Lebanon's Uncertain Future Amidst Conflict and Political Tensions
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Lebanon is caught in a proxy war between Israel and Iran, with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu urging Lebanese citizens to oppose Hezbollah, while Iran supports the group. The conflict has exacerbated Lebanon's political and economic crises, displacing over a million people and deepening sectarian divides. Despite Hezbollah's weakened state, it remains influential, complicating efforts for national dialogue and reform. International pressure is needed to end the conflict and support Lebanon's recovery, but proposed cease-fire terms threaten Lebanese sovereignty and could reinforce Hezbollah's resistance narrative.
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