US Embassy in Lebanon ablaze as angry mob ignites chaos – Tear gas used.
The Arab world shows its face of implacable hatred at America on Wednesday as rioters in Hezbollah-controlled Lebanon descended upon the U.S. Embassy in Beirut.
Disregarding video footage indicating a hospital explosion in Gaza was caused by a failed rocket launch from a Palestinian terrorist group in Gaza, Hezbollah called for anti-Israeli protests in Lebanon.
Fox News Digital estimated that about 1,000 people responded by marching outside the U.S. Embassy in Beirut.
Tear gas was fired at the demonstrators, some of whom waved Palestinian flags, according to Reuters.
Some 2/300 Protesters gathered in front of Us embassy in Beirut, Lebanese army trying to push them back with teargas #brirut pic.twitter.com/w9M2Spes9y
— Gabriella Colarusso (@gabriella_roux) October 17, 2023
Hezbollah blamed the United States for the Gaza hospital deaths.
“The attack reveals the true criminal face of this entity and its sponsor … the United States, which bears direct and complete responsibility for this massacre.”
One protester scaled a fence around the embassy to plant a Palestinian flag on the compound’s flagpole as fires raged outside the embassy’s security gate, according to the New York Post.
US Embassy in Beirut last night.
And @realDonaldTrump is the problem!!!???
Like some in our main stream media would say;
“These are mostly peaceful protests.”
Get ready America, we’re in for something beyond what most Americans have ever experienced. pic.twitter.com/h1ftQHpTAI
— General Mike Flynn (@GenFlynn) October 18, 2023
The State Department has authorized family members and some non-emergency personnel to leave the Beirut embassy, noting “the unpredictable security situation,” according to The Wall Street Journal.
The State Department also updated its travel advisory for Lebanon to Level 4 — its highest level — and said Americans should not travel to the country.
Hezbollah-backed protests are expected at the U.S. Embassy on Wednesday as well.
Surveillance camera footage from Netiv Haasara shows a large barrage of rockets being launched from northern Gaza, followed by a massive blast in the Strip, apparently caused by a failed projectile. pic.twitter.com/PdNCbks02r
— Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian (@manniefabian) October 17, 2023
The protests were sparked by an explosion at the Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza. The death toll was initially said to be 500, but later estimates were lower, though still in the hundreds. Hamas instantly blamed an Israeli airstrike for the blast, according to The New York Times.
Several hours later, Israel said that the explosion was caused by a rocket launched by Palestinian Islamic Jihad from within Gaza.
However, neighboring governments brushed aside that explanation, according to The Washington Post.
Saudi Arabia called the incident a “heinous crime committed by the Israeli occupation forces.”
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan posted on social media that “hitting a hospital containing women, children and innocent civilians is the latest example of Israel’s attacks devoid of the most basic human values.”
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How should the Biden administration address the deep-seated animosity towards the United States in the Arab world
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The protests at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut are yet another manifestation of the deep-seated hostility and animosity that some factions within the Arab world hold towards the United States. The rioters, allegedly organized by Hezbollah, descended upon the embassy to express their anger and disdain for America.
The pretext for these protests was a controversial incident in Gaza, where a hospital explosion was initially attributed to Israeli airstrikes. However, subsequent evidence suggested that the explosion was actually caused by a failed rocket launch from a Palestinian terrorist group in Gaza. Despite these revelations, Hezbollah called for anti-Israeli protests in Lebanon, exploiting the situation to advance their anti-American agenda.
Approximately 1,000 people responded to Hezbollah’s call and gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Beirut. The demonstrators, some waving Palestinian flags, vented their fury by hurling projectiles and attempting to breach the embassy’s security gate. Tear gas was deployed to disperse the crowd, but the atmosphere remained tense and volatile.
Hezbollah wasted no time in blaming the United States for the deaths resulting from the Gaza hospital incident. Their statement, decrying America as a criminal entity and holding it responsible for the supposed massacre, reflects their longstanding hostility towards the U.S. and their alignment with anti-Israeli sentiments.
While it is crucial to acknowledge that these protests do not represent the views of all Arab people or nations, they do highlight the deep divisions and simmering resentment that exist within the region. The Arab world is not homogenous, and different factions hold varying perspectives on international relations and global affairs. However, incidents like these shed light on the existence of a vocal minority that harbors an implacable hatred towards the United States and seeks to undermine its influence and standing.
Furthermore, the timing of these protests is noteworthy, as they occurred just days before President Joe Biden’s visit to Israel. This can be perceived as an attempt to undermine the relationship between the U.S. and one of its closest allies in the region. It is essential for the Biden administration to acknowledge and address these sentiments and strive to build bridges with the Arab world based on mutual understanding and respect.
In conclusion, the recent protests at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut exemplify the deep-seated animosity that some factions within the Arab world hold towards the United States. Hezbollah, in particular, exploited a controversial incident in Gaza to mobilize its supporters and direct their anger towards America. These events serve as a reminder that there are ongoing tensions and grievances in the region, and it is crucial for the United States and its allies to navigate these complexities effectively and promote dialogue and reconciliation.
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