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lebanese
Report: E.U. close to branding Hezbollah military wing a terrorist group
A senior EU official said the union is moving closer to declaring the military wing of the Lebanese political party Hezbollah a terrorist organization.
Hezbollah denies involvement in Burgas attack
Hezbollah denied it was involved in a terrorist attack in Bulgaria that killed six, including five Israelis.
Lebanese judo team refuses to practice next to Israelis at Olympics training facility
The Lebanese judo team at the 2012 London Olympics refused to practice next to the Israeli team.
Thai authorities arrest Lebanese man on Israeli tip
Thai authorities working with Israel arrested a Lebanese man alleged to have plotted a bombing attack.
Israel files complaint with U.N. over border infiltrations
Israel filed a complaint with the United Nations Security Council against Syria and Lebanon over the breach of its border by protesters.
Hezbollah candidate to form new Lebanese government
The choice of Hezbollah\’s candidate for prime minister has led to protests in Lebanon. Najib Miqati, a billionaire and former prime minister, will set about forming a government after being chosen by Hezbollah and its allies, reportedly backed by Iran and Syria. Miqati won 68 seats in Lebanon’s 128-member Parliament. He succeeds Saad Hariri, whose government was backed by the United States and France. Hariri\’s father, Rafik, was assassinated in 2005 while holding the same position. Saad Hariri was removed as prime minister after Hezbollah and its allies withdrew from his government. He said he will lead the opposition against the new government.
Chipping Away at Israel Support Endangers U.S.
Is this simply Israel\’s war to win or lose?