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** Considered a Curse by Many, COVID-19 Might be a Blessing to Hezbollah ([link removed])
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** By Benjamin Weil / May 1, 2020
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Over the past few years Hezbollah, a designated terrorist organization by the US, UK, Israel, EU (only its military arm), and others, has been increasing its power in Lebanon and slowly replacing the government’s relevance by hijacking institutions and providing civil services in place of the Lebanese government.
Hezbollah operates a host of social programs ([link removed]) : providing financial assistance, training to Lebanese farmers, free medical treatment for Hezbollah members, and operating hospitals and clinics, to mention a few. Most of Hezbollah’s programs benefit the Shi’ite population in southern Lebanon. In the midst of this coronavirus, Lebanon defaulted its $1.2 billion loan this past March, setting up the stage for Hezbollah to take over the government’s role in providing civil services. Armed with Iranian money (which has dwindled since the US sanctions on Iran), the terrorist organization has a chance to increase its influence beyond the Shi’ite community in the south.
With the country facing bankruptcy, the people’s trust in the Lebanese government will decrease while the trust in Hezbollah will grow ever stronger. As it is, in the recent 2018 general election, Hezbollah received 16.5% of the popular vote – more than any other political party. By stepping up in place of the government, Hezbollah’s influence has potential to grow further. This is something to look out for in future elections. It could shift the internal politics in Lebanon and pose a threat to the future stability in the region.
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** Upcoming EMET Events
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** Wednesday, May 6th | 12pm EST
Tune in for our webinar featuring Sarit Zehavi, as she discusses "What is Taking Place on Israel's Northern Border."
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** Recent EMET Congressional Letters
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** April 30, 2020
EMET is proud to share two Congressional letters written in collaboration with Gregory Steube's office (R, FL).
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** Congressional Letter to Ambassador Dina Kawar ([link removed])
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** Congressional Letter to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo ([link removed])
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** Israel
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** Joe Biden says he'd leave US embassy in Jerusalem if elected ([link removed]) - ABC news
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** Senator Ted Cruz: 'Israel's enemies are America's enemies' ([link removed]) - The Jerusalem Post
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** It's not over, and uncertainty abounds, but Israel's COVID-19 stats are stunning ([link removed]) - The Times of Israel
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** After 25 years, Israeli enclave returned to Jordan, leaving farmers with few prospects ([link removed]) - Haaretz
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** Two alleged Israeli airstrikes target Syria within a day ([link removed]) - The Jerusalem Post
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** On Independence Day eve Israel's population nearly 9.2m ([link removed]) - Globes
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** US says would recognize Israel's annexation ([link removed]) - Yahoo News
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** Ethiopian-Israeli soldiers receive Independence Day letters from relatives left behind ([link removed]) - The Algemeiner
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** U.S. forces play Israeli national anthem for Holocaust survivor, 75 years after he was liberated by American troops ([link removed]) - NBC News
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** Israel's secret is its internal strength ([link removed]) - Israel Hayom
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** Activists push idea that Israel's behind the coronavirus pandemic ([link removed]) - Jewish Journal
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** Middle East
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** Russian prime minister says he tested positive for virus ([link removed]) - ABC News
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** A rift emerges among pro-Iranian militias in Iraq ([link removed]) - The Jerusalem Post
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** Iran is operating an airlift to Venezuela ([link removed]) - JCPA
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** 'US will not let Iran buy arms when UN embargo ends' ([link removed]) - Israel Hayom
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** Germany declares Hezbollah terrorist organization, conducts raids on suspected members ([link removed]) - i24 News
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** US and Iraq to meet in June to discuss troop withdrawal ([link removed]) - Middle East Eye
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** Mike Pompeo attempts to pressure UN to impose harsh sanctions on Iran ([link removed]) - NY Post
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** Inside the Iranian IRGC's secretive drone unit ([link removed]) - The Jerusalem Post
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** Anti-Semitism
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** Jewish groups condemn NYC mayor for 'scapegoating' community over funeral ([link removed]) - The Times of Israel
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** Woman, 62, stabbed in suspected terror attack in central Israel ([link removed]) - The Times of Israel
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** How the coronavirus pandemic has sparked anti-Semitic conspiracy theories ([link removed]) - JCPA
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** Upcoming Partnership Events
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** Tuesday, May 5th | 10 am EST
Hetz invites you to a webinar on:
"Why Israel: Now and Then"
with Colonel (res.) Richard Kemp, Prof. Avi Bell, Andrew Tucker, Hugh Kitson, and Yifa Segal, moderated by Eran Teboul
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Founded in 2005, The Endowment for Middle East Truth (EMET) is a Washington, D.C. based think tank and policy center with an unabashedly pro-America and pro-Israel stance. EMET (which means truth in Hebrew) prides itself on challenging the falsehoods and misrepresentations that abound in U.S. Middle East policy.
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