U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack's Lebanon visit was canceled after he insulted Lebanese journalists, calling their questioning "animalistic." His remarks sparked outrage from the press and the Lebanese Presidency, who expressed regret for the comments made on their platform. The Union of Journalists in Lebanon strongly condemned Barrack's behavior, demanding a public apology and a boycott of his future appearances. Protests against Barrack's visit also took place in southern Lebanon.

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