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Lebanon investigates shooting outside US embassy

September 21, 2023

Lebanon investigates shooting outside US embassy

An unknown gunman has opened fire outside Lebanon’s U.S. Embassy northeast of the capital of Beirut. Authorities have launched an investigation into the shooting.

Syrians attempting to illegally enter Lebanon injured in land mine explosion

September 13, 2023

Syrians attempting to illegally enter Lebanon injured in land mine explosion

At least three Syrians, who may have been trying to flee from their war-torn country, became injured Wednesday when two land mines exploded along the Lebanese border.

Treasury imposes terrorism sanctions on Hezbollah-linked network in Lebanon, South America

September 12, 2023

Treasury imposes terrorism sanctions on Hezbollah-linked network in Lebanon, South America

The U.S. Treasury Department imposed terrorism-related sanctions on a network consisting of seven individuals and businesses across Lebanon and South America.

Cease-fire declared in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp following days of intense fighting

September 11, 2023

Cease-fire declared in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp following days of intense fighting

Following several days of intense fighting that caused six deaths and 50 injuries, a cease-fire has been declared in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp.

Clashes resume between Palestinian factions in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp

September 8, 2023

Clashes resume between Palestinian factions in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp

Dozens of people were injured Friday after clashes between two Palestinian factions resumed overnight at the Ein el-Hilweh camp in Lebanon.

Lebanese arrest warrants issued for 2 Russians accused of spying for Israel

August 28, 2023

Lebanese arrest warrants issued for 2 Russians accused of spying for Israel

Arrest warrants have been issued for two Russian citizens recently detained in Lebanon's capital for alleged espionage on Israel's behalf.

Monaco closes corruption probe into Lebanese PM

August 25, 2023

Monaco closes corruption probe into Lebanese PM

Monaco's three-year corruption probe into Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati has proven fruitless, and was reportedly closed over a dearth of incriminating evidence.

Strike planned for air traffic controllers at Lebanon's only civilian airport

August 24, 2023

Strike planned for air traffic controllers at Lebanon's only civilian airport

The 13 air traffic controllers employed at Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, have announced their intent to go on strike next month.

UNRWA temporarily suspends services in Lebanon's largest refugee camp amidst concern over armed groups

August 18, 2023

UNRWA temporarily suspends services in Lebanon's largest refugee camp amidst concern over armed groups

The United Nations agency responsible for Palestinian refugees has made the decision to temporarily halt its services within Lebanon's most expansive refugee camp as a form of protest.

Militants still occupying school in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian camp as clashes between factions have ended

August 17, 2023

Militants still occupying school in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian camp as clashes between factions have ended

A school compound led by the United Nations is still being occupied by militants in Lebanon’s largest Palestinian refugee camp, two weeks after clashes between factions have ended.