Explore September 2025’s top stories from Middle East Uncovered — Iraq’s Jaafari Law, Syria’s struggle for coexistence, Qatar’s shattered neutrality, Hezbollah’s legacy in Lebanon, the Taliban’s cultural erasure, Turkey’s authoritarian turn, and more.| Ideas Beyond Borders
The United Nations is helping to restore cultural sites in Lebanon damaged by the 2020 Beirut port explosions which, according to Human Rights Watch, killed 218 people, displaced 300,000, and… The post UN helps restore Lebanese cultural sites in wake of explosion appeared first on Global Construction Review.| Global Construction Review
Shiite cleric Abbas Yazbek, a vocal Hezbollah […] The post The Story Behind The Detention Of Sheikh Abbas Yazbek appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
In Lebanese official ceremonies, protocol dictates that […] The post Nailed to the Floor, Detached from the Nation appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
Lebanon’s food sector has become a reflection […] The post Toxic Trade: Expired Food Puts Lebanese Consumers at Risk appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
When President Joseph Aoun was inaugurated, he […] The post Aoun’s Dilemma: Authority Without Power appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
The Lebanese government is under growing strain, […] The post Close to The Edge appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
Driving the news: Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem […]| Nowlebanon
One year after the pager-and-walkie-talkie bombings that shattered […] The post From Pager Bombs to Power Politics: Lebanon’s Unfinished Reckoning appeared first on The Media Line.| The Media Line
As the balance of power shifts in the Middle East, pressure from Israel and Saudi Arabia may spark a Lebanese civil war. By As`ad AbuKhalil Special to Consortium News The U.S. and Saudi Arabia are pushing Lebanon toward civil war. The…Read more →| Consortium News
By: Ralph I. Hage / Arab America Contributing Writer Tucked beside the greenery of Beirut’s Horsh Park, the Khashokji Mosque is easy to miss at first glance. Modest in size and stripped of the ornamental flourish that defines many traditional mosques, it instead attracts attention through its simple refinements. Designed by Lebanese architect Assem Salam … Continued The post The Khashokji Mosque of Beirut – Where East Meets West appeared first on Arab America.| Arab America
By Nancy DeGennaro and Jimmy Hart LEBANON and CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University representatives hit two of the three grand divisions of the state last week — Lebanon and Chattanooga — on the 14-city True Blue Tour student recruitment initiative with a total of $163,500 in scholarships presented. “I promise when you come […]| MTSU News
Once Lebanon has crafted a defense agreement with Turkey, it should negotiate with Hezbollah, offering the group clear political guarantees in exchange for disarmament. The post Lebanon: Between Normalization and Confrontation with Israel appeared first on Politics Today.| Politics Today
"We have three objectives: returning the hostages, dismantling Hamas, and safely bringing back the residents of the north. This remains our focus, despite the current media attention on the northern front," says Brig. Gen. Amichai Levin, commander of Hatzerim Air Force Base, in a joint interview with Lt Col M., commander of the 69th Squadron, […]| www.israelhayom.com
The spectacle that unfolded at Beirut’s Raouché […] The post Raouché and the Politics of Suicide: Hezbollah’s Theatrics of Decline appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
The interview with former MP and coordinator […] The post Resistance as a Means, Not a Fate: Lessons from Elias Atallah appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
This past week exposed, yet again, the […] The post The Sovereignty Trap: Why Containment Is Not a Solution appeared first on Nowlebanon.| Nowlebanon
In Kurdistan, innovators are reinventing agriculture with hydroponics and AI, creating climate-friendly solutions for food security and resilience| Ideas Beyond Borders
Basbousa is a popular dessert made from semolina that is served in many Middle Eastern and Mediterranean countries. It is infused with syrup and then... The post Middle Eastern Basbousa Recipe appeared first on Travel Food Atlas.| Travel Food Atlas
Real stability will not be achieved by forcing Hezbollah to disarm; it is contingent on creating a state that is more legitimate and capable.| Manara Magazine
The 43rd anniversary of President-elect Bachir Gemayel’s […]| Nowlebanon
