Jockeying, intrigue, U-turns and stalemates have characterised the difficult nomination of a consensus candidate for Lebanon's presidency, writes Nicola Nasif*
The name of army commander Michel Suleiman has surprisingly entered the fray of Lebanon's (...)
Confusion among Lebanese politicians is compounding the crisis in southern Lebanon, writes Nicola Nassif*
At a time when every second counts, diplomats are biding their time, waiting perhaps for Israel to get ready to talk. The Israelis, who have (...)
Despite Arab mediation, Lebanese powerplayers dig in their heels deeper into the dispute, argues Nicolas Nassif
Lebanon is adrift in a sea of turmoil and violence, with little hope of ever emerging in the near future. The government of Fouad Siniora (...)
Detlev Mehlis' initial report on the assassination of Rafik Al-Hariri raises new political scenarios in the Middle East. Al-Ahram Weekly provides special in-depth coverage and expert analysis on the various political and legal issues stemming from (...)
