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June 24, 2013

15 Lebanese Soldiers Killed in Conflict Linked to Syria Violence 
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In the latest sign the Syrian conflict has spread beyond Syria, 15
Lebanese soldiers were reportedly killed in clashes between the military
and followers of a Sunni cleric. The cleric, Ahmed al-Assir, is opposed
to Hezbollah and the Assad government.

 

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