Tag: lebanon
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U.S. threatens Lebanese politicians with sanctions
After months of political deadlock in Lebanon, U.S. undersecretary of state for political affairs David Hale warned Lebanese officials that U.S. and its allies might impose sanctions against them if progress is not made setting up the new government. Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri was named to the post in October, but he has been unable…
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Lebanon claims another stretch of area with Israel
The dispute between Israel and Lebanon over maritime territory in order to gain access to oil and natural gas deposits just expanded. Both nations are claiming the same 330 square miles. This new decree by Lebanon would give the country another 550 square miles that Israel also claims. The Associated Press has the story: Lebanon…
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New details from attempts to release Syrian hostage
New details are emerging about failed U.S. efforts under the Trump administration to negotiate the release of journalist Austin Tice, who has been held captive by the Syrian government since 2012. The Biden administration seems to be taking a similar approach toward Syria and its human rights abuses. The Associated Press has the story: Insiders…