ago

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Lebanon crisis: Fire erupts in shopping centre near Beirut’s port The blaze is the third in a week in a city still reeling from a devastating explosion in August. BBC News - Published 5 days ago
New Beirut Port Fire Forces Evacuation 5 Weeks After Deadly Blast No one in Beirut is taking a chance this time -- a massive fire is burning again in the city's port, immediately triggering large-scale evacuations ... coming just 5 weeks after that deadly explosion.. TMZ.com - Published 1 week ago
Beirut fire: Large fire erupts in Beirut port area A huge blaze breaks out in the Lebanese capital's port, a month after the deadly blast there. BBC News - Published 1 week ago

Beirut blast: Victims remembered in one month anniversary vigil It is one month since a port explosion caused devastation in Lebanon's capital city. BBC News - Published 2 weeks ago
Lebanon: Mustapha Adib front-runner for PM after Beirut blast The government quit this month following an explosion in the capital that killed at least 200 people. BBC News - Published 3 weeks ago
Syrian refugees left feeling helpless - again - by Beirut blast Thousands of Syrian refugees living in Lebanon were among those worst affected by the disaster. BBC News - Published on August 21, 2020

Beirut explosion: Lebanon's government resigns as public anger mounts Many people have blamed the country's leaders for Tuesday's devastating explosion at Beirut's port. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020
Beirut explosion: Death toll rises to 200 as protests continue The governor of Lebanon's capital says dozens remain missing, as anti-government protests continue. BBC News - Published on August 10, 2020
Beirut explosion: Angry protesters set to take to streets Lebanese furious with their political leaders after a massive explosion want to vent their fury. BBC News - Published on August 8, 2020
Beirut explosion: UN warns of Lebanon humanitarian crisis Agencies send urgent support to help hundreds of thousands of people affected by Tuesday's explosion. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020

