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15.05.2025

15.05.2025Day Syria Sanctions Relief Promises $300 Billion Reconstruction

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Lebanon for 15.05.2025.

It displays 104 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

15.05.2025Day Syria Sanctions Relief Promises $300 Billion Reconstruction
Trump's pledge to lift Syrian sanctions dominated Lebanese media, with reports estimating $300 billion needed for reconstruction that could benefit Lebanon economically. Parliament approved laws criminalizing shooting in the air and tax exemptions for war victims.

Israel continued military operations in South Lebanon, striking a vehicle near Arnoun reportedly targeting a Hezbollah member identified as Mohammed Marouni, and bombing a bulldozer with a drone.

US Envoy Deputy Morgan Ortagus told LBCI that Lebanon's path to peace requires Hezbollah's disarmament, echoing Trump and Saudi Crown Prince's earlier statements supporting weapon exclusivity for the Lebanese state.

Municipal election coverage continued with final results announced for Tripoli district amid ongoing controversy, while reporting showed unprecedented youth participation in local elections nationwide.

Syrian President Chareh's meeting with Trump sparked speculation about Syria potentially joining the Abraham Accords, with Trump also indicating progress toward an Iran nuclear deal.
15.05.2025

02:08Syria Sanctions Removal Could Attract $300 Billion

The newspapers report on Trump's continued Middle East tour, with "historic" deals in Qatar following his meeting with Syria's new leader (Annahar, Naharnet). Regional violence continues with reporting of a shooting attack near Salfit that killed an Israeli settler (Al-Manar). Lebanon's political landscape shows signs of change with Gemayel noting this is the first time in 50 years without foreign guardianship (Kataeb), while discussions about the potential lifting of Syria sanctions dominate economic reporting, with estimates of $300 billion needed for reconstruction that could benefit Lebanon (El Nashra, L'Orient-Le Jour). Media also speculates about UNIFIL's final year of mission as Washington relies on the Lebanese army's role (Janoubia).
04:14
الكتائب

الانفتاح الخليجي على لبنان مرتبط بخطوات إصلاحية فعلية

04:14
04:47
الكتائب

المساعدة الأميركية والعربية للبنان بشروط؟

04:47

05:37Trump's UAE Visit as US Aid to Lebanon Faces Conditions

The newspapers report on US conditional aid to Lebanon (Kataeb), along with Lebanese monitoring of Trump's message with Saudi Crown Prince and hopes for Syrian refugee return linked to sanctions lifting (Lebanon24). A "high political source" revealed information about a potential veto (Al Joumhouria), while Trump concludes his Gulf tour in the UAE (Annahar). Municipal election results for Tripoli district have been announced (LBC, LBCI), continuing the electoral coverage from previous days.
06:00
06:17
الكتائب

حكيم: الاتصالات لا زالت قائمة لضمان الالتزام بالتصويت للائحة الائتلافية في بيروت وعدم التشطيب

06:17
06:42
الكتائب

رئيس الكتائب التقى الرئيس عون

06:42
08:48
الكتائب

مجلس النواب يلتئم لدرس واقرار اقتراحات القوانين المعجلة المكررة

08:48
09:30
الكتائب

مجلس النواب يقرّ القانون المتعلق بتجريم إطلاق عيارات نارية في الهواء

09:30

09:32Parliament Criminalizes Air Gunfire

The newspapers report on legislative developments, with Parliament approving a law criminalizing firing gunshots in the air (Kataeb) and dropping the urgency status of several bill proposals (Al Joumhouria). Court of Cassation elections resulted in two judges winning unopposed (LBC, LBCI). Foreign affairs coverage includes Syria moving towards relief while Lebanon remains in waiting (Addiyar), alongside speculation about Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei betting on Trump according to Foreign Policy (Lebanon24). Meanwhile, Trump indicates getting closer to a deal to avoid military action against Iran (Naharnet), while L'Orient-Le Jour questions if Israeli attention is shifting to Southern Lebanon's municipal elections.
11:40
12:35

12:56Israeli Airstrike Hits Vehicle Near Arnoun

The newspapers report on Trump's statement from Qatar emphasizing America's "strongest military in the world" (Al Joumhouria). Regional diplomacy continues with Arab foreign ministers meeting in Baghdad to prepare for the 34th summit (Al-Manar). Israeli military action resurfaces with reports of an airstrike targeting a vehicle on the Arnoun-Yahmor al-Shqif road (LBC, LBCI). Lebanon grapples with Syria sanctions relief implications, noting risks that balance potential benefits (Annahar), while Israel reportedly expresses concern over US-Iran rapprochement as a security threat (Lebanon24). Lebanese Forces leader Geagea urges Hezbollah to "draw lessons" from regional developments (Naharnet).
14:15
الكتائب

المنشد الديني عرض خدماته لإسرائيل وتسبّب بمقتل قادة الحزب

14:15
14:33
الكتائب

بين "بكفيّا" و"المختارة" قراءة مشتركة لِبناء لبنان جديد يُواكب التحولات الإقليمية!

14:33
15:36

16:26Revitalizing the Taif Agreement

The newspapers report on discussions about Lebanon's political structure, with calls to apply, correct, and develop the Taif Agreement (Al Joumhouria). Regional focus continues on Trump's Gulf tour, described as a "show of American influence" with "magical solutions deception" (Al-Manar). Military actions remain in the headlines with reporting on Mohammed Marouni, targeted in an Arnoun airstrike (Janoubia). Political dialogue between Bkfaya and Mokhtara reportedly aims to build a "new Lebanon" amid regional changes (Kataeb). Media outlets announce an upcoming LBCI interview with US envoy deputy Morgan Orttagus (LBC, LBCI), while speculation grows about Iran's readiness to sign a nuclear deal with the US (Lebanon24).
17:22
الكتائب

أورتاغوس: الطريق إلى السلام واضح وهو عبر نزع سلاح الحزب من البلد كله وتوقعوا المزيد من العقوبات على أي شخص يساعد الحزب

17:22
18:54
19:54
الكتائب

نديم الجميل يحث أهالي بيروت على التصويت: أتمنى اختيار اللوائح التي نتواجد عليها لضمان المناصفة

19:54
20:12
23:05
الكتائب

ضغوط ديبلوماسية وعسكرية على لبنان لنزع سلاح الحزب

23:05

23:06Disarming Hezbollah Central to Lebanon Peace Path

The newspapers report on Trump's regional impact, focusing on his recent Saudi visit and its implications for Lebanon and Syria. Headlines discuss expected Saudi messaging after Trump's visit (Addiyar) and Trump's lifting of sanctions on Syria potentially affecting Lebanon (El Nashra). Multiple sources highlight diplomatic and military pressures on Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah (Kataeb, LBCI, LBC), with claims that peace requires removing Hezbollah's weapons. A report suggests Turkey's Rubio announced Syria's new leadership desires peace with Israel (Al-Manar), while Israel reportedly faces exhaustion from the prolonged war (Lebanon24).
23:53
الكتائب

التمديد لليونيفيل: "استفسارات" دولية حول الدور والمهام

23:53