A Lebanese flag stained with red, on Aug. 4, 2025, in Beirut, during the fifth commemoration of the explosion at the capital's port. (Credit: Matthieu Karam/L’Orient-Le Jour)
In Lebanon, every war is also a test of what remains of society beyond the slogans, the rituals and the familiar invocations of national unity. The latest wave of fear, displacement and public commentary has revealed something that would be dishonest to soften or dodge: The scale of hatred circulating between communities is deeper than ever.It is visible online, perceptible in daily conversations and increasingly accepted, without restraint or shame. It is the resurgence of wounds, resentments and forms of dehumanization that were never seriously dealt with after previous wars. Another op-ed Beyond peace: Lebanon and the Israeli question What is unfolding today cannot be reduced to a moral story pitting evil haters against good victims. Hatred is widespread throughout all communities. It takes different forms, draws from different...
In Lebanon, every war is also a test of what remains of society beyond the slogans, the rituals and the familiar invocations of national unity. The latest wave of fear, displacement and public commentary has revealed something that would be dishonest to soften or dodge: The scale of hatred circulating between communities is deeper than ever.It is visible online, perceptible in daily conversations and increasingly accepted, without restraint or shame. It is the resurgence of wounds, resentments and forms of dehumanization that were never seriously dealt with after previous wars. Another op-ed Beyond peace: Lebanon and the Israeli question What is unfolding today cannot be reduced to a moral story pitting evil haters against good victims. Hatred is widespread throughout all communities. It takes different forms, draws from different...
Israel continues attacks on southern Lebanon, demolishes buildings in Bint Jbeil
A very sad article.
28 March 2026 17:15