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Oct 03 2025POLITICS

US Boosts Lebanon's Security Budget to Counter Hezbollah

In a surprising move, the US has sent $230 million to Lebanon. This money is meant to help Lebanon's military and police. The goal is to weaken Hezbollah, a powerful armed group in Lebanon. The US gave $190 million to the Lebanese Armed Forces and $40 million to the Internal Security Forces. This ha

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Sep 04 2025POLITICS

Lebanon's Tough Choice: Hezbollah's Weapons or Peace?

Lebanon is at a crossroads. The government is about to tackle a big issue: should Hezbollah give up its weapons? This is a crucial moment, as Hezbollah refuses to disarm, while others push for it. The debate has gained momentum since last year's war with Israel, which shook up the balance of power i

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Aug 07 2025POLITICS

Peace in Sight? U. S. Plan to Disarm Hezbollah and Pull Israeli Troops

A new plan is on the table. The United States has shared a proposal with Lebanon. The goal? Disarm Hezbollah and get Israeli troops out of Lebanon by the end of the year. This plan is being discussed right now. It's a big deal. It's the most detailed plan yet for taking weapons away from Hezbollah.

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Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Lebanon's Healthcare: A Hidden Crisis in Women's Health

Lebanon has a healthcare system that has shown it can handle a lot. But there's a big problem that isn't getting enough attention: sexual and reproductive health and rights, or SRHR. This isn't just about one thing. It's a mix of political mess, old-fashioned views, and not enough money going to the

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Jun 06 2025POLITICS

Israel's Unending Conflict: The Latest Strikes on Lebanon

Israel's military has once again targeted Beirut’s southern suburbs, marking the fourth such attack since the November ceasefire with Hezbollah. This time, the strikes occurred just before the Muslim Eid al-Adha holiday, adding to the tension in the region. The Israeli army had issued an evacuation

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Mar 28 2025POLITICS

Tensions Flare as Israel Targets Beirut

The fragile peace between Israel and Hezbollah faced another test. Israel launched an air strike on Beirut's southern suburbs, a region known as Hezbollah's stronghold. This was the first such attack since a ceasefire was established in November. The strike came just hours after two rockets were

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Mar 23 2025POLITICS

Lebanon's Fragile Peace Under Fire

A tense situation unfolded recently when rockets were launched from Lebanon into Israel. This event broke a shaky peace that had been in place since last November. Israel responded with air strikes, targeting sites linked to Hezbollah, a powerful militia group in Lebanon. The strikes hit rocket laun

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Tensions Rise: Israel and Lebanon Exchange Fire

A tense moment unfolded in the Middle East recently. Israel launched strikes on several locations in southern Lebanon. This action came after rockets were fired from Lebanon into northern Israel. The Israeli military reported that three rockets were launched, but all were intercepted. The Lebanese m

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Feb 17 2025POLITICS

Trouble Brewing: Israel's Troops Stay in Lebanon

Israel's military made a surprising move. They said they would keep their troops in five key spots in southern Lebanon. This decision came just as a deadline for their full withdrawal was about to end. The deadline was set for February 18th. The news has people worried. They fear that violence betwe

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Feb 13 2025POLITICS

Breaking the Cycle: Lebanon's Peace in the Balance

Lebanon's fragile peace hangs in the balance. The 60-day ceasefire, initially set to end on January 26, has been extended to February 18. But is this enough to ensure lasting peace? Israel has maintained its presence in Lebanon, and small skirmishes have already begun to threaten the fragile calm. T

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