Lebanon
Lebanon’s New Leaders
Lebanon is at a political crossroads following the election of Joseph Aoun as president and Nawaf Salam as prime minister, heralded as reformist leaders in a corrupt sectarian system.
Doomed to Hope
Lebanon’s Shiite community is contending with the collapse of Hezbollah’s ally Bashar al-Assad. While many are apprehensive, some are celebrating the changes in Syria — and are ready to hope.
Lebanon’s Heritage Is Disappearing Under Israel’s Bombardment
Israel’s bombing of Lebanon has killed thousands and is doing significant damage to the heritage of a land rich in history. As smaller sites of historical and archaeological interest disappear, experts and locals wait with bated breath to see what becomes of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites at Tyre and Baalbek.
Israel Killed Nasrallah. Lebanon Will Burn Because of It
The death of Hassan Nasrallah may be ushering in an era of chaos for Lebanon as Hezbollah’s spell over the country weakens. A Lebanese Shiite writer grapples with the implications.
Leaving a Life in Lebanon
As war clouds gathered in October 2023, a New Lines editor watched with mounting concern for the country — and his family's safety. He recalls the events that prompted him to leave his home of 11 years, which is now in the throes of deadly conflict.
Sectarianism in the Shadow of Israel’s War on Lebanon
In 2024, the first major war in Lebanon since 2006 is reawakening old prejudices among many, but also testing the ideals of a new generation that came together in opposition to the ruling elites governing the country in 2019, in the biggest anti-government protests in the country’s modern history.
A Changing of the Guard at Lebanon’s Southern Border
Both Lebanon and Israel should see merit in a revived and revised armistice. Each side should endeavor to make sure the current crisis does not go to waste. But surely the crisis itself — especially its horrific effects on civilians — must soon begin to wind down. Otherwise, there will be no support for any government seeking civilized alternatives to unspeakable civilian suffering.