LND topic: beirut-lebanon page 1

beirut lebanon

South Lebanon's Fight to Rebuild Amidst Ongoing Conflict

December 16, 2025

In 2025, a troubling pattern emerged in South Lebanon. Reports surfaced that the Israeli military was deliberately hindering reconstruction efforts in the region, even after a ceasefire was supposed to be in effect since late 2024. This alleged behavior raised serious concerns about international la

health

Caring for the Carers: A Look into Elder Abuse in Lebanon

December 14, 2025

Elder abuse is a serious issue that affects many older people. It can cause harm to their bodies, minds, and social lives. In Lebanon, not much is known about how common it is or what puts older adults at risk. A recent study tried to find out more about this problem. The study looked at older adul

sports

Local High School Athletes Shine Bright in December

December 13, 2025

High school sports in the Cincinnati area have been heating up, with standout performances across various teams and individuals. Football, basketball, bowling, swimming, gymnastics, and wrestling have all seen impressive achievements. In football, Jake Britt from St. Xavier made a notable impact in

politics

Diplomatic Shuffle: Iran and Lebanon's Foreign Ministers Switch Plans

December 12, 2025

Lebanon and Iran are playing a game of diplomatic musical chairs. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji turned down an offer to visit Tehran, but he didn't slam the door shut on talks. Instead, he sent an invitation for Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi to come to Beirut for a chat. Araqchi, w

politics

Iran's Shaky Stand: How It Keeps Going Despite Challenges

December 12, 2025

Iran is in a tough spot. It's not doing anything groundbreaking, but it's managing to stay afloat. How? By using three main strategies: sneaky money moves, secret oil deals, and backing groups in other countries. China and Russia are big players in Iran's survival game. China buys Iran's oil, even

religion

A Year of Faith and Devotion: Capturing the World's Spiritual Moments

December 10, 2025

In 2025, photographers from the Associated Press documented a wide range of spiritual practices and religious events across the globe. One striking image shows a vast crowd gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral, while another captures a single woman in Uruguay honor

politics

Gaza's Crossing and Hospital: What's Really Happening?

December 6, 2025

In Gaza, things are heating up. Israel recently hit two armed men near troops, killing one. This is just one of many tense moments in the region. Eight countries, including Saudi Arabia and Turkey, are not happy about Israel's plan to partly open the Rafah Crossing. They think it's a bad idea and c

politics

A Glimpse of Hope Amidst Conflict: Hostage Remains and Gaza's Future

December 3, 2025

In a significant development, Israel has received what could be the remains of one of the last hostages held in Gaza. This comes as a ray of hope amid the ongoing conflict, but the situation remains complex. The remains, found by militants in northern Gaza, are now in Israel for forensic examination

politics

Pope's Stance on Venezuela: A Call for Dialogue Over Force

December 3, 2025

Pope Leo XIV, the first North American to hold the position, has made headlines again. This time, he's urging U. S. President Donald Trump to avoid using military force to remove Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro from power. Instead, the Pope suggests seeking a peaceful agreement for Maduro to ste

politics

US and Venezuela: Pope Leo Advocates for Peaceful Solutions

December 3, 2025

Pope Leo, the first U. S. pope, recently spoke out against the idea of a military intervention in Venezuela. He suggested that the U. S. should focus on dialogue and economic measures instead of force. This comes as the Trump administration has been considering various options to address Venezuela's