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October 14th, 2014 - 03:59 GMT

Lebanon’s grand Mufti condemns extremism

Grand Mufti of Lebanon Sheikh Abdul-Latif Derian condemned Muslim extremists and said "our Islam is not terrorist," during a conference Tuesday.

Lawmakers attend a Parliament session in Beirut on Friday. Image via The Daily Star

June 1st, 2013 - 03:00 GMT

Lebanese parliament extends term by 17 months in light of Syria spillover

Lebanese security forces and civilians inspect the scene of a bus crash, killing and wounding several people, in the town of Kahaleh, ten kilometres east of Beirut on March 15, 2013, that was carrying Syrian refugees upon their arrival from Syria to Lebanon. (AFP PHOTO/ ANWAR AMRO)

March 15th, 2013 - 09:15 GMT

Syrian government threatens strike on Lebanese "armed gangs"

An increasingly vocal President of Lebanon calls for investment in agriculture, coinciding with World Food Day

October 16th, 2012 - 09:10 GMT

World Food Day: Lebanon's President calls for agriculture booat

Al Bawaba

June 11th, 2003 - 02:00 GMT

UK reshuffles diplomatic staff in Mid-East