Bassil calls out Berri to lift immunity on politicians in aftermath of Beirut explosion
Free Patriotic Movement leader, MP Gebran Bassil, on Monday called on House Speaker, Nabih Berri, to hold a session on the 4th of August, 2021(one…
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President Aoun Chairs Meeting Devoted to Address Drug Crisis in Lebanon
President of the Republic, General Michel Aoun, chaired a meeting devoted to tackle the drug crisis, after the decision issued to lift 75% of medicine…
As Lebanon Collapses, the Man With an Iron Grip on Its Finances Faces Questions
People can’t get their money from banks, the currency has crashed and Riad Salameh’s reign at the central bank is facing allegations of fraud. By…
Gibran Bassil on the cover of STARS illustrated magazine, New York, forthcoming issue
By Marjorie Lerner A Lebanese controversial figure, but steadfast and unyielding. A man with a sharp mind, adored by some while criticized by others. The…
Lebanese judge to question top politicians and security officials over Beirut blast
The Lebanese judge leading the investigation into last year’s massive explosion at Beirut’s port said he intends to pursue senior politicians and former and current…
Pope, religious leaders to pray for Lebanon on July 1
The day of prayer, sharing and ecumenical encounter aims to rekindle the light of hope in a land that is plagued by severe political and…
Lebanese Money in Switzerland Record-High
Lebanese clients parked more money in Switzerland than ever last year. This comes against the backdrop of French as well as Swiss investigations into potential…
U.S. Military to Withdraw Hundreds of Troops, Aircraft, Antimissile Batteries From Middle East
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin told Saudi crown prince of drawdown in June 2 call, officials say WASHINGTON—The Biden administration is sharply reducing the number of…
France opens probe into personal wealth of Lebanon’s central bank chief
France has opened a probe into the personal wealth of Riad Salameh, central bank chief in crisis-hit Lebanon, sources told AFP Sunday. Paris financial prosecutors…
Pope Francis to meet with Christian leaders from Lebanon
In words following Sunday’s Angelus, Pope Francis said he will receive the leaders of Lebanon’s Christian communities in the Vatican, on 1 July to discuss…