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Middle East Eye
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
Israel accused of using aid control to forcibly displace Palestinians
Israel's tight grip on humanitarian aid is not just reckless—it's part of a strategy to uproot Palestinians from northern Gaza, the Norwegian Refugee Council has warned. Ahmed Bayram, the organisation's spokesperson, told Al Jazeera the selective delivery of aid amounts to coercion. 'We think that providing aid to one area above another, as opposed to all areas, is a coercive measure to forcibly displace people, which Israel has been doing all [during the war] of course,' Bayram said. He criticised Israel's allies for enabling this situation, stressing that the aid blockade has gone on far too long. 'Israel's control of aid, whether in part or the whole system, is dangerous and should not be accepted, let alone allowed, by its allies for 81 days,' he added. Bayram said it was unacceptable for an occupying power to restrict the flow of basic supplies. 'Israel is an occupier in this scenario and it should not control aid provision to people, let alone life-saving aid like food and water.'
Al Manar
28-02-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Aitaroun, Aita Al-Shaab Border Towns Bid Farewell to 130 Martyrs, Reiterate Allegiance to Resistance Path
Hezbollah and the massive crowds of the resistance supporters held a solemn funeral to mourn 130 martyrs in the two border towns of Aitaroun and Aita Al-Shaab. The convoys of trucks carrying the holy coffins set off from various Lebanese towns where the pure bodies were temporarily buried due to the Israeli war circumstances. بالفيديو | قافلة شهداء بلدة #عيترون تنطلق من #بيروت إلى جنوب #لبنان — قناة المنار (@TVManar1) February 28, 2025 Funeral prayers were held in the two towns for the pure bodies of the martyrs before they were laid to rest. Moreover, mourners held the flags of the resistance and chanted slogans which underlined allegiance to its path. Member of Loyalty to Resistance parliamentary bloc, Dr. Hasan Fadlallah, underlined the heavy sacrifices made by the border villages, adding that the government is now responsible for the liberation of the occupied territories and the protection of the Lebanese towns from the Zionist aggression. MP Fadlallah stressed that the fight of the border villages against the Israeli enemy has protected the entire country, adding that the enemy could have reached Baabda Palace again without that resistance. For his part, the former minister Mustafa Bayram hailed the sacrifices of the martyrs who sustained the national dignity, adding that the Resistance may never be weakened. The enemy planned to crush the resistance that steadfastly fought and made heavy sacrifices in order to confront the aggression, Bayram added. Bayram stressed that Hezbollah wants the independent government to assume its responsibilities and the Lebanese army to be powerful and fight the enemy. Head of Hezbollah Juristic Council Sheikh Mohammad Yazbek deplored the absence of the state officials from the funeral of the 130 martyrs in Aitaroun and Aita Al-Shaab. Addressing Hezbollah ceremony of receiving condolences on the martyrdom of Sayyed Hasan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine in Baalbek City, Sheikh Yazbek underscored rejection of any intention to naturalize ties with the Zionist entity at whatever cost. We will pursue the Resistance path that the master of the nation's martyrs sacrificed his blood for.
LBCI
13-02-2025
- Business
- LBCI
Labor Ministry handover highlights digital transformation and social security priorities
The handover ceremony at the Labor Ministry took place in the ministry's conference hall, as outgoing minister Moustafa Bayram officially transferred responsibilities to his successor, Mohammad Haidar. In his remarks, Bayram highlighted a milestone achievement during his tenure, announcing that the ministry had undergone a 90% digital transformation—an unprecedented step in Lebanon. Reflecting on his time in office, Bayram noted that the ministry prioritized human dignity despite financial constraints. He stressed that his administration invested in talent maintained impartiality by separating political affiliations from public service, and ensured that the ministry served all Lebanese. Bayram also touched on key accomplishments in social security and the National Employment Office (NEO), particularly in signing multiple agreements for accelerated vocational training programs. For his part, Haidar underscored his preference for action over words, stating that his approach would be defined by results rather than rhetoric. Addressing concerns about his background as a physician leading the labor ministry, he affirmed that a medical perspective is highly relevant, particularly in areas related to labor security, end-of-service benefits, and retirement systems. He also highlighted the importance of safeguarding public health from foreign labor, emphasizing the need for preventive measures to protect both Lebanese workers and the broader community. Haidar pledged to work on improving the minimum wage, noting that wage adjustments depend on multiple economic factors and require coordination across government bodies and economic sectors. He outlined key priorities for his tenure, including enhancing working conditions, defining emerging job opportunities in Lebanon and abroad, and focusing on social security. He stressed the urgent need to reclaim social security funds held by the state, warning that without these resources, the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) would be unable to sustain essential services. Haidar concluded by affirming his commitment to close collaboration with ministry employees and stakeholders, vowing to work hand in hand to improve labor conditions and better serve Lebanese workers.
