Lebanon

Lebanon attack: Islamic State claims responsibility

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for an attack in north Lebanon in June, which…

By Funmilayo Ayanwusi
Human Trafficking Survivor: “When I Woke Up, I Realized My Kidney Was Gone”

When I woke up, I realized my kidney had been stolen, human trafficking survivors recount ordeal

Immediately after she graduated from university, Fatou Badjie, 23, was approached by a close…

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MEET FATIMA OTHMAN! The 52-year-old street beggar who died leaving millions in her bank account

A disabled beggar, Fatima Othman, who lived on handouts in Lebanon has died a millionaire. Police…

By wuzupnigeria
Participants, demanding the abolishment of article 522 of Lebanon's Penal code, take part in the 14th annual Beirut Marathon on November 13, 2016 in the Lebanese capital. Article 522 of Lebanon’s Penal Code stops prosecution or execution of any penalty when the perpetrator of a rape, kidnapping, or statutory rape marries the person he has raped or kidnapped. / AFP PHOTO / ANWAR AMRO

Lebanon scraps law that lets rapists go free

Lebanon on Wednesday abolished a law that allows rapists to escape punishment for their…

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