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Paris donors' conference to raise billions for Lebanon 
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An international donors' conference opens in Paris on Thursday to raise billions of dollars to help rebuild Lebanon and shore up the western-backed government of Prime Minister Fuad Siniora.Donors Gather to Help Lebanon?s Government New York Times - Jan 24 4:41 PM
Condoleezza Rice and officials from more than 30 countries are in Paris to discuss aid for the government of Fouad Siniora, Lebanon?s embattled prime minister.Lebanon's pro-Western premier seeks aid AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 3:40 PM
Lebanon's embattled pro-Western prime minister pleaded for international aid Wednesday to stave off financial ruin in his war-scarred country and counter interference from Iran, Syria and their Lebanese allies. The United States said it would offer $770 millon.U.S. to more than triple aid to Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 3:01 PM
The United States will offer nearly $770 million to help the fragile democratic government in Lebanon, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday, a tripling of U.S. aid announced a day after deadly protests in Beirut underscored the country's deep political and sectarian divisions.US unveils 770 million dollar aid plan for Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 2:03 PM
The United States will pledge 770 million dollars in new aid to Lebanon as part of a major international drive to rebuild the country and bolster the embattled pro-Western government of Prime Minister Fuad Siniora, US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said.Rice: U.S. to pledge $770M to Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 2:19 PM
The United States plans to offer nearly $770 million to help the fragile democratic government in Lebanon, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday, a day after deadly protests in Beirut offered fresh evidence of deep political and sectarian divisions.Lebanon's premier appeals for aid AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 12:53 PM
Lebanon's embattled pro-Western prime minister pleaded for international aid Wednesday to stave off financial ruin in his war-scarred country and counter interference from Iran, Syria and their Lebanese allies.U.S. to pledge $770 million in aid for Lebanon Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 1:57 PM
The United States will pledge nearly $770 million in aid to help rebuild Lebanon and bolster its embattled Prime Minister Fouad Siniora in his power struggle with Hezbollah, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.U.S. pledge for Lebanon rebuilding totals almost $770 million USA Today - Jan 24 1:46 PM
The United States will pledge almost $770 million to help rebuild Lebanon and support its fragile government, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday.U.S. to pledge $770mln at Lebanon donor conference Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 1:34 PM
The United States will pledge nearly $770 million in aid for Lebanon in an effort to bolster Prime Minister Fouad Siniora in his power struggle with Hezbollah, U.S. officials said on Wednesday.Saudis and Iranians working on Lebanon deal Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 12:58 PM
Saudi Arabia and Iran, backers of the main rivals in Lebanon's political crisis, are negotiating a deal to end the standoff that has threatened to erupt into violence, Lebanese political sources said on Wednesday.Pledges for Lebanon donor conference AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 10:39 AM
Countries that plan to pledge what aid to Lebanon at a donor conference in Paris on Thursday:Saudi, Iran working on deal to end Lebanon crisis Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 10:08 AM
Saudi Arabia and Iran, backers of the main rivals in Lebanon's political crisis, are negotiating a deal to end the standoff, Lebanese political sources said.In fight for Lebanon, focus turns to money International Herald Tribune - Jan 24 12:46 PM
Two days after the streets of Beirut were engulfed in violence, an ambitious donors' conference for Lebanon was to open in Paris Thursday. Left, the coffin of Bilal Alhayk being carried in Lebanon. He was killed in protests Tuesday.Paris donors conference eyes Lebanon aid AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 8:12 AM
The tug-of-war for control of Lebanon takes a financial turn Thursday, with high-ranking officials from 35 mostly Western and Gulf countries meeting in Paris seeking to raise billions of dollars in aid for Prime Minister Fuad Saniora's embattled government.Donor's conference no 'hand-out' to Lebanon, says US AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 8:24 AM
