In Beirut, a bronze bust of Iran general sparks controversy

BEIRUT (AP) — The unveiling of a large statue in Beirut of the Iranian commander killed by the U.S. last year has sparked indignation among many in Lebanon. It’s the latest manifestation of a growing schism between supporters and opponents of the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. The bronze bust of Gen. Qassem Soleimani was erected Tuesday by the Ghobeiry municipality in a Hezbollah stronghold on the road leading to Beirut’s airport. It was erected to commemorate the slain