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Lebanon leaders lash out at Syria after funeral 
AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 6:49 AM
Leaders of Lebanon's pro-Western governing coalition have lashed out at neighbouring Syria in fiery addresses to huge crowds gathered for the funeral of slain anti-Damascus minister Pierre Gemayel.Huge crowds gather for funeral of slain Lebanon minister AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 3:53 AM
The centre of Beirut was a sea of red and white flags as Lebanon put on a show of patriotism for the funeral of the latest outspoken opponent of neighbouring Syria to be assassinated.South Korea to send 400 troops to Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 3:46 AM
South Korea plans to send about 400 troops to Lebanon to take part in the multinational peacekeeping operation there.Lebanon slaying complicates U.S. hopes AP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 1:34 AM
President Bush called Lebanon's leader Wednesday to express his dismay at the assassination of a cabinet minister a slaying that heightened anxiety in the Mideast and complicated Bush's meeting in the region next week with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.Scores expected for slain Lebanon minister's funeral CNN.com - Nov 23 1:26 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- Supporters of a slain government minister called for a massive turnout at his funeral Thursday, which many feared could be the first in a round of demonstrations that could bring the political standoff into the volatile streets.Lebanon prepares to lay to rest slain minister AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 12:57 AM
Lebanon prepared to lay to rest its latest murdered politician with supporters of the beleaguered pro-Western government vowing to turn the funeral into a massive show of public outrage.Thousands in Lebanon honor Christian leader International Herald Tribune - Nov 23 4:44 AM
Tens of thousands of people poured into Lebanon's Martyrs Square on Thursday, transforming the funeral service of the slain government minister, Pierre Gemayel, into a political rally.Lebanon in 3 Days of Mourning for Pierre Gemayal Voice of America - Nov 23 4:32 PM
Lebanon is in the midst of three days of mourning for slain Lebanese politician Pierre Gemayel, whose assassination Tuesday could threaten the country's fragile democracy. The prominent politician was buried on Thursday.1st batch of Indonesian peacekeepers leaves for Lebanon Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Nov 23 6:23 PM
_ The first batch of Indonesian peacekeepers left for Lebanon on Thursday to monitor a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, a spokesman for the peacekeepers said Friday.Lebanon faces bleak outlook due to political uncertainty Khaleej Times - 1 hour, 20 minutes ago
DUBAI Recent deterioration in Lebanon's political environment following the resignation of six opposition ministers from the cabinet and the assassination of Pierre Gemayel, the Lebanese Industry Minister, has resulted in leading international rating agencies scaling down its sovereign ratings.Thousands mourn slain minister in Lebanon International Herald Tribune - Nov 22 6:44 PM
The first day of mourning for Pierre Gemayel, 34, was Lebanon's Independence Day, but celebrations were canceled. Left, family and friends mourn at Gemayel's family home in Bekfaya, Lebanon.Security Council to help Lebanon probe AP via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 7:29 PM
The Security Council gave quick approval late Wednesday to Lebanon's request for U.N. assistance in investigating the latest assassination of an anti-Syrian Cabinet minister.Moussa calls for national unity in Lebanon People's Daily - Nov 23 4:29 PM
Arab League Secretary-General Amr Moussa, who came here to offer condolences over the assassination of Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel, on Thursday underlined the importance of Lebanon's national unity.Lebanon in turmoil after minister's murder AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 12:37 PM
