apr 1, 1981 - Battle of Zahleh begins
Description:
On April 1, 1981, the Syrians moved in to control two hills, Harkat and Hammar, which links Zahle to the mountains. They were seen by the Lebanese Forces and they fired back. This was the trigger that started the battle of Zahle.[33] The Lebanese Forces assumed their positions according to the plan that was put to defend Zahle.Added to timeline:
Date:
apr 1, 1981
Now
~ 44 years ago