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POLITICSAug 31Lebanon asks Greece to help enforce agreement with IsraelAfter Greece agrees to Israeli weapons deal, Joseph Aoun asks Athens to help advance US-brokered framework agreement.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 27Fugitive developer faces corruption probe from LebanonA fugitive developer is facing a corruption probe initiated by Lebanon. This reports on an international legal and political issue involving alleged corruption.northerndailyleader.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 27Fugitive developer faces corruption probe from LebanonA developer currently at large is facing a corruption investigation initiated by Lebanon. This situation highlights an ongoing international legal and political issue.muswellbrookchronicle.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 27Fugitive developer faces corruption probe from LebanonA developer currently at large is facing a corruption investigation initiated by Lebanon. This situation highlights an ongoing international legal and political issue.therural.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 25Saudi Arabia , France back Palestinian state , call for Israel withdrawal from LebanonSaudi Arabia and France have jointly expressed support for a Palestinian state and called for an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. These statements reflect their diplomatic positions on the ongoing Middle East situation.tribune.com.pk · Pakistan
POLITICSAug 20Lebanon extradites ex - Assad general to SyriaLebanon has extradited an ex-Assad general to Syria. This action involves significant international political and legal implications.wsbradio.com · United States
POLITICSAug 20Lebanon extradites ex - Assad general to Syria for trial over alleged crimesLebanon has extradited a former general from the Assad regime to Syria, where he is expected to face trial for alleged crimes. This action involves international legal cooperation regarding a high-profile individual.abcnews.com · United States
POLITICSAug 19Canada pledges $50m aid to Lebanon and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’Canada official condemns Israel's 'invasion' of Lebanon, calls for sovereignty as aid pledged to the crisis-hit nation.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 19What’s happening in Lebanon’s ‘pilot zones’?Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem reports on what’s happening in a so-called ‘pilot zone’ in southern Lebanon.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 19Lebanon no longer a safe haven for former Syrian regime officialsFigures connected to the former Syrian regime are still in Lebanon but risk being returned.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 17Lebanon says end of US - Iran truce does not affect Beirut agreements with IsraelLebanon states that the termination of the US-Iran truce will not impact Beirut's agreements with Israel. This clarifies the country's diplomatic stance amid regional geopolitical shifts.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
POLITICSAug 17Lebanon Aoun backs continued international presence in southLebanon's Aoun supports the ongoing international presence in the southern part of the country. This indicates a political stance on regional stability and foreign involvement.arabnews.com · Saudi Arabia
POLITICSAug 16Erdogan says Israeli attacks on Lebanon are a serious concern for TürkiyeTurkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said continued Israeli attacks on Lebanon are a source of serious concern.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon passes long - sought amnesty law , a day after death penalty repeal - Grenada Chronicle – Daily Grenada And Caribbean NewsLebanon has passed a long-sought amnesty law, following the repeal of the death penalty the previous day. This signifies significant legislative reforms in the country.grenadachronicle.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon becomes first Middle East country to end death penaltyLebanon’s parliament voted on Tuesday to abolish the death penalty, making the country the first in the Middle East to do so. Lebanon has not carried out an execution since 2004, but death sentences have continued to be handed down, with the latest issued on Monday. Amnesty International says at least 85 people were still on death row as of January this year. Capital punishment in Lebanon has typically applied to serious crimes including murder, terrorism and espionage. France 24 correspondent Renée Davis reports the latest from Beirut.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon ends executions : Where does the death penalty still exist in 2026 ? - Dominican Republic Post – Caribbean News , Business , Travel & CultureLebanon has ended executions, prompting an examination of where the death penalty remains active globally in 2026.dominicanrepublicpost.com · United States
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon ends executions: Where does the death penalty still exist in 2026?Three-quarters of the world has abolished the death penalty in law or in practice, according to Amnesty International.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 12Lebanon abolishes death penalty, but justice system remains flawedOn Tuesday, a majority in the Chamber of Deputies voted to abolish the death penalty, bringing to an end a struggle led by civil society activists since the 1990s. While Lebanon has not carried out any executions since 2004, 85 people were on death row.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 11Lebanon parliament votes to abolish death penaltyThe new law - which next goes to the cabinet for approval - would make Lebanon the first country in the Middle East to end capital punishment.BBC World
POLITICSAug 11Lebanon parliament votes to end death penalty, 1st in Middle East to do soDeath sentences will be replaced with life imprisonment with aggravated hard labour.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 11Lebanon becomes first Arab nation to abolish death penaltyIn a landmark change to Lebanon’s penal system, the country’s parliament on Tuesday approved legislation abolishing the death penalty, replacing it with life imprisonment with aggravated hard labour, the state-run National News Agency reported. The vote makes Lebanon the first Arab country to formally abolish the death penalty. Justice Minister Adel Nassar, who attended the parliamentary session, described the vote as a “historic step” for Lebanon. The measure was approved by a majority of the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSBREAKINGAug 11🔴 Lebanon becomes first Middle Eastern country to abolish death penaltyFrance 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 11Future of southern Lebanon peacekeeping uncertain ahead of UNIFIL phase-outFuture peacekeeping missions may shrink significantly, risking security gaps, as political solutions remain elusive.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 11Lebanon abolishes death penalty in landmark parliament vote – Winnipeg Free PressLebanon has abolished the death penalty following a landmark vote in parliament. This decision marks a significant legal and political development for the country.winnipegfreepress.com · Canada