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الكتائب اللبنانية
Lebanese Shift from Taboo to Open Talk on Israel
The discussion in Lebanon regarding the relationship with Israel reflects a deep division within society. The pro-Hezbollah and Amal Movement camp considers any talk of peace or normalization unacceptable, viewing the conflict with Israel as existential. In contrast, Christian forces such as the Lebanese Forces and the Kataeb (Phalange) are showing a readiness to consider peace with Israel under certain conditions, emphasizing the importance of stable borders and the resolution of the Palestinian issue. Many Lebanese across different sects link the issue of peace to sovereignty and national identity, with a divide between those who see it as an opportunity for openness and progress, and others who view it as betrayal and a threat to Lebanon's identity. Public discussions about the relationship with Israel have increased since 2024, following escalated tensions and political events, which have widened the ideological divide, despite the absence of a unified national vision.
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