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Lebanon draws parallel between the Cedar Revolution, Egyptian protests

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Lebanese President Michel Suleiman on Saturday expressed hope that Egypt’s political changes, including the resignation of President Hosny Mubarak, will lead to ‘the establishment of responsible constitutional bodies in Egypt.’

‘We hope that the constitutional bodies in Egypt will support the country and its people and will be based on the standards of liberty,’ a statement issued by Suleiman’s office said.

Mubarak stepped down a day earlier in the face of weeks of unprecedented street protests against his three-decade rule.

Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Seniora also welcomed ‘the peaceful and democratic change in Egypt.’

Siniora said in a statement issued by his office that ‘the revolt of the Egyptian people was an honest expression of their aspirations.’

Over a million Lebanese , Chrstians, Druze and Muslims protested in downtown Beirut on March 14, 2005 demanding Syria's withdrawal from Lebanon. Syria withdraw in April 2005 after 29 years of military presence

He drew parallels between the Egyptian protests and Lebanon’s Cedar Revolution, which led to the withdrawal of Syria from Lebanon following the 2005 assassination of former premier Rafik Hariri.

Siniora also voiced hope for ‘solidarity and development based on democracy’ in Egypt. m&c

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34 responses to “Lebanon draws parallel between the Cedar Revolution, Egyptian protests”

  1. PROPHET.T Avatar
    PROPHET.T

    To compare the “Cedar revolution” to the Egyptian revolutions is a tasteless joke,and it becomes hypocritical when this comparison comes from some one like Seniora.
    Senior drew most of his support from the dictator Mubarak ,and now He “voiced hope for ’solidarity and development based on democracy’ in Egypt. Where were you few days ago? why now?
    I would have believed Seniora, had he voiced his support to the people of Egypt ,and their revolution a week a go.Now that the ship is sinking, everyone is abandoning the ship.
    So much for loyalty to the dictator who supported you and your corrupt government.
    What A shame.Yalee Istahou Matoou.

    1. nabilabuzaid Avatar
      nabilabuzaid

      You’re washing down the Cedar revolution by one corrupt man. Saniora was corrupt during the Syrian control and continued to be corrupt. He was a con and always been one. Just because he’s March 14th and he unfortunately speaking among them. That doesn’t mean you ignore the Cedar Revolution. Its too bad March 14th didn’t stick it all the way and hardened and embolden by the revolution. The leaders I admit were weak and did not do its homework and was more into putting fires and reacting instead of taking action and planning. but also by you ignoring the Lebanese revolution you’re also making mockery like Hezbollah and their supporters of the myrters who died for the sake of Lebanon. You guys do not take the assassinations seriously and wanted to blame the whole lebanon mess on Israel. Israel was not the only party who occupied Lebanon for so many years. You had PLO and Syrians also. The invasion of the Iranians Guards since the late Khomeini. Stop disregarding and disrespetcing the Lebanese revolution.

      1. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        nabil, I avoid exchanging with you because you refuse to understand the content of my comments.You don’t need to agree with my views, but try to understand them at least.
        I said nothing about your Ceder revolution. When I want to criticizes your “cedar revolution” or M 4, trust me, I will NOT be shy,but This was not the topic of my comment.
        I was being critical of the hypocrite ,Seniora who had received so much support from the dictator Mubarak,and all of a sudden He wants us to believe his sincerity regarding the revolution,while He was quiet when He thought Mubarak is staying.

        please , read my comment and try to understand it correctly before you lecture people.

        While we’re on the topic of comparison; your admittance that the leaders of your Cedar revolution were incompetence; Unlike your “cedar revolution”, The Egyptian revolution was a leaderless popular revolution ,which were not supported by other countries or political parties, nor did it have the support of one of the richest man in the world.
        People in Egypt didn’t get paid to attend the demonstrations, while the leaders of your “cedar revolution” Paid ($$$) people, provided free transportation,and food for most people who traveled from the north and the Bekaa.
        Don’t Get Me Started Now.

