Israel says it destroyed Hezbollah tunnels in Ali al-Taher ridge: What to know The ridge has become a flashpoint in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon due to its extensive tunnel network Israel says is utilized by the Iran-backed group. Israel
Israeli escalation in south Lebanon leaves 27 dead in 3 days as talks stall The Israeli military has escalated airstrikes across south Lebanon after claiming control of a strategic ridge where Hezbollah has established an underground command center and tunnel network. Lebanon
Lebanon says at least 12 killed in Israeli strikes as tensions rise in south The escalation in southern Lebanon casts a shadow over upcoming Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome. Lebanon
Analysis Playing for time: Despite US pressure, Israel stalls Lebanon talks until after election Ahead of the eighth round of talks in Rome, the Israeli military reported clearing Hezbollah's underground stronghold at Ali al-Taher after besieging the ridge for months. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Analysis UAE gauges new Lebanon deals amid Levant economic stabilization push By Samuel Wendel In Washington, DC, reporting on regional business and tech
Explainer: Why Lebanon port blast families keep clashing with police Families of the Beirut port explosion victims continue to protest, asking for justice. Lebanon
Lebanon's Riad Salameh probe tops visit of European investigators A European delegation is conducting an investigation into Lebanon’s banking system and the port explosion in the hope of providing some answers. Lebanon
Lebanon arrests seven suspects in killing of Irish UNIFIL soldier Seven suspects have been arrested in relation to the killing of an Irish peacekeeper in south Lebanon and six more are being investigated. Lebanon
Hezbollah's Nasrallah refutes health rumors, slams Ben-Gvir Hassan Nasrallah praised internal efforts to choose a Lebanese president, but criticized attempts to link the issue to geopolitical developments. Lebanon
French defense chief in Lebanon, pledges more support to military Sebastien Lecornu's visit came two weeks following the killing of an Irish UNIFIL soldier as his convoy came under attack. A suspect is now in custody Lebanon
2022 in review: Lebanon in paralysis, fails ten times to elect President Head of Lebanese Army General Joseph Aoun is emerging as potential presidential candidate in Lebanon after a year of political dysfunction, rising poverty and economic collapse in country Lebanon
Analysis 2022 in review: Saudi-China, Qatar-Germany deals cap Middle East's energy developments Hydrogen power, oil price fluctuations and electric vehicles could feature prominently in the region in 2023. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Bars toast holiday season in Lebanon Lebanon's beleaguered food and beverage sector is hoping for relief from holiday travelers. Lebanon
As Lebanon unravels, Beirut neighborhood takes security into its own hands Amid Beirut’s unlit streets, men wield torches and batons to ensure security and safety in the neighborhood in an initiative that began in Achrafieh, one of Beirut’s oldest and most charming districts. Lebanon
Irish UN peacekeeping soldier killed in south Lebanon A UNIFIL convoy came under attack Dec. 14 resulting in the death of an Irish soldier and the injury of three others. Lebanon
World Bank says debt increasing in Middle East countries Egypt, Iran and Turkey’s debt rose significantly last year. Legacy: Gulf
Morocco's win at World Cup reopens Lebanon's civil war wounds Lebanon's former prime minister calls for calm amid sectarian clashes in Beirut following Morocco's win against Portugal. Lebanon
