Lebanon
Those who decide to stay are advised to make contingency plans for emergency situations amid the intensifying Israel-Hamas war.
An Israeli shell landed in a gathering of international journalists covering clashes on the border in south Lebanon, killing a Reuters videographer and injuring six others.
Even though the deal still faces some obstacles, it's a rare agreement between two countries that are bitter enemies.
The blast near the Syrian border is the latest tragedy to hit the country currently in the throes of a devastating political and economic crisis.
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Ali Akbar Mohtashamipour, who survived a book bombing reportedly carried out by Israel, died at the age of 74.
A look back at the year’s most notable events, from wildfires in Australia, racial justice protests in the United States and a pandemic around the world.
The Lebanese army said the fire is at a warehouse that stores oil and tires.
Frustration is high, with the state almost nowhere to be seen and promised international help slow in coming.
Mustapha Adib was named before French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Beirut to push for reforms as the country faces several threats to its stability.
The FBI will assist with an investigation into the massive blast in Beirut that killed more than 170 people.