Heya ride app offers girls and women […]| Nowlebanon
The so-called “Axis of Resistance” is mired […]| Nowlebanon
As the 2025 school year begins, the […]| Nowlebanon
From Gaza’s embattled journalists to Iraq’s ambitious new trade corridor, August was a month of defining shifts across the Middle East. Here’s a look at the stories that captured the most attention.| Ideas Beyond Borders
The visit of US Central Command (CENTCOM) […]| Nowlebanon
Lebanon, a country in the Middle East with a rich cultural heritage and diverse landscape, is home to several significant rivers that flow from its [...]| Health Lebanon
The bilateral relationship between Lebanon and Comoros has evolved over the years, shaped by both countries’ commitment to regional stability, mutual respect, and cooperation in various fields. Lebanon, located in the Eastern Mediterranean, and Comoros, an island nation in the Indian Ocean, have maintained diplomatic ties despite their geographical distance. Their relationship has primarily been focused on diplomatic engagement, cultural exchange, and areas of economic cooperation, with bot...| Health Lebanon
A ranking of the angriest countries in the world according to the latest Global Emotions Report published by Gallup| The Facts Institute
Five years on from the Beirut port explosion, survivors are still demanding justice — and communities are rebuilding with help from IBB’s Innovation Hub.| Ideas Beyond Borders
Users in Lebanon can send money abroad to over 50 countries, while Lebanese living overseas can send money home. Whish …| TahawulTech.com
Oversized equipment destined for pharmaceutical production campus in Lebanon, Ind., gets careful handling at Ports of Indiana’s Ohio River facility en route from Texas MOUNT VERNON, Ind. – Indiana River & Rail Terminals recently managed the barge-to-truck […] The post Indiana River & Rail Terminals handles critical barge shipment at Mount Vernon port for large pharmaceutical project in central Indiana appeared first on Ports of Indiana.| Ports of Indiana
In a new spike of competition and amid Iran’s retreat as a result of Israel’s military pressure Turkey emerges as a prominent power.| Manara Magazine
Singapore concluded their AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifying campaign with a narrow 0–1 defeat to Lebanon on Saturday evening (19 July...| www.fas.org.sg
A new wheelchair-accessible taxi in Lebanon is helping people with disabilities regain independence and mobility.| Ideas Beyond Borders
Israel continued to carry out attacks across southern Lebanon on Monday, with renewed fears of escalation after several deadly strikes late last week. Today saw multiple towns and villages targeted, and little to no comment from the Israeli side as to why. Multiple attacks targeted the town of Yaroun, with…| News From Antiwar.com
Jordan’s challenge will be avoiding being pulled into regional divides while continuing to play its part as a source of stability.| Manara Magazine
For August, in which Panama is president of the UN Security Council, the MAP provides recommendations on the situations in Lebanon, South Sudan and Syria, as well as thematic recommendations on Women, Peace and Security.| NGO Working Group on Women, Peace and Security
NATO-sponsored Al Qaeda HTS terrorists serve the anti-Jewish Zionist Greater Israel project 'Greater Middle East' approving Israeli land-grab.| Syria News
In a region where censorship, conflict, and authoritarianism often dominate the headlines, everyday people are quietly rewriting the narrative. From Kabul to Beirut, the first quarter of 2025 saw i…| Ideas Beyond Borders
Israel carried out multiple drone strikes against southern Lebanon today, killing two people and wounding two others. Both of the slain were claimed by the IDF to have been members of Hezbollah. The first strike was in the area near Kfour, killing one and wounding two. About an hour later,…| News From Antiwar.com
The renowned journalist Peter Scholl-Latour, who died in 2014, was listed as a source by the German foreign secret service for decades and received commissions. The German Federal Secret Service (BND) used journalists as sources for decades – sometimes even paid them – and thereby violated its own regulations. The extent of this co-operation became […] Der Beitrag Journalist Peter Scholl-Latour worked for German foreign secret service, archive files prove erschien zuerst auf Matthias Mo...| Matthias Monroy
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), is in a fist, confused about what to do with one of its senior officers who was recently repatriated from a Peacekeeping mission in Lebanon over allegations that he attempted to rape a colleague female officer. This paper’s sources within the top echelons of Ghana’s military, have revealed that a […]| The Herald Ghana
