In a country long shaped by conflict and division, a Catholic priest in Lebanon is using music to bridge communities. By turning DJ, he brings people of different faiths together, proving that music can transcend religion, politics, and borders. His unique mission highlights coexistence, peace, and harmony in a region often defined by tension and unrest.

In Lebanon, Catholic Priest Turns DJ & Music Becomes A Language Of Coexistence 

Who is Sheikh Naim Qassem, Hezbollah’s new white-turbaned chief?

Clashes broke out on the 7th of September in a restive Palestinian refugee camp in south Lebanon. The refugee camp, Ain al-Hilweh, was rocked by deadly fighting just weeks ago, in which at least 13 people had died. In the fresh fighting between Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas's secular Fatah movement and Islamist militants, at least 20 people were wounded. The fighting also prompted hundreds of residents, from the camp and its surrounding areas, to flee. An uneasy truce had been in place since 3rd of August but with the recent outbreak of fighting, the camp is once again on the edge.

Fighting between secular Fatah & Islamist groups in Lebanon | World At War

Armed clashes have broken out in Beirut during a protest, people were seen protesting against the lead judge who was investigating the last year's massive blast in the city's port. Beirut has turned into a warzone, army tanks have rolled into the city and deadly gunfire was exchanged.

Lebanon: Gunshots were fired at protestors near justice palace

Armed clashes have broken out in Beirut during a protest, people were seen protesting against the lead judge who was investigating the last year's massive blast in the city's port.

Lebanon: Rallies held against lead judge probing Beirut blast

Lebanon: Deadly chaos erupts during Beirut blast probe

After a day of complete blackout, Lebanon's power supply was restored to normal. 2 of the biggest power stations in Lebanon were shut down because of a fuel shortage.

Lebanon: Army provides gas oil to secure power for 3 days

The latest World Bank Lebanon Economic Monitor report, entitled “Lebanon Sinking: To the Top 3”, said such brutal economic collapses are usually the result of war.

Lebanon’s economic crisis among world's worst since 1850s

Lebanon launches first electric car despite crisis

Violent protests have erupted in Tripoli. Protesters - outraged by the government's decision to impose a lockdown clashed with the military and set buildings on fire.

Gravitas: Tripoli: Lebanon's burning city

Lebanon, Israel end second round of maritime border talks

Sunni Muslim politician Saad al-Hariri named as Lebanon's new prime minister

Watch this week's West Asia Post as Ghadi Francis talks to Ali Hamdan, an adviser to the Lebanese Parliament Speaker for more on the Lebanon-Israel maritime talks. Also on the show, we explore how autocrats are hijacking mega sporting events to expand their soft power? For more such stories, keep watching the West Asia post with Ghadi Francis every Friday at 8:30 PM, only on WION.

The West Asia Post - Episode 3

The people of Lebanon are preparing for a tough winter as Lebanon faces financial ruin amid a lack of aid and leadership. Watch report.

Lebanon faces economic crisis amid COVID-19 pandemic

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic struck the Lebanese economy was in crisis. For the migrant workers who had moved to Lebanon in search of a better life, things have become worse. Watch report.

Lebanon migrant workers: 'Kafala system' leads to exploitation

Lebanon and Israel to hold UN-mediated talks on disputed borders

Hezbollah chief hits back at Netanyahu, Macron for statements on Lebanon

Lebanon army finds 1.3 tonnes of fireworks at destroyed Beirut port

Fresh anti-government protests break out in Lebanon, soldiers fire rounds in air to disperse crowd

US sanctions against Lebanon allies 'unjust', says Hezbollah

Beirut Explosion: Rescuers hear 'heartbeat' under rubble one month after disaster

Lebanon leaders have promised cabinet within two weeks, says Macron

Lebanon has been witnessing a steady spike in the COVID-19 infections in the aftermath of last week's explosion in Beirut. The country recorded its highest single-day caseload by 309 new cases with 7 fatalities.

Beirut blast scales back social distancing: Lebanon's hospitals at risk of being overrun

The government in Lebanon has stepped down in response to the massive street protest. Lebanon's PM Hasan Diab said that there was a desire for real change in the country. He blamed last week's massive explosion on years of corruption and mismanagement.

Lebanese govt steps down: PM Hasan Diab gives in to public demand, Protests enter day 4

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