A donors' conference for Lebanon is not a "political hand-out" for the Western-backed government of Prime Minister Fuad Siniora but is tied to "serious" economic reforms, a senior US official said.Aid pledged for Lebanon summit BBC News - Jan 24 2:58 PM
A key donors' conference to help rebuild Lebanon is set to open in Paris, as the US and France pledge $1.4bn.France pledges 500-million-euro loan for Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 7:12 AM
French President Jacques Chirac has pledged to loan 500 million euros (650 million dollars) to Lebanon during talks in Paris with Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora.Aid pledged for Lebanon summit BBC News - Jan 24 2:51 PM
A key donors' conference to help rebuild Lebanon is set to open, as the US and France pledge $1.4bn.Calm returns to Lebanon after deadly protests AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 5:46 AM
Calm returned to Lebanon as roads were cleared and Beirut airport reopened after the opposition called off a general strike that sparked deadly street fights ahead of a donor conference in Paris.Rice heads to Europe for Lebanon donors, NATO meetings AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 6:11 AM
US Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice headed to Paris to unveil a major US contribution for the reconstruction of Lebanon designed to boost the embattled government of Prime Minister Fuad Siniora.EU offers 400 million euros to help Lebanon rebuild AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 5:43 AM
The European Commission has announced that it will pledge some 400 million euros (520 million dollars) to Lebanon, during a conference in Paris for the reconstruction of the country.Lebanon still tense after violent protests CNN.com - Jan 24 4:39 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- Lebanon remained tense Wednesday, a day after Hezbollah-led protesters who want to topple the U.S.-backed prime minister clashed with government supporters across the country.U.S. to pledge nearly $770M for Lebanon MSNBC - Jan 24 3:26 PM
The United States will pledge nearly $770 million to help rebuild Lebanon this year, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday as the U.S. and other countries moved to help the fragile Beirut government fend off pressure from Syria, Iran and others.Lebanon conflict oil 'contained' BBC News - Jan 24 11:12 AM
An oil spill resulting from last year's conflict in Lebanon is largely contained, says the UN, but problems remain.Lebanon's political crisis deepens The Christian Science Monitor via Yahoo! News - Jan 24 12:00 AM
Burning barricades cast a black pall over Lebanon's deepening political crisis Tuesday, as the Hizbullah-led opposition sharply escalated its campaign to topple the Western-backed government with a nationwide general strike.Lebanon strike ignites old feuds BBC News - Jan 24 9:00 AM
Lebanon's opposition may have lifted Tuesday's strike because of fears of civil strife after decades-old rivalries were re-ignited, writes the BBC's Jim Muir.Lebanon-based bank comes to Oakwood Dayton Daily News - 7 minutes ago
Lebanon's hometown financial institution is banking on Montgomery County for future growth.UN Report: Oil Spill Off Lebanon Contained Nasdaq - Jan 24 5:09 PM
UNITED NATIONS (AP)--Environmental crews have largely contained an oil spill caused by Israeli airstrikes off the coast of Lebanon during last summer's war with Hezbollah, a U.N. report said.Mideast press fears for Lebanon BBC News - Jan 24 4:58 AM
The press in Lebanon and the wider Middle East believes Tuesday's violent anti-government strike in Beirut has brought the country closer to political collapse.3 killed, scores hurt in Lebanon clashes AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 8:16 PM
Hezbollah-led protesters burned tires and cars and clashed with government supporters Tuesday, paralyzing Beirut and areas across Lebanon in the worst violence yet in the pro-Iranian group's campaign to topple U.S.-backed Prime Minister Fuad Saniora.Lebanon wins international aid pledges Financial Times - Jan 24 6:25 PM
As Lebanon yesterday struggled to recover from a day of internal violence which brought the country to a standstill, Fouad Siniora, its prime minister, arrived in Paris for an international donor conference designed in part to bolster hiswestern-backed government.France promises 650 million U.S. dollars to aid Lebanon's reconstruction People's Daily - 0 minute ago
France on Wednesday promised to loan 500 million euros (about 650 million U.S. dollars) to Lebanon with very favorable conditions to help the country's reconstruction.US to pledge $US770m in aid for Lebanon AAP via Yahoo!7 News - Jan 24 3:36 PM
The United States will pledge nearly $US770 million ($A988.38 million) in aid to help rebuild Lebanon and bolster its embattled prime minister.Paris donors' conference to raise billions for Lebanon Channel NewsAsia - Jan 24 5:46 PM
