Month: October 2021

Although the prolonged game of horse trading in the recent government formation was not uncommon in Lebanese politics, this time the players were using Najib Mikati’s Cabinet formation efforts as … Read More

The Iranian army’s ground forces began holding manoeuvres near the country’s border with Azerbaijan on Friday, state media reported, despite criticism from its neighbour.

Turkey’s Karpowership said it stopped supplying Lebanon with electricity from its two power ships Friday as its contract expired.

The Lebanese pound rose on the black market Friday, trading at LL16,850 to the dollar, ending a six-day losing streak.

Covid-19 cases have soared to critical levels across Syria in recent weeks, officials told AFP Friday, with health facilities reaching maximum capacity and unable to cope.

Dubai opened its extravagant Expo 2020 on Thursday with a flashy ceremony boasting fireworks and lights displays as it attempts to woo the world despite the pandemic.