News for Lebanon Arrest warrant for former minister in Beirut blast probeJudge leading probe into massive Beirut port explosion issues arrest warrant for a former Cabinet minister. Nasrallah to Lebanese cabinet: Ask US for sanctions waiverHezbollah chief calls on Lebanese cabinet to seek a US sanctions waiver to import Iranian fuel. Iran vows to continue supporting Lebanese 'resistance'Iran is a major backer of Hezbollah and has in recent weeks provided Lebanon with fuel, in violation of US sanctions. Jordan’s King vows to stand by LebanonJordan’s King Abdullah II meets Lebanon's Prime Minister amid ongoing fuel shortage in Lebanon. Electricity outage in Lebanon as power stations run out of fuelLebanon’s electricity grid shuts down after the country’s two main power stations run out of fuel. Lebanon left without power, outage could last daysLebanon's two largest power stations shut down due to fuel shortage, causing power outage. This is the house in which Ron Arad was held captiveSaudi Arabian network publishes footage of what it says is the home in Lebanon in which Israeli navigator was held captive until May 1988.US denounces Hezbollah's deliveries of Iranian fuel to LebanonState Department spokesman: Hezbollah's deliveries of Iranian fuel to Lebanon are a “public relations stunt”.Report: Mossad took DNA samples to find Ron AradArabic media reports Mossad operated twice in Lebanon and Syria, took DNA from body to determine it if was missing Israeli navigator.Beirut port blast probe to resumeLebanon's appeals court rejects lawsuits against lead investigator of Beirut port explosion, a decision that allows him to resume his work.Beirut blast investigation suspendedI24NEWS discusses decision to suspend investigation into cause of massive port explosion which rocked Beirut last year. Lebanese TV issues formal apology for 'Ukrainian prostitutes' commentLebanese politician causes a diplomatic incident with Russia and Ukraine when he refers to women from those countries as 'prostitutes.'Will Lebanon's schools survive country's economic collapse?Crippling fuel shortages and ongoing financial crisis may prevent the school system from functioning in the once-thriving state. Lebanon's new government wins vote of confidencePrime Minister Najib Mikati's government wins vote of confidence for a policy program that aims to remedy the country’s economic crisis. Lebanese PM vows to liberate 'territories occupied by Israel'Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati says Lebanese citizens have the right to oppose Israel and respond to its attacks.Iran willing to sell fuel to Lebanon’s governmentAnnouncement follows delivery of Iranian fuel arranged by Hezbollah which was condemned by the Lebanese government. Lebanese PM: Iranian fuel shipments are a breach of Lebanon's sovereigntyLebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati criticizes Iranian fuel shipments imported by Hezbollah, in violation of US sanctions on Iran. Trucks carrying Iranian diesel arrive in LebanonDozens of trucks carrying Iranian diesel arrive in Lebanon, in violation of US sanctions on Iran.Lebanese government formed after 13-month impasseLebanese Prime Minister-designate Najib Mikati vows to leave no stone unturned in efforts to rescue the country. Lebanese PM subpoenaed in Beirut blast probeJudge issues subpoena for Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister after he failed show up for questioning on Beirut port blast. Lebanese doctor sentenced for helping Palestinians get treatment in IsraelLebanese military tribunal sentences doctor working in Australia to 10 years over work with NGO that helps Arabs get to Israeli hospitals. Lebanon: Israel blatantly violated our airspaceLebanon's Defense Minister complains to UN following air strike on Syria that was attributed to Israel.Hezbollah taunts Israel with announcement of Iranian shipmentHassan Nasrallah says Iranian tanker carrying fuel to assist with Lebanon's economic crisis on the way in direct challenge to Israel. What Hezbollah learned this monthLike many Israelis, Hezbollah now understands that Israel will make no move in Lebanon without a green light from Washington that will never Watch: Lebanon at a standstill as fuel shortage deepensLebanon's worsening fuel crisis has reached a painful point of no return following years of government corruption and mismanagement. At least 20 killed in fuel tanker explosion in northern LebanonFuel tanker explodes in Akkar in northern Lebanon, killing at least 20 and injuring at least seven. Amb. Erdan: Outrageous Lebanon released Hezbollah terrorists who fired rocketsIsraeli Ambassador to the UN writes to Secretary General calling on UN to condemn release of 4 terrorists who fired rockets at Israel.Anti-Semitism has helped destroy LebanonIt’s worth asking how the Levantine state got into its current