PARIS: An international donors' conference was to open in Paris on Thursday to raise billions of dollars to help rebuild Lebanon and shore up the western-backed government of Prime Minister Fuad Siniora.Robert Fisk: Hizbollah warn that Lebanon will see more violence Independent - Jan 24 4:40 PM
There is worse to come. That is what Lebanon's opposition, led by the Hizbollah, said only hours after they lifted their violent day-long "strike" on Tuesday night and - here is the rub - there are few in this country who do not believe it.US To Pledge $770 Million For Lebanon Rebuilding, Rice Says Nasdaq - Jan 24 2:07 PM
PARIS (AP)--The U.S. will pledge almost $770 million to help rebuild Lebanon and support its fragile government, U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said Wednesday.China willing to contribute to long-lasting Lebanon-Israel peace: People's Daily - 2 hours, 59 minutes ago
China is willing to make efforts to help achieve a lasting peace between Lebanon and Israel, said Chinese envoy on Middle East issue Sun Bigan in Paris on Wednesday.Brazilian FM to attend Lebanon-reconstruction conference in Paris People's Daily - Jan 24 5:59 PM
Brazilian Foreign Minister Celso Amorim will attend Thursday's conference in Paris sponsored by France to promote reconstruction in Lebanon, a country devastated by Israeli strikes last year.Lebanon: Toxic Debris From Israel War Scoop.co.nz - Jan 24 4:36 PM
Lebanon needs urgent international support to clean up widespread pollution caused by last summer's war between Israel and Hizbollah, including a variety of toxic and health-hazardous substances as well as unexploded cluster bombs, the United Nations environmental agency warned today on the eve of a major donors' conference.Flights resume between Egypt, Lebanon People's Daily - Jan 24 4:59 PM
EgyptAir and the Middle East Airlines of Lebanon resumed flights to Lebanon on Wednesday after a 24-hour break owing to Lebanese opposition strike, Egypt's MENA news agency reported.Analysis: Lebanon's deep political crisis UPI - Jan 24 2:19 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- A general strike called by the Hezbollah-led opposition has revealed deep partition among the Lebanese, revived their painful memories of the 1975-90 civil war and pushed the country to the edge of chaos.US pledges US$770m aid plan for Lebanon Channel NewsAsia - Jan 24 2:01 PM
PARIS : The United States will pledge US$770 million in new aid to Lebanon as part of a major international effort to rebuild the country and strengthen Prime Minister Fuad Siniora, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said on Wednesday.Lebanon pins down first title of season The Western Star - Jan 24 2:41 PM
One week ago, the Lebanon Warriors had a .500 record in dual meets and were showing slow but steady progress on the mats under second-year wrestling coach Wendel Donathan.Warning of new Lebanon protests BBC News - Jan 24 12:21 AM
Lebanon's Hezbollah-led opposition warns of new unrest, as the country clears up after a violent strike.Renewed clashes break out in Lebanon People's Daily - Jan 24 4:45 PM
Clashes broke out between pro- and anti-government factions in Lebanon's northern town of Tripoli Wednesday, leaving two people wounded, the local Naharnet news website reported.France offers Lebanon 500 mln euro soft loan Reuters via Yahoo! India News - Jan 24 8:40 AM
PARIS (Reuters) - France offered Beirut a soft 500 million euro loan on Wednesday ahead of an international donors conference in Paris, amid fears that political unrest in Lebanon could undermine efforts to rebuild its shattered economy.Lebanon in urgent need of foreign aid: IMF Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 1:27 PM
Lebanon urgently needs foreign financial help to rebuild an economy shattered in last year's conflict with Israel, the International Monetary Fund said on Tuesday ahead of a crucial donors conference.EU vows 400 million euros in extra aid to Lebanon Kyodo via Yahoo! Asia News - Jan 24 10:32 AM
_ The European Union will extend nearly 400 million euros in additional grants and loans by 2010 to help restore stability in Lebanon, Jose Manuel Barroso, president of the European Commission, told reporters Wednesday.France offers Lebanon 500 mln euro soft loan The Star Online - Jan 24 10:36 AM
PARIS (Reuters) - France offered Beirut a 500 million euro loan on Wednesday ahead of a donors' conference, amid fears that political unrest in Lebanon could undermine efforts to rebuild the country's shattered economy.Deadly clashes as opposition protests paralyse Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 1:11 PM
Three people were killed and 133 wounded in factional fighting in Lebanon as opposition protestors staged a nationwide strike, blocking roads with burning tires in the latest show of force aimed at ousting the Western-backed government.Protests bring Lebanon to a halt Los Angeles Times - Jan 24 12:16 AM
