Lebanon’s Taif Agreement Needs Revision

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Lebanon’s Taif Agreement Needs Revision

The Taif Agreement is still the key to Lebanon’s political compact, although it should be reviewed and amended.

Lebanon’s Taif Agreement Needs Revision

The Taif Agreement is still the key to Lebanon’s political compact, although it should be reviewed and amended.

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