Arab mediators expected to seal Beirut deal

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Iran blames the United States for the violence, which erupted after government action to outlaw a communications network vital to Hezbollah's military and security wings.

The ruling coalition accuses the opposition of trying to restore Syrian control of Lebanon and secure a stronger foothold for Iran in the country.

Syria dominated Lebanon until 2005, when the assassination of statesman Rafik al-Hariri triggered international pressure that forced it to end its military presence after nearly three decades and plunged the country into crisis.

(Editing by Tim Pearce)

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