Lebanon was in turmoil as it began three days of mourning for an anti-Syrian minister gunned down in an attack that stoked fears the country may again be plunged into civil strife.Lebanon cancels Independence Day events AP via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 11:54 AM
Lebanon canceled Independence Day celebrations and people huddled around televisions to watch the live broadcast Wednesday of dignitaries paying last respects to a Christian politician whose assassination threatened to push the country's political crisis into wider violence.Lebanon mourns minister amid growing crisis CNN.com - Nov 22 11:12 AM
Crowds of people snaked through the streets of Pierre Gemayel's Christian hometown to mourn the Lebanese industry minister suspected by his supporters of being assassinated by those intent on weakening Lebanon's anti-Syrian government.News Analysis: From Lebanon, a ripple effect International Herald Tribune - Nov 22 3:45 PM
The assassination of Pierre Gemayel was felt not only in Lebanon, but also in capitals throughout the region and the West. Left, thousands of mourners paid their respects.Lebanon slaying complicates U-S Mideast hopes WLUC TV 6 - Nov 23 3:16 PM
WHITE HOUSE President Bush has called Lebanon's prime minister to express his dismay at the assassination of Lebanese cabinet minister Pierre Gemayel (jeh-MAY'-el).Anti-Syria Protests Erupt in Lebanon phillyburbs.com - Nov 23 5:49 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon - Allies of a slain Christian government minister turned his funeral into a powerful demonstration of anger against Syria on Thursday as hundreds of thousands jammed downtown Beirut to pay their respects.Massive farewell for slain Lebanon minister AFP via Yahoo! Asia News - Nov 23 6:43 AM
BEIRUT (AFP) - The centre of Beirut was a sea of red and white flags as Lebanon turned out in a show of force for the funeral of anti-Syrian minister Pierre Gemayel, whose murder threatens to plunge the country deeper into political turmoil.Will Lebanon's powderkeg explode? International Herald Tribune - Nov 22 8:44 AM
Sadly, the assassination of Pierre Gemayel means there are rough days ahead for Lebanon and the region.Anti-Syria Protests Erupt in Lebanon The Times and Democrat - Nov 23 9:21 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon - Hundreds of thousands of Lebanese turned the funeral Thursday for a slain Christian government minister into a massive demonstration of anger against Syria and its allies.Worries about rising tension in Lebanon EuroNews - Nov 23 11:43 AM
With the funeral of Lebanon's assassinated industry minister Pierre Gemayel now over, there are serious questions about what is likely to be played out in a highly...Tension grows in Lebanon over slaying of a Syria foe Boston Globe - Nov 23 1:00 AM
BIKFAYA, Lebanon -- Mourners wept and showered rice yesterday on the coffin of a slain government minister who opposed Syrian influence in this divided nation, as his supporters mobilized for a massive show of force at his funeral in the capital, Beirut.Grief in Lebanon The Philadelphia Inquirer - Nov 23 12:12 AM
Lebanon began a three-day period of national mourning yesterday for assassinated Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel, whose body was transported to his ancestral hometown of Bikfaya, in the hills northeast of the capital, amid tumultuous scenes of grief.Hezbollah power play on hold after assassination in Lebanon The Columbus Dispatch - Nov 23 4:12 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon Lebanon began three days of mourning yesterday after the assassination of an up-and-coming anti-Syrian political leader whose death became a rallying cry for the country s shaky pro-Western government.Syria ready to work on Lebanon pullout Tiscali - Nov 23 11:54 AM
DAMASCUS (Reuters) - Syria says it is ready to work with the United Nations to implement a Security Council resolution requiring Syrian troops to leave Lebanon.Lebanon mourns slain leader Detroit News - Nov 22 11:31 PM
BIKFAYA, Lebanon -- The mourners stood for hours Wednesday in a slow-creeping line, crushed together in this tiny village perched above the Mediterranean Sea to say farewell to Pierre Gemayel, the Christian Cabinet minister whose assassination has paralyzed a fragile nation.Lebanon braces for more turmoil Contra Costa Times - Nov 23 3:12 AM
