After the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire following World War I, Lebanon came under the Mandate for Syria and the Lebanon, administered by France, which established Greater Lebanon.

3 days ago · Lebanon, country consisting of a narrow strip of territory on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is one of the world’s smaller sovereign states. The capital is Beirut.

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Lebanon in depth country profile. Unique hard to find content on Lebanon. Includes customs, culture, history, geography, economy current events, photos, video, and more.

Lebanon facts and figures: Official web sites of Lebanon, links and information on Lebanon's art, culture, geography, history, travel and tourism, cities, the capital city, airlines, embassies, tourist boards and …

Jan 10, 2025 · Provides an overview of Lebanon, including key dates and facts about this Middle Eastern country.

1 day ago · Lebanon claims first phase of Hezbollah’s disarmament close to complete The PM says the part of the plan on south of the Litani River is ‘only days away from completion’.

The history of Lebanon covers the history of the modern Republic of Lebanon and the earlier emergence of Greater Lebanon under the French Mandate for Syria and the Lebanon, as well as the previous …

1 day ago · Lebanon is close to completing the disarmament of Hezbollah south of the Litani River, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said on Saturday, as the country races to fulfil a key demand of its …

Lebanon, officially Lebanese Republic, Country, Middle East, southwestern Asia, on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Area: 4,036 sq mi (10,452 sq km). Population: (2025 est.) 5,688,000. …