Middle East Conflict: Lebanon’s Prime Minister has canceled his trip to the United States for talks with the United States and Israel scheduled for next week. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has informed that he is postponing his upcoming visit to America and the United Nations. The reason behind this is that they have a strong need to live in Beirut.

Salam said in a post on his social media that considering the internal situation in the country, I have decided to postpone my trip to the United Nations and America. So that I can oversee the functioning of the government in Beirut.

What did the Lebanese government source tell?

Here, a source in the Lebanese government told CNN on Friday that Salam was expected to go to America in the coming days, because Israel had indicated its consent for direct talks with Lebanon. At the same time, there is constant pressure on Lebanon after the fragile ceasefire between Iran and America. Israel is continuously attacking Hezbollah targets in Lebanon.

How many people have died in Lebanon so far in Israeli attacks?

At the same time, according to Al Jazeera, 300 people have died so far in the ongoing horrific attack by Israel in Lebanon. More than 1 thousand people have been injured. Israel has intensified its attacks targeting Hezbollah positions in Lebanon. Lebanon’s Health Ministry said that more than 200 people have died in the last 24 hours. More than 10 lakh people have been displaced.

Know the facts related to Hezbollah
Hezbollah is a powerful Shia terrorist, political and paramilitary organization in Lebanon. It was created in 1982 to fight against Israel. It has the support of Iran. Hezbollah means party of God. It works as a ruling state. It has more weapons than the Lebanese army. Hezbollah has a stock of about 1.5 lakh rockets.

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Lebanon Shia Population: The ongoing war in the Middle East has brought Lebanon into the limelight. Recently, Human Rights Watch reported that the Israeli army used white phosphorus artillery in the residential areas of Yohmor in southern Lebanon. In the meantime, let us know who is ruling Lebanon now and why this symbol of Israel was created.

Why is white phosphorus dangerous?

Actually, it is a chemical which burns after coming in contact with oxygen. It is used to produce smoke and to illuminate battlefields. But when it is used as a weapon, it can set fire anywhere and burn a person to the bones. Even if someone survives this attack, the risk of infection and organ damage increases.

Who rules Lebanon?

There is a functioning government in Lebanon under the leadership of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. Nawaf Salam has previously been the President of the International Court of Justice. Meanwhile, former commander of the Lebanese Armed Forces, Joseph Aoun, serves as President.

Lebanon’s unique power sharing system

Lebanon follows a political system called confessionalism. It divides power among the major religious communities of the country. Under this system, the President should be a Maronite Christian, the Prime Minister a Sunni Muslim and the Speaker of the Parliament a Shia Muslim.

Why did Lebanon become Israel’s target?

Recent tensions between Israel and Lebanon are largely linked to the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. This organization mainly operates from southern Lebanon and has been in conflict with Israel for a long time. During the current regional tensions related to Iran, it is reported that Hezbollah launched rockets and drones towards Israel. These attacks were said to be revenge for the assassination of the Supreme Leader of Iran.

How many Shia Muslims in Lebanon?

Lebanon has not conducted an official population census since 1932. However, some estimates from the United States Department of State have given information about the demographic makeup of the country. According to these estimates, about 65% to 70% of the population of Lebanon is Muslim. This includes both Sunni and Shia communities. In this population, Shia Muslims constitute about 30% to 32.02% of the total population. The Shia community in Lebanon is mostly concentrated in southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley and southern areas of Beirut. These areas are also considered the stronghold of Hezbollah.

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