Hezbollah supporters block roads with piles of blazing tires and challenge soldiers, who don't interfere. BEIRUT Hezbollah and its allies paralyzed Lebanon on Tuesday, sending thousands of demonstrators to seize control of major roads, brawl with government supporters and choke the seaside capital in the acrid smoke of burning tires. Protests paralyze Lebanon Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 12:33 PM
Protesters bent on toppling Lebanon's cabinet blocked roads with blazing tires on Tuesday, sparking clashes with government loyalists in which police said three people were killed and 133 people hurt.3 killed as protesters paralyze Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 12:24 PM
Hezbollah-led protesters paralyzed Lebanon Tuesday, clashing with government supporters and burning tires and cars on roads in and around the capital to enforce a general strike aimed at toppling U.S.-backed Prime Minister Fuad Saniora. Three people were killed and dozens injured.GIRLS: Lebanon catches L-S for top spot in Section 3 Lancaster Online - Jan 24 11:14 AM
In a race with more plot twists than an episode of “Prison Break,” another bombshell was dropped in the Lancaster-Lebanon League race Tuesday night. For the first time this season, Lampeter-Strasburg was bumped out of sole possession of the first place, after Lebanon picked apart...Hezbollah strike brings Lebanon to a standstill / 3 dead, scores hurt as government foes, supporters clash San Francisco Chronicle - Jan 24 4:05 AM
The Hezbollah-led opposition cut off roads in Beirut and across Lebanon to enforce a strike Tuesday aimed at toppling the Lebanese government, paralyzing the country and embarrassing officials ahead of an international aid conference. Clashes erupted... Saudis and Iranians working on Lebanon deal Independent Online - Jan 24 4:35 PM
Saudi Arabia and Iran are negotiating a deal to end Lebanon's political standoff, which has threatened to erupt into violence.US condemns Lebanon violence AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 11:13 AM
The United States accused Syrian-backed factions in Lebanon of trying to impose their will by violence and intimidation, as opposition protests rocked the Western-backed government.America to Give 770 Million Dollars in Aid to Lebanon Israel National News - 1 hour, 37 minutes ago
(IsraelNN.com) American Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice announced Wednesday that the American government plans to give 770 million dollars in aid to Lebanon.Government, opposition supporters clash in Lebanon Reuters via Yahoo! India News - Jan 24 7:55 AM
TRIPOLI, Lebanon (Reuters) - Government loyalists and opposition followers exchanged fire in northern Lebanon on Wednesday, witnesses and a security source said.Lebanon's opposition to halt protests: source Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 11:52 AM
Lebanon's opposition will call an end to anti-government protests later on Tuesday, a senior opposition source, after a day of clashes during a general strike killed three people and injured more than 130.Lebanon's Siniora in Paris for donor conference EuroNews - Jan 24 12:05 PM
Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora is in Paris for the international conference on the reconstruction of Lebanon.Protests paralyze Lebanon, 3 killed, 133 hurt Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 9:57 AM
Protesters bent on toppling Lebanon's cabinet blocked highways and roads with blazing tires on Tuesday, sparking clashes with government loyalists in which three people were killed and 133 people hurt, police said.Three killed, scores injured in clashes in Lebanon WSTM-TV NBC 3 - Jan 24 3:37 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon Hezbollah-led protesters burned tires and cars and clashed with government supporters today, paralyzing Beirut and areas across Lebanon.Protesters set off chaos in Lebanon The Columbus Dispatch - Jan 24 6:19 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon Hezbollah and its allies paralyzed Lebanon yesterday, sending out thousands of demonstrators who seized control of major roads, brawled with government supporters and smothered the capital in the acrid smoke of burning tires.Protests paralyze Lebanon, 3 killed, 110 hurt Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 9:25 AM
Protesters bent on toppling Lebanon's cabinet blocked roads with blazing tires on Tuesday, sparking clashes with government loyalists in which three people were killed and more than 110 people hurt, police said.Opposition protesters paralyze Lebanon AP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 9:27 AM
