Maronite

Lebanon:

Internal criticism of Hezbollah growing

A leading Christian politician has voiced opposition to Hezbollah's strikes in Israel out of fear of Israeli retaliation.

Head of Lebanese church:

'Hezbollah violated constitution and democratic system'

Maronite Patriarch Bechara Boutros al-Rai criticized failure to elect new president after Hezbollah again blocked vote.

Top Lebanese Christian cleric:

Beirut blast investigator should be allowed to reveal truth

The head of the Maronite Church says he hopes Judge Tareq Bitar gets help from international authorities that can help disclose the truth.

Former SLA Soldiers Claim Lebanon Has 'Disowned' Them

South Lebanon Army vets, while happy in Israel, fear retribution from Islamists - and appeal to Maronite priest for help.

Hezbollah Threatens Maronite Cleric Over Israel Visit

Terror organization warns Lebanese Catholic leader of 'negative repercussions' over pilgrimage to see Pope Francis in Israel.

Lebanese Patriarch to 'Surpass Borders' in Israel Visit

Maronite patriarch to visit Israel for Pope Francis visit to strengthen Christian identity - despite heavy opposition from Hezbollah.

Lebanese Church Calls Mission to Israel a 'Historic Sin'

Maronite church slams announcement for Lebanese Christian mission to visit Israel to meet Pope Francis as 'dangerous precedent.'

Lebanon President: Help Save Syrian Christians

Lebanon is worried that Christians in Syria will be persecuted after the takeover of a Christian village near Damascus by Syrian rebels.

Maronite Bishops Call to Disarm 'Palestinian' Terrorists

Lebanon's Maronite Bishops have called on Beirut to implement a deal that would dismantle 'Palestinian' terror bases in Lebanon