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With the death toll now over 1,100 is less tan two weeks and with almost 1,000,000 people displaced, not too mention the fears of the Israeli ground invasion, people in Lebanon are deeply concerned about the what is being called 'the Gaza-fication' of their country.

Rejoining us to talk about the situation is Beirut-based journalist with the Economist and regular tortoise shack contributor, Gareth Browne. He explains the factions, fears and the warnings from history that don't seem to have been heeded. Please make sure you listen to the end to hear Gareth's own feelings for Lebanon and it's people. I loved this chat.

Full episode here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-113057307

Rory's marathon for Dignity for Palestine here:https://www.patreon.com/posts/112598735