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For the past few days, the Lebanese Army and security forces have managed to maintain a guarded calm in Beirut after deadly clashes last week prompted fears of a return to violence reminiscnet of the Civil War. But the coming days may see the lull in bloodshed give way to another round of chaos, particularly since two upcoming events have the potential to up the ante in terms of tension and insecurity.

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