Built a century ago by Ala's grandparents, her 97-year-old uncle Aziz still lives on the third floor of this grand sea-facing property that developers would love. Instead, it is now a public space.

In his current collection, Palestinian artist Taysir Batniji tries to depict the Gaza war with art that has almost entirely lost its form, in part because events since October 2023 go "beyond descript

Hezbollah's stronghold has been under relentless Israeli attack for weeks. On the ground, Al Majalla explains how Beirut's once diverse southern suburb evolved into a 'little Tehran' over time.

US academic Jonathan Gribetz asks why Palestinian nationalists in Lebanon set up a research centre on Zionism, why it was important, what fate had in store for it, and what lessons can be drawn

Music festivals are being cancelled in this country of contrasts, as the chance of full-blown war with Israel in the southern borderlands increases

Al Majalla delves into the troubled history of Rafic Hariri International Airport and how many times it came under fire from the 1960s until today

How the curtain finally came down on PLO presence in Lebanon

The PLO chairman now knows that he must leave Lebanon as his fighters are surrounded by the Israelis. The Syrian president is no friend, but agrees to take them in.

With an eye on the Lebanese presidency, the Phalange commander and sworn enemy of Syria sends secret messages of 'reassurance' to al-Assad. Meanwhile, Damascus refuses to host PLO fighters.

US envoy Phillip Habib proposes a plan to facilitate the PLO's exit from Beirut. Meanwhile, the Phalange party vows to end Lebanon's 'three occupations'.