Beirut Today

Beirut Today Ride Lebanon’s wave of new, independent media with Beirut Today. An independent media platform based in Lebanon.

www.beirut-today.com

We advocate for human rights and provide a safe platform for a community of young journalists, students, scholars, and activists to tell stories through in-depth critical articles, daily news, and audiovisual reports. The work on our platform serves three main goals: To inform, critique, and offer concrete solutions to pressing human rights issues faced by both the general public and vulnerable communities in the country.

Prime Minister François Bayrou has resigned after losing a confidence vote, toppling President Macron’s fifth government...
10/09/2025

Prime Minister François Bayrou has resigned after losing a confidence vote, toppling President Macron’s fifth government in less than two years. The crisis stems from Macron’s failed 2024 snap election, which left parliament fractured between far left and far right. With debt soaring, protests planned, and no clear majority, France faces political deadlock, and uncertainty about who can govern next.

A series of explosions rocked Doha’s Katara district today, with smoke billowing over the area. This represents another ...
09/09/2025

A series of explosions rocked Doha’s Katara district today, with smoke billowing over the area. This represents another case of Israel striking yet another country unabated.

09/09/2025

An Israeli drone struck a car parked near a mosque in Zarout, located between the towns of Jiyyeh and Barja, in the Chouf district, about 20 kilometers south of Beirut, critically injuring one person.

This comes a day after Israeli airstrikes on the Bekaa region killed 5 people and wounded 5 others.

This September, world leaders will gather in New York for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, opening under the...
08/09/2025

This September, world leaders will gather in New York for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, opening under the theme “Better Together: 80 Years for Peace, Development & Human Rights.” The General Debate will take place from September 23 to 29, offering heads of state and government a platform to address urgent global challenges.

One of the defining issues this year will be Palestine. With famine devastating Gaza and international outrage over Israel’s ongoing blockade, calls for Palestinian statehood are gaining unprecedented traction. More than 145 countries already recognize a Palestinian state, and new announcements from France, Belgium, Australia, and Canada are expected during the Assembly. Spain, Ireland, Norway, Jamaica, and Barbados joined the list just last year. Even the United Kingdom has signaled conditional recognition tied to ceasefire progress, while the United States remains increasingly isolated in its rejection of Palestinian statehood.

On Sept 7–8, the world will witness a rare Blood Supermoon, an 82-minute total lunar eclipse turning the Moon a deep red...
07/09/2025

On Sept 7–8, the world will witness a rare Blood Supermoon, an 82-minute total lunar eclipse turning the Moon a deep red as Earth’s shadow covers it. No telescope needed, just clear skies.

Public Works and Transport Minister Fayez Rasamny visited Qlayaat Airport alongside regional economic leaders, Muftis of...
06/09/2025

Public Works and Transport Minister Fayez Rasamny visited Qlayaat Airport alongside regional economic leaders, Muftis of Tripoli and Akkar, and local mayors. From the runway, he confirmed that contracting for airport works will officially begin in early 2026, stressing the government’s commitment, backed by both the President and Prime Minister, to operationalize the facility.

Rasamny described the airport as vital for North Lebanon and the national economy, noting his conviction in its importance has only grown with each visit. He thanked the economic bodies for their initiative, affirming that placing Qlayaat Airport back in service is a priority for the North and all of Lebanon.

Lebanon’s cabinet reviewed the Lebanese Army Commander Rodolph Haykal’s presentation on the army’s plan to restrict weap...
05/09/2025

Lebanon’s cabinet reviewed the Lebanese Army Commander Rodolph Haykal’s presentation on the army’s plan to restrict weapons to state authority. Ministers welcomed the plan and its phased approach, while deciding to keep all discussions confidential. The army will be required to submit monthly progress reports.

Information Minister Paul Morcos announced that implementation will begin according to the army’s available logistical and human capacities. He noted the commander outlined several restrictions affecting ex*****on, the most important being the need to halt ongoing Israeli attacks. Morcos added that, under the framework set in the August 5 session, the army has operational discretion and may need additional efforts to overcome these constraints.

The minister stressed that the government has made no concessions, reaffirming that its priorities remain reconstruction, halting Israeli aggression, securing the return of prisoners, and consolidating state control over arms.

A cabinet session at Baabda Palace to discuss the Lebanese Army’s disarmament plan saw major tensions. The four Shiite D...
05/09/2025

A cabinet session at Baabda Palace to discuss the Lebanese Army’s disarmament plan saw major tensions. The four Shiite Duo ministers, Mohammad Haidar, Rakan Nassereddine, Yassine Jaber, and Tamara Zein, withdrew, followed by Minister Fadi Makki, reportedly under a prior agreement. While Al Jadeed suggested Makki resigned, the presidency clarified he only offered to place his resignation “at the President’s disposal” if needed.

Legendary Italian designer and founder of the Armani empire has passed away at 91.Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called h...
04/09/2025

Legendary Italian designer and founder of the Armani empire has passed away at 91.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni called him “a symbol of the best of Italy”. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said he carried Italian elegance to the world. Armani’s work changed fashion, but his legacy is bigger than style, it’s part of Italy’s cultural identity.

04/09/2025

Press Release | “20 Years for Freedom” Exhibition
The Samir Kassir Foundation opened its photo exhibition as part of the Beirut Spring Festival, showcasing the work of 8 Lebanese photojournalists and honoring Samir Kassir’s legacy of freedom of expression.

03/09/2025

A series of Israeli airstrikes are hitting the towns of Adloun and Ansariyeh in southern Lebanon.

An explosion heard overnight in the Bint Jbeil area was confirmed to be the result of an Israeli military incursion towa...
03/09/2025

An explosion heard overnight in the Bint Jbeil area was confirmed to be the result of an Israeli military incursion toward Jabal al-Bat, on the southern outskirts of Aitaroun. According to Lebanon’s National News Agency, Israeli forces detonated a house located just a few hundred meters from the occupied Jal al-Deir site.

This morning, a military reconnaissance drone (MK) was reported flying above Beirut, highlighting the continued tension and Israeli activity across Lebanese airspace.

Address


Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Beirut Today posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Beirut Today:

Shortcuts

  • Want your business to be the top-listed Media Company?

Share

What Is Beirut Today?

Beirut Today is a community-based, independent news platform in Lebanon. Keep up with the latest news on: www.beirut-today.com

We talk politics, economics, society, environment, culture, human rights, and so much more in a safe space for journalists, activists, and everybody else looking for a platform that’s free from the influence of advertisers and political figures.