Lebanon News
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Lebanon faces escalating economic collapse as the Lebanese pound hits a new historic low of LBP 150,000 against the US dollar on the black market. Severe fuel shortages trigger nationwide power cuts lasting 20+ hours daily, while protests erupt over the Central Bank's failure to stabilize the currency. Meanwhile, tensions along the southern border with Israel continue to flare, with daily exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israeli forces displacing over 60,000 Lebanese civilians.
Political News
The caretaker government of Prime Minister Najib Mikati remains paralyzed as political factions fail to agree on presidential election compromises. Parliament has postponed the 12th presidential election session amid ongoing disputes between Hezbollah and Christian blocs. The French government has intensified mediation efforts, warning of complete state collapse if no solution is reached by September.
Election News
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Presidential vacuum enters 20th month with no consensus candidate
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Municipal elections postponed indefinitely due to security and funding concerns
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Proposed electoral law reforms stalled in divided Parliament
Legal News
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Swiss courts freeze $400 million in assets linked to former Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh
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Beirut port blast investigation resumes after 6-month hiatus
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First verdicts expected in August for Central Bank corruption cases
Entertainment News
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Beirut International Film Festival announces scaled-down September program
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Lebanese pop sensation Nancy Ajram launches surprise summer concert series
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Underground art galleries flourish despite economic crisis, showcasing protest art
Town
⚽ Lebanon's national football team withdraws from 2026 World Cup qualifiers citing financial constraints
���� Lebanese basketball league suspended mid-season due to fuel shortages
���� Lebanese swimmers qualify for Paris Olympics despite training challenges
Forecast (Beirut/Tripoli averages)
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Monday: ☀️ 32°C - Hot and humid
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Tuesday: ����️ 34°C - Heatwave continues
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Wednesday: ����️ 30°C - Coastal breeze
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Thursday: ☀️ 31°C - Sunny
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Friday: ����️ 29°C - Dust storm warning
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Saturday: ����️ 28°C - Isolated showers
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Sunday: ����️ 30°C - Partly cloudy
Upcoming Events
Cultural Events:
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Baalbeck International Festival (August 1-31) - Reduced program
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Beirut Theater Festival (July 15-30) - Focus on political satire
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"Memory of the City" photography exhibition (July 20-August 15)
town Events:
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Beirut Marathon (November) - Registration opens
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Lebanese Basketball Federation emergency meeting (July 15)
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Arab Swimming Championships qualifiers (August)
Political/Economic Events:
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IMF delegation visit (July 20) - Bailout talks resume
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National dialogue session (July 18) - Presidential election focus
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Central Bank emergency meeting (July 12) - Currency crisis agenda
Lebanon's multi-layered crisis continues to deepen, with political deadlock exacerbating economic freefall and regional tensions threatening broader conflict. The coming weeks may prove decisive for the country's fragile stability.
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