The Arguileh Revolution
Nothing sustains a Hezbollah revolution like an Arguileh (Hookah)Revolution part 1 (Beirut Central District):
Mustapha Hamoui · May 12, 2008
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Blogging Lebanon
since 2005
Blogging Lebanon since 2005
Comic Relief
Mastering the art of coping with stress, the Lebanese already have a set of jokes about the situation (Via +961)
Mustapha Hamoui · May 11, 2008
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Lebanese-forces.com Is Paralyzed, War in Mount Lebanon.
After the Future TV Network, The official website of the Lebanese forces was shut down by Hezbollah’s “freedom fighters”. I was told that the site will be back in around 2 hours.Meanwhile, a large scale operation, spearheaded by Wi2am wahhab and Talal arselan is taking place to purge Mount Lebanon of Mr. Jumbalt’s PSP. For live info, go to Lebanon Files(Arabic) and to Naharnet for English. For a Lebanese Forces blog, check ouwet.com. If anything happens to this blog, I will start updating my old one.Remember, this war is against the freedom of speech. Make sure you tell the world about that!
Mustapha Hamoui · May 11, 2008
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The FPM’s Point Of View
Here’s how Antoine Hindi, an FPM (Aounist) reader of this site sees thing:(Ps: The views expressed in this post do not necessarily represent those of Beirut Spring) -Hizballah used arms internally and lost their right to claim otherwise-FPM condoned the use of violence — very negative in their street-LF Samir Geagea embarrassed himself with ridiculous claims and revealed his true size-Jumblatt’s new image was lost and he returned to being a sleazy, murdering warlord-The claims that 14th March is a legitimate government was lost as allpeople witnessed first hand their armed forces in action. Whether theywere numerous or not, the Future MOvement obviously has a militia.-14th March dream that the outside would come to their assistance was reaveled to be a pipe dream.-Balance of power has shifted substantially. It is obvious that the opposition are the power in Lebanon.-Saniora was exposed to be a liar, especially with the 2 decisions taken and whether they had been made official.-The use of sectarianism by the Future movement failed in Beirut as theSunni parts, about 600,000 citizens, virtually every household armed,did not answer the call by the FM to fight the opposition. Beirut wastaken over and only 7 died, less than had been shot by FM supporters inprevious episodes.
Mustapha Hamoui · May 11, 2008
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So, What Can We Learn From What Happened?
Pundits are starting to analyze the meaning of what happened in Lebanon.First, here’s my absolute favorite metaphor of the situation, courtesy of Hot Air:
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
A Terrible, Terrible Idea
According to Aljazeera, one of the ideas that will be suggested by the Arab ministers meeting tomorrow is the sending of “Arab deterrence forces” to Lebanon.
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
Detailed Account of Hezbollah Operations On The Ground
An on the ground reporter, Ghaith Abdul Ahad, pens a descriptive article for The Guardian on how the fighting on the ground was taking place. Here’s a sample:
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
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Army Tries Hand At Solving The Matter
Jade at Blacksmiths Of Lebanon reports on the latest efforts to solve the crisis which seem to be bearing some fruits..Read more..It remains to be seen if the circle of violence can be abated. There is already blood on both sides and the streets are boiling for revenge and counter revenge. Cooler heads should be louder and more persuasive.
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
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Support Free Speech In Lebanon
Please spread the word: The real target of Hezbollah’s vicious campaign is free media in Lebanon.
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
McCain On Hezbollah: More Diplomacy
To put Senator. Obama’s statement in perspective, let’s take a look at the Republican nominee’s point of vue. At the time of posting this, there was still no official press release on the situation.
Mustapha Hamoui · May 10, 2008
