A Mezze: Bride of the Beqqa

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"The Bride of the Beqaa" captures the imagination of many Lebanese. The mountain city of Zahle overlooking the Beqaa plateau is famed for its beauty, pleasant climate, and quality arak. But for many years, Zahle was also famous for having 24/7 electricity without relying on neighborhood generators. A new Mezze from the CSIS Middle East Program.

Will Todman

Will Todman

Deputy Director and Senior Fellow, Middle East Program
Lubna Yousef

Lubna Yousef

Former Research Associate, Middle East Program

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