Lebanon
Hezbollah could become more assertive in Lebanon
A military excursion against narcotic gangs by the Shia grouping has provoked anger among Sunni politicians
LebanonLebanese-Israeli maritime row could deepen
Beirut and Tel Aviv have each taken steps to assert sovereignty over an area with offshore petroleum potential
LebanonIsrael-Syria clash could raise risks for Lebanon
Israeli strikes against Hezbollah have provoked Syrian retaliation
IsraelNew appointments secure Lebanese army’s neutrality
The government has belatedly agreed on key military and security appointments
LebanonIslamists may flourish in Lebanon’s refugee camps
After one failed ceasefire in an overcrowded Palestinian camp, a second seems to be holding
LebanonLebanon’s belated budget will face political hurdles
Politicians are trying to finalise the first new budget for twelve years
LebanonReturning Gulf tourists will boost Lebanon’s economy
Riyadh is mending ties with the new government in Beirut
LebanonLebanese central bank stability will be vital
An IMF report identifies significant economic vulnerabilities
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