text: I just used Lebanon as an example because it's relatively stable right now, as far as Middle Eastern countries go. Officially, Lebanon is a Christian country anyhow. A lot could change in Lebanon, especially if there is a war with Iran or the situation gets more tense with Israel. But granted, a lot can change anywhere.  The bottom line is, Armenia needs the Diaspora just as much as the Diaspora needs Armenia, if not more. That's the point that I was making. Without the Diaspora, Armenia as a country would be like Moldova.