Beirut grinds to a halt as cabinet approves fuel tax hike
Protesters blocked roads in Beirut after Lebanon's cabinet approved new taxes that would raise fuel prices, triggering demonstrations in the capital.
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Beirut's 'Mother of Cats' Keeps a Lifeline for Lebanon's Feline Friends
Diana Abadi, known locally as the 'Mother of Cats,' has turned her Hadath shop into a full-time refuge for 50–70 abandoned felines (peaking at over 150 during crises) for 12 years, sleeping with the cats and fostering adoptions with social media, but rising rent threatens the shelter she largely funds herself.
Pope Leo XIV Inspires Hope and Peace in Lebanon and Beyond
Pope Leo XIV held an open-air Mass in Beirut, inspiring Lebanon's vulnerable populations and urging Christians to remain in the Middle East despite ongoing hardships.
Israel Conducts Beirut Outskirts Airstrikes Over Hezbollah Drone Activities
Israel launched heavy airstrikes on Beirut's southern outskirts, targeting alleged Hezbollah drone production facilities amid ongoing tensions and stalled disarmament efforts, marking one of the heaviest attacks since a cease-fire in November.
Lebanon's Path to Recovery: Rebuilding Lives Amid Ruins
A two-mile stretch of road in Dahiyeh, a Hezbollah stronghold in southern Beirut, is lined with mangled cars and collapsed buildings, highlighting the scale of destruction in the area. The road, named after Hadi Nasrallah, runs from Horsh Beirut through the urban sprawl of Dahiyeh.
Escalating Israeli Strikes Devastate Beirut Amid Ceasefire Talks
Israeli airstrikes have caused significant destruction in southern Beirut, targeting Hezbollah strongholds amid escalating hostilities. The attacks follow Hezbollah's barrage of 250 projectiles into Israel, intensifying the conflict that has resulted in over 3,750 deaths in Lebanon since October 2023. The violence has led to school closures in Beirut and surrounding areas, while international calls for a truce continue. Lebanon accuses Israel of increasing bombardments to pressure for concessions in ceasefire talks.
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Intense Israeli Strikes Rock Beirut Amid Escalating Conflict with Hezbollah
Israel has launched extensive airstrikes near Beirut, escalating tensions in the region. The strikes are part of ongoing conflicts involving Israel and neighboring territories, raising concerns about further instability in the Middle East.
Israeli Airstrike in Beirut Kills 15, Targets Hezbollah
An Israeli airstrike on a residential building in central Beirut has killed at least 15 people and injured 63 others, according to Lebanese officials. The attack, which used powerful "bunker busting" bombs, is part of escalating Israeli military actions against Hezbollah, despite ongoing ceasefire efforts. Rescue operations are underway in the densely populated Basta area. The Israeli Defense Forces have not commented on the strike, and no senior Hezbollah members were reportedly in the building. Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue in southern Lebanon.
Israeli Airstrikes Devastate Beirut Amid Rising Tensions
An Israeli airstrike in central Beirut has resulted in the deaths of 11 people, according to health officials. The incident adds to the ongoing tensions in the region.
Israel Intensifies Strikes in Lebanon Amid Stalled Ceasefire Talks
Israel conducted airstrikes near Beirut as a U.S. envoy continues efforts to negotiate a cease-fire in the region.
Israel Intensifies Strikes in Beirut Amid Cease-Fire Efforts
The Israel Air Force conducted targeted airstrikes on Hezbollah command centers and infrastructure in Dahieh, a Hezbollah stronghold in Beirut, as part of efforts to dismantle the group's military capabilities. The IDF took measures to minimize civilian casualties by gathering intelligence, conducting surveillance, and issuing warnings to residents.
Hezbollah Media Chief Killed in Israeli Airstrike on Beirut
An Israeli air strike in central Beirut killed Hizbollah's media relations chief, Mohammad Afif, amid intensified military actions targeting the group. The strike, which also hit the Arab Socialist Ba’ath party headquarters, is part of Israel's broader offensive against Hizbollah, including media and financial targets. This escalation comes as diplomatic efforts, led by the US, push for a ceasefire based on UN Security Council Resolution 1701. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon, with ongoing tensions between Israel and Hizbollah.
Israeli Airstrikes Target Beirut and Gaza Amid Rising Tensions
Hezbollah spokesman Mohammed Afif was killed in an Israeli airstrike on a building in central Beirut, which also housed the Lebanese branch of the Syrian Baath party. This incident is part of ongoing Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah strongholds in Lebanon, following cross-border tensions related to the Gaza conflict. The Israeli military had issued evacuation warnings for several areas in southern Beirut before conducting multiple strikes, which also resulted in casualties among Lebanese soldiers.
Israeli Strikes in Beirut Escalate Tensions with Hezbollah
Hezbollah's media chief Mohammed Afif was killed in an Israeli airstrike on the Baath political party headquarters in Beirut, Lebanon. The strike, which also killed three others and injured 14, has raised concerns about escalating tensions as Israel expands its targets beyond Hezbollah military officials. This comes amid intensified Israeli attacks on Beirut and ongoing efforts for a ceasefire in the conflict, which has resulted in over 3,400 deaths and 1.2 million displacements in Lebanon since late September.
Israeli Strike in Beirut Kills Top Hezbollah Spokesman Amid Tensions
An Israeli airstrike in central Beirut killed Hezbollah's chief spokesman, Mohammed Afif, amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The strike, which targeted the Arab socialist Baath party's office, occurred without prior evacuation warnings, resulting in multiple casualties. This escalation follows a year-long war between Israel and Hamas, with significant casualties on both sides. Meanwhile, Israeli police arrested three suspects after flares were fired at Prime Minister Netanyahu's residence, amid domestic unrest and calls for judicial reforms.