Syria foils Hezbollah-linked plot to attack Homs refinery: What to know Syrian authorities have intensified a crackdown against Hezbollah’s alleged plans to launch attacks inside Syrian territory as well as smuggling attempts. Syria
UAE’s Al Habtoor Group to sell all assets in Lebanon: What to know The company suspended operations in Lebanon back in January, citing massive losses exceeding $1.7 billion due to the country's financial crisis, capital controls and security concerns. Lebanon
Lebanon uncovers new tunnel amid tensions with Hezbollah: What to know A tunnel was discovered near Beirut as tensions between Lebanese authorities and Hezbollah have been running high over the seizure of weapons shipments destined for the Iran-backed group. Lebanon
Analysis 'The problem and the solution': Netanyahu-Sharaa call exposes Israel's Syria dilemma The Israeli leader revealed that he spoke with the Syrian president last year, but stalled talks and Israel's fortification of a security zone on Syrian land underscore his mistrust of Sharaa. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Arab League says talks in Lebanon 'starting point' amid Gulf rift Hossam Zaki, the Arab League’s deputy chief, also offered to travel to Saudi Arabia to help mediate the diplomatic row. Lebanon
Economic meltdown hits Lebanese funeral industry With the economy in tatters, many Lebanese are struggling to afford basic funeral services. Lebanon
Lebanon’s president, prime minister agree on plan to solve crisis with Gulf Saudi Arabia and its allies are angry with a Lebanese minister over comments he made on the war in Yemen, but the row may actually be about the influence of Iran’s ally Hezbollah in Lebanon. Lebanon
Saudi Arabia expels Lebanon's ambassador over Yemen comments The Kingdom has also halted imports from Lebanon. Lebanon
Lebanon charges 68 in relation to shooting at Hezbollah protest Six people were killed at a protest against the Beirut port explosion investigation. News Brief
Food poisoning spikes in Lebanon amid fuel crisis Increased food poisoning and spoilage in Lebanon is the likely result of electricity shortages that in turn affect refrigeration and other aspects of the supply and distribution chains. Lebanon
Lebanese president warns against return to 'dark page from our history' Six people were killed at a Hezbollah-led protest over the Beirut port explosion investigation, prompting fears of another civil war in Lebanon. News Brief
US to give $67 million to Lebanon’s military as violence erupts in Beirut The Lebanese army deployed in the streets of the capital after at least six people were shot dead during violent protests. Lebanon
Six killed in shooting at Hezbollah protest over Beirut explosion probe Hezbollah blamed the Christian political party the Lebanese Forces for the attack. News Brief
Beirut port probe suspended again as judge issues warrant for ex-minister Former Finance Minister Ali Hassan Khalil was sanctioned by the US government last year for corruption. News Brief
Lebanese court sentences Syrian fighters to death The men partook in the 2014 attack by the al-Qaeda-affiliated Jabhat al-Nusra on the Lebanese army in the town of Arsal, according to the Lebanese military. Lebanon
Financial crisis endangers Lebanese zoo animals Amid the economic crisis, zoos in Lebanon are struggling to maintain the proper conditions for the animals. Lebanon