        1. nabilabuzaid Avatar
          nabilabuzaid

          I was not there to see if all the people attended got paid which is not fair assessment. But if you say so fine. But i say Hezbollah always used their guns and intimidation to get what they want. I would rather got paid than have a gun at my head.

      2. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Good excuse,nabil;You were not there to see if people were getting paid to attend M14 rallies.Well, I was not there when the Pharaohs built the pyramid, so I should not believe that they built them,lol
        Come on man, if you were ever to be taken seriously,and respected intellectuality, you should be objective and truthful.I don’t care what you say about HA.I’m not aware of anyone claiming that HA put a gun to their head and forced them to attend M8 Rallies.
        I truly didn’t bother read the rest of your comment,since I read your mind and views ahead of time. Maybe you should start building a better reputation so you can offer something valuable to the readers, instead of same recyclable trash. It ‘s very sad and boring to be predictable all the time.
        This isn’t about Tit for tat.Stick with the topic of the comment.

        1. nabilabuzaid Avatar
          nabilabuzaid

          all you execuses are that Hariri bribed the people to come to Protest. But we have many evidence of your Hezbollah who attack and intimidate people. I wander which method would you prefer at the end.. I don’t have to continue do i?

      3. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Again, nabil,
        You keep changing the subject. It is not my HA. It’s Lebanon’s HA,
        You can criticize HA as much as you want, I could careless .If you are referring to May 7, I AGREE, they didn’t do it right either. They were cowards not to take Seniora out of office since He is a TRAITOR.That action needed to be taken ,too bad they didn’t do it right.
        Other than that I’m not aware of any intimidation. If there is any evidence, I would condemn their action immediately.
        Back to our topic, does Hariri pay people to attend rallies or not?Does He pay for their transportation or not?

    2. nabilabuzaid Avatar
      nabilabuzaid

      You’re washing down the Cedar revolution by one corrupt man. Saniora was corrupt during the Syrian control and continued to be corrupt. He was a con and always been one. Just because he’s March 14th and he unfortunately speaking among them. That doesn’t mean you ignore the Cedar Revolution. Its too bad March 14th didn’t stick it all the way and hardened and embolden by the revolution. The leaders I admit were weak and did not do its homework and was more into putting fires and reacting instead of taking action and planning. but also by you ignoring the Lebanese revolution you’re also making mockery like Hezbollah and their supporters of the myrters who died for the sake of Lebanon. You guys do not take the assassinations seriously and wanted to blame the whole lebanon mess on Israel. Israel was not the only party who occupied Lebanon for so many years. You had PLO and Syrians also. The invasion of the Iranians Guards since the late Khomeini. Stop disregarding and disrespetcing the Lebanese revolution.

      1. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        nabil, I avoid exchanging with you because you refuse to understand the content of my comments.You don’t need to agree with my views, but try to understand them at least.
        I said nothing about your Ceder revolution. When I want to criticizes your “cedar revolution” or M 4, trust me, I will NOT be shy,but This was not the topic of my comment.
        I was being critical of the hypocrite ,Seniora who had received so much support from the dictator Mubarak,and all of a sudden He wants us to believe his sincerity regarding the revolution,while He was quiet when He thought Mubarak is staying.

        please , read my comment and try to understand it correctly before you lecture people.

        While we’re on the topic of comparison; your admittance that the leaders of your Cedar revolution were incompetence; Unlike your “cedar revolution”, The Egyptian revolution was a leaderless popular revolution ,which were not supported by other countries or political parties, nor did it have the support of one of the richest man in the world.
        People in Egypt didn’t get paid to attend the demonstrations, while the leaders of your “cedar revolution” Paid ($$$) people, provided free transportation,and food for most people who traveled from the north and the Bekaa.
        Don’t Get Me Started Now.

        1. nabilabuzaid Avatar
          nabilabuzaid

          I was not there to see if all the people attended got paid which is not fair assessment. But if you say so fine. But i say Hezbollah always used their guns and intimidation to get what they want. I would rather got paid than have a gun at my head.