Hezbollah-led protesters paralyzed Lebanon Tuesday, clashing with government supporters and burning tires and cars on roads in and around the capital to enforce a general strike aimed at toppling U.S.-backed Prime Minister Fuad Saniora.Hezbollah seizes Lebanon's roads Seattle Times - Jan 24 12:38 AM
Hezbollah and its allies paralyzed Lebanon on Tuesday, sending thousands of demonstrators to seize control of major roads, brawl with government...Lebanon struggling with environmental impact of war, says UN AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 8:55 AM
Lebanon is still littered with stray bombs and toxic waste unleashed in last year's conflict and needs coordinated international aid to recover, the UN Environment Program has said.EU Proposes EUR500 Million In Aid To Lebanon Nasdaq - Jan 24 5:08 AM
BRUSSELS -(Dow Jones)- The European Commission Wednesday proposed a EUR500 million aid package for Lebanon. The proposal comes a day before the opening of a donor conference on Lebanon in Paris.Lebanon faces major environmental harm: UN Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 7:41 AM
Unexploded cluster bombs and factories contaminated with toxic chemicals after last year's conflict between Israel and Hezbollah pose serious environmental risks to Lebanon, the United Nations said on Tuesday.3 killed as factions clash in Lebanon Denver Post - Jan 24 12:14 AM
Hezbollah-led protesters burned tires and cars and clashed with government supporters Tuesday, paralyzing Beirut and areas across Lebanon in the worst violence yet in the pro-Iranian group's campaign to topple U.S.-backed Prime Minister Fouad Siniora.Protests paralyze Lebanon, two killed, 100 hurt Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 7:34 AM
Protesters trying to topple Lebanon's cabinet blocked highways with blazing tires on Tuesday, sparking clashes with government loyalists in which two people were killed and at least 100 people hurt, police said.Strike paralyzes Lebanon Detroit News - Jan 23 11:26 PM
BEIRUT, Lebanon -- Hezbollah and its allies paralyzed Lebanon on Tuesday, sending out thousands of demonstrators who seized control of major roads, brawled with government supporters and smothered the capital in the smoke of burning tires.Lebanon boosted by £330m loan The Scotsman - Jan 24 4:57 PM
FRANCE yesterday offered Beirut a £330 million loan ahead of a donors' meeting, amid fears that political unrest could undermine efforts to rebuild Lebanon's shattered economy.Lebanon tops Rebels, not Bulldogs Lebanon Express - Jan 24 10:48 AM
The Warriors started out strong and never faltered as they took care of South Albany 52-32 on the road on Jan. 17. Post Bekah Johnson scored 15 points on the night to lead Lebanon.Strike Nearly Shuts Down Lebanon Time Magazine - Jan 23 7:14 AM
Hezbollah-led protesters paralyzed Lebanon Tuesday by burning tires and cars on major thoroughfares in and around the capital to enforce a general strike that aims to topple the government Rice Announces $770 Million U.S. Pledge for Lebanon [Press Release] U.S. Department of State - Jan 24 4:27 PM
Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, en route to Paris, tells reporters the United States will pledge nearly $770 million in direct U.S. assistance to Lebanon. At a State Department briefing in Washington earlier in the day, spokesman Sean McCormack said assistance from the U.S. government will be accompanied by investment commitments by the U.S. private sector. [O]ur job as an international ...Lebanon Rehab redesigned Lebanon Express - Jan 24 11:02 AM
Nursing homes aren't just for the elderly anymore. Lebanon Rehab & Specialty Care Administrator Chad Martin said a greater need for short-term physical rehab facilities in recent years has changed the nursing home industry.Clashes as opposition protests paralyse Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 6:24 AM
Protestors in Lebanon's pro-Syrian opposition have paralysed the country with a nationwide strike, blocking roads, setting tyres ablaze and fighting rival factions in the latest show of force aimed at ousting the Western-backed government.3 killed as Hezbollah protesters paralyze Lebanon Fort Worth Star-Telegram - Jan 24 2:40 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon -- Hezbollah-led protesters burned tires and cars and clashed with government supporters Tuesday, paralyzing Beirut and areas across Lebanon in the worst violence yet in the group's campaign to topple Prime Minister Fuad Saniora.Three killed, scores injured in clashes in Lebanon WHO-TV 13 Des Moines - Jan 24 7:13 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon Hezbollah-led protesters burned tires and cars and clashed with government supporters today, paralyzing Beirut and areas across Lebanon. The pro-Iranian...Lebanon superintendent is dropping lawsuit Albany Democrat-Herald - Jan 24 10:38 AM
