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Hezbollah chief calls for political cooperation to address Lebanon’s multiple crises
Hassan Nasrallah said that despite constant interference and threats from the US, results show support is strong for the resistance
May 19, 2022
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Time for Palestine to claim its stolen gas
Hezbollah has threatened Israel with war if Lebanon is not allowed to exploit its share in the Karish gas field. Now, the Palestinian resistance may do the same over their “stolen gas” off the Gaza Strip.
Jul 22, 2022
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Syria under the American whip: Sanctions that kill
The western sanctions weapon is not new to Syria, but since 2019 it has become a lethal one, destroying entire Syrian sectors and killing its people.
Feb 06, 2023
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Russian FM visits Iraq to enhance energy cooperation
The Russian foreign minister and spokesperson of his Iraqi counterpart discussed food security, energy, and exchanged views on the Russia-Ukraine conflict
Feb 06, 2023
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Drowning by sea or despair: Gaza’s two bleak choices
Israel’s blockade against the Gaza Strip has been instrumental in the mass exodus of Palestinians, with many opting for the dangerous voyage by sea for a better quality of life.
Dec 02, 2022
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Lebanese PM calls on Arab League for help to get out of crisis
Lebanon has been going through a severe economic crisis that has worsened amid a fuel shortage
Nov 02, 2022
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Mustafa Al-Kadhimi: The Iraqi PM who did nothing
Following his meteoric rise in Iraqi politics, what has been the legacy of Mustafa al-Kadhimi, and whose interests did he really serve?
Sep 14, 2022
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UN-brokered truce has not allowed smooth entry of fuel to Yemen: Official
The Saudi-led coalition has continuously prevented emergency fuel UN-approved shipments from entering Yemen, violating the terms of the truce
Aug 27, 2022
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Two UN-approved fuel ships seized by Saudi-led coalition
Since the truce went into effect, the Saudi-led coalition has looted $919.6 million in Yemeni oil and gas
Aug 26, 2022
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Saudi-led coalition illegally preventing four fuel ships from reaching Yemen
The US-backed, Saudi-led coalition is simultaneously holding four ships in detention, depriving Yemen of much needed fuel supplies to avert a variety of humanitarian crises
Jul 23, 2022
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Hezbollah’s power card over Israel’s gas tyranny
How close is the Levant to war? Hezbollah's leader says it all comes down to whether Lebanon is permitted to extract its own energy resources to end the country's economic crisis. And not in the far future, but right now.
Jul 17, 2022
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Lebanon PM-designate Mikati submits draft cabinet line-up to President Aoun
Lebanon’s multiple crises have seen over 80 percent of the population plunge below the poverty line, a currency loss of over 95 percent of its value, and widespread fuel shortages
Jun 29, 2022
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Lebanese security forces conduct fruitless raid on home of central bank governor
Riad Salameh has continuously evaded arrest and subpoena warrants for his role in the 2019 financial collapse
Jun 22, 2022
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Energy import agreement signed by Lebanon, Egypt, and Syria
Gas from Egypt cannot flow into Lebanese power plants from Syria without World Bank funding, or a sanctions waiver from the US, neither of which have been fully guaranteed
Jun 21, 2022
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Lebanon to sign gas deal with Egypt without US sanctions waiver
Despite the plan to import energy from Jordan and Egypt being brokered by the US, Washington has sabotaged it by refusing to issue a sanctions waiver
Jun 18, 2022
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Newly-elected Lebanon MP calls for sanctions on his own country
Twitter users reacted in anger to MP Mark Daou's call for sanctions on his own crisis-ridden, poverty-stricken country
Jun 05, 2022
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EU attempts to bribe Lebanon to normalize ties with Israel: Report
An EU official reportedly tried to coerce authorities with offers of much-needed food, medicine, and energy aid
May 27, 2022
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Lebanon must drill for energy resources to halt crisis: Hezbollah leader
The resistance leader called for all political groups in Lebanon to cooperate with the aim of overcoming the crisis
May 21, 2022
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Fuel prices in Lebanon reach new heights as currency continues to depreciate
Lebanon has also been hit hard by a growing food crisis exacerbated by the conflict in Ukraine
May 19, 2022
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Lebanese government ignores Russian wheat, oil offer despite crisis: Report
Russia also offers to sell fuel to power Lebanon's power plants, pricing the sales in Lebanese liras instead of foreign currencies
Apr 27, 2022
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Despite truce, Saudi Arabia prevents patients from medical treatment abroad
Despite the UN truce stipulating that Sanaa Airport must be allowed to open, flight permits have not been issued, forcing patients who need medical treatment abroad to face life-threatening delays
Apr 18, 2022
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US ambassador pushed for Lebanon’s condemnation of Russian operations in Ukraine: Report
PM Najib Mikati was allegedly behind the phrasing of the statement, which received widespread condemnation for violating Lebanon's policy of disassociation and neutrality
Feb 26, 2022
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Jordan: Energy exports to Lebanon expected to start next month
The deal will secure 400 megawatts of daily energy to Lebanon
Feb 18, 2022
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To survive, Lebanon needs to get real
As Lebanon's economy continues plunging, it needs to look beyond 'aid and bailouts' to craft a longterm economic plan with friendly neighbors
Jan 18, 2022
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Israel threatens to cut power to the occupied West Bank
Occupation authorities say the Palestinian Authority owes them a reported $120 million in unpaid power bills
Oct 29, 2021
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Jordan’s Abdallah pledges support for Lebanon in meeting with Mikati
The two leaders met to discuss bilateral ties, cooperation
Oct 11, 2021
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TRANSCRIPT: Lebanese Forces MP thanks Iran, blasts US
In a jaw-dropping TV interview, Lebanese Forces MP Cesar Maalouf breaks with his party's official stances on Iran and the US embargo on Lebanon.
Aug 24, 2021
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