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Lebanon marks 20th anniversary of Rafik Hariri's assassination amid political shifts

Thousands of supporters have gathered in downtown Beirut to mark the 20th anniversary of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri’s assassination

The Independent UK

How has the Saudi-Iran divide affected the Middle East?

The two leading regional powers have been at odds for years, backing opposite sides in proxy wars.

Al Jazeera

Saad Hariri Commemorates Father’s Assassination, Surrounded by Thousands of Supporters

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Saad Hariri commemorated on Tuesday the eighteenth anniversary of the assassination of his father, late Prime Minister Rafik Hariri, refraining from giving a speech before thousands of supporters, so as not to give the occasion a political dimension. Hariri, who landed on Sunday evening in Beirut…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Factbox-What is the make-up of Lebanon's new parliament?

Lebanon's next parliament will feature fragmented blocs including a smaller share of seats for Hezbollah and its allies, a more empowered pro-Saudi party and a surprise showing for reform-minded first-time MPs.

Reuters

Lebanon election: Major changes not expected as voting concludes

Voter participation was expected to be higher on Sunday following an increase in diaspora voting last week.

Al Jazeera

Lebanon is desperate for change but Sunday’s election is unlikely to help

Scarred by crisis after crisis, the Lebanese go to the polls with no end in sight to the political paralysis

The Independent UK

Overseas Lebanese vote in key poll with high stakes for crises-hit country

Lebanese expats cast their ballots in France and dozens of other countries on Sunday in early voting for the May 15 parliamentary elections. Their numbers have swelled due to the economic crisis and calls for change have multiplied. But can the confessional system, entrenched political interests and opposition divides bring…

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A rival sits out Lebanon's election. Now Hezbollah could fill the void

The stakes are high in Lebanon's election. The heavily armed Hezbollah movement has seen one of its main rivals descend into disarray, handing it an opportunity to cement power over a divided country that's sinking into poverty.

Reuters

Lebanese in 48 countries voting in parliamentary elections

Thousands of Lebanese living in nearly 50 countries began early voting in the country’s closely watched parliamentary elections, days after a similar vote was held in 10 predominantly Muslim nations

The Independent UK

Siniora to Asharq Al-Awsat: Boycott of Parliamentary Elections Hands Lebanon over to Hezbollah

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora is racing against time to persuade Sunnis to take part in the upcoming parliamentary elections, which kicked off with expatriate voting on Friday.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Hariri’s absence leaves Sunni voters unsure ahead of Lebanon poll

Experts say Saad Hariri’s absence from upcoming Lebanese election created a ‘political void’ for the Sunni community.

Al Jazeera

Lebanese opposition election candidates face threats and attacks

Opposition candidates in the upcoming election accuse supporters of traditional parties of disrupting their campaigns.

Al Jazeera

Lebanese Forces, Mustaqbal Say Charge Against Geagea Is Politically Motivated

Political parties have rejected the accusation against Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea, who was charged with "stoking strife" during the Tayyouneh clashes in October 2021. The LF and the Mustaqbal Movement condemned on Friday the decision by the Military Court in Beirut to charge Geagea with attempted murder and inciting…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon PM Mikati Says He Will Not Run in May Parliamentary Election

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati said on Monday he would not seek re-election in a parliamentary election scheduled for May 15. The statement, made in a television address, throws Sunni politics in Lebanon into deeper disarray two months from a vote seen as important for reinvigorating public life in Lebanon…

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Lebanon: Alloush Is First to Resign From Al-Mustaqbal Movement Following Hariri’s Withdrawal

Former Lebanese MP Mustafa Alloush submitted his resignation from Al-Mustaqbal Movement without confirming his intention to run for the upcoming parliamentary elections in May. His move came in the wake of former Prime Minister Saad Hariri’s decision to suspend his political work. The former premier, who announced his withdrawal from…

The Independent UK

Hariri brother joins Lebanese political fray ahead of vote

Former Prime Minister Saad Hariri’s older brother says he hopes upcoming elections in crisis-hit Lebanon will bring about a new generation of leaders

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon Holds Muted Hariri Assassination Commemoration

In contrast to previous years, Lebanon held a muted commemoration of the anniversary of the assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik al-Hariri. His son and former PM Saad Hariri, several political figures, officials and Mustaqbal supporters converged on the late premier's grave in downtown Beirut to commemorate him. Commemorations in…

Al Jazeera

Lebanon: Politicians mobilise in Sunni districts after Hariri

Analysts say there is a ‘political void’ in the country’s Sunni community after former PM Saad Hariri suspended career.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon's Mikati, Grand Mufti Call for 'Positive' Reply to Gulf Initiative

Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and former PM Fuad Saniora announced on Friday that they will not call for a Sunni boycott of the upcoming parliamentary elections, days after former Premier Saad Hariri said he was suspending his political career. Mikati met on Friday with Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdullaltif al-Derian…

Reuters

Analysis-Lebanon slips further into Iran's orbit as Hariri bows out

A decision by Sunni Muslim leader Saad al-Hariri to step away from Lebanese politics opens the way for Shi'ite Hezbollah to extend its already deep sway over the country, rendering it ever more a bastion of Iranian influence on the Mediterranean.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Impact of Hariri's Stepping Back from Lebanon's Political Life Will Be Felt by Allies, Rivals Alike

Head of Lebanon's Mustaqbal movement former Prime Minister Saad Hariri announced on Monday that he was suspending political work, upending the political scene in a country that is gripped by one of the most severe economic crises in the past 150 years. Before debating over who will fill in the…

The Independent UK

Lebanon’s former PM Saad Hariri quits politics and won’t run in polls

Mr Hariri’s decision to not take part in upcoming parliamentary elections could derail the vote

Asharq Al-Awsat

Lebanon’s Hariri Steps Away from Politics, Upending Election Landscape

Lebanese Sunni leader Saad al-Hariri said on Monday he was stepping back from political life and would not run in the parliamentary election, turning Lebanon's sectarian politics on its head as the country grapples with a financial crisis. Hariri, three times prime minister, also called on his party not to…

France 24

Lebanon’s ex-PM Saad Hariri suspends role in politics, won't run in election

Lebanon's leading Sunni Muslim politician Saad al-Hariri said on Monday he was suspending his role in political life and would not run in a forthcoming parliamentary election, a bombshell announcement during a national financial collapse.

Al Jazeera

Lebanon’s former PM Saad Hariri suspends political career

Former Lebanese Prime Minister announces he will not run run in upcoming parliamentary elections.

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