Lebanon Election

Lebanon's Prime Minister-Designate Saad Hariri Steps Down

The Guardian | Hugh Macleod in Beirut | Posted 05.25.2011

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Lebanon entered a new chapter of political uncertainty today as prime minister-designate Sa'ad Hariri stepped down after the Hezbollah-led opposition ...

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The Ultimate Divide

Wael Nawara | Posted 05.25.2011

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The recent events in Iran, Pakistan, Lebanon and even inside the United States, show that we are experiencing a deep divide in our world.

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Saudi Arabia's Regional Clout Returns

Wall Street Journal | Posted 05.25.2011

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With the weekend election victory of its political allies in Lebanon, Saudi Arabia's traditional clout over Middle East politics appears to be on the ...

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Fear Of Iran, Obama's Words Helped Pro-Western Coalition Win In Lebanon

AP | SAM F. GHATTAS,Associated Press Writer | Posted 05.25.2011

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BEIRUT Fears of a hard-line Iran helped swing Christian voters from the militant Shiite group Hezbollah and deliver election victory to a pro-Western ...

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The Struggle for Muslim Minds in Lebanon

Eric L. Lewis | Posted 05.25.2011

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The defeat of Hezbollah not only gives hope for moderation in the region, it also prevents a critical beachhead for an Iranian push for power within the Islamic world generally.

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"Obama Effect" On Lebanese Election Touted By Some, Doubted By Others

Huffington Post | Stuart Whatley | Posted 05.25.2011

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The results in Lebanon's parliamentary elections Sunday come as somewhat of a surprise to observers and participants alike who expected Hezbollah's Ma...

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Don't Dismiss Obama's Role in Lebanese Elections

Max Bergmann | Posted 05.25.2011

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Obama's efforts beginning with his inaugural address and continued with his overtures to Iran may not be revolutionary, but they have changed the climate of American engagement with the region.

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The Obama Effect in Iran and Lebanon - Role Model Instead of Straw Man

Paul Brandeis Raushenbush | Posted 05.25.2011

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As the Vienna Philharmonic finished its annual outdoor program at the Schonbrunn Castle, the guest conductor Daniel Barenboim exclaimed to the 50,000 ...

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Lebanon Election: Last-Minute Campaigning Indicates A Tight Race

Huffington Post | Posted 05.25.2011

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Lebanon's much anticipated parliamentary elections will be held June 7, and the closeness of the race is revealed in the lengths vying parties are goi...

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Lebanon Election: Hezbollah's Predicted Success Raises Questions For Foreign Policy (AUDIO)

Worldfocus | Posted 05.25.2011

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Lebanon will head to the polls on June 7 in an election that could alter the political fabric of the country, with Hezbollah and its allies poise...

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Lebanon Election: Hezbollah-Backed Movement Expects Increased Gains

Huffington Post | Stuart Whatley | Posted 05.25.2011

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The high stakes in Lebanon's upcoming June 7 parliamentary elections -- which will see the Western-backed March 14 coalition and the Hezbollah-backed ...

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Biden In Lebanon: Hezbollah Says Visit Interferes With Election

AP | SAM F. GHATTAS | Posted 05.25.2011

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BEIRUT — Vice President Joe Biden said Friday that future U.S. aid to Lebanon depends on the outcome of upcoming elections, a warning aimed at I...

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Lebanon Election: Money From Abroad Floods In To Buy Votes

nytimes.com | ROBERT F. WORTH | Posted 05.25.2011

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BEIRUT, Lebanon -- It is election season in Lebanon, and Hussein H., a jobless 24-year-old from south Beirut, is looking forward to selling his vote t...

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