Beirut explosion: 'We don't have dreams any more' The huge blast in Beirut's port can be seen as a tragic symbol of Lebanon's dysfunction as a state. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020
Beirut explosion: Anti-government protests break out in city Lebanese security forces deployed tear gas on a group of demonstrators near parliament. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020
Beirut explosion: Before and after images Satellite and aerial images show the extent of the Beirut port explosion that ripped through the Lebanese city. BBC News - Published on August 7, 2020	Beirut explosion: Macron calls for 'deep change' in Lebanon after blast The French president says funding is available but reforms must take place before it is sent. BBC News - Published on August 6, 2020
Beirut explosion: ‘We still think it’s like a dream’ Charbel Matar, a doctor in the Lebanese city, told the BBC his home has been destroyed by the blast. BBC News - Published on August 6, 2020	Beirut explosion: Angry residents demand answers after blast People in Lebanon call for justice after a blast that left at least 135 dead and over 4,000 injured. BBC News - Published on August 6, 2020
Beirut: Why has there been unrest in Lebanon? From the war in 1975 to the explosion that devastated the port area of the capital, Beirut. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020	Mother in labour during Beirut blast Emmanuelle was getting ready to give birth at St George's hospital in Beirut when an explosion rocked Lebanon's capital. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020
UK announces £5m aid and rescue teams to help Lebanon following Beirut explosions Government announces emergency relief package as 300,000 made homeless by blast Independent - Published on August 5, 2020	Why Lebanon was already in crisis What has caused such anger across Lebanon - and why it is not going away. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020
In pictures: Chaos and destruction in Beirut after blast Photos show the destruction in the Lebanese capital after a huge explosion. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020	Beirut blast: Lebanon in mourning after massive explosion At least 78 people died and more than 4,000 were injured after a huge explosion at the city's port. BBC News - Published on August 5, 2020
Beirut explosions: Boris Johnson responds to 'shocking' scenes in Lebanon and suggests British nationals may be affected 'All of my thoughts and prayers are with those caught up in this terrible incident,' tweets Prime Minister Independent - Published on August 4, 2020	Large blast rocks Beirut ahead of Hariri verdict A large blast rocks the Lebanese capital Beirut, ahead of a verdict in trial over killing of ex-PM Rafik Hariri in 2005 BBC News - Published on August 4, 2020
Israel and Hezbollah trade fire across Lebanon border It comes after days of heightened tension after a Hezbollah fighter was killed allegedly by Israel. BBC News - Published on July 27, 2020	Rouaa’s story: From Syrian refugee to UK schoolgirl The BBC's Caroline Hawley follows Syrian refugee Rouaa to her new home, four years after first meeting her in Lebanon. BBC News - Published on July 13, 2020
Ethiopian maids dumped outside Beirut embassy Domestic workers have been left homeless and unpaid amid an ongoing economic crisis in Lebanon, heightened by the coronavirus pandemic. BBC News - Published on June 20, 2020	Hezbollah leader says dollar injections needed, accuses U.S. of deepening shortage Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah said on Tuesday that dollar injections were needed to shore up the pound currency and accused the United States of preventing dollars from reaching.. Reuters - Published on June 16, 2020
Lebanese PM blames opponents for unrest as protests enter third day Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab accused his opponents on Saturday of deepening a currency crisis and fuelling unrest as the country entered a third day of protests sparked by a sharp drop in the.. Reuters - Published on June 13, 2020	Lebanon protests: Hundreds take to streets for second night Protesters took to the streets for a second night over the government's handling of the economic crisis. BBC News - Published on June 13, 2020
Lebanon protesters burn roads, clash with security in second night of unrest Lebanese protesters set fire to roadways and clashed with security forces in a second night of unrest on Friday, according to witnesses and Lebanese media. Reuters - Published on June 12, 2020	Lebanon to re-open Beirut international airport from July 1: statement Lebanon will re-open Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport for commercial flights beginning July 1, but will keep air traffic at 10% of capacity from a year ago, a statement from the prime.. Reuters - Published on June 12, 2020
Lebanon protests escalate as currency dives The prime minister calls an emergency meeting as the value of the Lebanese pound hits record lows. BBC News - Published on June 12, 2020	Lebanese protesters shut down roadways with fires as currency collapses Lebanese cut roadways with burning tyres and rubbish bins across Beirut and other cities on Thursday in renewed protests sparked by a rapid fall in the pound currency and mounting economic hardship. Reuters - Published on June 11, 2020
Turkish judge rules to keep five suspects in jail over Ghosn escape A Turkish judge ruled on Monday to keep five people in jail at the start of their trial over former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn's escape from Japan to Lebanon via Istanbul, a lawyer for one of the.. Reuters - Published on June 8, 2020	Lebanon's president urges unity after night of violence Lebanon's President Michel Aoun called for national unity on Sunday after violence erupted in parts of Beirut between supporters of rival sectarian political parties. Reuters - Published on June 7, 2020
Hundreds of Lebanese join anti-government protests as lockdown eased Hundreds of Lebanese protesters took to the streets on Saturday to voice outrage over the government's handling of a deep economic crisis, with security forces firing tear gas and rubber bullets to.. Reuters - Published on June 6, 2020	Lebanon aims to reconcile financial system loss figures next week Lebanon will agree next week on unified figures for losses in its financial system, the presidency said, seeking to reconcile different approaches taken by the government and central bank that have.. Reuters - Published on June 4, 2020
Syria says Israeli jets flying over Lebanon raid military base in Hama province Syria state media said Thursday Israeli jets flying over Lebanon hit military targets in northwestern Hama province causing only material damage, in Israel's latest escalation of raids in the last few.. Reuters - Published on June 4, 2020	Lebanon to adopt one approach on financial losses: presidency Lebanon will decide on one approach on figures it is presenting in IMF negotiations, the presidency said on Thursday, seeking to reconcile different approaches taken by the government and central bank.. Reuters - Published on June 4, 2020
Lebanese food aid drive underlines pain of economic collapse As Lebanon's debilitating economic crisis drags on, Lebanese whose living standards have plunged are relying more and more on a growing support system of charities and private initiatives to fend off.. Reuters - Published on June 1, 2020	Lebanon must turn reform ideas into reality, U.S. ambassador says The Lebanese government must turn its reform ideas into reality and take concrete steps to win international support, the U.S. ambassador said in an interview broadcast on Sunday. Reuters - Published on May 31, 2020
Lebanon has scant chance of getting IMF aid, opposition figure says Lebanon has scant chance of securing badly needed aid from the International Monetary Fund as the government fails to enact reforms demanded by donors to address its financial crisis, opposition.. Reuters - Published on May 29, 2020	On debt-stricken Lebanon, investors see little room for optimism Emerging market investors are no strangers to sovereign debt crises, but few have been as perilous as the one facing Lebanon given a toxic combination of financial and political weaknesses and no.. Reuters - Published on May 29, 2020
For Lebanese families made poor by crisis, dinner means bread and no meat At a street market in southern Beirut, Lebanese crowd around volunteers handing out free rations of bread and pasta, staples that have become a lifeline to families whose living standards have plunged.. Reuters - Published on May 28, 2020	Coronavirus: Lebanon's woes worsen as country pushed to the brink Country was already rocked by unrest over the cost of living - then came coronavirus. BBC News - Published on May 27, 2020
Trafficked Nigerian women rescued from Lebanon The 50 return home a month after a woman working as a maid in Beirut was put up for sale on Facebook. BBC News - Published on May 26, 2020	Blackburn shooting: Aya Hachem funeral held in Lebanon Law student Aya Hachem, 19, was walking to the shop when she was shot from a passing car. BBC News - Published on May 24, 2020
Aya Hachem's funeral takes place in Lebanon The 19-year-old law student was shot dead in Blackburn last week after she was mistaken for someone else. BBC News - Published on May 23, 2020	Lebanon's Berri tells government time for action not words Lebanon's powerful parliament speaker said on Friday it was time for government action to help citizens grappling with an economic crisis and this could not wait for the outcome of International.. Reuters - Published on May 22, 2020

Lebanon

Country in the Middle East

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Lebanon protests: Hundreds take to streets for second night

Lebanon protesters burn roads, clash with security in second night of unrest

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Lebanon protests escalate as currency dives

Lebanese protesters shut down roadways with fires as currency collapses

Turkish judge rules to keep five suspects in jail over Ghosn escape

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