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Memri
2 days ago
- Politics
- Memri
Pro-Hizbullah Daily: Southern Syrian Tribes Seeking Weapons, Training From Parties In Turkey To Confront Israel, Syrian Government
On May 24, 2025, the pro-Hizbullah Lebanese daily Al-Akhbar published an article which quoted "field sources" in southern Syria's Daraa governorate, who claimed that "security tensions" have increased in the area due to the incursions of Israeli forces and fears of a resurgence of Islamic State (ISIS) cells, which were previously active in the area under the name Jaysh Khalid bin Al-Walid (JKBW).[1] Daraa's "complicated tribal nature," according to Al-Akhbar, had enabled ISIS to establish a presence among some tribes, who often possess personal weapons.[2] In addition, Al-Akhbar noted growing discontent with interim Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa in Daraa due to his April dissolution of the Eighth Brigade headed by Ahmad Al-Awda, who still enjoys "popularity" in southern Syria, as well as the government's lack of a "firm stance" regarding "repeated Israeli incursions." Al-Sharaa's recent meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Riyadh, which raised speculations that Syria may join the Abraham Accords, and the Syrian leader's remarks about "peace," were met with "widespread rejection" in southern Syria, according to the pro-Hizbullah daily. Al-Akhbar claimed that many locals feel that Al-Sharaa has "abandoned them religiously and ideologically" by adopting "pragmatic" rhetoric that distances Syria from the "principles of the Arab-Israeli conflict." Al-Akhbar's sources reported that some "opposition factions" are acting to hold secret meetings in Turkey, seeking to obtain weapons and training from "stakeholders in the Syrian issue," in preparation for future confrontation with the Syrian government if it "continues its steps toward normalization" with Israel, or to take independent action against Israeli forces if government inaction persists. While locals appreciate Al-Sharaa's efforts to preserve Syria's unity and pursue "security cells," they reject any ties to Israel, and "tribal voices" have compared Al-Sharaa negatively with Assad, insisting that "the former regime, despite its drawbacks, would never remain silent to the Israeli incursions." The Lebanese daily warned that "various approaches" are needed to guarantee southern Syria's stability, so that the area does not "slide … into chaos" again. The Iran-backed Islamic Resistance Front in Syria – Formidable in Might militia is active in southern Syria and has claimed small-scale operations against Israeli forces in the area.[3] Israeli actions in Syria have been met with anger among Syrian jihadis, who have called for armed jihad against Israel.[4]
Al Manar
20-05-2025
- Al Manar
Israeli Airstrike Targets Motorcycle in Southern Lebanon, Leaving Nine Injured
An Israeli airstrike targeted a motorcycle on the road between Al-Mansouri and the town of Tyre on Tuesday, injuring several individuals who happened to be passing by at the time of the attack. The Ministry of Health reported that the strike resulted in nine injuries, including two children. Three of the wounded are in critical condition. Circulating video shows children at a school in Al-Mansouri town in panic following the Israeli airstrike: This attack comes just a day after a deadly Israeli assault on southern Lebanon, which resulted in the martyrdom of one individual and the injury of two others. In a separate incident, a UNIFIL patrol in the village of Ainata was stopped as it attempted to enter a residential area, according to an exclusive report from Al-Akhbar newspaper. Israeli occupation forces continue to violate the ceasefire agreement signed on November 27, 2024, with repeated bombardments of Lebanese villages in the south and Bekaa Valley. These actions, coupled with attacks on Beirut's southern suburbs, along with Israel's occupation of five points in southern Lebanon, underscore the ongoing instability in the region.
