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Issa: Washington Supports a Sovereign Lebanon

US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa reaffirmed Washington’s support for Lebanon following a meeting with Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian."The United States is committed to standing by Lebanon and supporting the achievement of its sovereignty, and our positions are closely aligned with those of the Grand Mufti," Issa said.He added that discussions focused on Lebanon’s future and the importance of coexistence."I told him that the United States stands with the Lebanese people and wants Lebanon to be a safe and independent country," Issa said.

26-08-2026 17:57

Issa: Washington Supports a Sovereign Lebanon

US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa reaffirmed Washington’s support for Lebanon following a meeting with Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian."The United States is committed to standing by Lebanon and supporting the achievement of its sovereignty, and our positions are closely aligned with those of the Grand Mufti," Issa said.He added that discussions focused on Lebanon’s future and the importance of coexistence."I told him that the United States stands with the Lebanese people and wants Lebanon to be a safe and independent country," Issa said.

26-08-2026 17:57

Lebanon-UAE Ties Enter a Promising New Phase

Lebanon’s economic bodies’ president and former minister Mohammad Choucair said that “Lebanon is heading toward a promising phase as reconstruction begins, alongside the development of infrastructure and economic and service facilities,” noting that “there are many opportunities and projects that can be implemented through public-private partnerships and by leveraging Emirati capabilities.”The remarks came during the Lebanese-Emirati Economic Forum, hosted by the Lebanese Economic Organizations at the Beirut and Mount Lebanon Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture. Choucair welcomed the Emirati delegation, saying that “its presence in Lebanon following the crises the country has gone through reflects the beginning of Lebanon’s recovery and the restoration of confidence among the Arab and international communities.”Choucair stressed that “the establishment of the Lebanese-Emirati Business Council, the lifting of the travel ban, and ultimately the visit of the Emirati delegation to Lebanon are indicators of the strength of the fraternal ties between the two countries.”For his part, Sultan Abdullah Al Owais, Vice President of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry, underscored the importance of enhancing economic cooperation, noting that “trade relations between the two countries date back to the 1970s” and that there is a desire to pave the way for increased trade and investment between Lebanon and the UAE. He also said there would be a significant increase in private-sector investment across several sectors, including industry, logistics, hospitality and healthcare.

26-08-2026 17:00

Raggi Heads to Washington as Talk of a Second Aoun Visit Emerges

Lebanon’s Foreign Minister Youssef Raggi is expected to head a Lebanese diplomatic delegation to Washington, with Lebanon’s Ambassador to the United States Nada Maalouf Hamadeh and members of the negotiating delegation also expected to take part, according to Akhbar Al Youm's diplomatic sources.The visit, which is being discussed separately from the ongoing Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Rome, would aim to follow up on the summit meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and would also be linked to U.S. arrangements for the region.The sources also indicated that Aoun could make a second visit to the White House next fall to take part in an expanded meeting that could also include Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman or Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as preparations get underway for the next phase, which is expected to be framed around “peace in the Middle East.”

26-08-2026 16:51

Mikati, Kuwaiti Ambassador discuss Lebanon, regional developments

Former Prime Minister Najib Mikati received Kuwaiti Ambassador to Lebanon Mohammad Al-Sharji at his office on Wednesday.Talks focused on the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as bilateral relations between Lebanon and Kuwait.

26-08-2026 14:59

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Detained George Dib is not Dr. Food

A false report has been circulating on social media claiming that the individual arrested in the nighttime security operation revealed by MTV earlier was the person known as Dr. Food.However, the report is inaccurate and stems from a case of mistaken identity due to similar names. The suspect arrested on drug-related charges is George Dib, but he is not the same person as Dr. Food.

07-08-2026 13:05

Islamic Health Organization vehicle targeted

A drone carried out a strike this afternoon, firing a guided missile at a vehicle belonging to the Civil Defense of the Islamic Health Authority on the Nabatieh Al-Fawqa–Dar Al-Mouallim road.Reports said that several paramedics have been injured.Meanwhile, Ali Al-Taher hill on the outskirts of Nabatieh Al-Fawqa came under heavy artillery fire.

23-07-2026 17:55

Berri’s office dismisses reports as "fabricated and completely untrue"

The media office of Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri issued a statement denying reports attributed by some media outlets to "Ain El Tineh sources" or "sources close to Ain El Tineh," saying they are "entirely fabricated and have no truth whatsoever."

23-07-2026 15:52

Al-Sharaa: We Do Not Intend to Carry Out Any Military Intervention in Lebanon

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa announced that “we do not intend to carry out any military intervention in Lebanon.”In an interview with Al Jazeera, he added: “We are discussing with the Lebanese government solutions that would help bring Lebanon to safety.”He said: “The solution in Lebanon is not necessarily a security one, and we are working on a comprehensive approach to the crisis,” noting that “any chaos in Lebanon could have repercussions for Syria.”Al-Sharaa stressed his support for “the Lebanese state’s monopoly over arms and its decision on matters of war and peace.”

26-07-2026 13:03

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