Lebanon braced for more turmoil Wednesday as leaders of an anti-Syrian movement called on their followers to take to the streets to protest the assassination of Christian leader Pierre Gemayel, whose death has sparked fears of a revival of Lebanon's civil war.Thousands Mourn Slain Minister in Lebanon New York Times - Nov 22 6:48 AM
The first day of mourning for Pierre Gemayel, 34, was Lebanon?s Independence Day, but celebrations were canceled.Lebanon braces for renewed turmoil The Age - Nov 23 5:14 AM
As Lebanon prepares to lay to rest its latest murdered politician, supporters of the beleaguered pro-Western Government are vowing to turn the funeral into a massive show of public outrage.The funeral concluded with Lebanon's leaders lashing out at Syria The Daily Star Lebannon - Nov 23 7:39 AM
The funeral of slain minister Pierre Gemayel concluded with the leaders of Lebanon's governing coalition lashing out at neighboring Syria Thursday in fiery addresses to huge crowds gathered for the accompaniment of former president Amin Gemayel s son. After paying their respects to the latest victim of an assassin s bullet in Lebanon.Murder in Lebanon cmi santiago - Nov 23 9:10 AM
por FPF-fwd. Arab News editorial ''It thus very much suits both the Americans and Israelis to have the finger of blame for Gemayel s slaying pointing at Syria. So, cutting out the war propaganda: ''Who benefits most from this latest political assassination in Lebanon?''Lebanon mourns minister amid growing crisis CNN.com - Nov 22 5:11 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon (Reuters) -- Lebanon began three days of mourning on Wednesday for an anti-Syrian cabinet minister whose assassination, blamed by his allies on Damascus, raised fears of a new spasm of factional violence.Massive farewell for slain Lebanon minister AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 3:22 PM
Central Beirut was a sea of people as Lebanese turned out in strength for the funeral of anti-Syrian minister Pierre Gemayel, whose murder threatens to plunge the country deeper into political turmoil.Chorus of condemnation after Lebanon assassination AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 5:04 AM
An international chorus of outrage over the assassination of a prominent anti-Syrian minister in Lebanon gathered force Wednesday, with world leaders expressing concern the killing could spark renewed violence across the region.Lebanon assassination may slow Hezbollah The Sacramento Bee - Nov 23 12:14 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon -- Lebanon began three days of mourning Wednesday following the assassination of an up-and-coming anti-Syrian political leader whose death has become a rallying cry for the country's shaky pro-Western government.ACT Dateline, Lebanon: Fear and anxiety rise again following political assassination AlertNet - Nov 23 3:07 AM
Action by Churches Together (ACT) - Switzerland ACT Dateline Lebanon 14/06 Fear and anxiety rise again following political assassination By Toya Richards Hill, ACT International Beirut, Lebanon, November 22, 2006 - The normally ... Lebanon Braces For Gemayel Funeral Voice of America - Nov 23 12:46 AM
Lebanon is bracing for a massive turnout for the funeral of assassinated anti-Syrian politician Pierre Gemayel. Thousands of troops are in the streets of Beirut and suburban Christian neighborhoods ahead of Thursday's service in central Beirut.Lebanon lashes out at Syria iafrica.com - Nov 23 5:53 AM
Leaders of Lebanon's governing pro-Western coalition lashed out at neighbouring Syria on Thursday in fiery addresses to huge crowds gathered for the funeral of slain anti-Damascus minister Pierre Gemayel. Visiting Lebanon's dogs of war MSNBC - Nov 22 4:19 PM
When war broke out in Lebanon in July, many animals were killed, abandoned or starving. Lebanese volunteers tried to save the ones they could. NBC's John Larson reports on how they did. 3 DAYS OF MOURNING BEGIN: Lebanon braces for fallout The Charlotte Observer - Nov 23 12:07 AM
Lebanon began three days of mourning Wednesday following the assassination of an up-and-coming anti-Syrian political leader whose death became a rallying cry for the country's shaky pro-Western government.Lebanon cancels Independence Day celebrations after Tuesday assassination of Christian leader Fox21 - Nov 23 4:17 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon Schools and shops are closed and traffic is light in Lebanon today, following the death of a Christian leader.Lebanon on knife-edge after assassination AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 1:36 AM