predicament. Op-ed. President Herzog: The whole world has seen the results of Iran's aggressionPresident Isaac Herzog participates in ceremony in honor of the arrival of the Sa’ar 6 “Atzmaut” ship in Israel.Lebanon’s Year ZeroA year after Beirut Port explosion, the country seems more broken than ever with even less chance for a realistic positive outcome. Opinion. Israeli Ambassador: UN willfully turns a blind eye to Hezbollah's war crimesAmbassador Gilad Erdan fires back after UN chief calls on all parties to exercise restraint following rocket fire from Lebanon to Israel. Watch: Hezbollah launches rockets at IsraelNew footage released of Hezbollah's rocket launcher - firing missiles at Israel.Hassan Nasrallah: Israel is afraid to attack in LebanonHezbollah leader calls Israeli retaliation a 'dangerous development,' says Second Lebanon War was terror group's 'greatest achievement.' Ambassador Erdan: The international community must take action against LebanonIsrael's Ambassador to the US and UN sends letter complaint to Security Council and UN Secretary-General following rocket fire from Lebanon. Watch: Hezbollah fires rockets on northern IsraelHezbollah's TV network publishes footage of the firing of a barrage of rockets from Lebanon towards northern Israel. Watch: Lebanese seize Hezbollah rocket launcherDruze Arabs in southern Lebanon take control of Hezbollah rocket launcher. IDF conducting 'extensive' attacks in LebanonDefense establishment is preparing 'additional options' for response to rocket fire, source says. IDF source: 'If Hezbollah had wanted to, they could have done a lot worse'IDF source: Wednesday rocket fire was 'not with Hezbollah's permission,' Friday's rockets were 'intentionally' launched at open areas. Defense Min. Benny Gantz calls emergency meeting to discuss rocket fireDefense Minister Gantz holds emergency meeting at headquarters, discussing rocket fire from Lebanon and the IDF's response.IDF: Hezbollah fired 19 rockets towards IsraelThree of the rockets landed in Lebanon, 10 were intercepted, and six fell in open areas in northern Israel, the IDF confirms.Lebanese President condemns Israeli air strikesLebanese President Michel Aoun blasts Israel's retaliatory air strikes following rocket attacks on northern Israel. Former Intelligence chief: With Biden in office, Iran no longer afraidIsrael's former chief of military intelligence says Trump's ousting has led to Iran no longer fearing a military response from the West. US condemns rocket attacks from Lebanon on IsraelState Department spokesman says Washington will remain engaged with Israeli and Lebanese partners to de-escalate the situation. IDF attacks terrorist infrastructure in LebanonFighter jets strike areas in Lebanon from which rockets were fired toward the State of Israel as well as infrastructure used for terrorism. IDF launches third strike along Lebanon borderResponding to rocket fire earlier, IDF strikes along Lebanese border - for the third time in two hours.Lebanon's PM-designate holds consultations with partiesNajib Mikati is trying to put together a government to rescue the crisis-hit country. Assessment: Iran within months of nuclear weaponsInstitute for National Security Studies in annual report: Iran has crossed lines that have not been crossed in the past.Lebanon to designate yet another Prime Ministerial candidateLebanese wealthy businessman Najib Mikati to be designated PM after winning the support of most major parties.Infiltrators returned to Lebanon2 Sudanese infiltrators arrested after illegally crossing border searching for employment.UN Amb. Gilad Erdan: Hezbollah an increasing threat to regional stabilityErdan urges UN Security Council to consider the "dangerous development" in Lebanon as Hezbollah increases its military building. IDF arrests infiltrators from LebanonSuspects are undergoing questioning, IDF says.Suspected infiltration from Lebanon, IDF conducting searchesIDF soldiers conducting searches after alert received about two suspects who crossed the border from Lebanon. Chief of Staff: We will respond overtly and covertly to attacks from LebanonIDF Chief of Staff responds to firing of 2 rockets at Israel from Lebanon overnight. Gantz: All rocket fire from Lebanon will be met with an iron fistDefense Minister says Israel has weathered attempts to carry out cyber attacks against its critical infrastructure. Gantz: Lebanon is responsible for rocket attacks against usIsraeli Defense Minister says Lebanon will be held responsible for terrorist rocket attacks. Blinken: US 'disappointed' by Hariri stepping downSecretary of State says the resignation of Saad Hariri as Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate is disappointing.Lebanese PM-designate Saad Hariri resignsPolitical crisis in Lebanon deepens as Haari says he is unable to form a government with President Michel Aoun. |
