An escalation of violence in Lebanon

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Lebanon was gripped by violence Thursday as supporters of the Western-backed government and opposition Hezbollah clashed in the streets, following the government’s decision to shut down Hezbollah’s private phone network. The fighting sparked fears of a new civil war. Guest: Aaron Schacter, Reporter for PRI’s “The World”

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