Lebanon is on a knife-edge as it began three days of mourning for an anti-Syrian minister gunned down in an attack that stoked fears the country may be again torn apart by civil strife.Assassination of Pierre Gemayel in Lebanon strengthens right online only Socialist Worker - Nov 23 8:33 AM
Pierre Gemayel, Lebanon s minister of industry and a scion of one of the country s most powerful Christian families, was shot dead in a Beirut suburb on Tuesday 22 November.South Korea to send 400 troops to Lebanon Khaleej Times - Nov 23 4:41 AM
SEOUL - South Korea plans to send about 400 troops to Lebanon to take part in the multinational peacekeeping operation there, Yonhap news agency said on Thursday.Mideast Focus On Lebanon by William M. Reilly UPI U.N. Correspondent United Nations (UPI) Nov 22, 2006 Space War - Nov 22 5:26 PM
As the top U.N. political affairs officer prepared to deliver his monthly briefing on the Middle East to the Security Council Tuesday, the murmur around the horseshoe-shaped table was of Lebanon and yet another political assassination.Lebanon Prepares To Bury Assassinated Anti-Syrian Leader Nasdaq - Nov 22 10:37 PM
(RTTNews) - As Lebanon prepares to bury Pierre Gemayel, the murdered industry minister, the country is bracing itself for new political upheavals. It is reported that the Lebanese politicians called for people to take to the streets on Thursday to protest against foreign interference.Bush pledges to stand by Lebanon BBC News - Nov 22 10:18 AM
President Bush pledges US support for Lebanon after the killing of minister Pierre Gemayel heightens tensions.Lebanon mourns slain minister as new crisis brews Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 1:00 AM
Lebanon began three days of mourning on Wednesday for an anti-Syrian cabinet minister whose assassination, blamed by his allies on Damascus, has reignited his country's deep factional rivalries.Triumphant anti-Syrians pledge new era for Lebanon Tiscali - Nov 23 5:09 AM
BEIRUT (Reuters) - A Lebanese anti-Syrian alliance pledged sweeping change on Monday after winning control of parliament in the first elections in three decades without Syrian troops in Lebanon.Lebanon leaders lash out at Syria after funeral Sharewatch - Nov 23 5:26 AM
After paying their respects to the latest victim of an assassin\'s bullet in Lebanon, first Druze leader Walid Jumblatt and then Sunni leader Saad Hariri, speaking from behind a bullet-proof glass screen, railed against Syrian meddling in Lebanese affairs.Lebanon seeks UN help in assassination inquiry International Herald Tribune - Nov 22 5:44 AM
Prime Minister Fouad Siniora of Lebanon has asked the United Nations for help in the investigation of the assassination of Pierre Gemayel.Lebanon s A1 team races on familiar grounds Middle East Online - Nov 23 2:37 AM
A1 Team Lebanon gears up in Kuala Lumpur on fourth round of A1GP World Cup against 23 other competing countries.Victorious anti-Syrians promise change for Lebanon Tiscali - Nov 23 5:24 AM
BEIRUT (Reuters) - A Lebanese anti-Syrian alliance promised sweeping change on Monday after winning control of parliament in the first elections in three decades without Syrian troops in Lebanon.(AFX UK Focus) 2006-11-23 13:27 GMT: Lebanon leaders lash out at Syria after funeral Interactive Investor - Nov 23 5:43 AM
BEIRUT (AFX) - Leaders of Lebanon's governing pro-Western coalition lashed out at neighbouring Syria in fiery addresses to huge crowds gathered for the funeral of slain anti-Damascus minister Pierre Gemayel.Lebanon s political crisis- Full analysis - Al Jazeera - Nov 23 12:27 AM
Church bells tolled in Lebanon as the body of the slain Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel was taken to his native village in east of Beirut accompanied by a massive crowd of mourners, amidst fears of further turmoil in the country, the most politically complex and religiously divided in the Middle East, something political experts describe as a potentially explosive factor in the unstable region Minister's killing plunges Lebanon into new crisis Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 11:56 PM
