Lebanon’s justice minister says he is resigning over what he calls Hezbollah’s “domination” of the country’s government.
Ashraf Rifi’s announcement on Sunday came two days after Saudi Arabia announced it was suspending $3bn in aid to Lebanon’s army in protest against “hostile” positions it said were inspired by Hezbollah.
“There is an armed party that is dominating the government’s decision,” Rifi, a fierce opponent of Hezbollah, said in a statement, referring to the Shia group.
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Lebanon minister quits over Hezbollah ”domination”
Lebanon’s justice minister says he is resigning over what he calls Hezbollah’s “domination” of the country’s government. Ashraf Rifi’s announcement on Sunday came two days…