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Results of the Supreme Islamic Sharia Council Elections in Lebanon: Future Movement Secures Majority Seats in Beirut and Other Governorates

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Results of the Supreme Islamic Sharia Council Elections in Lebanon: Future Movement Secures Majority Seats in Beirut and Other Governorates

Today, Sunday, the Supreme Islamic Sharia Council in Lebanon announced the results of the elections, as they were relatively expected, in Beirut and other governorates. In practice, the results showed that the coalition of Sunni political forces, led by the Future Movement, won most of the seats whose candidates were supported, which numbered 24 elected … Read more

Protest in Lebanon Against Renewed War in Nagorno-Karabakh Region

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Protest in Lebanon Against Renewed War in Nagorno-Karabakh Region

Today, Thursday, September 28, the “Tashnag” party organized a demonstration in front of the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Lebanon, in protest against the renewal of the war in the Nagorno-Karabakh region. Clashes and woundedIn front of the watchful eyes of the security forces, ready to confront the riots, thousands of demonstrators walked … Read more

Ministry of Energy and Water enables citizens to pay electricity bills in cash dollars or Lebanese pounds

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Ministry of Energy and Water enables citizens to pay electricity bills in cash dollars or Lebanese pounds

The Ministry of Energy and Water announced that it was able to obtain an opinion from the Legislation and Consultation Commission, allowing citizens to pay electricity bills in cash dollars or in Lebanese pounds, according to the desire of each subscriber. Noting that the Ministry had requested – for this purpose – the Authority’s opinion … Read more

The Uncertainty and Health Challenges Faced by Displaced People from Ain al-Hilweh Camp

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The Uncertainty and Health Challenges Faced by Displaced People from Ain al-Hilweh Camp

The “lack of certainty” characterizes the general mood that awaits all the displaced people of Ain al-Hilweh, after the ceasefire announcement in the camp passed its first week. On the one hand, an atmosphere of distrust prevails over any settlement that might emerge from the parties to the fighting, and on the other hand, the … Read more

SDF Announces Transition to Limited Security Operations in Deir ez-Zor

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SDF Announces Transition to Limited Security Operations in Deir ez-Zor

The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced the end of basic military operations in Deir ez-Zor, and the transition to limited security operations, following an agreement with tribal elders to enter their areas without fighting. The SDF media center said that the “security enhancement” operation, which was launched on August 27, against “ISIS” cells, “drug traffickers,” … Read more

Grand Jury Recommends Additional Charges, Including Lindsey Graham, in Trump’s Attempt to Tamper with Georgia Elections

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Grand Jury Recommends Additional Charges, Including Lindsey Graham, in Trump’s Attempt to Tamper with Georgia Elections

The grand jury investigating the attempt to tamper with the results of the Georgia elections by former US President Donald Trump recommended that more people be charged, including Republican Senator Lindsey Graham. On Friday, a judge in Georgia issued the final report of a special grand jury on allegations related to Trump’s effort to cancel … Read more

The Implications and Repercussions of Berri’s Call for Dialogue in Lebanon

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The Implications and Repercussions of Berri’s Call for Dialogue in Lebanon

Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri does not hide his surprise at the negative reaction of the Lebanese Forces, the Kataeb Party, and some opposition forces to his call for dialogue. What the President of the Council thinks is beyond the issue of mere rejection, and he goes to ask about the repercussions and backgrounds, and what … Read more