Lebanon marks 20 years since Rafic Hariri killed as power balance shifts

On the 20th anniversary of former prime minister Rafic Hariri’s assassination, Lebanon sees seismic political changes weakening Hezbollah and its allies, potentially paving the way for Hariri’s son Saad to make a comeback. Saad Hariri, who has twice served as prime minister, is back in Lebanon amidst shifting dynamics in the region, calling for a gathering near his father’s burial site in Beirut and hinting at a possible return to political life. With Hezbollah’s power waning and a new government taking shape, Hariri aims to assert his leadership within the Sunni community and navigate Lebanon’s complex political landscape.

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