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21.03.2025

21.03.2025Day Israel Assassinated Hamas Intelligence Chief While Promising to Stay in Lebanon

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Lebanon for 21.03.2025.

It displays 135 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

21.03.2025Day Israel Assassinated Hamas Intelligence Chief While Promising to Stay in Lebanon
Early reports covered Israel's dismissal of Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar, creating what media described as a constitutional crisis with warnings of potential civil war. Investigations into former Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh concluded after seven months, with a ruling expected shortly.

By midday, an Israeli official declared they would remain at the five contested points in Lebanon until the Lebanese Army takes full control, rejecting observation-only measures. Finance Minister Mansouri revealed offers from international banks to invest Lebanon's gold reserves.

Prime Minister Salam made two significant statements: banking deposits are "sacred" and must be fully restored, and Hezbollah's weapons issue was settled in the ministerial statement, declaring the "people, army, resistance" slogan as history.

By evening, Israel announced the assassination of Hamas military intelligence chief Osama Tabash in southern Gaza, followed by Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Tadmur Military Airport. Lebanese media mourned the death of journalist Huda Shedid after a long illness.
21.03.2025
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04:30
الكتائب

القضاء اللبناني يختم التحقيق في ملفّ رياض سلامة...أيام قليلة على القرار الظني

04:30
04:38
الكتائب

إقرار آلية التعيينات يطلق الالتزامات الإصلاحية

04:38
04:54
04:54
الكتائب

منصوري: تلقينا عروضاً من مصارف عالمية لاستثمار إحتياطي الذهب

04:54

05:29Hezbollah Calculates Eastern Border Stakes

The newspapers report on tensions at Lebanon's eastern borders with analysis of Hezbollah's calculations (Al Joumhouria). Border disputes continue with calls from Speaker Berri to stop Israeli violations before demarcation (Lebanon24), while former President Aoun emphasizes collective legitimacy (Lebanon24). Central Bank governance remains contentious with three leading candidates and decisions postponed until after Le Drian's visit (Lebanon Files). Economic news includes offers from international banks to invest Lebanon's gold reserves (Kataeb). Cultural coverage includes special reports on Nowruz celebrations (Annahar), while internationally, Trump signed an executive order aimed at eliminating the Department of Education (Al-Manar).
05:35
الكتائب

ساعة الحسم تقترب...مهلة أخيرة من واشنطن للبنان لتنفيذ القرار 1701

05:35
05:58
الكتائب

بعد إتصالات أورتاغوس التحذيرية...لبنان يردّ: التطبيع غير مطروح

05:58
06:22
الكتائب

ساعة الحسم تقترب...مهلة أخيرة من واشنطن للبنان لتنفيذ القرار 1701

06:22

07:37Riad Salameh Investigation Concludes After Seven Months

The newspapers report on Judge Halawi completing his investigation of former Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh after seven months in custody (Janoubia). Washington has reportedly issued a final deadline for Lebanon to implement Resolution 1701 (Kataeb), while Israel has dismissed the head of its internal security service (Shabak) (LBC, LBCI). Economic news includes updates on fuel prices (Al Joumhouria) and reports that Mother's Day in Lebanon is marked by economic hardship, with gold prices beyond reach for many (Lebanon24). Iran's Supreme Leader has yet to respond to a letter from Trump (L'Orient-Le Jour).
09:36
الكتائب

هل التوافق في مدينتيّ جونية وجبيل ممكن؟

09:36
10:00
10:33
الكتائب

لا ابتزاز بل ثقة دولية بلبنان..هل يكون على قدرها؟

10:33

10:35Israel Threatens Partial Gaza Annexation

The newspapers report on regional conflicts with Israel threatening partial annexation of Gaza (Naharnet) and discussions about who can impose a new ceasefire between Hamas and Israel (Lebanon24). A Syrian officer reportedly caused tension at Tripoli Government Hospital (Janoubia). Domestic issues include discussion of international trust in Lebanon (Kataeb) and severe weather conditions with snow, ice, and heavy rain (MTV Lebanon). The French-language press covers Turkey's political situation, describing Erdogan's rule as moving toward "open dictatorship" (L'Orient-Le Jour). Mother's Day greetings appear in Arabic press (Al Joumhouria).
11:54
الكتائب

عن المختارة والمصالحة والمصارحة لبنانياً

11:54

13:30Prime Minister Salam Pledges No Deposit Cancellations

The newspapers report on banking issues with Prime Minister Salam promising to eliminate any notion of deposit cancellation (Al Joumhouria, Lebanon Files). Regional tensions focus on Israel's dismissal of its internal security chief, creating a constitutional crisis with warnings of civil war (Al-Manar, LBC, LBCI). The government has approved appointment mechanisms with Hezbollah calling for support of the army (Janoubia, Naharnet). International coverage includes a new report on Iran's nuclear program (Lebanon24) and Trump's diplomatic and military pressure on Iran (MTV Lebanon). L'Orient-Le Jour notes a Sunni political resurgence amid local and regional rebalancing.
13:45
الكتائب

إسرائيل: باقون في النقاط الخمس حتى سيطرة الجيش اللبناني بالكامل ولن نكتفي بالمراقبة

13:45
15:00
الكتائب

سلام: صفحة سلاح حزب الله انطوت بعد البيان الوزاري وشعار "شعب جيش مقاومة" أصبح من الماضي

15:00
15:08
الكتائب

إسرائيل: باقون في النقاط الخمس حتى سيطرة الجيش اللبناني بالكامل وسنعمل على منع أي تسلح لحزب الله

15:08
15:33
الكتائب

الحركة السياحية تترقب عيد الفطر "بتحفّظ أمني"

15:33

16:08Army Commander Vows Full State Control Over Lebanese Territory

The newspapers report on military and security issues with Army Commander Heikal promising to extend state authority throughout Lebanese territory (Al Joumhouria). U.S. pressures could lead to civil war, though political leaders oppose instability (Naharnet). Questions arise about Syrian residents being ordered to leave Beirut's southern suburbs (L'Orient-Le Jour). Domestically, schools have begun striking with potential for an open-ended strike Sunday (Lebanon24), while the tourism sector cautiously anticipates Eid al-Fitr amid security concerns (Kataeb). Former Prime Minister Salam states Lebanon cannot rise without Arab support (MTV Lebanon).
16:39
الكتائب

وزير العدل: الورشة الإصلاحية لا تعني أن الموجود عاطل

16:39
16:47
الكتائب

وزير العدل: التدقيق الجنائي في لبنان ضرورة

16:47
17:19
الكتائب

سلام: صفحة سلاح حزب الله انطوت بعد البيان الوزاري وشعار "شعب جيش مقاومة" أصبح من الماضي

17:19

19:20Israel Assassinates Hamas Intelligence Chief

The newspapers report on Israel's assassination of Hamas military intelligence chief Osama Tabash in southern Gaza (Annahar, Janoubia). Domestically, Prime Minister Salam declared that Hezbollah's weapons issue has been resolved after the ministerial statement, asserting that the "people, army, resistance" slogan is now history (Kataeb). Other coverage includes stories of Lebanese martyrs' mothers (Lebanon24), upcoming diplomatic appointments expected next week (MTV Lebanon), and Culture Minister Ghassan Salamé describing himself as a "beggar of the Republic" (L'Orient-Le Jour).
19:51
21:12
21:52
21:52
الكتائب

الجميّل ناعيًا هدى شديد: سيبقى الصوت هادراً وستبقى الحقيقة ساطعة

21:52
23:03