Historical Events tagged with "phalange"

Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.

Military & Warfare

International Forces Withdraw from Lebanon

September 11th, 1982 42 years ago

Following Israel's invasion of Lebanon, international forces ensuring the safety of Palestinian refugees departed from Beirut. This withdrawal created a security vacuum, which five days later resulted in the massacre of several thousand refugees in the Sabra and Shatila camps by Phalange militia forces, who were allied with Israel during the conflict.

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Politics & Government

Kidnapping of Iranian Diplomats and Journalist

July 4th, 1982 42 years ago

Three Iranian diplomats and a journalist were kidnapped in Lebanon by Phalange forces during a violent period of the Lebanese Civil War. Their abduction highlights the intense regional conflict and the involvement of various political factions. The fate of the individuals remains unknown, raising concerns about diplomatic safety in a war-torn country. The incident underscores the complexities of international relations amid internal strife.

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