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Lebanon: Growing Rift Between FPM and Hezbollah
The article focused on the recent escalation in the relationship between the Free Patriotic Movement and Hezbollah, where statements by MP Gebran Bassil, in which he described the Shia community as "hypocrites, displaced, migrants, and bankrupt," led to fierce clashes between the two sides on social media and mutual accusations. Despite efforts by Hezbollah and local political leaders to calm the situation, the mutual campaigns continued, with Hezbollah allies accusing Bassil of opposing the party's support that helped him reach political positions, while FPM supporters accused Hezbollah of pursuing an external agenda and dragging the country into wars. Sources indicate that the relationship between the two remains intact despite the escalation, and there are ongoing efforts to contain the dispute and maintain communication, especially after increased criticism and reports of intentions to resume dialogue and open a new page to strengthen cooperation in the future. However, the relationship has been significantly damaged following the deterioration of previous understandings and Hezbollah's decision to support the Gaza front.
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