Marjaa: The Battle of the Hotels [mastered MP3]

Mayssa Jallad - Markaz Azraq December 6

We're joined by Bilal Saab for Episode 126 of The Beirut Banyan, and we discuss the interconnectedness of the moment and the possibilities for political change within Lebanon.

Bilal analyzes the 'auditing' process protestors are delivering against the Lebanese state and the initial steps needed for long-term accountability. He also shares his views on long-term US engagement with the Lebanese Army.

Bilal is a Senior Fellow and Director of the Defense and Security Program at The Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. The two articles mentioned in this episode are:

'Lebanon crisis: How the US can bypass Hezbollah and help the people':

https://www.thenational.ae/opinion/comment/lebanon-crisis-how-the-us-can-bypass-hezbollah-and-help-the-people-1.987362

and 'Lebanon’s inconvenient truths':

https://www.mei.edu/publications/lebanons-inconvenient-truths

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EPISODE 126: Potential and Priority with Bilal Saab

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EPISODE 126: Potential and Priority with Bilal Saab

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