Lebanon news | Latest Beirut stories - The National
Latest updates Dozens killed as Israel attacks Gaza, Lebanon and Syria overnight. Civilians bear the brunt in Baalbek. Shadi's take on Israeli air strikes near Beirut's airport. Sheikha Fatima sends 80 tonnes of aid to mothers in Lebanon. Israel continues strikes on Hezbollah stronghold in Syria.
Beirut airport flight disruption: What travellers need to know
Aug 1, 2024 · Travellers with confirmed direct flights can continue to fly to and from Beirut International Airport and the UAE. The airport in Lebanon is operating normally, despite rising tensions, and flights continue to arrive and depart regularly.
Beirut live: France's Macron warns Iran against interfering in Lebanon
Aug 12, 2020 · Beirut live: France's Macron warns Iran against interfering in Lebanon Pressure mounts on Lebanese politicians as German Foreign Minister calls on next government to deliver reforms The National
Hamas deputy leader Saleh Al Arouri killed in Israeli strike in ...
Jan 2, 2024 · The deputy head of Hamas ' political bureau and at least six others were killed in an Israeli drone strike on one of the group's offices in southern Beirut on Tuesday, the Palestinian armed faction said, in the first direct attack on the Lebanese capital …
Travellers voice concerns over safety failings at Beirut airport | The ...
Aug 21, 2023 · In response to continuing discussions surrounding “safety standards” at the Beirut airport and to provide reassurance to travellers, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued a statement on Friday in Arabic.
Beirut airport perseveres amid Israeli bombs and GPS jamming
Oct 14, 2024 · Live updates: Follow the latest on Israel-Gaza. Images showing fireballs and plumes of smoke erupting across Beirut while civilian aircraft fly nearby have become daily fare as Israel pummels areas right next to Lebanon's only airport.
Lebanon elections 2022 as it happened: see which ... - The National
Jun 14, 2022 · Supporters of the Lebanese Forces take to the streets during parliamentary elections in the Ashrafieh district of Beirut. Bloomberg Lebanon headed to the polls with its economy in the grip of hyperinflation.
Air-traffic controllers warn no more night flights at Beirut Airport
Aug 24, 2023 · Lebanese air-traffic controllers at Rafic Hariri International Airport have announced that they will go on strike starting September 5 in protest at severe staff shortages. They said they will work shorter shifts from 7am to 8pm, meaning night flights might be suspended. Beirut airport currently operates 24/7.
Netanyahu threatens Lebanon with 'destruction like we see in …
Oct 8, 2024 · UN chief writes to Netanyahu over proposed bills to outlaw the UNRWA. Hezbollah says it supports ceasefire. UN intervention needed to stop Lebanon becoming a new Gaza, says EU’s Borrell. At least 41,965 killed in Gaza and 2,083 in …
Beirut explosion: Before-and-after pictures show the ... - The …
Aug 3, 2021 · A view of the port on the day of the explosion and how it looks today. A petrol station and buildings in Al Rmeil area in Beirut. The damage to Beirut Souks in the downtown area of the city has been repaired. The grain silo at Beirut Port …