The shared Shiite ministerial bloc, which includes Hezbollah and Amal Movement, operates as a central force in the Lebanese government, while Fouad Siniora protests his government leading to withdrawal.
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The shared Shiite ministerial bloc, which includes Hezbollah and Amal Movement, operates as a central force in the Lebanese government, while Fouad Siniora protests his government leading to withdrawal.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Amal and Hezbollah are engaged in internal power struggles for the Shi'ite community's soul, with Nabih Berri leveraging the Amal Movement's base in South Lebanon.Sub-event
Hezbollah and Amal Movement operate as a shared Shiite ministerial bloc in the Lebanese government, facing protests and calls for withdrawal.1 source
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The entities involved
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Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
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Amal Movement
Lebanese Shia political party
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Lebanon
country in West Asia
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Fouad Siniora
Prime Minister of Lebanon
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