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Beirut-based independent news and analysis on regional politics, national security, and foreign policy.

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Jan 4, 2025
A Musical Evening for Conservatoire Students The Lebanese National Conservatory, chaired by Dr. Hiba Al Kawas, organized an academic concert featuring over 100 students aged 7 to 14. The event, titled "Children String, Ensemble Concert," featured works by Beethoven, Dvorak and
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Aug 25, 2025
In an exclusive interview with #ThisisBeirut, US Envoy #MorganOrtagus stressed that #Hezbollah represents Iran, not the Lebanese people. “The #US supports a strong #Lebanese state, its army and its institutions,” she emphasized. @MorganOrtagus By Rayan Chami
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Feb 14, 2024
Rafic Hariri, the Spirit of the Cedar On February 14, 2005, 19 years ago, #RaficHariri was assassinated in a bombing in Beirut. This visual journey through images reflects on the life of the former Lebanese Prime Minister, celebrated in history as the man who rebuilt a #Lebanon
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Jul 14, 2023
#LEBANON - #Batroun, the New #Saint_Tropez? #Batroun and its vibrant #tourist scene have become an essential destination for any trip to #Lebanon. With its numerous identities, the city attracts visitors from all around the #world. By Yara Germany and Lina Saheli
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Dec 12, 2023
#LEBANON🇱🇧 #GebranTueni is fondly remembered on the 18th anniversary of his tragic passing. @may_chidiac @michelletueini By Rayan Chami and @ChelseaAlArif thisisbeirut.com.lb/lebanon/206985
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Sep 16, 2023
This is Beirut in Iraq (6) – Jina Amini, One Year Later: Kurdish Women in Iraqi Kurdistan One year ago, protests erupted in #Iran following the death of #MahsaAmini at the hands of the Iranian morality police. Her real #Kurdish name was Jina, which means “Life” in #Sorani. Her
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Mar 8, 2024
Hale: Iranians Call the Shots in Lebanon Former US Ambassador to Lebanon #DavidHale spoke to #ThisIsBeirut about the launch of his new book "American Diplomacy Toward #Lebanon," in which he studies the US' relationship with Lebanon through six case studies. Hale also talked
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Nov 29, 2023
TIB Special: Lebanon's Fastest Woman Breaking Barriers 🏃‍♀️Meet @azizasbaity, Lebanon's fastest woman and gold medalist at the West Asian and Arab championships. Listed among BBC's 100 inspiring women, Aziza's journey is one of empowerment and resilience. 🥇🇱🇧 #AzizaSbaity
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Feb 14, 2024
#NadimGemayel to TIB: “#Lebanon needs to be united against all the occupations it is facing” @nadimgemayel
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Jun 10, 2024
#LEBANON - Thousands of Lebanese Celebrate Cherries in Hammana On Sunday, thousands of visitors flocked to #Hammana for the #CherryFestival, marking the start of the harvest. By Maureen Decor
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Feb 12, 2024
Sunday Snow Break: A Welcome Winter Respite ⛷️ #Skiing, #sledding and #soaking up the sun — these were among the activities enjoyed this past Sunday at the #Mzaar #SkiResort in #Kfardebian, attracting visitors from all corners of the country. By @ElieJoeKamel1
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Nov 20, 2023
Who Are the Houthis? The #Houthis, a #Yemeni #Shiite rebel group, captured an Israeli cargo ship on Sunday, November 19. But who are they really? By Malo Pinatel @Mlpntl
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Dec 12, 2023
#LEBANON🇱🇧 In September 2007, the army successfully introduced Lebanon as the first country to crush the Islamic State (IS) group's project in the region. By @NatashaMetni thisisbeirut.com.lb/lebanon/206993
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Aug 30, 2023
Lebanon’s Missing: A National Tragedy On the occasion of the International Day of the Victims of Enforced Disappearances, the #RedCross and the National Committee of the Families of the #Disappeared in Lebanon organized a commemorative gathering in front of the #ESCWA
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