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Injured Syrians treated in Lebanon

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A year after the uprising began, more and more wounded Syrians are entering Lebanon. Over the last few months, three hospitals in the northern town Tripoli have set aside wards to treat Syrian refugees hurt in the violence across the border. The issue is sensitive, with Lebanon's current government dominated by factions close to Bashar al-Assad's regime.

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By Lucy FIELDER
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