House Speaker, Nabih Berri, on Wednesday welcomed Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, at the second presidential palace in Ain el-Tineh. The meeting focused on the political and field developments following the recent Israeli pager attack on Lebanon, which resulted in 12 fatalities and over 2,800 injuries. After the meeting, Prime Minister Mikati commented briefly, stating, "In these circumstances, it is natural for me to consult with Speaker Nabih Berri about the current situation. We discussed and reviewed all matters." Source: National news agency - Lebanon
EU Appoints Ilze Brands Kehris as New Special Representative for Human Rights
October 20, 2026
Brussels:The Council of the European Union has appointed Ilze Brands Kehris, a Latvian national, as the new EU Special Representative