Russia supports Lebanon’s sovereignty amid US pressure — diplomat

MOSCOW, July 17. /TASS/. Russia continues to support Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity against the backdrop of US pressure on the republic, the Russian foreign ministry’s official spokeswoman, Maria Zakharova, said. Earlier, US …

New Lebanon, N.Y.: Nutty Scientists presenting STEAM show for kids

Nutty Scientists Hudson Valley will present "The Ice Age Show," a free program geared toward children ages 4-12, at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 19, at the New Lebanon Library, 550 State Route 20. The children will help a scientist overcome …

City Council greenlights plan to close West Lebanon ‘dry bridge’ during replacement

LEBANON — The dry bridge connecting the Route 12A plazas to downtown West Lebanon will be closed to vehicle traffic for a year to accommodate construction, the City Council decided in a unanimous decision Wednesday night. With the council’s go-ahead, …

In LBCI interview, UNIFIL chief says stability in south Lebanon is vital for regional security, praises Lebanese army

In an interview with LBCI, Major General Diodato Abagnara, Head of Mission and Force Commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), emphasized that security in South Lebanon is crucial not only for Lebanon and Israel but also for the …

Rachaiya shuts down in mourning as Lebanon moves to defuse sectarian tensions from Sweida violence

Report by Lara El Hachem, English adaptation by Mariella Succar A walk through the Rachaiya market revealed a town in quiet mourning, as shops shuttered their doors in solidarity with victims of the recent violence in Sweida—part of a broader call from …

Lebanon moves forward on cannabis, aviation regulation, pushes back telecom, energy appointments

Lebanon’s Cabinet on Thursday approved the formation of regulatory bodies for the cannabis sector and civil aviation, marking a key step toward organizing and legalizing operations in both sectors. However, the government postponed appointments to the …

UN Coordinator warns Lebanon’s window for reform won’t stay open indefinitely

While briefing the U.N. Security Council on the implementation of Resolution 1701 on Thursday, Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert warned that Lebanon’s opportunity for meaningful change “will not stay open indefinitely.” Speaking …

The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of further developing cooperation with Lebanon

Israeli army: Senior Hezbollah naval commander killed in southern Lebanon strike

7 on 7 at Lebanon

Lebanon, TN (37087) Today Partly cloudy early followed by cloudy skies overnight. A stray shower or thunderstorm is possible. Low 74F. Winds S at 5 to 10 mph.. Tonight Partly cloudy early followed by cloudy skies overnight. A stray shower or thunderstorm …