The embattled former auto titan Carlos Ghosn has left Japan for Lebanon to escape what he called a "rigged Japanese justice system." Ghosn's sudden departure […]
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Lebanon’s business leaders declare tax strike
As Lebanon's economy dips during ongoing strikes against corruption, a tax strike is now imposed by many Lebanese business leaders. CNN's Ben Wedeman reports. #CNN […]
Continue readingThousands in Lebanon protests march against corruption and tax hikes
The Lebanese government has agreed on reforms to help ease the country's financial crisis, scrapping the proposal to tax WhatsApp calls that sparked nationwide protests. […]
Continue readingHezbollah vows response to alleged Israeli airstrike in Syria
The leader of Hezbollah, Hassah Nasrallah, has vowed retaliation for Israeli-claimed airstrikes on a target near Damascus, Syria. The Israeli military said those strikes foiled […]
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