Syrian troops begin to move in Lebanon
Syrian forces pull back to the Bekaa amid international pressure while the UN calls for a full timetable for withdrawal from Lebanon. Nine intelligence offices remain active in northern Lebanon as UN envoy Reed-Larsen and Washington press for implementation of UN Resolution 1559. Prime Minister designate Omar Karami welcomes international monitors for April parliamentary elections, with Carter proposed to observe.
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Hezbollah Will Stay Armed While Expanding Political Role
Hezbollah plans greater internal participation in Lebanon politics while not disarming as long as the Palestinian-Israeli conflict continues. Deputy leader Sheik Naim Kassem told AP that Syria’s rapid troop redeployment affects Lebanon, with Hezbollah stressing defense against Israel and maintaining armed resistance as its strategy.
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