Saad Hariri
Prime Minister of Lebanon
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View Timeline →Pompeo to Visit Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is visiting Kuwait, Lebanon, and Israel to strengthen efforts against Iran. His discussions will focus on Israel's security and…
U.S. Concern Over Hezbollah's Increasing Role in Lebanon
The U.S. ambassador to Lebanon has raised concerns about Hezbollah's increasing influence in the Lebanese government, where it controls several key ministries. This situation is…
Lebanese Prime Minister Calls for the Release of Nizar Zaka in Meeting with Zarif
Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri urged Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif to facilitate the release of Nizar Zaka, a Lebanese-American imprisoned in Iran on…
The Security Council Urges Lebanon to Avoid External Tensions
The UN Security Council urged Lebanese parties to avoid external conflicts, implicitly targeting Hezbollah, which has been involved in Syria. The new Lebanese government has…
Nasrallah's Proposal to Lebanon for Using Iranian Air Defense Weapons Against Israel
Hassan Nasrallah, the Secretary-General of Hezbollah, has proposed that Lebanon accept Iranian air defense systems to counter Israeli aggression. He questions the Lebanese government's willingness…
US Expresses Concern Over Hezbollah's Presence in New Lebanese Government
The US has expressed concern over Hezbollah's control of three ministries in the newly formed Lebanese government, fearing that funds may be diverted to support…
The U.S. Rejects Israel's Request to Sanction Lebanon
The U.S. has rejected Israel's request to sanction Lebanon over the discovery of Hezbollah tunnels. Israel claims these tunnels pose a threat and that Lebanon…
Lebanese Prime Minister Calls Qassem Soleimani's Statements 'Regrettable'
Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri criticized Qassem Soleimani's remarks about Hezbollah's election success as interference in Lebanon's affairs. This comes amid rising tensions between Iran…
Hezbollah Calls on Lebanese Government to Counter US Sanctions
Sheikh Hassan Nasrallah of Hezbollah urged the Lebanese government to defend citizens under US sanctions, asserting that these sanctions are detrimental to the people. He…
Majority Support of Lebanese Parliament Representatives for Hariri's Premiership
The Lebanese Parliament has expressed majority support for Saad Hariri to become Prime Minister again, following a re-election of Nabih Berri as Speaker. This political…
Nasrallah: Saudi Arabia Offered Syria Aid in Exchange for Cutting Ties with Iran
Hassan Nasrallah claims Saudi Arabia has offered Syria financial aid in exchange for cutting ties with Iran and Hezbollah. This proposal echoes past offers made…
Netanyahu: We Will Act Against Iran If Necessary
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned at the Munich Security Conference that Israel would take action against Iran if necessary, particularly regarding Iran's military presence in…
Tillerson: Hezbollah is Part of the Political Process in Lebanon
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson acknowledged Hezbollah's role in Lebanon's political process while expressing concerns about its Iranian influence. He emphasized support for a…
Israeli Army Warning: Strengthening Iran's Presence in Lebanon Will Lead to War
The Israeli army has issued a warning that Iran's growing influence in Lebanon could lead to war, emphasizing that Lebanon has become a missile manufacturing…
The U.S. Urges Lebanon to Prevent Hezbollah's Access to Financial Sector
A senior U.S. Treasury official urged Lebanon to block Hezbollah's access to financial resources and curb Iranian influence during a visit to Beirut. This request…
Netanyahu: Iran Seeks to Destroy Israel by Strengthening Military Power in Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of seeking to destroy Israel by establishing military bases in Syria during a meeting with French President Emmanuel…
Macron at Paris Meeting: Regional Powers Should Not Interfere in Lebanon
French President Emmanuel Macron urged regional powers to avoid interfering in Lebanon during an international meeting aimed at stabilizing the country. The meeting highlighted the…
Zarif Claims Saudi Arabia Forced Hariri to Resign
Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif accused Saudi Arabia of forcing Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri to resign, claiming Saudi involvement in creating terrorist organizations.…
Saad Hariri, Prime Minister of Lebanon, Rescinds His Resignation
Saad Hariri, the Prime Minister of Lebanon, has rescinded his resignation, ending a month-long political crisis that began with his resignation from Saudi Arabia. The…
Rouhani: Saudi Arabia Labels Us as Enemies to Cover Up Its Regional Failures
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani accused Saudi Arabia of labeling Iran as an enemy to distract from its own regional failures and internal crises. He emphasized…