7 Dead, 34 Injured After Gunmen Storm Jordan Church During Funeral Seven killed, 34 hurt when gunmen stormed a funeral at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, Jordan. What happened and what it means. Latin Times · Oct 24
Trump move to restart direct US flights with Lebanon hits roadblock The UN aviation agency has found Beirut’s main airport lacks valid certification, an emergency plan and adequate firefighting resources for long-haul aircraft, potentially delaying the resumption of direct US-Lebanon flights announced by President Donald Trump. Lebanese authorities say corrective measures are underway, while security concerns and regional hostilities pose additional… The Economic Times · Oct 17
Rubio urges Lebanon to not return confiscated explosives to Hezbollah: US official US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun regarding Hezbollah's seized explosives and accountability. Aoun affirmed the Lebanese army’s commitment to preventing armed displays and confiscating weapons. Rubio then urged military communication between Lebanese and Israeli forces for safety measures. Amid regional tensions, Aoun requested that… The Economic Times · Oct 16
Lebanon welcomes Trump's move to lift 41-year US flight ban, and other Mideast developments Lebanon has welcomed a decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to lift a decades-long flight ban between the two countries The Independent UK · Oct 10
Lebanon security talks in Paris focus on replacing UN mission The leaders of France, Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday met in Paris to discuss international support for the cash-strapped Lebanese army and the creation of a new force to succeed a longstanding UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon. Radio France Internationale · Sep 17
Leaders from Lebanon, France and Jordan to discuss struggling Lebanese military Leaders from Lebanon, France and Jordan are meeting in Paris to support Lebanon's struggling military The Independent UK · Sep 17
Macron to host King Abdullah II and Lebanon's Aoun to discuss support for Lebanese Armed Forces The Paris talks come as Lebanon is seeking international backing to strengthen its armed forces and prevent a security vacuum in the south of the country. Euronews · Sep 17
Lebanon wants Israel security deal, Hezbollah disarmament without confrontation: Report in an exclusive interview he wants to reach a security agreement with Israel once it withdraws from the south, and is determined to disarm Hezbollah without resorting to confrontation. Aoun reiterated Lebanon was determined to disarm the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, saying the decision was "neither negotiable nor open to… The Economic Times · Sep 16
Middle East is the latest arena of political recalibration for Italy’s right-wing but pragmatic Meloni Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has made a political art of being many things at once. The Conversation · Sep 15
Lebanon’s president makes a rare visit to southern city as fears of Israeli attacks grow Lebanon’s president has made a rare visit to a southern city amid fears of more Israeli attacks The Independent UK · Sep 12
UAE intercepts incoming Iranian drone, and other news from the Middle East An Iranian drone was intercepted early Monday over the United Arab Emirates territorial waters, the Defense Ministry said The Independent UK · Aug 31
Vatican says 'serious concerns' over Israel-Lebanon deal implementation VATICAN CITY - The Vatican expressed "serious concerns" Thursday about problems implementing a US-brokered deal between Israel and Lebanon, following a meeting between Pope Leo XIV and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Bangkok Post · Aug 20
Israeli strikes that killed 11 send 'clear message' on negotiations, says Lebanese president In a statement on Saturday, Hezbollah warned that the latest Israeli attacks would "be met with an appropriate response." Euronews · Aug 15
Seventh round of talks between Lebanon and Israel under way in Rome Lebanon and Israel began a new round of United States-sponsored direct talks in Rome on Tuesday, as Beirut seeks Israel's phased withdrawal from the country's south. But critics, including Hezbollah, say the talks amount to a "surrender" by Lebanon. Radio France Internationale · Aug 4
Radio France Internationale · Aug 4 Push for indictment as Lebanon marks six years since Beirut port blast Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is urging the judiciary to issue a long-awaited indictment over the 2020 Beirut port blast, as the country marks six years since the catastrophe which killed more than 200 people.
The Independent UK · Jul 27 UN human rights chief says Israel must end occupation and house demolitions in Lebanon The United Nations' human rights chief says Israel must end its military presence in southern Lebanon and stop demolishing homes
The Independent UK · Jul 22 Trump told Americans to visit Lebanon. The rest of his government has warned not to travel there Trump unexpectedly announced he would allow US carriers to fly directly to Lebanon, ending a more than 40-year ban
The Independent UK · Jul 22 Lebanon's prime minister tours shattered southern village, calls for Israeli military withdrawal Lebanon's prime minister has visited a southern village as a Lebanese-Israeli agreement brokered by Washington appears to have started following a monthslong war
Benzinga · Jul 22 Trump Allows US Airlines to Fly Directly to Lebanon Following White House Talks With Joseph Aoun President Donald Trump has said that U.S. domestic airlines will begin flying to Beirut after meeting with Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun.
France 24 · Jul 21 Trump says US 'not finished' attacking Iran as conflict widens President Donald Trump said the US was "not finished" attacking Iran on Tuesday as the conflict widened, with Tehran launching strikes on Gulf states and its Houthi allies threatening to blockade Saudi ports. The escalation came amid fresh US strikes, rising military casualties and continued diplomatic contacts through mediators.
The Times of India · Jul 21 US airlines to resume direct flights to Lebanon after 40 years, says Donald Trump US President Donald Trump announced direct flights to Lebanon will resume. This decision follows talks with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House. Direct commercial flights were suspended between the two nations in 1985. The US pledged continued support for Lebanon and its stability. Airlines may be cautious due…
International Business Times UK · Jul 21 Trump Warns Houthis US Will 'Take Care Of' Group Over Threatened Saudi Ports Blockade Donald Trump has warned of US intervention if the Iran-backed Houthis blockade Saudi Arabia's Red Sea ports, amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The Independent UK · Jul 21 Trump announces direct US flights to Lebanon, reversing Reagan-era rule The announcement followed a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House
Euronews · Jul 21 Trump promises US support for Lebanon in White House meeting with president Lebanon and Israel have held rare direct talks mediated by Washington. Aoun’s visit was the first to the White House by a Lebanese president since 2009.
Euronews · Jul 21 Lebanese army begins deployment to southern regions after Israel deal Beirut announced the beginning of its mobilisation to the southern Lebanese regions as President Aoun prepares for a high-stakes meeting with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday to conclude his four-day visit to Washington.