The Beiruter

The deployment of a U.S. amphibious strike group near Iran signals escalating tensions, with multiple strategic targets under consideration amid uncertainty over Washington’s true objective. 

The US-Iran conflict faces a fragile diplomatic moment as Trump’s 15-point plan seeks to end hostilities, but Washington’s hardline demands, Iran’s rejection, Israel’s concerns, and strategic mistrust challenge prospects for a lasting resolution.

Lebanon’s ongoing war reveals a fragile system of interdependent forces, where political paralysis, external influence, and feedback loops drive continuous instability.

The US tests high-energy laser systems to counter increasingly common drones, offering precise, cost-efficient air defense, while nations like Israel and Ukraine advance directed-energy weapons amid technical and environmental challenges.

As conflict intensifies, Lebanese civilians are increasingly exposed to danger as military activity becomes embedded within populated areas.

A new index reveals the Muslim Brotherhood’s declining influence in the Arab world but highlights its shift toward decentralised, global networks that may sustain its relevance.

Caught between geography and economic fragility, Egypt navigates the regional war through cautious containment, balancing diplomacy, security, and survival.

Hezbollah’s shifting rhetoric signals a potential internal confrontation in Lebanon, raising urgent questions about state authority and disarmament.

Cyber warfare is becoming a central front in the Middle East conflict, shaping strategy, disrupting systems, and influencing perception beyond the battlefield.

In an interview with The Beiruter, Iraqi military and strategic expert General Jamal Al-Halbousi analyzes how Iraq has become increasingly exposed amid the growing regional confrontation and its implications for the country’s internal stability, security institutions, and energy resources.

Interior and Municipalities Minister Ahmad Al-Hajjar tells The Beiruter that Lebanon’s security agencies are at full readiness but acknowledges the country is, in effect, at war.

In Anfeh, Lebanon, traditional hand-harvested sea salt has been produced for over 300 years, preserving both a local heritage and a way of life on the Mediterranean coast.

A powerful look at Lebanon’s race to protect its cultural heritage during war, as the Blue Shield becomes both a legal safeguard and a fragile symbol of hope amid ongoing destruction.

Obesity is a complex condition shaped by lifestyle, biology, and habits, far beyond just calories in and out. 

A Paris exhibition on Byblos becomes more than history, it’s a political statement on Lebanon’s identity, heritage, and survival amid war.

Trauma is not just psychological, it is a biological imprint that reshapes the brain’s structure, memory, and emotional regulation.

On World Poetry Day, Lebanon’s greatest poets remind us how words became a form of survival, identity, and resistance through decades of upheaval.

International Happiness Day invites a deeper reflection on how joy is shaped by culture, struggle, and the quiet moments found within everyday life.

Amid war and uncertainty, Lebanon’s layered history and shared traditions of Lent and Ramadan evoke a timeless story of resilience, memory, and renewal.

From Ayman Baalbaki’s scarred cityscapes to Walid Raad’s invented archives and Mona Hatoum’s installations of exile, Lebanese artists have transformed decades of war into powerful works that document trauma, memory, and the resilience of a country shaped by conflict.

More than a dish, kibbeh is a living symbol of Lebanese identity, reflecting generations of tradition, regional diversity, family rituals, and the resilience of a culture that continues to preserve its heritage through food.

Inside Beirut’s displacement shelters, women have become the quiet organizers of daily life, caring for families and sustaining fragile communities amid war and uncertainty.

Displacement in Lebanon has reconfigured daily life for children, affecting their schooling and safety and eroding any sense of stability.

Francophonie Month 2026 in Lebanon celebrates language, poetry, youth, and cultural diversity, offering a platform for dialogue, creativity, and connection between Lebanon and its global diaspora.

Lebanon is strengthening its response to child sexual violence by training 100 specialized caseworkers to provide survivor-centered support, part of a broader effort to create a coordinated, effective national child protection system.

Testosterone naturally declines with age in some men, subtly affecting strength, energy, and sexual health. This is known as andropause.

As AI spreads across sectors, jobs are changing through task-level augmentation, not mass replacement.

As AI grows more powerful, empathy and cultural sensitivity become critical to safe, human-centered technology.

Facebook’s refreshed layout and simplified posting aim to boost engagement and restore its cultural influence.

Lebanon ranks 90th in innovation, excelling in research despite weak institutions and infrastructure.

A WhatsApp flaw exposed metadata of 3.5 billion users, though private messages remained secure.

Elon Musk predicts AI and robotics could make work optional, reshaping economy and human life.

AI is making AAC devices faster, smarter, and more personalized for people with communication disabilities.

Accelerated video playback enhances productivity and engagement while potentially altering attention spans and mental processing habits.

AI may feel instantaneous and effortless, but every prompt comes with a hidden environmental cost: massive energy use, billions of liters of water for cooling and hardware, and significant fossil-fuel emissions.

Velents.ai raises $1.5M to launch Agent.sa, the first Arabic-speaking AI employee in the Middle East.

Elon Musk warns AI will surpass humans, making its impact depend on how responsibly it is developed and controlled.

Ray Kurzweil predicts human immortality by 2030, driven by AI, nanotechnology, and genetic advances.

Lebanon launches National Digital Transformation Strategy to modernize governance, boost AI, empower talent, and drive innovation

Dubai’s “Scan Smart” campaign highlights the importance of safe scanning practices and digital vigilance to protect personal data.

AI technologies like Google’s Project Green Light could ease Beirut’s traffic congestion and enhance road safety.

China’s Shenzhou-21 mission advances its space ambitions with human and biological research in orbit.