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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 24 MIN

What are the implications of US sanctions in Lebanon?

from The Inside Story Podcast · host Al Jazeera

Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links to Hezbollah. It comes while Washington brokers more talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials. So, why these sanctions now? In this episode:  David Wood, Senior Lebanon Analyst at the International Crisis Group Randa Slim, Middle East Program Director at the U.S.-based Stimson Center  Elijah Magnier, Specialist in Middle East wars and regional military dynamics  Host: Scott McLean  Connect with us: @AJEPodcasts on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube

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Israel keeps up its attacks on Lebanon despite a ceasefire. The US has sanctioned nine people, including two Lebanese army officers accused of links to Hezbollah. It comes while Washington brokers more talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials....

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