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L'Orient-Le Jour
5 days ago
- Politics
- L'Orient-Le Jour
Aoun: Government will finalize today decision on arms monopoly
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Thursday in a press interview that the Nawaf Salam government, which is set to meet at 3 p.m. in Baabda, will 'finalize' the decisions regarding the restoration of the state's arms monopoly, two days after a government decision to achieve this monopoly by the end of the year, including dismantling Hezbollah's arsenal. Speaking to Al Hadath and Al Arabiya, the head of state asserted that 'the arms monopoly will be achieved, regardless of the difficulties and obstacles.' In this context, the authorities are therefore waiting for the army's plan 'in order to discuss and approve it,' he added, as the military was tasked Tuesday with drawing up this plan and presenting it to the cabinet before the end of August. 'Arms monopoly does not undermine sovereignty' In this context, this afternoon's Cabinet meeting, which is to take place as the Shiite tandem has expressed its opposition to any disarmament of Hezbollah, should allow for 'finalizing the expected decisions regarding the arms monopoly,' Aoun said. He confirmed that this would enable 'progress toward implementing the commitments made' in his January inaugural speech and the Salam government's ministerial statement. Recovering the exclusivity of weapons in the hands of the state and the Lebanese Army 'does not undermine the rights and sovereignty of Lebanon,' Aoun assured. On Wednesday, Hezbollah denounced the government's decision to disarm it as a "serious sin," while its ally Amal accused the government of 'making more gratuitous concessions to the enemy' instead of 'focusing its efforts on consolidating the cease-fire and putting an end to the Israeli death machine.' Ministers Tamara al-Zein and Rakan Nassereddine, who represent the tandem's share within the government, left Tuesday's government meeting when discussions about disarmament began. Meanwhile, the Lebanese president considered that the possible implementation by Lebanon of the roadmap presented in Beirut by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack to ensure compliance with the cease-fire modalities in effect since November 2024 'also requires the agreement of Syria and Israel, with American and French guarantees,' and not just Lebanese commitments. In addition to disarming militias, this document provides for launching reforms and demarcating the border with Syria. For his part, Minister of State for Administrative Transition Fadi Makki, the only Shiite minister not aligned with the tandem, told Al-Mayadeen (close to Hezbollah) that he will attend the meeting, because decisions as important as those regarding the arms monopoly 'cannot be made without the presence of Shiite ministers.'
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hamas will not seek to govern Gaza post-war, leader claims, dismissing disarmament
An unnamed Hamas official told Saudi site Al Hadath that the terror org. will not occupy government or administrative roles in Gaza after the war. 'Hamas will not seek to occupy, govern, or take an administrative role in the Gaza Strip after the war,' an unnamed Hamas official told Saudi news site Al Hadath, while saying that 'it is impossible to talk about disarmament right now." "The problem has never been weapons,' the official explained: 'The Palestinian people, along with Hamas, are under unprecedented pressure due to Israeli aggression, and we are dealing with all initiatives and pressures positively to end the aggression." These comments came after Hamas officials announced that they don't plan to disarm until 'the occupation ends' and 'an independent, fully sovereign Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital is established.' The official also said that the current method of delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza is insufficient and fails to meet the population's needs. At the same time, he asked for an open, unregulated' border crossing. "Hamas does not seek to be part of any arrangements concerning the management of the crossings or overseeing the entry of aid," he revealed, and demanded that the management of the crossings be Palestinian-Egyptian, as it was before the Israeli war on Gaza. Hamas warns Netanyahu that a full Gaza occupation could 'harm the hostages' In response to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's intention to fully occupy the Gaza Strip, he warned that "any attempt to invade the Gaza Strip will expose the lives of Israeli prisoners held by Hamas to unprecedented danger." He also compared the hostages to Palestinian security prisoners that Israeli currently holds in prisons, who are mainly detained on terrorist activities charges. "Hamas understands the feelings of the families of the Israeli prisoners, because every Palestinian home has a prisoner in the occupation's jails," he emphasized.
