By HUSSEIN DAKROUB, Associated Press Writer BEIRUT, Lebanon - Bolstered by a massive pro-Syrian demonstration, Lebanese allies of Syria moved Wednesd
March 8, 2005

By HUSSEIN DAKROUB, Associated Press Writer

BEIRUT, Lebanon - Bolstered by a massive pro-Syrian demonstration, Lebanese allies of Syria moved Wednesday to reinstate the prime minister, who recently was forced out by anti-Damascus protests. Their action ensures Syria's continued dominance of Lebanese politics. Outgoing Prime Minister Omar Karami was virtually assured nomination after 71 legislators put forward his name during consultations with pro-Syrian President Emile Lahoud, parliament members said. Under the constitution, the president is obliged to comply with the choice of a majority of the 128-member parliament. read on

I think this is a big story with what has been happening in the middle east. If he is reinstated, will another massive protest take place? Just hoping calm heads prevail.

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