LEBANON Superintendent Jim Robinson is dropping his lawsuit against two members of the Lebanon School Board. Robinson had sued Rick Alexander and Josh Wineteer in February 2006, claiming they had interfered with his contract and with district policies.Support businesses that support Lebanon Lebanon Express - Jan 24 11:05 AM
Recently I was on a fabulous tour of the Build Lebanon Trails (BLT) project, sitting on a bus provided by the City of Lebanon and discussing some of the sponsors for the day with the other passengers.West Albany holds off Lebanon girls Albany Democrat-Herald - Jan 24 10:31 AM
Credit West Albany s defense. The Bulldogs broke open a close halftime contest with a 17-6 run in the third quarter and ran its Mid-Willamette Conference record to 3-1 with a 40-33 victory at Lebanon.HEZ RIOTS ROCK LEBANON New York Post - Jan 24 2:27 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon - Hezbollah-led protesters paralyzed Lebanon yesterday, clashing with government supporters and burning tires and cars in and around the capital to enforce a general strike aimed at toppling the U.S.-backed prime minister. Three...Lebanon Mat Club tournament Lebanon Express - Jan 24 10:50 AM
The Lebanon Mat Club hosts a tournament on Jan. 27 at Lebanon High School. The competition will feature hundreds of wrestlers from around the region, ranging in age from 4-years-old to high school age.FRANCE PLEDGES 500-MILLION-EURO LOAN FOR LEBANON The Tocqueville Connection - Jan 24 6:39 AM
PARIS, Jan 24, 2007 (AFP) - French President Jacques Chirac Wednesday pledged to loan 500 million euros (650 million dollars) to Lebanon during talks in Paris with Lebanese Prime Minister Fuad Siniora, the presidency said.Protesters paralyze Lebanon Sun-Sentinel - Jan 24 12:15 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon · Hezbollah and its allies paralyzed Lebanon on Tuesday, sending thousands of demonstrators to seize control of major roads and brawl with government supporters and choke the seaside capital in the acrid smoke of burning tires.Renewed fighting breaks out in Lebanon CTV.ca - Jan 24 3:40 AM
One day after violence erupted in Lebanon, government loyalists and opposition supporters opened fire on each other in the north of the country on Wednesday.Key facts about Lebanon CNN.com - Jan 23 3:03 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon (Reuters) -- Thousands of Lebanese protesters blocked main roads in Beirut and around the country with rubble and burning tyres on Tuesday at the start of a general strike called by the Hezbollah-led opposition to try to topple the Western-backed government.Protests paralyse Lebanon Reuters via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 3:52 AM
Thousands of Shi'ite Muslim and Christian protesters blocked roads in Lebanon with blazing tyres on Tuesday in a campaign to oust the government, and at least a dozen people were wounded in gunfire between rival factions.Protests paralyse Lebanon Reuters.co.uk - Jan 24 3:12 AM
BEIRUT (Reuters) - Protesters bent on toppling Lebanon's cabinet blocked roads with blazing tyres on Tuesday, sparking clashes with government loyalists in which police said three people were killed and 133 people hurt.Lebanon cleans up after Hezbollah protest UPI - Jan 24 4:34 AM
BEIRUT, Lebanon, Jan. 24 (UPI) -- A 1-day anti-government strike by the Lebanese Hezbollah political party left three people dead, more than 100 injured and Beirut streets scarred by fires.EU offers 400 million euros to help Lebanon rebuild Khaleej Times - Jan 24 5:28 AM
BRUSSELS - The European Commission announced Wednesday that it will pledge some 400 million euros (520 million dollars) to Lebanon, during a conference in Paris on Thursday, for the reconstruction of the country.Opposition protests paralyse Lebanon AFP via Yahoo! News - Jan 23 2:37 AM
Lebanon's pro-Syrian opposition have paralysed the country in a nationwide strike, with activists blocking roads, setting tyres ablaze and disrupting air traffic in the latest show of force aimed at bringing down the Western-backed government.LEBANON Paris III: donors to the rescue of the Siniora government AsiaNews.it - Jan 24 7:06 AM
by Paul Dakiki The international conference on economic aid for Lebanon opens tomorrow.EU to Pledge Additional 400 Million Euros in Aid to Lebanon [Press Release] Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance - Jan 24 10:00 AM
WASHINGTON----European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso and Commissioner for External Relations Benita Ferrero-Waldner will present a new assistance package at the International Donor Conference on Support to Lebanon in Paris on Thursday, January 25.Hezbollah strike called off in Lebanon IBN live - Jan 24 2:27 AM
The anti-government strike in Lebanon, which brought the country to a standstill on Tuesday, has been called off.Three killed, 133 wounded in Lebanon clashes Middle East Online - Jan 24 1:09 AM
Lebanese PM flies to attend aid conference in Paris as Lebanon opposition suspends general strike.