Lebanon’s new govt aims to rebuild trust, promises ‘reform’

Lebanon’s premier named a new government yesterday, the presidency announced, bringing to a close more than two years of caretaker authorities.Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said he hoped to head a “government of reform and salvation”, pledging to rebuild trust with the international community after years of economic collapse blamed on corruption and mismanagement.His new government […]

Lebanon PM forms new government, pledging reforms

Lebanon formed a new government on Saturday, in a step intended to bring the country closer to accessing reconstruction funds following a devastating war between Israel and Hezbollah.Speaking to reporters at the presidential palace, new Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said the 24-member cabinet would prioritise financial reforms, reconstruction and the implementation of a United Nations […]

Lebanon announces new government

Secretary-General of Lebanon’s Council of MinistersMahmoud Makiya announced on Sunday the new government line up of 24 More…

Hamas, Israel complete fifth hostage-prisoner swap under Gaza deal

Israel and Hamas completed their fifth hostage-prisoner swap under a fragile Gaza ceasefire deal on Saturday, with the frail, disoriented appearance of the three freed Israelis sparking dismay among their relatives.Out of the 183 inmates released by Israel in return, the Palestinian Prisoners' Club advocacy group said seven required hospitalisation, decrying ‘brutality’ and mistreatment in […]