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Nawaf Salam

Nawaf Salam - Lebanon Independence Day - foreign influence in Lebanon - Lebanon national identity - non-state weapons Lebanon - 82 years of independence - Joseph Aoun

Groundhog day

Eighty-two years after independence, Lebanon again faces existential turmoil, foreign interference, and a fragile, uncertain future.

By Michael Karam
Nawaf Salam - Lebanese Army - donor conference - ceasefire violations - diplomatic track

Salam: Lebanon is ready to negotiate with Israel

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam signals Lebanon’s readiness for direct talks with Israel, emphasizes disarming militias, strengthening border security, and advancing economic recovery with international support.

By The Beiruter
Nawaf Salam - Lebanon - economic crisis

Reform on the clock

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam faces mounting pressure to push through economic reforms and address Hezbollah's arms before a new parliament is elected in 2026.

By Nicholas Frakes