Lebanon revives offshore gas push with new approval for Total-led consortium Beirut has approved a new exploration permit allowing international energy companies to begin work on an offshore block bordering Israel’s maritime border. Lebanon
Lebanon says phase 1 of Hezbollah disarmament complete as Iran FM visits Beirut The announcement by the Lebanese army came as Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beirut for a two-day visit amid ongoing regional tensions. Lebanon
Lebanon pursues remnants of Syrian regime in country: What we know Lebanon’s military has stepped up security efforts amid reports of remnants of the ousted regime of President Bashar al-Assad inside Lebanese territory. Lebanon
Newsletter: Daily Briefing Lebanon’s president slams Israeli strikes Lebanon’s president slams Israeli strikes ahead of ceasefire talks, Iran protests enter second week, Israeli FM visits Somaliland, and more. By Rosaleen Carroll In Washington, DC, US, reporting on the Middle East
Analysis Hezbollah still dominant among Lebanon's Shiite, but ground is shifting By Karim Safieddine , Izzat Zahreddine
Analysis With Trump’s backing, Israel gives Lebanon last chance before attacking Hezbollah By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Haniyeh’s visit to Lebanon further deepens Palestinian rift Fatah has criticized the recent visit of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh to a Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, where he received a strong welcome. Palestine
Fire breaks out at Beirut's port after last month's deadly explosion The fire is in the same area as the Aug. 4 port explosion from which Lebanon is still recovering. Lebanon
Looming despair among Lebanon’s refugees Large numbers of Syrian and Palestinian refugees in Lebanon remain in very vulnerable condition. Lebanon
US sanctions two former Lebanese ministers over Hezbollah links The Treasury Department blacklisted Yusuf Finyanus and Ali Hassan Khalil over alleged corruption and dealings with Hezbollah. Lebanon
Dog sparks hope in Beirut of possible miracle survivor under rubble A dog alerted Chilean rescuers to a possible sign of life near downtown Beirut and the search has provided hope to people in the city one month after the deadly explosion. Lebanon
Lebanon’s army finds more ammonium nitrate near Beirut port A month after the blast that ripped through the Lebanese capital, the army has discovered an additional 4.35 tons of the same explosive chemical that caused the blast. Lebanon
Lebanese ask 'Should I stay or should I go' under pressures to rebuild The pressures to rebuild Lebanon, to endure harsh working and living conditions and the fear of another tragedy add an inconceivable burden to people trying to make it in industries fraught with their own challenges. Lebanon
Lebanon taps diplomat Mustapha Adib as next prime minister The country's ambassador to Germany has promised to immediately implement government reforms. Lebanon
Lebanon-IMF talks make little progress despite bank collapse The Lebanese ruling elite is still bargaining over the economic reforms required by the International Monetary Fund, while the country’s economic situation continues to go downhill. Lebanon
Lebanon's central bank to take over banks that cannot boost capital The central bank is giving Lebanese banks until February to increase their capital by 20% or give their shares to the government amid fears that people's deposits are at risk. Lebanon
Child dies in sectarian firefight near Beirut Hours of fighting in a town south of Beirut left at least two dead and several injured. Lebanon
Israel retaliates after Hezbollah shoots at IDF from Lebanon Israel is worried that a security incident late Aug. 25 on the border fence with Lebanon means that Hezbollah intends to escalate tensions. Israel
