Lebanon, officially known as the Lebanese Republic, is a country in Western Asia. Lebanon is home to roughly six million people and is one of the smallest countries in the world, living under the constant threat of israel, who has repeatedly attacked and invaded the lands.
But curiously Lebanese people are known for their friendly culture and hospitality and as a population, they have a truly global footprint.
Lebanon is a developing country. The Lebanese liquidity crisis, corruption as well as recent events have precipitated the collapse of currency, political instability, widespread shortages, high unemployment and poverty.
Lebanese culture is renowned both in the Middle East and globally.
Many in Lebanon have suddenly been plunged into poverty in a country that has hit its breaking point due to Coronavirus. Almost half the country’s six million people are now…
The Middle East has many reasons to fear the coronavirus pandemic, but it has one big advantage when it comes to resisting it. Most people in the region are young.…
Lebanon has imposed a “total” shutdown after experiencing a resurgence in reported Coronavirus cases. Lebanon will go under full shutdown for four days, Cabinet said Tuesday, as the country records…
Wednesday 29 April BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING Wednesday 29 April 2020 News Briefing – Today’s headlines are dominated by the global Coronavirus Pandemic. As of 6:30 am (GMT), these…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, The headlines are: Lebanon has formed a new government after months of mass protests and financial crisis. But the new government…
“We won’t leave, We won’t leave. Just arrest all the protesters!”
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Lebanon’s prime minister Saad Hariri is to become PM again after his predecessor steps aside. In Iraq, there have been reports…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, we start with the news that the White House has finally released military aid to Lebanon. Students in Iraq remain defiant…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir has officially been split into union territories. In Lebanon, banks have reopened after two-weeks…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, tens of thousands of protesters have gathered on Baghdad’s Tahrir Square. In Lebanon, the PM has decided to step down after…
Todd Phillips’ controversial Joker has inspired protesters worldwide to adopt the Joaquin Phoenix makeup/mask from the film. Despite getting mixed response from critics and audiences, the new take on the…
BRIEF – ME! – DAILY NEWS BRIEFING In today’s briefing update, Lebanese protesters have rejected the president’s plea for talks. We head to the U.S with news president Trump has suggested Syrian…
What a week of politics; So many leaders have resigned/ ousted/ exiled – a problem that plagues presidents and football managers alike – exactly when is the right time to quit? – Yvonne explains all!
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