Two government leaders delayed the time change so Muslims would not have to break their daytime fast an hour later during Ramadan. But after a firestorm ensued, they backtracked.
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After Lebanon’s Collapse, Can an Election Fix the Country?
On Sunday, Lebanese voters got their first chance to pass judgment on lawmakers since the economy fell apart. Few expect things to improve.
Lebanon and Israel, Officially Enemies, Agree to Talks on Sea Border
The negotiations will be their first on nonsecurity issues in three decades but officials do not expect them to lead to peace talks.
Lebanon Roiled by Second Day of Protests as Frustration Over Chronic Corruption Boils Over
Demonstrators massed outside the government palace in downtown Beirut, blocked the airport road and burned posters of politicians.
A League of Their Own, as Few Arab Leaders Attend Summit
The red carpet was there as the Arab League held its fourth economic and social summit. But it was trod upon by only the smallest of feet.