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24-07-2025
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China says 'deeply concerned' over deadly Cambodia-Thailand border clashes
NNA - China said Thursday it was "deeply concerned" over deadly clashes between Cambodia and Thailand, which mark a dramatic escalation of a long-running border row between the two neighbours. "We are deeply concerned over the current developments (and) hope both sides can properly resolve issues through dialogue and consultations," foreign ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun said. "Good-neighbourliness and properly handling differences are in line with the fundamental and long-term interests of both sides," he said. -- AFP ======================
National News
24-07-2025
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New €12.5M project to support the Lebanese Armed Forces
NNA - The European Union announced a new €12.5 million project to support the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) in leading recovery efforts, enhancing security and helping communities in Southern Lebanon rebuild. The project will be implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The official launch ceremony, held at the LAF Headquarters in Yarzeh, was attended by LAF Commander General Rodolph Haykal, EU Ambassador to Lebanon Ms. Sandra De Waele, UNDP Resident Representative in Lebanon Ms. Blerta Aliko, and representatives from UNSCOL. This EU-funded project responds to the ongoing impact of the 13-month war, which continues to claim lives and damage infrastructure and public services across the country. It will help the Lebanese Armed Forces support communities in Southern Lebanon to recover and rebuild. This includes clearing rubble and unexploded ordnance, repairing critical infrastructure—such as water networks and public health centres—and strengthening cooperation with local communities. In his remarks, Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal stated, that "this project represents a critical milestone for the military institution, which bears immense responsibilities at the national level. The army continues to exert tremendous efforts to uphold the authority of the state across all Lebanese territory, implement international resolutions—particularly Resolution 1701—and safeguard the country's security and monitor its borders." "The project strengthens the army's capacity and sustainability, contributing directly to Lebanon's security and stability and to the safety of its people," General Haykal added. EU Ambassador Sandra De Waele said, "This project – along with our longstanding partnership with Lebanese security institutions – reflects the European Union's unwavering commitment to Lebanon and to promoting peace and stability across the country. Together with EU Member States, we are providing over $600 million in support to conflict-affected areas in Lebanon, underscoring this commitment. These efforts complement our diplomatic work to push for the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and for all parties to abide by the November 2024 ceasefire agreement." "We at UNDP will continue to support LAF and local communities—because stability is the foundation upon which lasting peace, recovery, and inclusive development must be built," said Blerta Aliko, UNDP Resident Representative in Lebanon. This project is part of the Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding signed in May 2025 by the Ministry of National Defense, UNDP, and UNSCOL, to coordinate international assistance for the Lebanese Armed Forces. ------------
National News
24-07-2025
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TMC: One dead, five injured in 6 road accidents within last 24 hours
NNA - One person has been reported dead and 5 injured in 6 road accident within the last 24 hours, the Traffic Management Center said on Thursday. ————————- L.Y
National News
24-07-2025
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President Joseph Aoun meets Mufti Derian at Baabda palace
NNA - President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, us currently meeting at Baabda Palace, with Grand Mufti of the Lebanese Republic, Sheikh Abdul Latif Derian. —————— L. Y
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21-07-2025
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Information Minister receives Middle East Council of Churches delegation, discusses bilateral media relations with Belgian Ambassador
NNA - Minister of Information, Lawyer Paul Morcos, on Monday received at his ministry office, the Secretary General of the Middle East Council of Churches, Professor Michel Abs, accompanied by a delegation from the Council, who came on a protocol visit.. The delegation included Media Officer and Coordinator of Church and Media Relations at the council. Lea Adel Maamari, the Coordinator of the Social Capital Rehabilitation Project at the Council Professor Laure Abi Khalil, the Media and Communication Officer at the Communication Department, Elia Nasrallah, and the Social Communication Officer, Director Johnny Anton. The discussion reportedly touched on several media topics and programmes produced by the Council's Communication and Media Unit. As Minister Morcos welcomed the efforts exerted by the Council across various media, humanitarian and social levels, the attendees looked forward to 'more cooperation between the Council and the Ministry of Information in terms of creating a kind of twinning with regard to programmes, production and everything related to the media.' Abs handed Minister Morcos an invitation to visit the Council, with a protocol expected to be signed between the two sides in the next phase. The delegation also presented Minister Morcos with an honorary shield in appreciation of his efforts. Separately, Minister Morcos met in his office at the ministry, Belgian Ambassador to Lebanon, Arnout Pauwels, with whom he broached the general developments. Following the meeting, Minister Morcos said that he discussed with the Belgian ambassador issues related to bilateral relations, particularly support for the Lebanese media, specifically Télé Liban. The discussion also touched on the new media draft law. =============== L.Y
