Key Points
- First local elections since 2014 held in war-damaged Hezbollah strongholds
- 14-month conflict caused 4,300 fatalities and $18B in infrastructure losses
- 73% of southern Beirut voters prioritize reconstruction over party politics
Residents of Haret Hreik cast ballots near bombed-out buildings Sunday...
The Mount Lebanon electoral phase saw unusual 58% turnout despite...
Analysts note three critical factors shaping voter behavior...
- Delayed infrastructure funding creating distrust in national parties
- Local councils now managing 40% of reconstruction budgets directly
- UN reports show 22% increase in municipal authority requests
Mohammad Awali's campaign focused on expediting permit approvals...
Comparisons to post-ISIS Mosul elections reveal Lebanon's unique...
