Lebanese Welcome Victorious Basketball Team in Rare Scene of Joy

The Lebanese basketball team arrived Thursday at Beirut's Airport from the United Arab Emirates, after winning the Arab Basketball Championship for the first time.

Lebanon had defeated Tunisia Wednesday night in the 24th Arab National Basketball Championship at Al-Nasr Club Hall in Dubai.

The Lebanese team secured a 72-69 win yesterday after having defeated Somalia on Tuesday by 15 points.

Cheering crowds welcomed the triumphant team at the airport with music and chants, while the players danced with the trophy in their hands.

Lebanon's victory is a rare occasion for Lebanese to celebrate, amid an unprecedented economic crisis.