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This is Beirut traveled to southern Lebanon and the Beqaa Valley, where Christian communities voiced a clear desire for peace amid the escalating war. Many residents blamed Hezbollah for dragging Lebanon into the conflict without national consensus, saying they are now forced to bear its consequences. While expressing solidarity with displaced civilians, they also raised concerns about the potential presence of Hezbollah members in their areas. The report reflects a broader reality across Lebanon: communities caught between coexistence, war fatigue, and decisions they did not make.

By Claudia Groeling and Kaline Antoun