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Lebanon elections deal blow to Hezbollah, but threats remain

World News // 1 year ago

Lebanon elections deal blow to Hezbollah, but threats remain

Lebanon's first post-collapse parliamentary elections, which trimmed Hezbollah's influence after its allies lost seats to opposition and reformist candidates, have opened a window of hope, but threats remain.

Ex-PM Hariri's decision to leave politics sows confusion, fear in Lebanon

World News // 2 years ago

Ex-PM Hariri's decision to leave politics sows confusion, fear in Lebanon

The decision by Sunni leader and ex-Prime Minister Saad Hariri to leave politics has confused Lebanon's political scene, increased fears of Sunni extremism and stripped Hezbollah of a "Sunni cover."

Hezbollah faces rising dissent, efforts to end Iran's 'occupation' of Lebanon

World News // 2 years ago

Hezbollah faces rising dissent, efforts to end Iran's 'occupation' of Lebanon

Lebanon's financial collapse, which has pushed many into poverty, has also seen growing anger against Hezbollah, with more voices openly blaming it for the ongoing crisis and for its allegiance to Iran.

Lebanon's healthcare system in 'precarious situation,' health minister warns

World News // 2 years ago

Lebanon's healthcare system in 'precarious situation,' health minister warns

Lebanon needs new sources of financing to keep providing healthcare for a population facing shortages of medications, skyrocketing hospital costs and an exodus of doctors and nurses, Health Minister Firas Abiad said.

Deadly Beirut clashes fuel fears of security collapse

World News // 2 years ago

Deadly Beirut clashes fuel fears of security collapse

Deadly clashes that erupted Thursday during a protest organized by Hezbollah and its Shiite ally to demand the removal of the judge investigating last year's Beirut port explosion were a painful reminder of civil war.

In Lebanon, a fresh effort begins to combat political murders

World News // 2 years ago

In Lebanon, a fresh effort begins to combat political murders

Lebanon has suffered decades of political assassinations that remained largely unsolved or unpunished, but the family of Lokman Slim, a Hezbollah critic shot to death, is not willing to accept a legacy of impunity.

Lebanon's vaccination drive slowed by limited supply, hesitancy

World News // 2 years ago

Lebanon's vaccination drive slowed by limited supply, hesitancy

A COVID-19 vaccine shortage, vaccine hesitancy, concerns about the AstraZeneca-Oxford shot and limited registration by foreigners have slowed Lebanon's vaccination drive more than two months after it was launched.

Riots, activist's slaying push Lebanon toward 'security chaos'

World News // 3 years ago

Riots, activist's slaying push Lebanon toward 'security chaos'

The slaying of an anti-Hezbollah Shiite political activist in southern Lebanon and recent violent unrest in Tripoli have increased fears the country is slipping into "security chaos."

With ICUs full, Lebanon tightens COVID-19 lockdown

World News // 3 years ago

With ICUs full, Lebanon tightens COVID-19 lockdown

Lebanon, which entered a 25-day lockdown last week, tightened its measures to slow a dangerous surge in COVID-19 cases and ease pressure on hospitals whose intensive care units have reached full capacity.

Lebanon battles COVID-19 surge with new lockdown

World News // 3 years ago

Lebanon battles COVID-19 surge with new lockdown

Lebanon's government is fighting a surge of COVID-19 cases amid a shortage of medical staff and equipment with a new two-week lockdown. But many people, desperate to earn money for food, are not staying home.

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I believe this is the last statement that I can make
Syria Interior minister commits suicide Oct 12, 2005

It is an important step on the way to achieving justice and uncovering the truth about the ugly crime
Countdown for Hariri truth started Aug 30, 2005

We are awaiting the final report which we hope will unveil the truth about who planned, executed and facilitated the crime against Lebanon and its people
Hariri's son hopes truth will be out soon Aug 26, 2005

Hezbollah will be the first to confront Syria and the Lebanese authorities
Hezbollah for Arab probe of Hariri slaying Mar 17, 2005

We will not anticipate and throw accusations here and there, but we will wait for the results of the international investigation
Hariri's son avoids making accusations Feb 25, 2005

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Rafic Baha El Deen Al-Hariri (November 1, 1944 – February 14, 2005, Arabic: رفيق بهاء الدين الحريري‎), was a business tycoon and the Prime Minister of Lebanon from 1992 to 1998 and again from 2000 until his resignation, 20 October 2004.

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