Random Thoughts from Lebanon

The Arab League “Summit” in Damascus a week ago has done nothing to resolve the Lebanese political situation. Boycotted by Lebanon, and attended by only low-level delegations from about half the membership, including Saudi Arabia and Egypt, it was destined to become a non-event. On the surface, we seem to be in a situation where nothing is happening. Behind the scenes, there is talk of re-starting the National Dialogue” among all Lebanese factions and, while this is very desirable, the chances of it commencing discussions, let alone agreeing on anything, seem remote.

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