Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV 2 days ago

Reporter’s Notebook: On the papal plane and beyond — covering Pope Leo XIV’s first foreign trip

American-born Pope Leo's first foreign trip ends in Lebanon with emotional plea for hope as locals ask Vatican not to forget their struggling nation.

Lebanon 3 days ago

Pope Leo XIV calls for 'divine gift of peace' in maiden visit to Middle East

America's first pope visits Lebanon during crisis, meeting Christian and Muslim leaders to encourage coexistence in the conflict-torn Middle East.

Pope Leo XIV 4 days ago

Reporter's Notebook: Thanksgiving weekend in Turkey with an American pope, next stop Lebanon

Pope Leo XIV completes pilgrimage to Turkey, meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and religious leaders while promoting peace and unity before traveling to Lebanon.

Pope Leo XIV 4 days ago

Pope Leo XIV begins Lebanon visit amid economic crisis, heightened security concerns

Pope Leo XIV arrives in Lebanon on the second leg of his historic first international trip as pontiff, visiting Christian communities amid regional tensions and ongoing crisis.

Israel 6 days ago

Israel releases body-cam video of deadly Syria raid targeting Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated terrorists

IDF releases body-camera footage of Syria gun battle that wounded six Israeli soldiers during arrest operation targeting al-Jamaa al-Islamiyya terrorists.

Pope Leo XIV November 27

Pope Leo XIV opens first foreign trip in Turkey with a visit to Christianity’s early heartlands

Pope Leo XIV makes historic first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon, marking 1,700 years since Council of Nicaea while supporting persecuted Christians.

Benjamin Netanyahu November 23

Israel eliminates Hezbollah's top military commander Haytham Ali Tabatabai in targeted Beirut strike

Israeli strike kills Hezbollah chief of staff Haytham Ali Tabatabai in Beirut as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls him a "mass murderer" with $5 million bounty on his head.

Israel November 21

Israel-Hezbollah border tensions rise as terror group rearms, resists US- backed ceasefire

Hezbollah is rebuilding its arsenal in southern Lebanon, violating a fragile ceasefire with Israel as tensions rise along the northern border amid daily IDF strikes.

Israel November 19

IDF strikes Hamas 'terrorist targets' across Gaza following reported ceasefire violation

Israel launches strikes across Gaza Strip after "several terrorists" opened fire on IDF soldiers in Khan Younis in the latest reported ceasefire violation.

World November 6

Israel says it is striking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon

Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, forcing civilian evacuations from al-Taybeh and Tayr Debba as the IDF warns residents to stay 500 meters away.

Israel November 6

As Trump admin pushes Gaza peace plan, history shows UN peacekeeping’s mixed record

U.S. presents Gaza peace plan draft to U.N. Security Council with international coalition, including Egypt, Qatar and Saudi Arabia, for two-year stabilization force.

Israel November 4

Israel warns Hezbollah ‘playing with fire,’ presses Lebanon to act on weapons pledge

Hezbollah rebuilds arsenal with Iranian support as Lebanon fails to enforce ceasefire. Israeli forces adopt proactive doctrine following Oct. 7 lessons learned.

Israel November 2

Trump admin pressures Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah as envoy calls nation ‘failed state’

Trump administration pressures Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah as ceasefire violations mount. Israeli strikes continue amid concerns over terrorist group's rebuilding efforts.

United Nations September 19

UNRWA schools ‘hijacked by Hamas,’ watchdog report warns

Watchdog group UN Watch says Hamas' terrorist leaders dominate UNRWA schools in Gaza and Lebanon, shaping curricula and staffing at the U.N agency.

Opinion August 25

MIKE POMPEO: How Trump can save Lebanon from Iran's influence

This Trump administration can counter Iranian proxy Hezbollah in Lebanon by ending UNIFIL mission and supporting Lebanese Armed Forces.

Lebanon August 18

US envoy nears Lebanon-Israel ceasefire that would disarm Hezbollah terror group

U.S. special envoy to Lebanon to discuss potential ceasefire agreement with Israel after Beirut endorses plan to disarm Hezbollah terrorist group.

World August 12

French-drafted UNIFIL resolution could shield Hezbollah as US stays silent

Critics fear a U.N. Security Council resolution authored by France could leave a current system in place in southern Lebanon despite years of failures to curb Hezbollah.

Syria July 25

US, Israel announce targeted killings of terror leaders in Syria and Lebanon

CENTCOM troops killed ISIS leader al-Hardani in Syria, while Israeli forces eliminated Hezbollah officer Ali Qoutan as both nations continue counterterrorism efforts.

Syria July 16

Who are the Druze? Religious group aids Syrian members under Islamist attack, Israeli members offer support

Israeli military responds to protect Syrian Druze from Islamist militants as local Druze citizens cross the border to aid their brethren, prompting concerns from Israeli officials.

Lebanon July 7

US champions Lebanon's response to Hezbollah disarmament, hints at Abraham Accords opportunity

U.S. Envoy Thomas Barrack welcomes Lebanon's response to proposal calling for Hezbollah disarmament within four months, suggesting potential peace talks with Israel

Israel June 26

Trump’s crown jewel Abraham Accords may expand to normalize ties between Israel and other nations

The Abraham Accords may soon include Syria and Lebanon, according to Israeli media, with the Trump administration working to expand the peace agreement between Israel and Arab nations.

United Nations June 19

Decision day approaches for Trump admin on controversial UN force that failed to disarm Hezbollah

Former Trump ambassador labels UNIFIL "the most spectacular failure" as the U.N. force faces potential mandate termination for ineffectiveness against Hezbollah's military buildup.

Israel June 17

Israel's US ambassador says beeper operation will 'seem simple' compared to actions against Iran

Israel's Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter said surprises will emerge amid the conflict with Iran that will make Israel's beeper operation look "simple."

Lebanon May 7

Family of American hostage tortured in Lebanon wins landmark case against Iran

Court rules in favor of Lebanese American family in unprecedented lawsuit against Iran for Hezbollah's kidnapping and torture, establishing legal proof of Iranian influence in Lebanon.

Lebanon April 24

A weakened Hezbollah leads some in Lebanon to talk of peace with Israel as US pushes sides together

Lebanese citizens are reportedly beginning to discuss normalization with Israel following the crushing blow dealt to the Iran-backed terror proxy Hezbollah by Israel.

Lebanon March 28

Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war

Israel has launched an attack on Beirut, marking its first strike on Lebanon's capital since a ceasefire ended the latest Israel-Hezbollah war last November.

Lebanon March 18

DHS: Deported Brown University doctor attended Hezbollah chief's funeral, supported terror leader

Brown University professor Dr. Rasha Alawieh was deported to Lebanon after allegedly admitting she went to the funeral of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah.

Syria March 17

Syria's new regime hits Hezbollah targets in Lebanon over claims its fighters were executed

Conflict between two jihadist factions – Sunni-led Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and Shia Hezbollah – on the Syrian-Lebanese border highlights a growing sectarian divide in the region.

Trump's First 100 Days March 12

‘Overblown’ reports on Israel-Lebanon normalization risk hindering border talks before they begin: official

Israeli reports that Israel and Lebanon are looking to normalize ties are "overblown" and risk hindering work being done to negotiate border security as Hezbollah remains a chief threat.

Lebanon February 28

Lebanon seizes $2.5M destined for Hezbollah after stopping man at airport in 'unprecedented’ bust

A man allegedly carrying $2.5 million in cash destined for Hezbollah reportedly was detained at Beirut’s airport in what an expert is calling an "unprecedented" bust.