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Pigeon Keeper Faces Drones in Lebanon's Tense Tradition

2/14/2026

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Ibrahim Ammar, a pigeon keeper in Beirut, participates in the ancient game of kash hamam, where keepers capture rivals’ birds.
His pigeons now compete with Israeli drones in Lebanon due to Israel's air campaign against Hezbollah.
The drones create a persistent noise that disrupts daily life, affecting phone calls and family dinners.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions in Lebanon, where traditional practices clash with modern military technology.

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Story summary

Ibrahim Ammar, a pigeon keeper in Beirut, participates in the ancient game of kash hamam, where keepers capture rivals’ birds.
His pigeons now compete with Israeli drones in Lebanon due to Israel's air campaign against Hezbollah.
The drones create a persistent noise that disrupts daily life, affecting phone calls and family dinners.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions in Lebanon, where traditional practices clash with modern military technology.