Lebanon

Lebanon, officially the Republic of Lebanon, is a country in the Levant region of West Asia. It is bordered by Syria to the north and east, by Israel to the south, and by the Mediterranean Sea to the west; Cyprus lies a short distance away from the country's coastline. Lebanon is located at the crossroads of the Mediterranean Basin and the Arabian hinterlands. Lebanon has a population of more than five million people and covers an area of 10,452 square kilometres (4,036 sq mi). Beirut is the country's capital and largest city.
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Some of the key events about Lebanon

  • 64 BCE
    Lebanon became part of the Roman Empire, ushering in a period of prosperity and cultural development
  • 1516
    Lebanon came under Ottoman rule, leading to a long period of relative stability and economic growth
  • 1920
    The State of Greater Lebanon was established under French mandate, laying the foundation for modern Lebanon
  • 1943
    Lebanon gained independence from France, marking the beginning of its sovereignty
  • 1960s
    Beirut became known as the "Paris of the Middle East" due to its cultural and economic prominence
  • 1975
    The Lebanese Civil War began, lasting 15 years and resulting in over 120,000 fatalities
  • 1982
    Israel invaded Lebanon, leading to a prolonged occupation of southern Lebanon
  • 1983
    Two truck bombings in Beirut killed 299 American and French peacekeepers
  • 1985
    A series of car bombings in Beirut killed over 200 people
  • 1991
    The Taif Agreement ended the Lebanese Civil War, bringing peace and stability to the country
  • 2000
    Israel withdrew from southern Lebanon, ending an 18-year occupation
  • 2005
    The Cedar Revolution led to the withdrawal of Syrian troops from Lebanon, restoring full sovereignty
  • 2005
    Former Prime Minister was assassinated in a massive explosion in Beirut
  • 2006
    A 34-day war between Hezbollah and Israel caused significant destruction and casualties
  • 2008
    Armed clashes in Beirut between Hezbollah and government supporters led to political crisis
  • 2013
    Two suicide bombings at the Iranian embassy in Beirut killed 23 people
  • 2015
    A garbage crisis erupted, leading to widespread protests and political instability
  • 2018
    Lebanon held its first parliamentary elections in nine years, reinforcing its democratic process
  • 2020
    A massive explosion at Beirut's port killed over 200 people and devastated large parts of the city
  • 3000 BCE
    The ancient city of Byblos was founded, becoming one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world

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