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Carlos Ghosn says downfall felt like being 'hit by a bus'

The former Nissan boss is facing fresh questioning by French magistrates after fleeing to Lebanon after his arrest.

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What's happening in Lebanon matters to Europe. Here's why

Lebanon is on the edge of falling into an uncertain and terrifying freefall.

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Protests continue over Lebanon's crippling economic crisis

Lebanese protesters continued to block major roads and highways in Beirut for a third straight day, over the crippling economic crisis in the country.

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Three jailed for helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn flee to Lebanon

Three jailed for helping ex-Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn flee to Lebanon

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Lebanon: Syrian refugees taken to hospital after camp set on fire

Several people were taken to hospital in Lebanon after a fire at a Syrian refugee camp that state media said was started deliberately

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Lebanon's caretaker PM charged with negligence over Beirut blast

The leading Lebanese prosecutor has filed charges against caretaker prime minister Hassan Diab, as well as three former ministers over the blast.

Lebanon

Could former prime minister Saad Hariri reverse Lebanon's fortunes?

Two-time prime minister Saad Hariri was preparing to bid farewell to politics. His name is now in the frame to stop Lebanon from completely collapsing.

Lebanon

Former PM Saad Hariri asked to form Lebanon's next government

Hariri’s return to office is a setback for protesters who had been demanding change, and see him as a symbol of a political class they blame for the country’s woes.

World

Lebanese designers struggle to rebuild their brands following triple crisis

Lebanon’s fashion industry is currently enduring a triple crisis. The current economic recession is the worst in the country’s history, COVID-19 has decimated sales and August’s port explosion has destroyed many outlets.

Lebanon

Israel and Lebanon start talks to settle maritime border dispute

The two neighbours both claim 860 square kilometres of the Mediterranean Sea as being within their own exclusive economic zone.

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Aerial shots of Lebanon forest fires in the Metn district

Army helicopters were dispatched on Saturday to help douse the fire, the state-run National News Agency reported.

Lebanon

Lebanon tank explosion kills four

Four people died and several more were injured when a fuel tank exploded in a building basement in the Lebanese capital Beirut

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Macron criticises Lebanese leaders' 'betrayal' after PM steps down

French President Emmanuel Macron said he was "ashamed" of Lebanese leaders after they failed to reform the government.

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Lebanese prime minister-designate resigns after reform fails

Lebanon faces the dual challenge of reforming its government and rebuilding after a deadly explosion destroyed large parts of its capital city.

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Local NGOs rally to rebuild Beirut in wake of port explosion

Lebanon’s political instability, failing economy, and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed the Lebanese pound to lose 80% of its value, since August, according to the Associated Press.

Lebanon

Watch: Large fire in Beirut port weeks after huge explosion

A large fire has broken out in the Lebanese capital Beirut - more than a month after a massive explosion destroyed part of the city.

Lebanon

Why has France's Macron visited Lebanon twice since deadly blast?

As French President Emmanuel Macron visits Lebanon for the second time, here's a look back at the history between the two countries.

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Macron calls for reforms as Lebanon names new prime minister

Mustapha Adib, Lebanon's ambassador to Germany, was designated Prime Minister.

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Drone footage shows devastation wrought by Beirut blast

The August 4 explosion hit Beirut port and destroyed thousands of buildings.

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Hariri verdict: One guilty, three acquitted of murder of former PM

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri in Beirut was killed in a car bomb in Beirut more than 15 years ago.

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