August 17, 2026

Beirut: The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has said that the past two weeks have seen a notable increase in Israeli military activity in southern Lebanon, warning that civilians are bearing the brunt of escalating tensions.

According to TRTworl…

South lebanon: Israel killed 11 people in strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, marking a significant escalation in the region. The incident is being described as the biggest threat to the peace talks since the June agreement.

According to France…

Mecca: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, signed by Trkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan, symbolizes a transformative initiative aimed at delivering a significant peace message to the global community. …

Beirut: Two persons have been reported dead and 20 injured in 17 road accidents within the last 24 hours, the Traffic Management Center said on Monday.

According to National News Agency – Lebanon, the incidents have raised concerns over road safety …

Beirut: Minister of Culture Dr. Ghassan Salameh announced that Lebanon will participate in the Venice Architecture Biennale with a project that highlights the nation’s resilience amid challenging surroundings. During a press conference at the National…

Beirut: President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, on Monday promulgated Law No. 68 abolishing the death penalty in Lebanon, following its approval by Parliament several days ago.

According to National News Agency – Lebanon, this legislative mo…