Emirati conglomerate Al Habtoor Group abandons Lebanese TV channel launch due to security threats.

Emirati conglomerate Al Habtoor Group has dropped plans to launch a Lebanese TV channel due to alleged physical threats against its founder and chairman, Khalaf Al Habtoor, and staff members. The Dubai-based group cited "severe security challenges" and lodged criminal and civil complaints against those responsible. The TV channel aimed to broadcast cultural, social, and sporting programs.