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Israel launches strong airstrike on Beirut's southern suburbs
Beirut/Jerusalem, March 28: Israeli airstrikes hit a building in Beirut's southern suburbs on Friday, marking the first such attack since a ceasefire was agreed on November 27.
Lebanese President condemns Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon
Beirut, March 22: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday condemned Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon that killed two people and wounded eight, accusing Israel of violating a ceasefire agreement and risking broader conflict, according to a statement from Lebanon's presidency.
IMF calls for unified reform programme to boost economic recovery in Lebanon
Beirut, March 12: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) urged Lebanon on Wednesday to adopt a unified financial reform programme to facilitate economic recovery and restore investor confidence.
Lebanon, Saudi Arabia stress importance of enhancing Arab cooperation on key issues
Beirut, March 4: Lebanon and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed in a joint statement the importance of enhancing Arab cooperation and coordinating positions on key regional and international issues, the Lebanese official National News Agency (NNA) reported Tuesday.
Iranian Parliament Speaker pledges support for reconstruction efforts in Lebanon
Beirut, Feb 23: Iran is ready to cooperate with Arab and Islamic countries to rebuild parts of Lebanon damaged by Israeli military actions, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf said on Sunday during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
Lebanese president urges US support for army, calls for Israeli withdrawal
Beirut, Feb 22: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the US to continue supporting the Lebanese army with equipment and resources to help it carry out its national security duties, particularly in southern Lebanon.
Lebanon extends suspension of flights to and from Iran
Beirut, Feb 18: The Lebanese government decided to extend the suspension of flights to and from Iran, without clarifying the duration of the extension.
Lebanese President expresses concern over Israel's full withdrawal
Beirut, Feb 17: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday voiced concerns over whether Israel would completely withdraw from southern Lebanon on Tuesday.
Lebanese President condemns UN convoy attack
Beirut, Feb 15: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday strongly condemned the attack on a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) convoy, which occurred a day earlier on the airport road in Beirut, along with other security incidents in the capital, calling them "unacceptable" and "deplorable."
Iraqi PM reaffirms support for Lebanon
Baghdad, Feb 11: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani pledged to continue support for Lebanon after the latter's recent formation of a new government, Iraqi government spokesman Basim al-Awadi said.
Lebanon orders army to retaliate against fire from Syria
Beirut, Feb 9: The Lebanese army said that it had ordered troops deployed along the Syrian border to retaliate against fire originating from Syrian territory.
Lebanon agrees to extend ceasefire with Israel until Feb 18
Beirut, Jan 27: Lebanon's caretaker government announced on Monday that it has agreed to extend the ceasefire agreement with Israel until February 18 as the initial 60-day truce expired.
11 killed, 83 injured by Israeli gunfire in Lebanon
Beirut, Jan 26: The death toll from Israeli gunfire targeting crowds of Lebanese trying to return to their homes in southern Lebanon has risen to 11, with 83 others injured, the Lebanese Health Ministry said on Sunday.
Lebanon urges France to enforce ceasefire as Israel signals extended presence
Beirut, Jan 26: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on France to pressure Israel to fully adhere to the ceasefire agreement reached with Hezbollah on November 27, 2024, according to a statement from Lebanon's Presidency.
Lebanese president, Spanish defence minister meet on ceasefire progress, ties
Beirut, Jan 21: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called for Israel's immediate withdrawal from disputed territories during a meeting on Tuesday with Spanish Defence Minister Margarita Robles.
French President pledges support for Lebanese army
Beirut, Jan 17: Visiting French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed on Friday France's commitment to supporting the Lebanese army, announcing plans to establish a new training centre for Lebanese soldiers.
Jordan keen to boost ties with Lebanon: FM Safadi
Beirut, Jan 17: Visiting Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi expressed his country's keenness to boost bilateral ties with Lebanon and invited newly elected Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to visit Jordan.
Spanish FM announces 10-million-euro donation to Lebanese army
Beirut, Jan 16: Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares Bueno announced that Spain will donate 10 million euros to the Lebanese Armed Forces.
Lebanese President calls for smooth formation of new government
Beirut, Jan 14: Lebanon's newly-elected President Joseph Aoun on Tuesday called for the smooth formation of a new government to send positive messages to the international community.
Lebanese President begins parliamentary consultations to nominate new PM
Beirut, Jan 13: Lebanon's new President Joseph Aoun began binding parliamentary consultations on Monday to nominate a Prime Minister to form the first government of his term, according to the official National News Agency.
High-level UAE delegation arrives in Lebanon to reopen embassy in Beirut
Beirut, January 13: In response to the directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and following a call between Al Nahyan and Joseph Aoun, President of the Republic of Lebanon, a high-level UAE delegation arrived in Lebanon's capital, Beirut, to undertake all necessary arrangements to reopen the UAE embassy in Beirut.
Lebanese caretaker PM visits Damascus for talks with Syria's de facto leader
Damascus, Jan 11: Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati arrived in Damascus on Saturday for talks with Syria's de facto leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, marking the first visit by a sitting Lebanese premier to Syria in over a decade, Syrian Al-Watan Online newspaper reported.
Lebanon's newly-elected president to visit Saudi Arabia on first foreign trip
Beirut, Jan 11: Lebanon's newly-elected President Joseph Aoun announced Saturday that he will visit Saudi Arabia at the invitation of Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.
Lebanon's newly elected president meets Cypriot counterpart on ties
Beirut, Jan 11: Newly elected Lebanese President Joseph Aoun hosted Cypriot President Nikos Christodoulides, discussing bilateral relations and Lebanon's pressing needs.
Italy to play role in preserving ceasefire between Lebanon, Israel: FM
Beirut, Jan 11: Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Antonio Tajani said that Italy will play a role in preserving the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel.
Lebanon Army Chief Joseph Aoun elected as country's new President
Beirut, January 10: Lebanon's parliament elected Army Chief Joseph Aoun as the country's new president on Thursday, bringing an end to a prolonged political deadlock and presidential vacancy, CNN reported.
Army chief Joseph Aoun elected Lebanon's president
Beirut, Jan 9: Lebanon's army chief Joseph Aoun was elected president in the second round of the presidential vote held on Thursday, local media reported.