New report links Lebanese army to economic stability

A report by the Institute of International Finance says the Lebanese economy can be improved by a return to stability.

Lebanon

Residents of Beirut’s southern suburbs live in fear of attacks

Following a string of attacks by extremist groups targeting the mostly pro-Hezbollah southern suburbs of Beirut, locals in this area carry on with their lives, although with tightened security measures.

Lebanon

Pope's statement in Davos a rare moment of hope

Pope Francis' statement read at Davos was a counterbalance to political unrest and economic uncertainty around the world.

Lebanon

Special Tribunal offers hope for justice in Lebanon

The Special Tribunal for Lebanon has the potential to set Lebanon on a course to becoming a more just country or an even more contentious one.

Lebanon

Zarif trip to Lebanon includes signal to Saudi Arabia

Iran and Hezbollah's abrupt change toward the formation of a Lebanese government might be part of a regional settlement.

Saudi Arabia

Lebanon's rocket scientists

Although Lebanon is a small country, many of its citizens have gained prominence throughout the world as scientists and inventors.

Lebanon

Special tribunal may foreshadow agreement on Lebanon government

Various domestic and regional developments, most notably the first session of the Special Tribunal for Lebanon to be held this week, could be the necessary spark for Lebanese factions to finally agree on a government.

Lebanon

Contacts between the Vatican, Beirut increase ahead of elections

There have been increased contacts between Lebanese Christian figures and officials from the Vatican, reflecting the latter’s growing concern for the upcoming presidential elections in Lebanon.

Lebanon

Lebanese cleric offers moderate vision in 'Shiite Charter'

Moderate Shiite leaders from the region will soon issue a statement about a new vision of moderation.

Iraq

Will Iran postpone FM's visit to Beirut?

In light of developments across the Middle East, there are signs that Iran might postpone an upcoming visit by Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif to Beirut.

Lebanon

Lebanon's age of extremism

Is the center of gravity in the Syria war expanding from Damascus to Beirut?

Lebanon

Geneva II must achieve peaceful solution

The Syrian government, the Syrian opposition and the world must take advantage of the opportunities afforded by Geneva II to bring peace to Syria.

Saudi Arabia