During a consultative ministerial meeting at the Grand Serial, Lebanese Prime Minister and Interior Minister Bassam Mawlawi emphasized the importance of strict enforcement of Lebanese law on all refugees and firmness in addressing cases that violate these laws. Mawlawi highlighted that out of the two million Syrian refugees in Lebanon, only 300,000 possess residency permits, while 800,000 are registered, leaving 1.2 million unregistered. He also pointed out that the recent killing of Lebanese Forces official Pascal Sleiman by a group of Syrian Nationals underscored the necessity of limiting t ..read more

After a series of disruptive crimes committed by individuals of Syrian nationality, North Lebanon Governor Judge Ramzi Nohra has issued a decree urging municipalities and village mayors to monitor the movements of Syrian refugees and promptly address any violations on public and private properties. The decree, citing previous circulars from the Ministry of Interior and Municipalities, particularly Circular No. 42/SM dated 2022/5/2 and Circular No.74/SM dated 2023/9/12. along with cabinet Decision No.1 dated 2023/9/11, aims to safeguard the public interest. District commissioners are instructe ..read more

Following the discovery of Mohammad Ibrahim Suroor’s body in Beit Meri on April 9th, the “Al-Akhbar” newspaper confirmed that the Israeli Mossad had assassinated the 57-year-old Lebanese money changer. Investigations have identified the Israeli intelligence’s involvement, with security forces obtaining images of several perpetrators, including Syrians and Lebanese collaborating logistically. According to the newspaper, it’s estimated that the assassination group left Lebanon within 24 hours of the operation. Judicial sources disclosed that the operation lasted 40 minutes, during which Suroor ..read more

Lebanon’s Interior Minister in the caretaker government, Bassam Al Mawlawi, stated that the assassination of Pascal Sleiman, the coordinator of the Lebanese Forces Party, sparked anti-Syrian violence and heightened political tensions among Lebanese. During a press conference after meeting with security and military officials, Mawlawi highlighted a rise in crimes committed by Syrians, noting that approximately 35% of detainees in Lebanon prisons are Syrian citizens. He stressed the necessity of limiting the Syrian presence in Lebanon and reiterated his instructions to security forces to strict ..read more

After over three decades since the bombings in Buenos Aires that targeted both the Israeli embassy and a Jewish community center, an Argentine court made a significant announcement on Thursday. In a notable ruling, obtained by The Associated Press, Argentina’s Highest Criminal Court, the Court of Cassation, disclosed a breakthrough in the ongoing pursuit of justice for the 1994 bombing of the Jewish community center. According to reports from International media, the court squarely placed the responsibility for these attacks on Iran, designating it as a “terrorist state”. It concluded that Ir ..read more

A Lebanese man named Mohammed Ibrahim Suroor, aged 57 was discovered dead in Beit Meri, Mount Lebanon, after being reported missing since the previous Thursday. Suroor, a current exchanger involved in financial transactions, had been placed on the US sanctions list for his purported role in facilitating the transfer of funds from Iran, via Hezbollah, to Palestinian factions in Gaza. He disappeared while returning from a currency exchange shop in Beit Meri after completing a financial transfer. Initial efforts to determine his whereabouts focused on tracking his phone, which ultimately led to ..read more

Unidentified individuals set fire to a Syrian Social Nationalist Party (SSNP) ambulance parked in Bayssour Town, Aley, City, Mount Lebanon Governorate. This incident comes after an attack on the SSNP headquarters in the Jdita area the previous day, where the perpetrators raised the flag of the Lebanese Forces party. According to reports, an incendiary device was thrown at the party’s headquarters in an attempt to ignite a fire. In response, the SSNP issued a statement accusing certain individuals in Lebanon of exploiting a recent theft and murder incident to sow discord and undermine the resi ..read more

In the 38th Forbes’ World’s Billionaires list detailing the globe’s most affluent individuals for 2024, Lebanon boasted six individuals on the list, with a collective net worth reaching $11.8 billion. Prime Minister Najib Mikati was leading the Lebanese contingent, and also the co-founder of M1 Investment Company, whose wealth was estimated at $2.8 billion, securing him the eighth regional spot and the 1187th globally. Taha Mikati, another co-founder of M1 Investment Company, followed closely, with an identical net worth of $2.8 billion, placing him ninth regionally and 1187th globally. Addit ..read more

The Lebanese Forces Coordinator Pascal Sleiman was found dead in Syria, after being kidnapped near the village of Hakel yesterday around 3 PM. The information provided to LBCI revealed that Sleiman’s body was discovered inside Syrian territory and the Lebanese military intelligence is working with the Lebanese Red Cross to retrieve the body. The Army command provided an update on the situation, stating that the Army Intelligence Directorate has made significant progress in the case. Through interrogation, it was uncovered that Sleiman was killed by the perpetrators during their attempt to ste ..read more

In Lebanon, the unique blend of geography and climate allows for an extraordinary experience where individuals can enjoy both skiing and swimming on the same day. This remarkable feature distinguishes Lebanon and adds to its allure as a destination. During specific months, typically transitioning from Winter to Spring, Ski enthusiasts can relish the thrill of hitting the slopes in the crisp morning air. Then, as the day unfolds and temperatures rise, they can seamlessly transition to soaking up the sun at one of Lebanon’s beaches. Recently, a viral video circulating on social media captured t ..read more