McDonald's has unveiled a new location at Le Mall Dbayeh, marking continued expansion of its operations throughout the country.

Sanger Australia has begun distribution of Australian beef products to Lebanese consumers and retailers.

Some consumers have adopted vegetarian diets for health or ethical reasons, but an increasing number are reducing meat consumption due to persistent price increases in the local market.

Samir Masri, secretary of the Syndicate of Importers of Frozen Meats, Fish and Vegetables, has refuted claims regarding substandard meat imports, providing reassurance about market quality standards.

Industry representatives addressed ongoing discussions about imported meat quality, with syndicate officials emphasizing adherence to safety protocols and import regulations.

Health authorities in Beirut announced the identification of three confirmed cases of the H1N1 flu virus, marking the first instances detected in Lebanon.