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Posted 09 Oct 2024

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Geographical map featuring Lebanon, Iran, and Iraq, illustrating their locations in the Middle East region.

Lebanon (Capital: Beirut)

In recent escalations, Israel has ramped up its offensive against Hezbollah by deploying more troops along the Southern part of Lebanon. 

Political Features 

  • Location: Narrow strip of territory along the eastern shore of Mediterranean Sea. 
    • West Asian Country, part of Levant  region
  • Bordering Countries: Syria (North and Northeast); Israel (South)
    • Maritime Boundary: Cyprus

Geographical Features

  • Mountains: Lebanon Mountains (Jabal Lubnan), Anti-Lebanon and Hermon Ranges.
    • Highest Peak: Qurnat al-Sawda
  • Valley: Bekaa (Al-Biqa)
  • Rivers: Litani, Baalbek, Orontes, etc. 
  • Tags :
  • Lebanon
  • Mediterranean Sea
  • Lebanon Mountains
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