See - Sada Elbalad
10-05-2025
- Politics
- See - Sada Elbalad
Old Rent.. Between Justice and Humanity
Elham Aboul Fateh The Old Rent Law, an exceptional law issued during World War II, allowed the state to intervene in the relationship between landlord and tenant. Since its issuance, it has been a matter of debate. It was issued under exceptional circumstances resembling martial law, specifically with the implementation of the Exceptional Rent Law in 1944. It was subsequently amended by Law No. 121 of 1947, and interference in the rental relationship continued to a greater extent after the July 1952 Revolution. Amendment No. 21 of 1992 further distorted the relationship between landlord and tenant. Years ago, I Launched a campaign in Al-Akhbar newspaper against old rents. During the campaign, I met with a number of buildings' owners in areas such as Zamalek and Garden City. These were luxury buildings overlooking the Nile, but their revenues were insufficient even for their maintenance. Most of the tenants were retired, and their pensions were only enough to pay the rent, which did not exceed a few pounds. This skewed reality has always been a subject of debate, especially after the Supreme Constitutional Court's 2002 ruling, which declared certain provisions of non-residential rental laws unconstitutional. This ruling was considered the beginning of a reconsideration of the entire system. The exceptional law issued in 1961 had established lifetime rental relationships and even passed them on to the second and third generations, creating a state of stagnation that lasted for decades. Well, we need to protect the landlord's rights and grant him the right to benefit from his property, but at the same time, we cannot ignore the reality of the tenant who has lived in this apartment for decades, settled there, and has no alternative. Law No. 4 of 1996 was issued, opening the door to fixed-term rental contracts with new terms. This meant we now had two laws, which is unconstitutional, as all Egyptians are equal before the law. The issue is not just legal, but also social and humanitarian, and requires realistic solutions. Many of these property owners have become millionaires on paper, while tenants in very upscale neighborhoods pay symbolic rents that are disproportionate to the reality. Today, the old rent law is before the Parliament once again to discuss this thorny humanitarian issue. I hope we can reach a just and humane law, which is a difficult equation. read more Analysis- Turkey Has 0 Regional Allies... Why? Analysis: Russia, Turkey... Libya in Return For Syria? Analysis: Who Will Gain Trump's Peace Plan Fruits? Analysis: Will Turkey's Erdogan Resort to Snap Election? Analysis: What Are Turkey's Aspirations in Iraq? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Mercenaries In Libya... Who Should Be Blamed? Opinion & Analysis Analysis- How 'Libya Nightmare' Takes Erdogan to Algiers Opinion & Analysis Analysis: What Happens After Brexit? Opinion & Analysis Analysis: Strategic Significance of Libya's Sirte, Jufra! News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers Lifestyle Pistachio and Raspberry Cheesecake Domes Recipe News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Bouchra Dahlab Crowned Miss Arab World 2025 .. Reem Ganzoury Wins Miss Arab Africa Title (VIDEO) Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple
Ya Libnan
10-05-2025
- Politics
- Ya Libnan
Time for Hezbollah to get it clear: No rebuilding before disarming
File photo of a parade by the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group. Hezbollah was the only militia allowed to keep its arms during Syria's occupation of Lebanon. Hezbollah is listed as a terrorist organization by the US, some Arab and EU countries, and Australia By Ya Libnan A report in the pro-Hezbollah daily Al-Akhbar recently revealed that the relationship between Hezbollah and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is far from ideal. Despite disagreements, the report noted that communication and coordination between the two sides remain ongoing. Last week, Salam reportedly met with Hussein al-Khalil, the political advisor to Hezbollah's Secretary General. Al-Khalil stressed that the reconstruction of war-torn areas in Lebanon—villages and homes devastated by the recent conflict—should be the government's top priority. But who is supposed to pay the bill? According to the World Bank, Lebanon's reconstruction costs may reach $11 billion. This comes at a time when Lebanon is, for all practical purposes, bankrupt. Depositors have been locked out of their bank accounts since 2019. The government has been negotiating for three years with the IMF for a modest $3 billion loan—so far, without success. How then can Hezbollah expect the Lebanese government to rebuild tens of thousands of destroyed homes? The friends of Lebanon—especially the Arab Gulf countries—have expressed willingness to help with reconstruction. But they've made one demand crystal clear: Hezbollah must first hand over its arms to the Lebanese Army. Without disarmament, no aid will be forthcoming. Let's not forget: the destruction was not caused by the Lebanese state. It was the direct result of Hezbollah's unilateral decision to attack Israel, in yet another move to expand Iran's influence in the region. Lebanon had no say in the war. In fact, many have called for Lebanon to sue Iran and Hezbollah for the billions in damages. There are even unconfirmed reports that Hezbollah controls tens of billions of dollars earned through illicit drug smuggling across the region. Its financial arm, Qard al-Hassan , is arguably the most powerful 'bank' in the country—perhaps the only institution in Lebanon currently capable of funding reconstruction. So let's be clear:
Nahar Net
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Main political parties agree on coalition list for Beirut municipal elections
by Naharnet Newsdesk 06 May 2025, 13:10 The country's main political parties have agreed on forming a unified electoral list for Beirut's municipal vote, Al-Akhbar newspaper reported on Tuesday. 'A meeting was held yesterday at MP Fouad Makhzoumi's home in the presence of representatives of parties and Beiruti figures, which resulted in an agreement on forming a coalition list in Beirut,' the daily said. The list will comprise candidates nominated by Hezbollah, the Amal Movement, the Free Patriotic Movement, the Lebanese Forces, the Kataeb Party, al-Ahbash, the Tashnag Party and the Hunchak Party, the newspaper added. MP Nabil Bader and the Jamaa Islamiya meanwhile stayed outside the coalition, Al-Akhbar said. 'Over the past hours, Bader contacted a number of figures trying to convince them to join a list that he intends to form in the face of the political forces' list, but he is facing difficulty in convincing these figures, who believe that it will be a lost battle,' the daily added. The Beirut Madinati civil society coalition, which garnered one third of the votes in 2016, is meanwhile expected to form a third list.
