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Number of Syrian refugees in Lebanon passes 1 million, UN says - CNN Fri, 04 Apr 2014 03:23:12 GMT

CNN

Number of Syrian refugees in Lebanon passes 1 million, UN says CNN (CNN) -- The number of Syrian refugees in Lebanon has passed 1 million, the United Nations' refugee agency said Thursday, making up almost a quarter of the country's resident population. "The influx of a million refugees would be massive in any country. Lebanon Hosts Over a Million Who Fled Syria, UN ReportsNew York Times UN Says 1 Million Syrian Refugees Are in LebanonTIME In Lebanon, Syrian refugee children find safety from war but new dangers on ...Washington Post Los Angeles Times -Aljazeera.com -Christian Science Monitor all 429 news articles »

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First candidate says to contest Lebanon's presidential race - Reuters Fri, 04 Apr 2014 14:31:18 GMT

First candidate says to contest Lebanon's presidential race Reuters Heavily influenced by the war in neighboring Syria, and host to more than a million refugees, Lebanon has struggled to control a deterioration in security and an economic slowdown. In February, Lebanon formed a new government, breaking a 10-month ...

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Syrian refugees fear permanent exile in Lebanon's camps - BBC News Thu, 03 Apr 2014 14:47:06 GMT

Syrian refugees fear permanent exile in Lebanon's camps BBC News Syrian refugees have flooded into Lebanon since the start of the conflict in their country three years ago, swelling the population by more than 25%. Before the war, Syria was a lower middle-income country, and many of its refugees have been able to ...

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Lebanon cracks down on alleged Syria-linked al Qaeda militants - Reuters Fri, 04 Apr 2014 12:19:40 GMT

Lebanon cracks down on alleged Syria-linked al Qaeda militants Reuters Sunni Muslim militants in Lebanon have targeted military positions several times, including a suicide car bomb last month on an army checkpoint that killed three soldiers. The attacks stem from an accusation that the government is dominated by the ... and more »

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LF announces Geagea's candidacy for president - The Daily Star Fri, 04 Apr 2014 10:43:18 GMT

The Daily Star

LF announces Geagea's candidacy for president The Daily Star “Lebanon's borders are no longer clearly defined due to the wide-scale infiltration of armed groups back and forth to fight in Syria,” he said, according to the National News Agency. The LF leader is a staunch critic of Hezbollah, Iran and the Syrian ... Former Lebanon warlord to stand for presidentAl-Arabiya all 61 news articles »

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Former Lebanon president calls for 'Arab Marshall Plan' - Al-Monitor Fri, 04 Apr 2014 21:10:20 GMT

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Former Lebanon president calls for 'Arab Marshall Plan' Al-Monitor It's important to take a comprehensive look at the political situation in Lebanon and the Middle East. On that, I will address the following points: the nature of the Arab awakening; the war in Syria and its regional dimensions; Lebanon's precarious ... Consensus in a divided worldThe Daily Star all 2 news articles »

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Man kidnapped in east Lebanon - The Daily Star Fri, 04 Apr 2014 12:58:13 GMT

The Daily Star

Man kidnapped in east Lebanon The Daily Star HERMEL, Lebanon: A Lebanese man was kidnapped Friday in east Lebanon, sparking protests calling for his release, security sources told The Daily Star. Ibrahim Shiha was kidnapped by unidentified assailants in the Zahle town of Riyaq, the sources said. and more »

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Nusra Front members plotting in Lebanon - The Daily Star Wed, 02 Apr 2014 21:23:59 GMT

The Daily Star

Nusra Front members plotting in Lebanon The Daily Star The sources noted that the government-backed security plan that was implemented in north Lebanon and Tripoli had prompted several groups to take refuge in the camp, where they are planning out how to attack Hezbollah targets in response to the group's ... Nusra arrives in Lebanon, preparing nationwide attacksAl-Bawaba all 3 news articles »

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Home healthcare business to open in Lebanon - Lebanon Daily News Fri, 04 Apr 2014 13:44:30 GMT

Home healthcare business to open in Lebanon Lebanon Daily News A Lebanon County native will soon open a Lebanon office for a company that offers in-home care for seniors and disabled people. Leanne Feather will open an office for Right At Home In-Home Care and Assistance at 989 Quentin Road, Suite 2, in early May.

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Drone aircraft crashes in Lebanon County - WGAL Lancaster Fri, 04 Apr 2014 10:58:09 GMT

WGAL Lancaster

Drone aircraft crashes in Lebanon County WGAL Lancaster A spokesperson at Fort Indiantown Gap confirmed that the aircraft took off from their headquarters. According to a press release from the base, the drone was performing training operations when it experienced an uncontrolled landing and was run-over by ... Military drone crashes in Lebanon Countyabc27 Drone crashes near Lickdale Elementary SchoolLebanon Daily News all 43 news articles »