The government issued an order revoking the previous constitution of the state Waqf Board due to prolonged non-functioning following a court stay. The action was prompted by litigation over the election of a board member and aimed at preventing an administrative vacuum.

President-elect Donald Trump has named Kash Patel as the next Director of the FBI, citing his experience as a lawyer and investigator committed to justice and transparency. Despite some Republican opposition and criticisms of being overly loyal to Trump, Patel is recognized for his efforts in exposing corruption and the alleged ‘Russia Hoax.’

On November 30, thousands gathered in Beirut’s suburbs to honor slain Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah. The memorial was held at the site of his death during an Israeli strike in September. Beams of light illuminated the night as attendees listened to his past speeches, wept, and held pictures of him. The event followed a US-France-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. n18oc_world n18oc_crux