Lebanon’s Shiites BeginTo Question Hezbollah

Following the funerals of Hezbollah fighters killed in Syria while fighting for the regime of President Bashar al-Assad, some Lebanese Shiites are questioning their exact role in the conflict, writes Elie Hajj.

Lebanon

The Reasons Behind Hezbollah’s Decision to Fight in Syria

Despite the natural alliance between Shiites in Lebanon and the Syrian regime, some Lebanese are reconsidering the merits of sending their young men to die in Syria, writes an Al-Monitor correspondent in Beirut.

Lebanon

Is Hezbollah ExaggeratingJabhat al-Nusra’s Strength?

According to a Lebanese politician once close to Hezbollah, the organization is exaggerating Jabhat al-Nusra’s size to scare Lebanese Shiites into continuing to support the party, writes Elie Hajj.

Lebanon

Syria Civil War Causes Return Of Saudi Influence to Lebanon

Since the beginning of the Syrian civil war, there has been a resurgence in Saudi Arabian influence in Lebanon, as the desert kingdom attempts to fill the vacuum left by Syria, Nasser Chararah writes.

Saudi Arabia

US, Russia Diplomatic Cold War in Beirut

As the Syrian civil war continues to encroach on life in Lebanon, the US and Russian ambassadors have been playing an intriguing diplomatic game, competing in support for their Lebanese allies and currying favor with politicians, writes Jean Aziz.

Lebanon

Hamas, Hezbollah Take Opposite Sides in Syria

Hamas and Hezbollah leaders find themselves on opposite sides of the war in Syria, writes Shlomi Eldar. 

Palestine

Al-Qaeda Seen Expanding Influence in Lebanon

Salafist and jihadist groups, including those affiliated with al-Qaeda, appear to be deepening their roots within Lebanon, writes Nasser Chararah.

Lebanon

Tammam Salam Likely March 14 Candidate for Lebanese Premier

Tammam Salam, a parliamentary representative from Beirut and a member of the March 14 coalition, looks to be a likely candidate for prime minister of Lebanon, Elie Hajj writes.

Lebanon

Lebanon's 'Fuel War' Linked To Syrian Conflict

Opponents of the Syrian government in Lebanon are blocking transportation of diesel into Syria, reports Nasser Chararah.

Lebanon

Is a Pan-Arab Reform Possible?

Nassif Hitti asks, “Will the Arab League be able to take the road of pan-Arab economic cooperation, institutional reform and modernization?”

Lebanon

Lessons From Land Day

According to Clovis Maksoud, Land Day should remind leaders and the Arab Summit to stress Palestinians' human rights and unity.

Palestine

Parliament Speaker Key to Lebanese Electoral Law

Lebanese Speaker Nabih Berri remains a critical player in Lebanese politics, including whether there will be passage of an electoral law, writes Elie Hajj.

Lebanon