The Lebanese government approved a U.S. plan to disarm Hezbollah, the group whose military wing was recognized by previous governments as a parallel security structure to Lebanon’s armed forces. The agreement calls for Hezbollah’s...

The killing of a top Hamas leader shook a Middle East already ten months into a brutal war. It has also galvanized Palestinian populations beyond Gaza and the West Bank, especially in Lebanon, long home to both political and armed groups...

It has been nearly three weeks since an enormous explosion at Beirut’s port tore through the city. With Lebanon already suffering from food scarcity, economic collapse and the coronavirus pandemic, the blast turned a grim situation to...

It has been one week since an earth-shattering explosion ripped through Beirut, killing at least 220 and injuring thousands more. Since then, Lebanese have experienced sadness, rage and recrimination, with many blaming the blast on...

New York City is known for the stunning variety of ethnic cuisines available on its street corners, and one local entrepreneur is looking to expand that breadth even further -- by leveraging the city's most recent arrivals. William...

In Lebanon there is one gunshot a year that isn’t part of a scene of routine violence: The opening sound of the Beirut International Marathon. In a moving talk, marathon founder May El-Khalil explains why she believed a 26.2-mile running...

The destruction of war doesn't stop when the fighting is over. Photographer and TED Fellow Laura Boushnak shares a powerful photo essay about the survivors of cluster bombs, people who encountered these deadly submunitions years after...

When Lebanon was rocked by a massive explosion at the port of Beirut, filmmaker Mounia Akl came face-to-face with chaos -- and the power of art to create some sense of order. In this poetic, moving talk, Akl shares the story of how she...

Iranian-American comedian Maz Jobrani takes to the TEDxSummit stage in Doha, Qatar to take on serious issues in the Middle East -- like how many kisses to give when saying “Hi,” and what not to say on an American airplane.

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This video is a fun and engaging way for children to learn about countries around the world while practicing the alphabet. Through a fast-paced and interactive quiz format,...

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In this video, children are introduced to the country of Lebanon through its flag and location in Asia. The simple and engaging presentation highlights key visual elements such...

In a moment of hope amidst the conflict, Israeli singer Haya Samir returned to her home in the northern town of Shtula to rescue some of her beloved cats. The Israeli army had urged residents to evacuate due to heightened crossfire along...

Irish soldiers about to be deployed to a peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon have said they are not afraid as they prepare to travel to a region of high tensions.Violence between Israel and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon has flared...

Following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the vital sea port of Odessa has been unable to function properly. Without it Ukraine, known as the breadbasket of Europe, has been unable to export its grain, a problem that the UN could see push...

Lebanon was once known as the Paris of the Middle East, but is now in the grip of one of the worst economic collapses in modern history, according to the World Bank. The global body has blasted the country’s ruling class for...

Discover the stunning Jeita Grotto, Lebanon's hidden gem, and the Spéléo Club's ongoing exploration.

The popular Lebanese band, Mashou' Leila has faced harsh criticism and threats of violence because the lead singer of the band, Hamed Sinno, is openly queer. In this video, Sinno and Haig Papazian discuss some of the threats they have...

Sarah Hegazi drew international attention when she unveiled a gay pride flag at a Mashrou' Leila concert in Egypt in 2017. Hear from one of her closest friends about the lead up to and aftermath of this event and watch some of the...

The Lebanese band Mashrou' Leila, has long been celebrated and condemned for being unabashedly queer and influencing discussions about queer representation in the Middle East. This video features members of the band and Tarek Ziedan, the...

Discover the stunning Jeita Grotto, Lebanon's hidden gem, and the Spéléo Club's ongoing exploration.

Lebanese cuisine is a vibrant fusion of flavors and influences from various cultures, making it one of the most popular cuisines in the Middle East. With a focus on fresh herbs, spices, and olive oil, Lebanese food offers a diverse range...

In this video, viewers will learn how to bake Safouf, a Lebanese cake-like dessert that is not too sweet and can be served with coffee, tea, or milk. The recipe also includes instructions for making a Lebanese-style rice pudding. With...

In this video, the viewer is taught how to make kibbe, a traditional Levantine dish. The recipe includes step-by-step instructions on preparing the meat, soaking the cracked wheat, making the stuffing, assembling the kibbe, and baking it...

Lebanese cuisine offers a wonderful variety of flavors and dishes, influenced by the local climate and abundant water supply. From the famous hummus made with chickpeas to the use of herbs like parsley and mint, Lebanese food is known...