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Lebanon’s Deputy Prime Minister - Ghassan Hasbani

Lebanon’s Deputy Prime Minister - Ghassan Hasbani

Is it the right time for Syrian refugees to return home to safe zones?

The Interview · BBC World Service

July 25, 201723m 51s

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Show Notes

Shaun Ley speaks to Lebanon’s Deputy Prime Minister Ghassan Hasbani. A quarter of the country's population are Syrian refugees which is putting Lebanon’s infrastructure and resources under increasing strain. Some leading political figures in the country are now calling for the refugees to be sent home. But since some in the government have ruled out talking directly to President Assad, how can they be sure any returning refugees would be safe?

(Photo: Deputy Prime Minister Ghassan Hasbani)