Forcing Lebanon to accept an occupation will backfire, provoking even fiercer resistance, risking civil war, and sowing heightened anti-American sentiments acr…
Following the expansion of its ground operations in South Lebanon in late March 2026, Israel has significantly intensified airstrikes across the country, inclu…
Viewpoint
LebanonIdentity Politics and Sectarianization
Lessons from Lebanon’s Frustration: From the Christians Yesterday to the Shia Today
Mar 30, 2026Mark Daou
After the civil war ended in 1990, Lebanon entered a new phase of rebuilding state institutions and ending internal conflict. However, that phase was not equit…
The widening of hostilities following the March 2026 US-Israeli attacks on Iran has placed Lebanon on a dangerous trajectory. Hezbollah’s decision to enter the…
Imad K. Harb and Khalil E. Jahshan examine the situation in Lebanon, focusing on the challenges of disarming Hezbollah and the ongoing Israeli military campaig…
Fresh Take
LebanonUS Foreign Policy
The Trump Administration’s Security Expectations for Lebanon
Jul 30, 2025
Imad K. Harb examines how the Trump administration is pressuring Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah, even as Israel maintains its occupation of Lebanese territory and…
Fresh Take
LebanonIsraeli War Tactics and Genocide
Israel’s Ongoing Aggression Against Lebanon
Apr 24, 2025
Imad K. Harb discusses Israel's ongoing aggression against Lebanon in violation of the ceasefire agreement of November 2024.
Lebanon’s New Government: Challenges and Prospects for Reform and Revitalization
Mar 27, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM ET
Experts discuss the challenges and opportunities facing Lebanon under its new leadership.
Webinar
The Arab WorldDemocracy and Governance
Towards Inclusive and Democratic Governance in MENA: Challenges and Prospects
Mar 20, 2025 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM ET
Experts examine the challenges and prospects of inclusive governance and democratic transition in the Middle East.
Keynote Conversations
LebanonConflicts and Conflict Resolution
Lebanon’s Domestic and Regional Developments: A Conversation with MP Ibrahim Mneimneh.
Feb 29, 2024
Arab Center Washington DC hosted Lebanese Member of Parliament Ibrahim Mneimneh to discuss Lebanon's domestic and regional policy in light of the Gaza war and …