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LBCI
05-08-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
Post-Cabinet session: Key decisions, discussions, and stances
Two ministers affiliated with the Amal-Hezbollah duo withdrew from Tuesday's cabinet session at Baabda Palace, as tensions surfaced over a U.S. proposal regarding the disarmament of non-state actors. Ministers Rakan Nasreddine and Tamara Zein walked out of the meeting, although Minister Fadi Makki remained present. All three ministers stayed inside the palace grounds following the walkout. According to LBCI sources, the withdrawal was a coordinated move by the Amal-Hezbollah duo ministers. Despite the disruption, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the cabinet had agreed to continue discussions on the paper submitted by the U.S. side on Thursday. He confirmed that the Lebanese Army has been tasked with drafting a plan to restrict arms possession, to be presented to the cabinet before the end of the month and finalized before the end of the year. Information Minister Paul Morcos announced several cabinet decisions following the session. Among them was the renaming of Hafez al-Assad Avenue near Beirut airport to Ziad Rahbani Avenue, in addition to the approval of a recruitment competition for 25 firefighters to serve at the Beirut Airport unit. Morcos emphasized that the government remains near all Lebanese citizens and is committed to maintaining national security. He also clarified that while the disarmament principle was already part of the ministerial statement, today's session marked the beginning of discussions based on the American proposal. Minister Fadi Makki expressed reservations regarding the statement issued by the cabinet, particularly about the decision to set a deadline for the army's plan before full discussions are held with all ministers present in a future session. All other ministers, except for those representing the Amal-Hezbollah duo, endorsed the statement.
LBCI
09-07-2025
- Health
- LBCI
From crown to cause: Miss Lebanon Nada Koussa named mental health ambassador
Health Minister Rakan Nasreddine has appointed Miss Lebanon, Nada Koussa, as Lebanon's mental health ambassador in collaboration with the National Mental Health Programme. The initiative aims to raise public awareness about the importance of mental well-being and the need to protect it. Expressing gratitude for what she called a first-of-its-kind appointment, Koussa said it reflects 'a growing recognition that mental health is not a luxury, but a fundamental need.' She pointed out that 'a high percentage of people in Lebanon suffer from symptoms of depression, and worse, there are cases of suicide.' Koussa added that since beginning her career as a psychologist and throughout her reign as Miss Lebanon, her mission has remained clear: Promoting awareness, education, and access to psychological care.
LBCI
08-07-2025
- Health
- LBCI
Lebanon's health minister approves full medical coverage for Beirut blast victims
Lebanon's Health Minister Rakan Nasreddine has approved full medical coverage for those wounded in the 2020 Beirut Port explosion, the founding committee representing the victims announced Tuesday. In a statement, the committee said the decision followed coordination with the Health Ministry and came after it presented detailed accounts of the victims' ongoing suffering and medical needs. The ministry also expressed readiness, in collaboration with donor agencies, to provide prosthetics, medical supplies, and additional support, pending parliamentary approval of a draft law submitted by the committee. The proposed law seeks to grant blast victims the same benefits afforded to wounded Lebanese army personnel.
MTV Lebanon
05-06-2025
- Health
- MTV Lebanon
Aoun discusses National Drug Agency decree, cancer plan with Health Minister
President of the Republic Joseph Aoun met with Minister of Public Health Rakan Nasreddine, with whom he discussed the draft implementation decree for the National Drug Agency, which is being prepared for submission to the Cabinet. The minister also briefed President Aoun on the details of the National Cancer Plan. Nasreddine noted that 'cancer drug coverage has increased by 43% over the past two months.' He also informed the President about his visit to the World Health Organization and Lebanon's restoration of its voting rights.
LBCI
11-04-2025
- Health
- LBCI
EU delivers 40 tons of medicines and emergency supplies to Lebanon via UNICEF
The European Union has delivered 40 tons of essential medicines and emergency medical supplies to Lebanon's Public Health Ministry through UNICEF as part of ongoing international efforts to support the country's healthcare sector. Part of the shipment arrived in January aboard a UNICEF-chartered flight, while the remainder was delivered by sea last month. The supplies include a wide range of vital medications such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, and painkillers. These will be distributed based on need and usage to approximately 300 primary healthcare centers and units across the country. The shipment also contains 15 emergency medical kits designed to meet the urgent healthcare needs of around 150,000 people over three months. Public Health Minister Rakan Nasreddine described the donation as a reaffirmation of the international community's support, saying it demonstrates that "the government remains fully committed to working with international organizations and partners to ensure the delivery of health services and the implementation of joint projects."
