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Hezbollah's Emergence in Lebanon
This chapter explores the historical context of Lebanon leading up to the civil war in 1975, focusing on the roles of various religious factions and the rise of Hezbollah amid significant regional tensions. It examines the impacts of the Iranian Revolution and the Israeli invasions, detailing how these events catalyzed the formation of Hezbollah and its subsequent actions. Additionally, the chapter discusses the social and cultural changes in Lebanon, particularly among the Shia population, as Hezbollah established itself as a major political and military entity.