The threats fired against Cyprus this week by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, as far-fetched as they may seem, should not be taken lightly. The Shia cleric and leader of the militant group commands considerable influence in almost everything that happens in Lebanon, from politics to the economy and national defence. Apart from securing vast amounts … Read more
– Falafel likely originated in Egypt, possibly eaten by Copts as a replacement for meat during Lent.
– Initially made from fava beans and called ‘ta’amiya’, chickpeas became a common substitute as it traveled across the Middle East.
– Falafel’s journey from Egypt to the Levant and beyond showcases the exchange of culinary traditions.
– Falafel became popular in Western countries in the latter half of the 20th century due to growing interest in vegetarian and international cuisines.
– Falafel is celebrated globally as a dish that transcends its origins and symbolizes global cuisine.
– Falafel’s global ascent is a story of cultural identity and exchange, bringing people together across cultural divides.
The Cabinet has approved a law amendment that will allow foreign universities to establish fully operational institutions in Cyprus, awarding degrees from their countries of origin.
Three startups in the fields of energy and agricultural technology are set to relocate to Paphos. The startups were selected by the American University of Beirut (AUB) and the Zein AUB Innovation Park. Paphos is seen as an ideal environment for the development of innovative products, with the municipality actively supporting the creation of a dynamic ecosystem for start-up companies.
– The state’s immigration measures have brought positive results
– There is a significant reduction in arrivals at present and return rates in April continued as before
– The EU would support Lebanon’s armed forces with equipment and training for border management.
The European Union unveiled a €1 billion economic aid package for Lebanon in exchange for the country slowing migration flows, especially amid a sharp rise in Syrian refugees headed to Cyprus and Italy.
President Nikos Christodoulides and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Lebanon for a joint visit on the migration crisis. The main objective of the visit is to provide political and economic support to Lebanon from the EU, discuss challenges facing the country, and promote stability and prosperity through necessary reforms. The EU will present an Economic Support Package for Lebanon during the visit.
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Hundreds of students in Lebanon gathered at university campuses to protest against Israel in the country’s first coordinated university protests over Gaza. Participants were inspired by sit-ins in the United States and demanded their universities boycott companies doing business in Israel.
Fact: The body of 24-year-old Anisur Rahman was being repatriated to his native Bangladesh.
France’s foreign minister is visiting Lebanon to prevent further escalation and potential war between Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah. France has proposed Hezbollah pull back 10 km from the Israeli border and Israel halt strikes in southern Lebanon. The proposal has not moved forward, but France wants to keep momentum in talks. Hezbollah will not discuss until there is a ceasefire in Gaza, while Israel wants calm on its northern border. Lebanon believes the French initiative could bring peace and security to the region.