Tag: Lebanon
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Moody’s Upgrades Israel’s Credit Outlook to Stable Amid Gaza and Lebanon Ceasefires
Moody’s Upgrades Israel’s Credit Outlook to Stable In a move that signals renewed investor confidence, Moody’s Investors Service on Friday upgraded Israel’s credit outlook from negative to stable. The change comes as geopolitical tensions tied to Gaza and Lebanon show signs of restraint, with ceasefires in both regions holding for now. The upgrade reflects Moody’s…
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Moody’s Upgrades Israel’s Credit Outlook to Stable as Ceasefires Hold
Why Moody’s Upgraded Israel’s Credit Outlook Moody’s Investors Service on Friday shifted Israel’s credit outlook from negative to stable. The move reflects a reassessment of the country’s credit profile amid a backdrop of easing geopolitical tensions surrounding Gaza and Lebanon. While Israel’s sovereign rating remains a separate assessment from the outlook, the change signals a…
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German Police Arrest Hamas-Linked Suspect at Berlin Airport
Berlin Airport Arrest Forces New Focus on Counterterrorism in Germany German authorities announced the arrest of a 36-year-old Lebanese citizen at Berlin Brandenburg Airport, a sensational development in the ongoing fight against terrorism on European soil. The individual, who was landing on a flight that departed from Beirut earlier on Friday, has links to Hamas…
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon: Third Attack in One Day
Rising Cross-Border Tensions in the Israel-Lebanon Border Area In a move that underscores the fragility of security along the Israel-Lebanon border, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) reported a third strike against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Monday. The rapid sequence of attacks signals a deliberate escalation in response to ongoing hostilities and reconnaissance activity…
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon: Third Attack in a Day
Overview: IDF’s Third Strike in a Day The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced a fresh strike in southern Lebanon on Monday, targeting what it described as Hezbollah terrorists. The operation in the Zibqin area marked the third such announcement in a single day, underscoring a rapid escalation in cross-border clashes between Israel and the Lebanese…
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IDF Strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon Again: Third Hit Today
Israel Conducts Third Strike on Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) announced a new strike against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon on Monday, marking the third attack in a single day. The operation targeted sites the IDF described as part of the militant group’s infrastructure. While initial statements emphasized precision and restraint,…
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Lebanon Claims Progress in Disarming Militant Groups Like Hezbollah
Lebanon Says Phase One Complete in Disarmament Plan The Lebanese armed forces announced on Thursday that they have completed the first phase of a broader plan to disarm militant groups, including Hezbollah, under terms linked to the ceasefire that ended Israel’s war with the powerful Lebanese faction. The statement suggests a significant step in a…
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Lebanon Disarms Militant Groups: Progress Amid Regional Tensions
Lebanon Announces Progress in Disarming Militant Groups The Lebanese military announced on Thursday that it has completed the first phase of a plan to disarm militant groups, a key element of the cease-fire framework formulated after Israel’s conflict with Hezbollah. The development signals a potential shift in how the country manages security risks tied to…
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Khamenei’s Leverage in the Middle East Could Backfire
Overview: A Leader with Leverage, but a Fragile Balance Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s decision-making has long centered on preserving the Islamic Republic’s core interests: regime survival, regional influence, and resistance to perceived Western threats. In recent years, Tehran’s strategy has depended on a network of allies and proxies—from the Assad regime in Syria to Hizballah in…
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Israel Strikes Hezbollah Radwan Training Site in Lebanon
Overview of the strikes Israel conducted airstrikes across Lebanon on Friday, targeting several Hezbollah sites, including a training facility linked to the Shiite militant group’s elite Radwan Force. The Israeli military said the strikes aimed to degrade operational capabilities and punish what it described as aggression from Hezbollah-backed groups along the border. What is the…