This month, Together Women Rise features a Transformation Partnership Grant to support Equality Now’s work to achieve legal gender equality, end harmful practices, end sexual violence, and end sexual exploitation. This work is global, so while we don’t feature a specific country, we invite you to peruse our full recipe archive with recipes from all […] The post The Proven Platter – February 2024 Lebanon first appeared on Together Women Rise. The post The Proven Platter – February 20...| Together Women Rise
Lebanon must end its lockdown or face economic, fiscal, and monetary disasters that pose an even greater threat to the country than COVID-19. The post Lebanon’s Dubious Second Wave and the Need to End Lockdown appeared first on Foreign Policy Journal.| Foreign Policy Journal
Together, we can make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless families through the unforgiving winter months.| WF AID
Lebanon bas been betrayed, tortured, and traumatized by Western imperialism. How does it manage to continue fighting back?| Liberation School – Revolutionary Marxism for a new generation of fighters
How to get a visa for Syria? To get a visa for Syria is actually very easy if you book your tour with YPT. Every facet of your Syrian visa process is taken| Young Pioneer Tours
Average Temperatures in April| Health Lebanon
Israel has bombed Syria again: A Damascus neighborhood and a military barracks. Israel murdered one SAA soldier, and wounded seven others. The post Israel Murders Syrian Soldier in Syria, Wounds Others appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Israel bombs Syria, murders a little girl and injures others, while UN remains mute and NATO media normalize its war crimes. The post Israel Bombs Syria: Murders Child, Wounds Several in Baniyas appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Israel assassintes the commander of the IRGC 'Quds Force' by bombing the Iranian Consular Building in the Syrian Capital, Damacsus, war crime. The post Israel Assassinates IRGC Commander in Syria, Russian Consent! appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
NATO proxies Israel, Al Qaeda, ISIS, Uighur terrorists bomb and attack Syrian Arab Army posts in southern and northern Syria. The post NATO Proxies Israel and Al Qaeda Target Syrian Army Posts appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Israel bombs a house in western Damascus countryside from over the occupied Syrian Golan three days after its massacre bombing in Homs. The post Israel Bombs Damascus Western Countryside Destroying a House appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Zionist satanic children killer Israel commits new massacre in Homs, central Syria bombing a residential neighborhood shortly after midnight. The post Satanic Children Killer Israel Commits a New Massacre in Homs appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Hezb Allah avenges the Israeli murder of Hamas top commander in Beirut by bombing Israel's top spy, command and control base, north Palestine. The post Hezb Allah Retaliates: Israeli Top Spy Base Bombed with Missiles appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
President Putin is on the path to major victories over the US-led West in Ukraine, and in the rest of the world especially over Gaza. The post Erdogan’s Family is against “Israel”; their Father’s State is with it! appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Israel assassinates Hamas's top politburo leader Saleh Al-Arouri in a drone bombing of a building in Dhahiyah, southern Beirut, Lebanon. The post Israel Commits A Deadly Mistake Assassinating Saleh Al-Arouri appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Tunisian authorities arrested dozens of former Muslim Brotherhood government officials on charges of transfering terrorists to Syria. The post Tunisian Authorities Detain Dozens of Ennahda Officials for Terror appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
US President Joe Biden is offering his frenemy Netanyahu a way out of the trouble the latter brought onto Israel and the USA in Gaza. The post What Does Washington Offer that Netanyahu Refuses? appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