Lebanon began three days of mourning on Wednesday as a bitter power struggle brewed after the assassination of an anti-Syrian Christian cabinet minister that his allies blamed on Damascus.Lebanon Struggles to Maintain Stability After Assassination The Online NewsHour - Nov 22 5:43 PM
Crowds in Lebanon paid their respects to Pierre Gemayel, the Christian Cabinet minister who was gunned down in Beirut this week. In the wake of the assassination of the prominent anti-Syrian leader, analysts discuss threats to stability in Lebanon.Lebanon in turmoil after assassination Gulf Times - Nov 23 1:28 AM
BEIRUT: Lebanon was in turmoil yesterday as it began three days of mourning for an anti-Syrian minister gunned down in an attack that stoked fears the country may again be plunged into civil strife.Lebanon braces for slaying fallout Arizona Daily Star - Nov 22 11:27 PM
BEIRUT Lebanon began three days of mourning Wednesday after the assassination of an anti-Syrian political leader whose death became a rallying cry for the country's shaky pro-Western government.Lebanon mourns slain leader The Wichita Eagle - Nov 22 11:10 PM
BY DION NISSENBAUM Lebanon began three days of mourning Wednesday following the assassination of an up-and-coming anti-Syrian political leader whose death became a rallying cry for the country's shaky pro-Western government.Minister's murder clouds Lebanon independence day AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 8:41 PM
Lebanon was on a knife edge Wednesday, the 63rd anniversary of its independence, with the murder of yet another anti-Syrian figure adding to fears the country may be again torn apart by civil strife.Lebanon prepares to lay Gemayel to rest Khaleej Times - Nov 22 10:16 PM
BEIRUT - Lebanon prepared to lay to rest its latest murdered politician on Thursday with supporters of the beleaguered pro-Western government vowing to turn the funeral into a massive show of public outrage.Lebanon slaying dims overture chances AP via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 7:37 PM
It's another body blow for Lebanon and for the whole Mideast, already reeling from the Iraq war.Through a glass darkly Lebanon mourns Financial Times - Nov 22 8:26 PM
Mourners watch the passage of the coffin of assassinated Christian politician Pierre Gemayel, reflected in a road mirror, as it is carried towards the family home in Bikfayak, Lebanon.Lebanon senior has improved his arsenal Belleville News-Democrat - Nov 23 1:14 AM
Area teams already worried about the constant threat of dunks and blocked shots by Lebanon High senior Chris Williams could be in for more trouble this season.Bush warns Syria, Iran after Lebanon killing AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 7:27 PM
US President George W. Bush accused Syria and Iran of fomenting violence and instability in Lebanon, as he condemned the assassination of Lebanese cabinet minister Pierre Gemayel.Lebanon: Huge Crowds Gather For Politician's Funeral Radio Free Europe: Radio Library - Nov 23 8:14 AM
November 23, 2006 -- The center of Beirut was a sea of cedar-tree flags today as Lebanon put on a show of patriotism for the funeral of Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel, the sixth opponent of neighboring Syria to be assassinated in the last two years.Lebanon tense after Gemayel assassination Seattle Times - Nov 22 10:15 AM
Lebanon canceled Independence Day celebrations and people huddled around televisions to watch the live broadcast today of dignitaries paying last respects to a Christian politician whose assassination threatened to push the country's political crisis into wider violence.UN to assist Lebanon in Gemayel assassination investigation Hindustan Times - Nov 22 8:53 PM
The Security Council quickly approved a request from Lebanon's prime minister for UN investigators already probing last year's assassination of former Prime Minister Rafik Hariri to assist the government's investigation of the latest assassination of an anti-Syrian Cabinet minister.Lebanon edges to crisis The Scotsman - Nov 22 6:09 PM
