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Salam Receives Egyptian Counterpart at Airport, Bilateral Talks Set for Tomorrow

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived in Beirut this evening at the head of a ministerial delegation, marking the start of a two-day official visit. He was received at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Minister of Industry Joe Issa El Khoury.An official welcoming ceremony for the Egyptian guest is scheduled to take place at 9:00 am tomorrow in the outer courtyard of the Grand Serail. This will be followed by a bilateral meeting between Salam and Madbouly, after which expanded talks will be held between the Lebanese and Egyptian delegations.Salam and Madbouly will hold a joint press conference at the conclusion of the talks.

12/18/2025 7:29:00 PM

Smuggled Pistols Seized at Airport

Reports indicate that a shipment of smuggled Glock pistols has been seized at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, in the possession of a passenger arriving on a flight from Paris to Lebanon.

12/18/2025 7:24:00 PM

Egyptian PM arrives in Beirut

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, where he was received by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.

12/18/2025 6:48:00 PM

Rami Naim testifies before court, issues statement

Journalist Rami Naim issued the following statement:After all attempts to lure me to the southern city of Sidon failed, and out of my firm belief in the judiciary, the rule of law, and institutional governance, I appeared today before Public Prosecutor Judge Pierre Francis in Beirut in connection with a complaint filed against me over my political positions, through which I have consistently expressed my views. These positions prompted some individuals affiliated with Hezbollah’s political environment to attempt to silence me.The investigation was attended by my legal counsel, attorney Marc Hobeika, and lasted for three consecutive hours, during which I answered all questions in line with my principles and independent thinking. The inquiry addressed every aspect of the complaint and was conducted with a high level of professionalism. I provided detailed explanations of all the issues raised, responded thoroughly to the accusations against me, and categorically denied them.Today, I extend my thanks to my fellow journalists who followed this case. It is no longer my personal case, but one that concerns the entire media community. I also emphasize my appreciation for the judiciary’s esteemed role and its constructive approach toward journalists in a manner that safeguards their rights and dignity. At the same time, I reiterate my call for all judges to strictly adhere to due process, especially when a case or complaint involves a journalist.

12/18/2025 6:11:37 PM

7 Laws Passed as Parliament Approves World Bank Loan for Reconstruction

Parliament on Thursday approved seven government-referred draft laws during a session that continued a previous sitting, most notably a loan agreement with the World Bank for Reconstruction and Development to implement the Emergency Assistance Project for Lebanon, aimed at rehabilitating infrastructure damaged by the war.The session also endorsed several international agreements, approved the law returned by the President of the Republic concerning the organization of the ordinary judiciary, and passed the draft Integrated Solid Waste Management Law.Quorum was secured with the attendance of the parliamentary blocs of Development and Liberation, Strong Lebanon, National Moderation, Loyalty to the Resistance, along with a number of independent MPs.Following the votes, Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri adjourned the session. The minutes were ratified together with those of the previous sitting, rendering all approved laws enforceable.Speaker Berri opened the session at 11:15 a.m. in the presence of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, several ministers, and members of parliament. At the outset, he called for a two-minute moment of silence in memory of late MP Ghassan Skaff and former MP Zaher Al-Khatib.During the session:MP Melhem Khalaf called for the Cyprus agreement to be studied in Parliament, urged political de-escalation, and requested placing the electoral law on the agenda.MP Gebran Bassil raised concerns regarding recent decisions by the Court of Audit and the parliamentary investigation committee related to the telecommunications sector.MP Bilal Abdallah urged the government to address public sector challenges and accelerate solutions.Parliament then reviewed the draft law approving the loan agreement between Lebanon and the World Bank for the Emergency Assistance Project.Finance Minister Yassine Jaber said the project forms part of a broader reconstruction framework, noting that the fund’s initial allocation stands at $250 million and includes the establishment of a reconstruction committee.MP Ali Hassan Khalil stressed that the project does not constitute comprehensive reconstruction but focuses on rehabilitating infrastructure damaged by the aggression, calling on the government to develop and approve a full reconstruction plan. The draft law was subsequently approved.Parliament also approved:A draft law repealing Law No. 614 (2004) authorizing an agreement with Sudan to avoid double taxation and prevent tax evasion.Decree No. 1105, the law returned by the President concerning the organization of the ordinary judiciary.A draft law approving a World Bank loan for the Second Beirut Water Supply Project.A draft law approving a loan agreement and amendment related to the Public Financial Management Project.A draft law approving Lebanon’s accession to the Patent Cooperation Treaty.Lawmakers then debated amendments to Law No. 80 (2018) concerning funding sources for integrated solid waste management. Several MPs raised legal, financial, and administrative concerns, with some calling for the draft to be returned to the Environment Committee, while others supported proceeding with the law as a necessary first step.Speaker Berri initially referred the matter back to committees, but following further debate, amendments related to environmentally sound waste collection and transport within municipal boundaries were put to a vote, approved, and the draft law was ratified.When discussion turned to a proposal to include contracted employees at the Ministry of Information in the retirement system, MPs began leaving the chamber, causing a loss of quorum. Speaker Berri then adjourned the session, after which the minutes were read and approved.

12/18/2025 5:59:05 PM

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Salam Receives Egyptian Counterpart at Airport, Bilateral Talks Set for Tomorrow

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived in Beirut this evening at the head of a ministerial delegation, marking the start of a two-day official visit. He was received at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and Minister of Industry Joe Issa El Khoury.An official welcoming ceremony for the Egyptian guest is scheduled to take place at 9:00 am tomorrow in the outer courtyard of the Grand Serail. This will be followed by a bilateral meeting between Salam and Madbouly, after which expanded talks will be held between the Lebanese and Egyptian delegations.Salam and Madbouly will hold a joint press conference at the conclusion of the talks.

12/18/2025 7:29:00 PM

Smuggled Pistols Seized at Airport

Reports indicate that a shipment of smuggled Glock pistols has been seized at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, in the possession of a passenger arriving on a flight from Paris to Lebanon.

12/18/2025 7:24:00 PM

Egyptian PM arrives in Beirut

Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly arrived at Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport, where he was received by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.

12/18/2025 6:48:00 PM

Rami Naim testifies before court, issues statement

Journalist Rami Naim issued the following statement:After all attempts to lure me to the southern city of Sidon failed, and out of my firm belief in the judiciary, the rule of law, and institutional governance, I appeared today before Public Prosecutor Judge Pierre Francis in Beirut in connection with a complaint filed against me over my political positions, through which I have consistently expressed my views. These positions prompted some individuals affiliated with Hezbollah’s political environment to attempt to silence me.The investigation was attended by my legal counsel, attorney Marc Hobeika, and lasted for three consecutive hours, during which I answered all questions in line with my principles and independent thinking. The inquiry addressed every aspect of the complaint and was conducted with a high level of professionalism. I provided detailed explanations of all the issues raised, responded thoroughly to the accusations against me, and categorically denied them.Today, I extend my thanks to my fellow journalists who followed this case. It is no longer my personal case, but one that concerns the entire media community. I also emphasize my appreciation for the judiciary’s esteemed role and its constructive approach toward journalists in a manner that safeguards their rights and dignity. At the same time, I reiterate my call for all judges to strictly adhere to due process, especially when a case or complaint involves a journalist.

12/18/2025 6:11:37 PM

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