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Lebanese Sunni leader Saad Hariri signals political comeback ahead of Lebanon elections - analysis

Hariri is angling to return to politics as he marks the 21st anniversary of the assassination of his father, former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri.

Saad Hariri speaks during an event to mark the 21st anniversary of the assassination of his father and former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik al-Hariri, in Beirut, Lebanon, February 14, 2026.
Hezbollah supporters attend a ceremony held by Hezbollah to commemorate the first anniversary of their late leader Hassan Nasrallah's killing by Israel, on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon, September 27, 2025

Iranian officials use Beirut airport to smuggle millions to Hezbollah - report

An illustrative silhouette of a rifle over a background of the Hamas flag.

German police arrest Lebanese Hamas terror suspect linked with planning attacks on Jews, Israelis

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi meets with his Egyptian counterpart and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Cairo on September 9, 2025.

Iran ready for war with US but open to negotiations, FM Araghchi says in Beirut


Iranian plane refused landing in Lebanon after IDF threat

The Iranian plane took off from Tehran and was carrying Lebanese passengers.

 A plane is seen on the tarmac of Beirut-Rafic Al Hariri International Airport, Lebanon. October 15, 2024.

Hezbollah chief says slain predecessor Nasrallah to be buried Feb. 23

Nasrallah, who had served as Hezbollah's secretary general for more than 30 years, was killed on Sept. 27.

 Lebanon's Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem delivers an address from an unknown location, January 27, 2025 in this still image taken from a video.

How will Aoun affect the Middle East? - opinion

Aoun must navigate Lebanon’s sectarian divides, restore trust, and fortify the Lebanese Armed Forces. While there is room for optimism, the path ahead demands unwavering resolve and resilience.

 LEBANON’S NEW PRESIDENT Joseph Aoun (left) shakes hands with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, after Aoun was elected by parliament as head of state, last Thursday. The writer asks: Will the new president be able to confront Hezbollah and uphold the ceasefire agreement with Israel?

Lebanon's next PM extends hand to Hezbollah, aims to rebuild Lebanon

Salam said he would work for justice for the victims of the 2020 Beirut port explosion, which killed at least 220 people and no senior official has taken responsibility for.

 Lebanese Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam getures at the presidential palace on the day he meets with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, in Baabda, Lebanon January 14, 2025.

Who is Joseph Aoun, the Lebanese army commander elected president? - explainer

Aoun's media appearances are extremely rare, and he has not stated a view on Hezbollah's arsenal.

 Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Lebanon's army chief Joseph Aoun stand after Aoun is elected as the country's President at the parliament building in Beirut, Lebanon, January 9, 2025.

Lebanon's parliament elects army chief Joseph Aoun as president

Aoun kept Lebanon's army out of the war that raged between Israel and Hezbollah for over a year.

 Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Lebanon's army chief Joseph Aoun stand after Aoun is elected as the country's President at the parliament building in Beirut, Lebanon, January 9, 2025.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem: 'Our patience may run out before the end of the 60-day ceasefire'

Qassem claimed that at the time of the ceasefire's announcement in late November, Hezbollah still had significant military capabilities.

 Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem is pictured during an interview with Reuters at his office in Beirut's suburbs, Lebanon August 3, 2016.

Iranian delegation attempts to bar plane from being searched in Beirut - report

The Rafic Hariri International Airport had been in a state of alert following reports that the flight may be carrying funds for Hezbollah. 

 A plane is seen on the tarmac of Beirut-Rafic Al Hariri International Airport, Lebanon. October 15, 2024.

Al Arouri elimination anniversary: Hamas calls on Palestinians to follow footsteps of ‘martyrs’

Saleh al-Arouri was killed on January 2, 2024 in a strike widely attributed to Israel.

Hamas leader Saleh Arouri speaks during a reconciliation deal signing ceremony in Cairo, Egypt, October 12, 2017.

Assad's 'black box': Senior Syrian official escapes to Beirut under Hezbollah's protection - report

Ali Mamlouk, born in Damascus in 1949, comes from a family with deep regional roots, and is considered one of the most powerful and enigmatic figures in the Syrian regime.

 Protests against Ali Mamlouk.