MOURNERS showered rice and wept as they paid respects yesterday to the assassinated Christian politician Pierre Gamayel, whose death has shaken Lebanon and exposed a growing Muslim-Christian political divide.Lebanon Cancels Independence Day Events ABC News - Nov 22 6:25 AM
Lebanon Cancels Independence Day Celebrations After Assassination of Christian PoliticanAnger Boils at Slain Official's Funeral in Lebanon New York Times - Nov 23 4:18 AM
Tens of thousands of people poured into Martyrs Square in Beirut today, transforming the funeral service for Pierre Gemayel into a dramatic political rally.Scores rally ahead of slain Lebanon minister's funeral Sports Illustrated - Nov 23 3:04 AM
Beirut's main streets were shut down and armed guards stood vigilant Thursday as anti-Syrian crowds chanting political slogans and waving the Lebanese flag packed into the capital's largest square in anticipation of the funeral of slain Lebanese Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel.Lebanon Quiet, Tense After Cabinet Minister's Killing NPR - Nov 22 6:29 AM
The Lebanese government canceled Independence Day celebrations in the wake of Tuesday's assassination of Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel. He is the sixth anti-Syrian figure to be killed in Lebanon in nearly two years.Killing of anti-Syrian leader heightens Lebanon tensions USA Today - Nov 21 5:57 PM
The assassination Tuesday of an anti-Syrian Cabinet minister who was the son of a former president threatened to ignite a confrontation between rival Lebanese factions. Pierre Gemayel, the scion of Lebanon's most prominent Christian family, was the fifth anti-Syrian figure killed in Lebanon in the past two years.Murder exposes Lebanon s Christian divisions Financial Times - Nov 22 1:53 PM
Within hours of the murder of anti-Syrian politician Pierre Gemayel posters of General Michel Aoun - the single most popular Christian leader in Lebanon - were being ripped up in a Christian neighbourhood of Beirut.Lebanon braces for power struggle Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 5:33 PM
Lebanon braced on Wednesday for a bitter power struggle after the assassination of an anti-Syrian Christian cabinet minister which his allies blamed on Syria.Peacekeepers In Lebanon Find Unauthorized Arms Scoop.co.nz - Nov 22 6:46 PM
New York, Nov 20 2006 9:00PM The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon ( UNIFIL ) has discovered a cache of unauthorized missiles, rocket launches and significant amounts of ammunition in its field of operation, the seventh incident of its type since early September.Robert Fisk: Gemayel's mourners know that in Lebanon nothing is what it seems Independent - Nov 22 4:08 PM
In the house of mourning, an old Lebanese home of cut stone, they did not show Pierre Gemayel's body. They had sealed the lid - so terribly damaged was his face by the bullets which killed him - as if the nightmares of Lebanon might thus be kept away in the darkness of the grave.Lebanon mourners vent anger at pro-Syrian president AFP via Yahoo! News - Nov 23 3:18 AM
Angry slogans against Syria's Lebanese allies rang out from central Beirut as tens of thousands of mourners gathered for the funeral of the latest Damascus opponent to be murdered.Assassinated Lebanon politician was star AP via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 4:12 PM
Pierre Gemayel, assassinated on Tuesday, was a rising star in one of Lebanon's most prominent Christian political families, widely expected to carry its mantle into the next generation. He was the fifth member of his family to die violently.Slaying inflames Lebanon Chicago Tribune - Nov 22 3:34 AM
Christian leader killed; suspicion falls on Syria Lebanese leaders appealed for calm Tuesday after the assassination of a prominent anti-Syrian politician triggered calls for war among enraged fellow Christians and pushed Lebanon's teetering government closer to the brink of collapse. Lebanon prepares for funeral News 24 South Africa - Nov 22 11:39 PM
Lebanon is preparing to bury murdered politician Pierre Gemayel, with plans to turn the funeral into a massive show of public outrage.Lebanon mourns as President promises to find killer Ararat Advertiser - Nov 22 8:38 PM
