Syria 's conflict has spilled into Lebanon , where clashes killed 9 in Tripoli and Beirut . Lebanon strongly influenced by Syria both politically and militarily since independence in 1943 . The recent bloodshed in Lebanon has threatened the country 's fragile political and religious balance , but observers believe a full-scale breakdown is unlikely for several reasons . There is evidence Syrian rebels are receiving arms smuggled across the Lebanese border . Comment:
Syria 's conflict has spilled into Lebanon , where clashes killed 9 in Tripoli and Beirut . Lebanon strongly influenced by Syria both politically and militarily since independence in 1943 . There is evidence Syrian rebels are receiving arms smuggled across the Lebanese border . Comment: