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IDF says Hezbollah assassinated Lebanese officials to hide role in 2020 Beirut port blast

Military said group’s Unit 121 killed four Lebanese figures to stop them from revealing the group’s alleged role in storing ammonium nitrate that led to the 2020 Beirut port blast, which killed more than 200 people

Lior Ben Ari | 12.02.25

The secret plan that sealed the fate of Hezbollah’s top commander

Over the past year, Haytham Ali Tabatabai led Hezbollah’s post-war rebuilding efforts; according to The Wall Street Journal, he replaced over 2,500 fighters and introduced a new system to prevent operational collapse after assassinations of top leaders

ynet | 11.25.25

הלוייתו של רמטכ"ל חיזבאללה הייתם עלי טבטבאי

Hezbollah military chief buried in Beirut after Israeli strike as leadership splits over response

As Israeli drones fly over Beirut, terror group buries Haytham Ali Tabatabai, its second-in-command and top military commander; with Naim Qassem absent, group issues no direct threat, urges Beirut to focus on Israel and echoes shifting messages from Iran

Lior Ben Ari | 11.24.25

תמונה שנתלתה בכיכר המהפכה בטהרן לציון שנה ל לחיסולו של חסן נסראללה

Mass ceremonies in Lebanon mark Nasrallah assassination as Iran threatens Israel, US

Defying Lebanese authorities, Hezbollah projected images of Hassan Nasrallah and Hashem Safieddine onto Beirut’s Raouche Rock, as Prime Minister Najib Mikati vowed legal action and Iran’s Ali Larijani joined the commemorations

Lior Ben Ari | 09.27.25

In the heart of Dahieh: The daring Mossad operation that led to the assassination of Nasrallah

Israeli spies infiltrated the Hezbollah stronghold in Beirut under fire, planting devices that guided airstrikes that killed Hassan Nasrallah, top commanders and hundreds of fighters, in an operation that reshaped the war in Lebanon

Ron Ben-Yishai | 09.21.25

Russian shipowner linked to 2020 Beirut port blast held in Bulgaria

Igor Grechushkin is one of three people wanted by Interpol and linked to shipment of ammonium nitrate that exploded at port, killing over 220, injuring over 6,500 people and ravaging swathes of Lebanese capital

AFP | 09.16.25

ממחנה אל-בדאווי בצפון לבנון, לפי אל-מיאדין, נמסרו 3 משאיות של נשק פלסטיני

Lebanese army receives new weapons from Palestinian camps in ongoing disarmament drive

Five truckloads of arms from Ain al-Hilweh and three from al-Beddawi handed to Lebanese military, weeks after initial surrenders in Beirut camps; skepticism remains over whether Palestinian factions will fully disarm amid recurring clashes

Lior Ben Ari | 09.13.25

לבנון מסירת נשק מחנות פליטים פלסטיניים פלסטינים ארגונים בורג' אל בראג'נה

Clashes erupt at Beirut refugee camp amid Palestinian disarmament effort

Heavy gunfire and explosions rock Burj al-Barajneh just weeks after Palestinian factions began handing over weapons to Lebanese army, casting doubt on sincerity and viability of Lebanon’s push to disarm armed groups in refugee camps

Lior Ben Ari | 09.04.25

IDF attacks Iranian Quds Force terrorist near Beirut | Watch footage from air strike

In unusual move deep inside Lebanon, an Israeli Air Force aircraft attacked a vehicle carrying a terrorist who was involved in smuggling weapons and promoting attacks against Israelis and soldiers

Yoav Zitun, Lior Ben Ari | 07.03.25

Is Lebanon back on the tourist map? Bustling airport, beach-ready coast

Lebanon faces a collapsed economy, street garbage and recurring conflict—but surprising tourism figures spark hopes for a summer rebound; still, many fear Israel is plotting to sabotage the recovery

Lior Ben Ari | 06.28.25

Lebanese army digs for weapons in Hezbollah stronghold after Israeli strike

Troops search for Hezbollah weapons in Beirut’s Dahieh after Israel struck suspected drone sites; UN ceasefire monitor orders search to verify IDF claims; Lebanese sources say no weapons found

Lior Ben Ari | 06.08.25

Lebanon eyes Gulf tourists as path to economic recovery, despite lingering challenges

Beirut is banking on tourism rebound to revive shattered economy and ties with Gulf nations, especially Saudi Arabia; officials hope easing travel bans and regional tensions will draw visitors back, but warn reforms are key to lasting recovery

Assocoated Press | 06.07.25

IDF strikes underground Hezbollah facilities in Beirut: 'Used to produce thousands of drones'

Military's Arabic spokesperson says attack targeted four buildings which house underground facilities used by Hezbollah’s Unit 127 for its drone manufacturing program

Lior Ben Ari, Yoav Zitun | 06.05.25

Lebanon moves to reassert control as tensions with Hezbollah, Israel continue

For decades, Iran-backed terror group has maintained significant control over parts the country; now, authorities appear to be taking more assertive steps, especially in the south

Lior Ben Ari | 04.18.25

Lebanon eyes new airport to escape Hezbollah grip

Beirut says Kleiate Airport in northern Lebanon could open to commercial flights within a year, aiming to boost the economy and break free from Hezbollah’s control over the capital’s main hub

Lior Ben Ari | 04.07.25

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