The focus of discussion in this episode of “East and West” is the Arab embrace of Lebanon at this stage, in light of rapid regional transformations and open questions about the future of stability.
We host journalist, writer, and political analyst Sami Kulaib, who reveals new information. He also joins the panel of the leader of the Syrian Social Nationalist Party, Mr. Tariq Al-Ahmad.
In this episode, we read about the course of Lebanese-Syrian relations, and their intersections with the Arab and international movement, in the wake of remarkable data:
An expected tripartite meeting in Baabda within days, and an expected visit by President Joseph Aoun to the White House on May 11, at a precise timing.
On the other hand, there are warnings that the decision to escalate is still with Benjamin Netanyahu, as “what separates the paths is united by the marches,” while the question remains: Will Arab pressures succeed in curbing the war?
The episode also stops at the Saudi role, with clear messages that the three presidents and civil peace in Lebanon are a red line linked to national security, in light of broader regional coordination that includes Turkey, Egypt, and Pakistan.
We also discuss the dimensions of Walid Jumblatt’s meeting with President Ahmed Al-Sharaa, and are we facing Lebanese-Syrian coordination to confront displacement plans?
In the midst of all this, Kleib poses a shocking question: Who benefits from the assassination of the President of the Republic?
He concludes: Whoever believes that the war between Israel and Hezbollah has ended is delusional… The scene is heading towards further escalation.
We discuss these topics and others in an episode that monitors a pivotal moment between war and settlements, and between Arab embrace and the limits of its influence.
