Lebanon

Lebanon's Take on Syria Conflict

Fears of Syrian Spillover to Lebanon

Demands for Radical Political Change in Lebanon

New protest group campaigns for overhaul of system that appears the most democratic in the Arab world but has many significant flaws.

Modern Veils Reflect Rebellious Spirit

By donning fashionable headscarves, many girls are rebelling against tradition.

Disabled Overlooked

Municipalities do not appear to provide enough support to help those with physical handicaps.

Growing Up in a Graveyard

Several generations of families now live in the Al-Ghuraba due to a lack of affordable housing in Tripoli, with no solution in sight.

Cinemas in Tripoli: Decline of a Golden Age

Bustling cinemas were once a central part of Tripoli’s cultural life, but the current sorry state of the cinema scene reflects how much the city has lost its lustre.

Turmoil in Lebanon

Lebanese Youth Express Distrust of Municipalities

The Institute for War and Peace Reporting (IWPR), in cooperation with its local partner, the Lebanese Center for Policy Studies (LCPS), conducted a focus group study to analyse and evaluate young people’s perception of local government work.

Leave Only Your Footsteps

As the largest natural reserve in Lebanon, Shouf’s Cedar Forest gets special attention from local authorities, who want to preserve its unspoilt nature while promoting it as an ecotourism destination.