President Putin is on the path to major victories over the US-led West in Ukraine, and in the rest of the world especially over Gaza. The post Operation Al Aqsa Flood – Will Putin Win? appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Israel has assassinated two more journalists, raising the reporters & cameramen death toll to 65 in Gaza and Lebanon since 7 October . The post Israel Murders Mayadeen Reporter & Cameraman After Broadcast appeared first on Syria News.| Syria News
Average Temperatures in March| Health Lebanon
Overview of Lebanon’s Weather in February| Health Lebanon
Beirut is a city full of contradictions but a captivating spirit. It is a city perhaps best known for its vibrant nightlife, culture, academia and arts – so could Beirut also make a suitable city… The post 25 Best Things to Do in Beirut With Kids appeared first on Family Travel in the Middle East.| Family Travel in the Middle East
January in Lebanon is characterized by cold temperatures, especially in the mountainous regions, with occasional rainfall and even snowfall. This month marks the peak of winter in the country, making it a great time to enjoy snow-related activities in the mountains while also experiencing the cooler, more temperate weather in cities like Beirut. While January can bring stormy weather, it also offers a beautiful and atmospheric backdrop for those visiting Lebanon’s diverse landscapes and cul...| Health Lebanon
Exposing secrets of the Israeli national security state| Tikun Olam תיקון עולם إصلاح العالم
Lebanon, a small yet captivating country on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, is rich in history, culture, and natural beauty. From the vibrant city life of Beirut to the ancient ruins of Baalbek and the tranquil beauty of the Cedars of God, Lebanon offers a diverse range of experiences for travelers. However, the best time to visit Lebanon largely depends on the region you are visiting and the activities you want to pursue. Understanding the country’s climate and seasonal variati...| Health Lebanon
Exposing secrets of the Israeli national security state| Tikun Olam תיקון עולם إصلاح العالم
The political question of moment is why, rather than fundamentally altering the Western view of Israel, the events of...| London Review of Books
We call for an immediate ceasefire and building lasting peace in Palestine and Lebanon Since the 7 October 2023 Hamas attack on Israeli civilians, Israel has responded with completely disproportionate use of force that goes beyond self-defence. Israel and the actors it fights, Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran, have created a large humanitarian crisis, and are […]| GYG
On 23 September, after nearly one year of cross-border attacks along Lebanon’s southern border, Israel escalated its bombardment of Lebanon, causing waves of mass displacement that have surpassed the country’s ability to provide adequate shelter. * Fatima’s vibrant smile slowly fades away after entering the classroom. Desks and chairs are stacked on one side of [...]Read More... from Lebanon: Families, children, seek shelter in school in Bichwet amid escalating violence| Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF ...
As an international medical graduate from Lebanon, training in the United States is an opportunity I’ve dreamed about for many years. Yet, while I immerse myself in fellowship training at one of the most prestigious institutions in the world, my heart and mind often drift thousands of miles away, to my homeland, which is currently ravaged by war.| Biomedical Odyssey
Lebanon, a small yet geographically diverse country located in the eastern Mediterranean, is characterized by a rich tapestry of landscapes. Despite its modest size, Lebanon’s geography features a striking contrast of coastal plains, rugged mountain ranges, fertile valleys, and dramatic rivers. The country is bordered by Syria to the north and east, Israel to the south, and the Mediterranean Sea to the west. This geography is divided primarily into four regions: the narrow coastal strip, th...| Health Lebanon
Lebanon, located at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian hinterland, has a long and rich history that spans thousands of years. Due to its strategic location and its coastal ports, Lebanon has been a meeting point of civilizations and cultures, which shaped its diverse heritage. The ancient Phoenicians, renowned as maritime traders and shipbuilders, founded some of the earliest city-states in the region, such as Byblos, Sidon, and Tyre, establishing connections with Egypt...| Health Lebanon
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian (R) met Prime Minister of Russia Mikhail Mishustin (L), Tehran, October 30, 2024 The US president Joe Biden sprang a surprise during a press gaggle with reporters outside the White House on Thursday when he essentially didn’t rule out a potential meeting with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at the upcoming summits … Continue reading "West Asian crisis prompts Biden to break ice with Putin"| Indian Punchline
