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Thawra Ep. 16 – Siege of Beirut

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Military Tactics and Sectarian Manipulation in Lebanon

This chapter examines the strategies used during the Israeli invasion of Lebanon, highlighting the military forces involved and the exploitation of regional sectarian divisions. It discusses the socio-political impact of Israeli raids on local populations, the establishment of the South Lebanon Army, and the shifting dynamics among Palestinian factions. Furthermore, it delves into Iraq's complex role and ideological commitment to the Palestinian cause amidst rivalries with local factions during the Ba'athist era.

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