LF electoral reworking: Major cleanup or simple reshuffle?

The ongoing reshuffle within the Lebanese Forces (LF) ahead of the parliamentary elections raised questions. Some observers viewed the candidate changes and swaps — at least six so far, including key figures — as a settling of scores driven by internal divisions.Others argued that the situation is more nuanced, with most MPs refraining from running for personal reasons. Behind the headlines Lebanon’s parliamentary elections: A breakdown of complications that may arise As is often the case, the truth likely lies somewhere in between.According to LF’s spokesperson, Charles Jabbour, the main focus remains on renewing the elites to prevent power struggles and the temptation to cling to office — a core principle within the LF.“Samir Geagea follows a practice common in religious orders: a monk may be assigned to lead a monastery and...