The Lebanese government has taken down billboards thanking Iran near Beirut's airport and replaced them with signs reading 'Lebanon First,' according to reports. The move follows weeks of public debate over the banners' presence.
The Lebanese government has reportedly removed 'Thank You Iran' billboards near Beirut airport and replaced them with 'Lebanon First' signs. The Zioneer has reported on the controversy since the banners first appeared in late June, including the interior minister's order to remove them and subsequent partial replacements. The current action, if confirmed, marks the most direct government involvement in the change.
- DevelopingLebanon removes Hezbollah billboards, replaces with 'Lebanon First' signs
- StrongDefaced billboards with 'Lebanon First' slogan line Beirut airport road after pro-Iran banners removed
- DevelopingLebanese interior minister orders removal of 'Thank You Iran' banners from Beirut airport road
- DevelopingBeirut airport road decorated with thank-you banners for Iran's supreme leaders
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