A coordinated series of explosions involving pagers carried by Hezbollah operatives has left dozens injured and several dead in Lebanon. While Hezbollah and the Lebanese government accuse Israel, the US claims they had no prior knowledge of the incident. The explosions mark a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
Hezbollah, the Iran-backed militant group, suffered a significant setback on Tuesday as encrypted communication devices detonated across Lebanon, injuring hundreds and killing at least three. The incident, which comes amid heightened tensions with Israel, has raised concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in the region. The explosions have had a limited impact on financial markets so far, with investors adopting a wait-and-see approach.
Hezbollah, a Shi’ite Islamist group with roots in Lebanon, has emerged as a major player in the Middle East. This article explores the origins, military capabilities, regional influence, and political role of Hezbollah, examining its involvement in the Gaza war and its history of conflict with Israel.
As summer draws to a close, Lebanon is gearing up for its autumn and winter tourism seasons with a focus on attracting both local and international visitors. The Ministry of Tourism has announced two new campaigns, aiming to revitalize the tourism industry following a summer marked by security concerns and challenges. Miss Lebanon 2024, Nada Koussa, has pledged to contribute to the efforts by promoting tourism both domestically and internationally.
Hezbollah launched retaliatory rocket fire at northern Israel early Sunday, hours after Israeli strikes killed three Lebanese civil defense personnel in the south. The escalating violence comes as tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, an ally of Hamas, rise during the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Riad Salameh, the former governor of Lebanon’s central bank, was arrested in Beirut on Tuesday on charges of financial crimes linked to a brokerage company. This arrest comes after years of accusations against Salameh, including charges of illicit enrichment and money laundering. The charges stem from his dealings with Optimum Invest between 2015-2018, a Lebanese firm that offers income brokerage services. This arrest marks a significant development in Lebanon’s fight against financial corruption and could potentially help the country avoid being placed on a ‘grey list’ by the Financial Action Task Force (FATF).
Middle East Airlines (MEA) has announced free booking changes for passengers affected by flight schedule adjustments in early September. These adjustments are due to ongoing issues with aircraft insurance risks, particularly for flights between Lebanon and other countries. The revised schedule includes delayed incoming and outgoing flights from Beirut, affecting various destinations including Dubai, Doha, Istanbul, Jeddah, and Kuwait. Passengers booked on these flights are eligible for one free change to their booking.
Israel has claimed responsibility for a strike near the Syrian-Lebanon border that killed a “significant” Islamic Jihad operative, according to an Israeli military statement. The strike also reportedly killed other militants and targeted Hezbollah recruitment efforts. The incident comes amid heightened tensions following Israel’s recent conflict with Hamas in Gaza.
Hezbollah launched a barrage of rockets and drones towards Israel in retaliation for the assassination of a senior commander, marking a significant escalation in the conflict. This article delves into the history and capabilities of the Katyusha rockets, a key weapon in Hezbollah’s arsenal.
Israel launched preemptive airstrikes across southern Lebanon after accusing Hezbollah of planning a large-scale rocket and drone attack. Hezbollah retaliated with hundreds of rockets and drones, claiming to target an Israeli military intelligence base. Both sides halted the fighting by mid-morning, suggesting a potential de-escalation. The incident occurred amidst ongoing ceasefire talks in Cairo aimed at ending the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.