      2. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Good excuse,nabil;You were not there to see if people were getting paid to attend M14 rallies.Well, I was not there when the Pharaohs built the pyramid, so I should not believe that they built them,lol
        Come on man, if you were ever to be taken seriously,and respected intellectuality, you should be objective and truthful.I don’t care what you say about HA.I’m not aware of anyone claiming that HA put a gun to their head and forced them to attend M8 Rallies.
        I truly didn’t bother read the rest of your comment,since I read your mind and views ahead of time. Maybe you should start building a better reputation so you can offer something valuable to the readers, instead of same recyclable trash. It ‘s very sad and boring to be predictable all the time.
        This isn’t about Tit for tat.Stick with the topic of the comment.

    3. Sebouh80 Avatar
      Sebouh80

      You are absolutely right Prophet.

      There is a huge difference between the so called March 14 and March 8 and the glorious Egyptian revolution which is still organized by the Egyptian Working class unlike March 14 and March 8 which were manipulated by the Lebanese bourgeois politicians who had absolutely no interest in changing the current corrupt political status quo and dismanteling the clientlist sectarian state of Lebanon.

      Long live the Egyptian Revolution
      Workers of the world, unite!

      1. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Yeah Sebouh,
        Just a reminder to those who are drawing parallel between the M14 movement and the Noble, spontaneous,and leaderless revolution of youth of Egypt, is that The name of the M14 revolution ‘Cedar revolution” was created by the white house.
        What ever I said about M14,and their so called “Cedar Revolution”,mostly apply to M8. But at least the M8 group are not claiming credit for inspiring the Egyptian youth to revolt against the Mubarak Regime.
        M14’s claim to inspire the Egyptian is really laughable since all M14 leaders were supported by the Mubarak regime.
        These people have no shame,no integrity,,and no loyalty,especially the Seniora gang.
        At a time when Egyptian youths are teaching us how to be nationalistic, I see “Our” leaders dividing us further through sectarian speeches,and policies.
        At a time when Egyptian youths, are telling their people,and the rest of the world that, their revolution is not Islamic or even political,but rather nationalistic one aimed at achieving freedom and democracy,we find the “enlightened political elite” of Lebanon,running to Dar Al-Iftaa, Bkirki,and Majless Al-Shiia Al Aala to get more support for their sectarian position. What a shame.
        I think all Lebanese should shut up,and start learning from the youth movement of Egypt.

      2. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Yeah Sebouh,
        Just a reminder to those who are drawing parallel between the M14 movement and the Noble, spontaneous,and leaderless revolution of youth of Egypt, is that The name of the M14 revolution ‘Cedar revolution” was created by the white house.
        What ever I said about M14,and their so called “Cedar Revolution”,mostly apply to M8. But at least the M8 group are not claiming credit for inspiring the Egyptian youth to revolt against the Mubarak Regime.
        M14’s claim to inspire the Egyptian is really laughable since all M14 leaders were supported by the Mubarak regime.
        These people have no shame,no integrity,,and no loyalty,especially the Seniora gang.
        At a time when Egyptian youths are teaching us how to be nationalistic, I see “Our” leaders dividing us further through sectarian speeches,and policies.
        At a time when Egyptian youths, are telling their people,and the rest of the world that, their revolution is not Islamic or even political,but rather nationalistic one aimed at achieving freedom and democracy,we find the “enlightened political elite” of Lebanon,running to Dar Al-Iftaa, Bkirki,and Majless Al-Shiia Al Aala to get more support for their sectarian position. What a shame.
        I think all Lebanese should shut up,and start learning from the youth movement of Egypt.

  2. PROPHET.T Avatar
    PROPHET.T

    To compare the So called Cedar revolution to the Egyptian revolutions is tasteless joke,and it becomes a hypocritical when this comparison comes from some one like Senior.
    He drew most of his support from the Mubarak regime,and now He “voiced hope for ’solidarity and development based on democracy’ in Egypt
    I would have believed Seniora, had he voiced his support to the people of Egypt ,and their revolution a week a go.Now that the ship is sinking, everyone is abandoning the ship.So much for loyalty to the dictator who supported you and your corrupt government.What A shame.

