Why Gulf states are rekindling ties with Lebanon
Analysis: As Lebanon's elections approach, Gulf states are moving from a policy of isolation to re-engagement in a bid for influence - both in the country and beyond.
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Analysis: As Lebanon's elections approach, Gulf states are moving from a policy of isolation to re-engagement in a bid for influence - both in the country and beyond.
Saad Hariri's absence has divided former supporters of the Future Movement into smaller political factions.
Poverty-stricken Lebanese have welcomed the festivities of Easter and the end of Ramadan with empty pockets, empty fridges and empty promises from politicians. They now hope that the same political elite that have supervised the bankruptcy of their country will not be returned at the May 15 general election. However, the opposition voices look too splintered to have any
Experts say Saad Hariri’s absence from upcoming Lebanese election created a ‘political void’ for the Sunni community.
BEIRUT: Lebanese expats voting on Friday will inaugurate the first phase of this month’s parliamentary elections. Expats will vote in 59 countries, but just 10 nations will commence the first phase of voting on Friday. The expats in these countries, which include Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Syria and Iraq, have a Friday weekend. The second phase of voting takes place on May 8