Lebanon: In the Bekaa Valley, a Christian village shelter...
In eastern Lebanon, the Baalbek region – a stronghold of Hezbollah – has repeatedly been targeted by Israeli strikes since March 2.
What’s Happening
Breaking it down: In eastern Lebanon, the Baalbek region – a stronghold of Hezbollah – has repeatedly been targeted by Israeli strikes since March 2.
Fleeing the bombardment, residents from the predominantly Shiite area have sought refuge in the nearby Christian village of Deir al-Ahmar. (we’re not making this up)
FRANCE 24’s Laura Mousset travelled to this hilltop town overlooking the Bekaa Valley, around 100 kilometres northeast of Beirut, to witness this surge in solidarity.
Why This Matters
International observers are watching how this situation develops.
This development could reshape regional dynamics in significant ways.
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