Title: Reactions to the Synagogue Attack from the Home Village of the Perpetrator in Lebanon A tragic incident occurred in the United States when a man deliberately rammed his car into a synagogue in Michigan, resulting in the loss of his life after a confrontation with security officers. The suspect, Ayman Ghazali, was born in southern Lebanon and had maintained strong ties with his family in the region. In this article, we delve into the reactions from his hometown in Lebanon, where memories of a traumatic event in his family's past still linger. In the village of Machghara in Lebanon's Beqaa Valley, residents share their thoughts on Ayman's actions. Machghara is a predominantly Shia Muslim community with a strong affinity for the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah. The village, which is home to approximately 25,000 people, has been affected by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran-backed militant groups. As we arrive in Machghara, we notice posters of Iran's former supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, plastered on walls, reflecting the community's support for Hezbollah. The streets are quiet, with many residents heeding evacuation orders due to the ongoing Israeli aerial assault in Lebanon's South. Church bells ring out, but the streets are empty, and stores are shuttered. In a somber reminder of the tragedy that befell the Ghazali family, we visit the site where Ayman's niece and nephew, as well as two of his brothers, lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike on March 5, during Ramadan. The house, once a symbol of family and love, now lies in ruins, a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict. Residents of Machghara describe Ayman as a devoted member of his community, who maintained strong ties with his family in the region. While his actions in Michigan are widely condemned, it is clear that the trauma of the Israeli airstrike that claimed the lives of his loved ones still lingers in the minds of those who knew him. As the conflict in the region continues to escalate, it is essential to consider the human cost of such violence, and the lasting impact it has on individuals and communities. The incident in Michigan serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating consequences of conflict, and the importance of promoting understanding and tolerance in our increasingly interconnected world.