Yahoo
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Israel gives conditions for localized Gaza ceasefires without deal in place
Hamas has reportedly expressed willingness to show flexibility on its previous demands, with international pressure expected to help restart talks. Hamas has reportedly informed mediators that it seeks to reach a resolution on disputed issues in hostage and ceasefire negotiations, sources told Saudi channel Al Hadath on Sunday. The sources added that international pressure is expected to help restart the talks this week, and emphasized that Hamas has expressed willingness to show flexibility on its previous demands, according to the report. On Friday, Israeli officials told The Jerusalem Post that Israel still believes Hamas is ultimately interested in a deal, 'but they're trying to squeeze every possible advantage, provoking and appeasing all the extremist factions within Gaza." According to the official, Hamas has yet to provide a formal and serious response to Israel's latest proposal. Instead, it has resorted to delaying tactics, reintroducing previously resolved issues, and making "outlandish" demands, chief among them, the release of dozens of living prisoners in exchange for each murdered hostage. IDF announces localized ceasefires on Sunday morning 'until further notice' The IDF on Sunday announced localized ceasefires from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in portions of Gaza in order to expand food aid distribution to the civilian population. Although the IDF message tried to present the announcement as a very limited issue and not a broader ceasefire, the implications are likely a relatively broad ceasefire, and at a point where Hamas has given no new concessions to Israel. According to the IDF announcement, the ceasefires relate to the al-Muwasi central-southern Gaza coastal area, Deir al Balah central Gaza, and Gaza City northern Gaza areas. Put differently, Israel will not be able to target the vast majority of Hamas, and any other Hamas fighters who move to these areas will be safe. Questioned by The Jerusalem Post about the length of the ceasefires, which was not mentioned in the announcement, the IDF said "until further notice" – meaning it could go on for weeks or even months. Yonah Jeremy Bob contributed to this report. This is a developing story. Solve the daily Crossword
Saba Yemen
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Hezbollah denies allegations of readiness to clash with Lebanese State
Beirut – Saba: Hezbollah categorically denied on Wednesday the reports broadcasted by Al Arabiya and Al Hadath channels claiming the party's readiness to confront the Lebanese state and other related fabrications. In a statement issued by its Media Relations Office and received by the Yemeni News Agency (Saba), Hezbollah affirmed that the circulated reports and information are entirely false and baseless, describing them as pure fabrications born out of the imagination of these channels and serving suspicious agendas aimed at creating confusion and destabilizing Lebanon. Hezbollah called on all media outlets to disregard these fabricated reports and avoid basing their analyses or positions on them. The party reiterated the importance of referring to its official Media Relations Office for accurate positions and viewpoints, especially in such sensitive and critical times. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Broadcast Pro
20-07-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Al Arabiya Network officially relocates to Riyadh
These ongoing transformations have also been clearly reflected in the network's digital growth, with substantial performance gains across all platforms. Al Arabiya Network has announced its relocation to Riyadh, in what the organisation described in a recent tweet as a defining moment in its history. According to General Manager Mamdouh AlMuhaini, this move is far more than a geographic shift; it marks a qualitative transformation that positions the network at the centre of the region's political and economic activity. The relocation is expected to provide Al Arabiya with access to advanced infrastructure, top-tier professionals and expanded opportunities for innovation and growth. The success of this strategy has already been demonstrated through the earlier move of Al Hadath channel, which experienced significant improvements in both content and reach following its transition. Building on this momentum, Al Arabiya recently launched Al Arabiya Business, a channel focused on economic affairs, particularly the rapidly growing Saudi market. Alongside this, Al Arabiya English continues to deliver regional news to a global English-speaking audience, broadening the network's international footprint. These developments have also had a clear impact on Al Arabiya's digital performance, which has seen strong growth across all platforms. The move to Riyadh is expected to accelerate this upward trajectory in the years ahead. Framed as part of a long-term strategic vision, the relocation underscores the network's ambition to solidify its role in shaping the future of both Arab and global media. As part of this plan, Al Arabiya is preparing to move its operations into new, state-of-the-art studios equipped with the latest broadcast technologies, ensuring that it and its sister channels can continue fulfilling their founding media mission with even greater impact.