    1. Avatar
      Anonymous

      You’re washing down the Cedar revolution by one corrupt man. Saniora was corrupt during the Syrian control and continued to be corrupt. He was a con and always been one. Just because he’s March 14th and he unfortunately speaking among them. That doesn’t mean you ignore the Cedar Revolution. Its too bad March 14th didn’t stick it all the way and hardened and embolden by the revolution. The leaders I admit were weak and did not do its homework and was more into putting fires and reacting instead of taking action and planning. but also by you ignoring the Lebanese revolution you’re also making mockery like Hezbollah and their supporters of the myrters who died for the sake of Lebanon. You guys do not take the assassinations seriously and wanted to blame the whole lebanon mess on Israel. Israel was not the only party who occupied Lebanon for so many years. You had PLO and Syrians also. The invasion of the Iranians Guards since the late Khomeini. Stop disregarding and disrespetcing the Lebanese revolution.

      1. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        nabil, I avoid exchanging with you because you don’t understand the content of comments.
        I said nothing about your Ceder revolution. When I want to criticizes the ceder revolution or M 14, trust me, I will NOT be shy.,
        I was being critical of the hypocrite seniora who had received so much support from the dictator Mubarak,and all of a sudden He wants us to believe his sincerity regarding the revolution.
        please , read my comment and try to understand it correctly before you lecture people.

        1. Avatar
          Anonymous

          I was not there to see if all the people attended got paid which is not fair assessment. But if you say so fine. But i say Hezbollah always used their guns and intimidation to get what they want. I would rather got paid than have a gun at my head.

      2. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Good excuse,nabil;You were not there to see if people were getting paid to attend M14 rallies.Well, I was not there when the Pharaohs built the pyramid, so I should not believe that they built them,lol
        Come on man, if you were ever to be taken seriously,and respected intellectuality, you should be objective and truthful.I don’t care what you say about HA. This isn’t about Tit for tat.Stick with the topic of the comment.

        1. Avatar
          Anonymous

          all you execuses are that Hariri bribed the people to come to Protest. But we have many evidence of your Hezbollah who attack and intimidate people. I wander which method would you prefer at the end.. I don’t have to continue do i?

      3. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Again, nabil,
        You keep changing the subject. It is not my HA. It’s Lebanon’s HA,
        You can criticize HA as much as you want, I really careless .If you are referring to May 7, I AGREE, they didn’t do it right either. They were cowards not to take Seniora out of office since He is a TRAITOR.That action needed to be taken ,too bad they didn’t do it right.
        Other than that I’m not aware of any intimidation. If there is any evidence, I would condemn their action immediately.
        Back to our topic, does Hariri pay people to attend rallies or not?Does He pay for their transportation or not?

    2. Avatar
      Anonymous

      You are absolutely right Prophet.

      There is a huge difference between the so called March 14 and March 8 and the glorious Egyptian revolution which is still organized by the Egyptian Working class unlike March 14 and March 8 which were manipulated by the Lebanese bourgeois politicians who had absolutely no interest in changing the current corrupt political status quo and dismanteling the clientlist sectarian state of Lebanon.

      Long live the Egyptian Revolution
      Workers of the world, unite!

      1. PROPHET.T Avatar
        PROPHET.T

        Yeah Sebouh,
        Just a reminder to those who are drawing parallel between the M14 movement and the Noble, spontaneous,and leaderless revolution of youth of Egypt, is that The name of the M14 revolution ‘Cedar revolution” was created by the white house.
        What ever I said about M14,and their so called “Cedar Revolution”,mostly apply to M8. But at least the M8 group are not claiming credit for inspiring the Egyptian youth to revolt against the Mubarak Regime.
        M14’s claim to inspire the Egyptian is really laughable since all M14 leaders were supported by the Mubarak regime.
        These people have no shame,no integrity,,and no loyalty,especially the Seniora gang.
        At a time when Egyptian youth are teaching us to be nationalistic, I see “our” leaders dividing us even more so ,and enforcing sectarianism .
        At a time when Egyptians youth, are telling their people,and the rest of the world us that, their revolution is not Islamic or even political, we find the “enlightened political elite” of Lebanon,running to Dar Al Iftaa, Bkirki,and Mjless shiia Al Aalaa to get more support for their sectarian position. What a shame.
        I think all Lebanese should shut up,and start learning from the youth movement of Egypt.

