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Lebanon's caretaker minister of energy and water, Walid Fayad, paid tribute in a statement to the three employees of the South Lebanon Water Authority who were killed in Israeli strikes on Nabatieh and Sour.
L'Orient-Le Jour is a prominent French-language daily newspaper in Lebanon, tracing its roots back to the merger of two prestigious publications, L'Orient and Le Jour, in 1971. As the sole French-language daily in the country, it serves as a beacon of Francophonie and a platform for independent, high-quality journalism for French-speaking audiences with ties to Lebanon and the Middle East.
The newspaper has a rich history of providing a voice to esteemed thinkers, columnists, writers, and journalists in modern Lebanon. It upholds the values of democracy, pluralism, openness, and intercultural and interreligious dialogue, offering a unique and professional perspective on Lebanese affairs and their regional implications.
L'Orient-Le Jour covers a wide range of topics, including government and politics, world affairs, crime, finance and economy, and business and industry. Its reporting encompasses evolving stories, government announcements, breaking news, legal and policy developments, and data-driven analysis.
In addition to its print edition, L'Orient-Le Jour maintains a strong digital presence through its website, lorientlejour.com, and mobile applications, providing continuous updates on Lebanese and Middle Eastern news.
The newspaper is also the principal shareholder of Le Commerce du Levant, a renowned monthly economic publication that serves as a reference for business and finance in Lebanon and the region.