The Israeli occupation army announced the killing of the commander of the 401st Brigade, Colonel Ihsan Daksa.| Palestine Chronicle
Western leaders said his death offered an opportunity for the conflict to end, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the war would go on until the hostages seized by Hamas militants were returned.| Ariana News
Lebanon, a small country on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean, is a land of immense cultural and historical significance. Despite its compact size, Lebanon boasts an astonishing array of landmarks that span thousands of years. From ancient Phoenician cities and Roman temples to Ottoman-era architecture and the towering peaks of the Lebanese mountains, Lebanon is a fascinating crossroads of civilizations. Its landmarks reflect the country’s rich and diverse past, with traces of Phoenici...| Health Lebanon
Lebanon, situated on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea, has a rich and complex history that reflects its geographic location as a crossroads of civilizations. This small country has been home to a multitude of peoples, including the ancient Phoenicians, and has been influenced by empires ranging from the Assyrians and Persians to the Romans, Ottomans, and French. Lebanon’s strategic importance has often placed it at the center of political and military conflicts, and it remains a k...| Health Lebanon
Israel seems to forget that Nasrallah was a more effective version of the last Hezbollah leader it assassinated in 1992| Responsible Statecraft
Israel’s pager plot in Lebanon has rekindled the debate over “booby-traps” and with it a popular blood libel—that the Jewish state not only rigs Hezbollah beepers but toys for tots| Commentary Magazine
Two opposing views of the West, formed by two grievances.| Martin Kramer on the Middle East
Israel-Hamas negotiations collapse, but full-scale war isn’t […]| Nowlebanon
As risk of money laundering is amplified […]| Nowlebanon
This is our scary experience at Beirut Airport where we were pulled aside by the Immigration Police, interrogated, and banned from Lebanon.| Nomadic Boys
Mister N is about a novelist who has lost his sanity. He has left his apartment, he says, because he could no longer live in the shadow of a high rise being built alongside it. He has checked into …| What I Think About When I Think About Reading
Overflights risks of the OLBB/Beirut FIR are increasing. The outbreak of a larger scale conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is increasingly likely. Several airlines (Air France, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Swiss, Transavia and Middle East Airlines - the Lebanese flag carrier) have temporarily suspen| International Ops 2024 - OPSGROUP
On the burner is a project law […]| Nowlebanon
TEHRAN, Jul. 19 (MNA) – The Lebanese Islamic Resistance has targeted military positions and Zionist settlements in northern Occupied Palestine in 12 operations since Friday morning.| Mehr News Agency
TEHRAN, Jul. 14 (MNA) – The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly denounced the genocide carried out by the Israeli regime in the Al-Mawasi region and called for international intervention to halt the atrocities committed by Tel Aviv.| Mehr News Agency
TEHRAN, Jul. 21 (MNA) – In a fresh act of violation of Lebanon's airspace, the Zionist regime once again bombed areas in the south of the Arab country on Saturday night.| Mehr News Agency
Exposing secrets of the Israeli national security state| Tikun Olam תיקון עולם إصلاح العالم
Exposing secrets of the Israeli national security state| Tikun Olam תיקון עולם إصلاح العالم
By Guita Hourani. The approximate 4,000 Ukrainians residing in Lebanon, mostly women married to Lebanese men, epitomize a community facing a complex web of challenges. Amid Lebanon's enduring economic and political upheavals and the relentless war in Ukraine, these women display remarkable resilience in navigating dual crises.| TRAFO – Blog for Transregional Research
Population Distribution| Health Lebanon
A Lebanese man named Mohammed Ibrahim Suroor, aged 57 was discovered dead in Beit Meri, Mount Lebanon, after being reported missing.| 961
Having a well-stocked pantry makes a huge difference with being able to cook at home versus always having to order in, or else having to rush to the grocery store because your missing an essential ingredient.| Simply Lebanese
