Revitalizing Beirut’s Culture and Creativity through the BERYT Project Following the devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion, UNESCO has been at the forefront of efforts to safeguard Lebanon’s heritage, restore educational facilities and revitalize the cultural and creative industries. Culture is at the heart of UNESCO’s mandate, and in times of crisis, it is also a driver of resilience, identity and economic recovery because by protecting culture we protect community. The Beirut Housing Rehabili

Security camera video captured the moment an Israeli air attack hit the town of Ansariyeh, southern Lebanon. Additional video shows damage to the site, where excavation equipment was being stored. | Al Jazeera English