CNN reports that crowds of people poured through the streets of Pierre Gemayel's Christian hometown to mourn the Lebanese industry minister's death. Gemayel's supporters suspect he has been assassinated by those intent on weakening Lebanon's anti-Syrian government.Lebanon's anti-Syrian camp calls for massive turnout at Gemayel's funeral People's Daily - Nov 22 4:45 PM
Lebanon's anti-Syrian camp has called for a massive turnout at the funeral of slain Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel scheduled for Thursday, the Naharnet news website reported on Wednesday.Bush vows support for Lebanon gov't: report Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Nov 22 12:21 PM
_ U.S. President George W. Bush called Lebanon's Prime Minister Fouad Siniora on Wednesday to offer his support after the assassination of Lebanese Christian Cabinet minister Pierre Gemayel, the Reuters news service reported.Beirut Throngs Mourn Slain Minister and Revile Syria New York Times - Nov 23 5:18 PM
Hundreds of thousands of people poured into the center of Lebanon on Thursday for the funeral of the government minister slain Tuesday, Pierre Gemayel.Lebanon's martyr list expands Newsday - 2 hours, 15 minutes ago
The roads leading to downtown Beirut were dotted Thursday with billboards showing the bullet-riddled car in which Lebanese politician Pierre Gemayel was slain on Tuesday. "We will never forget," the posters said.Lebanon prepares mass funeral for slain minister Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 22 11:42 PM
Assassinated Lebanese minister Pierre Gemayel will be buried on Thursday, with his allies urging a big turnout as a show of force against Syria and the opposition led by the Hezbollah guerrilla group.Lebanon minister shot dead Reuters via Yahoo! News - Nov 21 2:12 PM
Gunmen on Tuesday assassinated Lebanese Christian cabinet minister Pierre Gemayel, an outspoken critic of Syria, plunging Lebanon deeper into a crisis over ties with its dominant neighbor.Tensions in Lebanon lead to new exodus of people CNews - Nov 22 12:46 PM
BEIRUT (AP) More than two decades after Jean Medlej fled Lebanon for the first time, to escape civil war, the Beirut advertising agency owner is considering leaving again. So is assistant university professor Carol Kfouri. There are many others.Editorial: Murder in Lebanon Arab News - Nov 22 4:15 PM
Whoever murdered Pierre Gemayel wants Lebanon to descend once again into civil war. For this reason alone, all Lebanese must restrain their fear and anger. The country still bears the scars of fifteen years of internecine savagery stoked by outside interference.Lebanon halts festivities after assassination (Sam F. Ghattas / ASSOCIATED PRESS) The Washington Times - Nov 22 10:15 AM
Lebanon canceled Independence Day celebrations, and people huddled around televisions to watch the live broadcast today of dignitaries paying last respects to a Christian politician. 12:55 p.m.Italy steps up Lebanon security Sunday Times - Nov 22 9:26 PM
ROME - Italy has stepped up security for its peacekeeping forces in Lebanon following the assassination of Lebanese Industry Minister Pierre Gemayel, the defence ministry has announced.Lebanon library closed to honor volunteers Albany Democrat-Herald - Nov 22 1:59 PM
LEBANON Lebanon Public Library will be closed Friday, Dec. 1, to honor the library volunteers with a potluck luncheon. The library will reopen at 11 a.m. Dec. 2.Lebanon Cancels Independence Day Celebrations After Assassination WCSH 6 Portland - Nov 22 1:46 PM
Schools and shops are closed and traffic is light in Lebanon Wednesday, following the death of a Christian leader. Independence Day celebrations have been canceled as the country prepares to bury Cabinet minister Pierre Gemayel, who was assassinated Wednesday in Beirut.Another Gemayel assassinated in Lebanon NorthJersey.com - Nov 22 7:44 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon -- Pierre Gemayel, an anti-Syrian politician and scion of Lebanon's most prominent Christian family, was gunned down Tuesday in a carefully orchestrated assassination that heightened tensions between the U.S.-backed government and the militant Hezbollah.Lebanon Viewed As Microcosm of Middle East Conflicts Crosswalk.com - Nov 22 7:29 AM
Jerusalem (CNSNews.com) - Once known as the Riviera of the Middle East, Lebanon is now a place where regional conflicts are played out.