Critics denounced Mashrou’ Leila, and a festival canceled an upcoming concert by the group, raising concerns about freedom of expression in the relatively moderate, multi-sectarian country.
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An American Aimed to See Every Country in the World. Then He Hit Syria.
Sam Goodwin, 30, had visited 183 countries before he was detained in Syria. After being held for two months, he was reunited with his family.
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Hezbollah Officials Accused of Supporting Iran
The sanctions were the first to directly target members of Lebanon’s Parliament and underscored the White House’s intention to ratchet up pressure on Iran by punishing groups tied to its government.
Lebanese Man Freed by Iran Says He Shared Cell Space with American
The freed man, Nizar Zakka, who has lived in the United States for most of his life, said he and other foreign prisoners are political pawns.
Iran Releases U.S. Resident Charged With Spying
Nizar Zakka, arrested in 2015 and convicted of spying for the United States, was released to Lebanese authorities.
Israel Presses the Case Against Iran, but Not for War
Israel has quietly played an instrumental role in the escalating tensions in the Middle East. But analysts say it wants to pressure Iran, not start a war.
Lebanon Dispatch: Basketball Is ‘War, Minus the Shooting’ in Sectarian Lebanon
The professional basketball season resembles an election campaign, with party colors adorning team jerseys and banners of political patrons hanging in stadiums. Then there are the insults and riots.
International Herald Tribune: 1969: Lebanon Declares State of Emergency After Riots
At least 10 antigovernment protesters supporting the Arab guerrilla movement were killed in clashes with the security forces.
Iran’s Allies Feel the Pain of American Sanctions
Iran’s financial crisis, worsened by American sanctions, has taken a toll on its allied Syrian militias and Hezbollah, who are showing signs of financial strain.
Pompeo Denounces Hezbollah in Lebanon, With an Israeli Audience in Mind
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo’s attack on Hezbollah is expected to give a boost to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel.