🇱🇧 Naharnet
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About Naharnet
Naharnet is a privately held and self-sustainable news organization, stating it is not affiliated with any political parties or other media organizations. This positions it as a rare independent media outlet in Lebanon, free from external influences.
Naharnet was founded in 1998 and launched in 2000, committing to objective news coverage by focusing exclusively on factual news and refraining from publishing opinions and analysis. Biasly assesses Naharnet Newsdesk as having a 'Somewhat Left media bias' based on tone, topic, and wording. While Lebanon's press freedom is constitutionally guaranteed, it is inconsistently upheld, with many outlets dependent on political parties or wealthy individuals, leading to self-censorship. Naharnet's stated independence and commitment to factual reporting are notable within this challenging media environment.
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Outlets in Lebanon often work under tighter political or legal limits than in countries ranked as fully free for press. We keep each headline's original tone on purpose, so you can see how stories are usually framed for domestic readers.
At least 9 killed as Israel pounds Lebanon despite truce
- Israel conducted intense strikes across southern Lebanon and near Beirut on Saturday, killing at least nine people, including a child. - The attacks occurred despite a three-week-old ceasefire betwe…
Israeli Army Orders Evacuation of Nine South Lebanon Villages Amid Escalating Tensions
- The Israeli military ordered residents of nine southern Lebanon villages to evacuate ahead of anticipated strikes against Hezbollah. - The military cited Hezbollah's violation of a ceasefire agreeme…
US to facilitate Israel-Lebanon talks for 'comprehensive peace and security agreement'
- The US State Department announced it will facilitate intensive talks between Israel and Lebanon on May 14-15. - These discussions aim to achieve a comprehensive peace and security agreement, buildin…
EU Reaffirms Strong Humanitarian Commitment to Lebanon as Official Visits Beirut
- The EU has reaffirmed its strong humanitarian commitment to Lebanon by welcoming a seventh humanitarian aid flight to Beirut. - This air bridge delivers essential health and shelter items to vulnera…
US Reportedly Seeks Lebanon De-escalation for Ceasefire, Negotiations
- The U.S. is reportedly working to de-escalate tensions in Lebanon to solidify a ceasefire and advance negotiations. - Lebanese officials indicate that delegation-level talks will commence in Washing…
Israeli Strike Kills Four in Lebanon's West Bekaa; Cross-Border Clashes Intensify
- An Israeli airstrike in Lebanon's West Bekaa region killed four people, including two women and an elderly man. - The Israeli army announced it struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon after war…
Pope comforts 13 priests from south Lebanon with surprise video call
- Pope Leo XIV held a surprise video call with 13 priests from southern Lebanon, offering prayers and blessings for peace. - The priests, from border towns near Israel, expressed gratitude for the Pop…
Fadel Shaker, Ahmad al-Assir acquitted of attempted murder
- Lebanese singer Fadel Shaker has been acquitted of attempted murder charges by a Lebanese court. - Shaker surrendered to authorities in October after over a decade in hiding following 2013 clashes. …
German FM offers qualified support for Israeli offensive in Lebanon
- Germany's foreign minister offered qualified support for Israel's military operation in Lebanon. - He also criticized humanitarian conditions in Gaza and the "de facto annexation" of the West Bank. …
Death Toll in Lebanon Reaches 2,702 Since Israel-Hezbollah War Began
- The death toll from the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah has reached 2,702, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. - The war, which began on March 2, has also resulted in 8,311 wounded…
Netanyahu Tells Trump He's 'Interested in' Escalating Against Hezbollah Amid Ceasefire Fears
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly told U.S. President Donald Trump that Israel is "interested in resuming high-intensity fighting against Hezbollah." - The U.S.-brokered ceasefire…
Aoun: Army must be sole authority in south, civil peace is 'red line'
- Lebanese President Aoun stated the army must be the sole authority in the south to ensure security. - He emphasized civil peace as a non-negotiable priority and warned against inciting sectarian str…
Geagea tells Hezbollah that Aoun and govt. are the representatives of the Lebanese people
- Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea criticized Hezbollah's stance on negotiations with Israel. - Geagea asserted that President Aoun and the current government, elected by parliament, represent the …
Israel issues new evacuation warnings in south Lebanon beyond occupied area
- Israel's military issued new evacuation warnings for villages in southern Lebanon beyond occupied areas. - The warnings cover over 10 villages, including some north of the Litani River, despite a fr…
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon Amidst Ceasefire Tensions
- Israel conducted airstrikes across southern Lebanon, targeting dozens of Hezbollah military structures and infrastructure sites. - Lebanon's National News Agency reported casualties, including three…
Report: Israel Plans Strikes on Hezbollah Drone Production Deep in Lebanon
- Israel is reportedly planning to strike Hezbollah's drone production facilities deep within Lebanon. - This directive comes after Hezbollah used fiber-optic guided drones, which are difficult to ele…
Iran Tells Lebanon Ceasefire Part of US Agreement
- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi informed Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri that a ceasefire in Lebanon is part of an agreement with the United States. - Araghchi stressed that halting Israeli atta…
Humanitarian situation in Lebanon remains fragile despite ceasefire
- A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, brokered in April, was extended for three weeks by the U.S. - Despite the ceasefire, the humanitarian situation in Lebanon remains fragile, with risks …
Hezbollah Deploys Fiber-Optic Drones, Posing New Threat to Israel
- Hezbollah has deployed small, fiber-optic controlled drones against northern Israel, which are difficult to detect and jam due to their direct cable connection to operators. - These drones, similar …
Lebanon detains ex-Palestinian envoy at Beirut airport on corruption charges
- Lebanon has detained Ashraf Dabbour, the former Palestinian ambassador to Lebanon, on corruption charges. - Dabbour was arrested at Beirut's Rafik Hariri International Airport upon arrival, based on…
Amnesty International Urges Israel to Stop Destroying Civilian Property in Southern Lebanon
- Amnesty International urged Israel to halt the destruction of civilian property in southern Lebanon. - The call follows a video showing Israeli military excavators destroying solar panels and a wate…
Netanyahu: Israel's Lebanon Response Limited by U.S. Wishes Amidst Shelling
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly informed ministers that he has done all he can in Lebanon, stating "This is what Washington wants." - The Israeli army shelled villages in southe…
Israeli Military Chief Warns Troops Against Looting, Vandalism in Lebanon
- Israel's military chief of staff, Lt. Gen. Eyal Zamir, warned troops against looting and vandalism in Lebanon. - Zamir stated that using social media for "questionable" messages crosses a "red line"…
Aoun, Berri, Salam to hold consultations, new ceasefire MoU expected
- Consultations are set to begin in Beirut among President Aoun, Speaker Berri, and PM Salam to discuss pivotal decisions regarding Lebanon's negotiation process with Israel. - A new U.S. memorandum o…
Geagea: Hezbollah Incapable of Ending War; Urges Govt. Action
- Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea criticized Hezbollah's role in the ongoing conflict, stating the group is incapable of negotiating a peace deal. - Geagea urged the Lebanese government, led by Pr…
Hezbollah Vows Continued Response to Israeli Violations
- Hezbollah stated it will continue to respond to Israeli violations and occupation of southern Lebanon. - The group rejected Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusations that it was jeopar…