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Source: http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory?id=556784
Hizballah Mobilizes Supporters for Syria
(AP/ABC News) Sam F. Ghattas - Hizballah Sunday threw its weight behind Syria, calling for massive rallies in Beirut to show loyalty to Damascus. The Iranian-founded, anti-Israeli Shiite Muslim group, which the U.S. calls a terrorist organization, could tilt the balance either in favor of the pro-Syrian government or the anti-Syrian opposition in Lebanon. The opposition had been courting the militia's support in its efforts to oust Syrian troops. Opposition leaders had said Hizballah would not be forced to disarm if Syria leaves, while also warning that if the group tilted toward Syria, it would lose the support of many Lebanese.