Lebanon
WORLD
Lebanon Picks Army Chief Joseph Aoun for President
After two years of political paralysis, Lebanon's election of Joseph Aoun as president signals a rare moment of unity, offering hope for rebuilding a nation plagued by economic collapse, regional tensions, and public dissatisfaction.
Gaza War
US Aid for Egypt Goes to Lebanon
The Biden administration redirects $95 million in aid from Egypt to Lebanon, signalling Israel's security as a key decision driver.
Gaza War
Shattered Ceasefire: Lebanon Reports Hundreds of Israeli Breaches
Despite a ceasefire brokered by the U.S. in November 2024, Israeli forces have repeatedly violated the truce with Hezbollah through shelling, airstrikes, and demolitions, while Hezbollah grapples with regional shifts, the collapse of Assad’s regime, and diminishing influence, exacerbating Lebanon's diplomatic and cultural challenges.
LIFESTYLE
Fairouz at 90: Cultural Touchstone Hits a New Milestone
Fairouz, the "Jewel of Lebanon," has captivated the Arab world for over seven decades with her timeless music that blends traditional Arabic melodies with modern elements, addressing themes of love, nostalgia, and patriotism, while uniting listeners across the Levant, Palestine, and the broader MENA region.
EUROPE
France Lauds Assad’s Downfall, Calls for Orderly Transition
France applauded a stunning military operation by rebel groups that swiftly toppled the Assad regime, marking a dramatic shift in Syria’s political scene.
Popular
Europe’s Circular Economy Still Struggles to Become Real
Europe's circular economy promises lower emissions, more jobs, and less waste, but it still looks more convincing in briefings than in everyday markets.
Pentagon Freeze Warms Canada-Europe Ties
Washington paused its oldest military partnership with Canada last week, its clearest nudge yet toward Europe.
Congo: Rebel Resurgence Disrupts India’s Africa Plans
An Ebola outbreak in rebel-held Congo shows how dormant wars can spill into wider crises, pulling diplomatic summits and energy security off track.
EU Sanctions Talk Tests Europe’s Red Lines
Europe's latest sanctions talk over an Israeli minister is less about one video than about whether the bloc still acts when its outrage is public and specific.
Mistral Leads Europe and Reveals Its Limits
Mistral has become Europe's clearest AI champion, but its rise also shows how far the continent still is from matching the American frontier on scale, compute, and control.