  3. Hannibal Avatar
    Hannibal

    I wonder how much praise Mubarak would have had if the revolution did not succeed… One word: Lots…
    We always stand with the standing from the Americas to the Saudis passing by Europe. One should respect the Chinese. A mighty country with NO religion yet they do not stick their nose anywhere and they mind their own business.

  4. Hannibal Avatar
    Hannibal

    I wonder how much praise Mubarak would have had if the revolution did not succeed… One word: Lots…
    We always stand with the standing from the Americas to the Saudis passing by Europe. One should respect the Chinese. A mighty country with NO religion yet they do not stick their nose anywhere and they mind their own business.

  5. PROPHET.T Avatar
    PROPHET.T

    Egyptians answered Obama’s call,and said Yes we can, YES WE CAN, YES WE WILL, and YES WE DID .
    I just hope that Obama does not regret making that call.lol

  6. PROPHET.T Avatar
    PROPHET.T

    Egyptians answered Obama’s call,and said Yes we can, YES WE CAN, YES WE WILL, and YES WE DID .
    I just hope that Obama does not regret making that call.lol

  7. PROPHET.T Avatar
    PROPHET.T

    Egyptians answered Obama’s call,and said Yes we can, Yes we will, and Yes we did.
    I just hope that Obama does not regret making that call.lol

  8. libnan1 Avatar
    libnan1

    Until 2 weeks ago the March farteen were marching to Egypt one after another to get the support from Mubarak and his fag foreign minster. Now they are happy to see him go. The Cedar revolution was not the same as the Egyptian revolt, Lebanon was controlled by the Syrian army.
    Many in Washington wondered about the wisdom of back then president Bush to call for the Syrians to withdraw. We are all happy to see the Syrian army out. If Hariri senior was still alive he would be like Mubarak now, actually M farteen wanted to continue with Hariri dynasty through H. Jr.
    This Saniora dude needs to watch his crocked lips because the new government is going to investigate his holding and the holding of others like him. Saniora man Saudi Arabia has vacancies, hurry up …..

    1. Hannibal Avatar
      Hannibal

      I rarely agree with you but you’re right they did go to get support from Mubarak. However, do not forget that Aoun was anti-Syrian and now he stands beside Bashar like the zero in number 10 😛 lol Anyways, the Middle East is like virtual reality you can be one person today and another tomorrow. Oh BTW Jumblatt is the master at the game. He shifts sides so quickly that I had to go get Dramamine for my vertigo following his news… LOL

  9. Avatar
    Anonymous

    Until 2 weeks ago the March farteen were marching to Egypt one after another to get the support from Mubarak and his fag foreign minster. Now they are happy to see him go. The Cedar revolution was not the same as the Egyptian revolt, Lebanon was controlled by the Syrian army.
    Many in Washington wondered about the wisdom of back then president Bush to call for the Syrians to withdraw. We are all happy to see the Syrian army out. If Hariri senior was still alive he would be like Mubarak now, actually M farteen wanted to continue with Hariri dynasty through H. Jr.
    This Saniora dude needs to watch his crocked lips because the new government is going to investigate his holding and the holding of others like him. Saniora man Saudi Arabia has vacancies, hurry up …..

    1. Hannibal Avatar
      Hannibal

      I rarely agree with you but you’re right they did go to get support from Mubarak. However, do not forget that Aoun was anti-Syrian and now he stands beside Bashar like the zero in number 10 😛 lol Anyways, the Middle East is like virtual reality you can be one person today and another tomorrow. Oh BTW Jumblatt is the master at the game. He shifts sides so quickly that I had to go get Dramamine for my vertigo following his news… LOL

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