Memories by artists Lubnan Baalbacki, Akram Zaatari, Randa Chahine and Mazen Rifai linked to their childhood homes in areas bombed by the Israeli army. (Credit: Courtesy of the artists)
Since Oct. 8, 2023 and especially since the outbreak of a ‘total’ war between Israel and Hezbollah in late September 2024, Lebanon has once again been plunged into the depths of death, destruction and displacement. Yet, amid the ruins and memories buried under the rubble, voices emerge to bear witness, rebuild and resist through art and remembrance.From Akram Zaatari, a filmmaker haunted by the uncertain journeys to Saida, to Lubnan Baalbaki, a music conductor grappling with the loss of the family sanctuary, each story unveils a unique wound, both personal and collective.Family homes reduced to ruins, libraries wiped out, art galleries shattered — yet amid the destruction, resilient souls strive to preserve their heritage and redefine their connection to the land and its history. Read also Baalbeck: Cease-fire day 1 in images "Even...
Since Oct. 8, 2023 and especially since the outbreak of a ‘total’ war between Israel and Hezbollah in late September 2024, Lebanon has once again been plunged into the depths of death, destruction and displacement. Yet, amid the ruins and memories buried under the rubble, voices emerge to bear witness, rebuild and resist through art and remembrance.From Akram Zaatari, a filmmaker haunted by the uncertain journeys to Saida, to Lubnan Baalbaki, a music conductor grappling with the loss of the family sanctuary, each story unveils a unique wound, both personal and collective.Family homes reduced to ruins, libraries wiped out, art galleries shattered — yet amid the destruction, resilient souls strive to preserve their heritage and redefine their connection to the land and its history. Read also Baalbeck: Cease-fire day 1 in images ...
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