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Lebanon after the explosions is in severe crisis

Voices: Our lives in Lebanon after the explosions

Lebanon is in an extreme crisis. We entered a new lockdown this week which we’ve learned will now be extended to two weeks. New cases of COVID-19 are getting out of hand with the number of deaths very high compared to other countries. But, in parallel to the coronavirus

Lebanon's cabinet resigns following port disaster

Lebanon’s prime minister and cabinet resign amid mass protests over port disaster

Following catastrophic explosions one week ago in the port of Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, which subsequently led to mass anti-government protests, Lebanon’s government yielded to public demands and announced its resignation on Monday. “Today we follow the will of the people in their demand to hold accountable those responsible

Explosion in Lebanon

Two powerful explosions tear through Lebanese capital of Beirut

Two powerful explosions rocked the port of Beirut, capital of Lebanon, on Tuesday evening in a blast that sent out seismic waves capable of shattering windows and leaving buildings in ruin. The explosions killed at least 78 people and injured thousands more. The disaster comes at a time when Lebanon

lebanon protests

Protests erupt in Lebanon over deep economic troubles

Lebanon has seen deep economic troubles since its currency, the Lebanese pound, plummeted in value by more than 50% in about six months, leading to soaring inflation and high unemployment. Banks have been the target of demonstrations due to the strict capital controls imposed, which have prevented withdrawals of United

Lebanese splurging on luxury items after banks imposed cash withdrawal limits – Here is what you need to know

Lebanese splurging on luxury items after banks imposed cash withdrawal limits – Here is what you need to know

More and more Lebanese are converting their cash savings into luxury goods such as gold and jewelry after banks in Lebanon imposed cash withdrawal limits. According to a report by Reuters, many Lebanese fear that more drastic financial restrictions are to come thanks to imposed capital controls. Upon hearing news

Almost 400 injured in Lebanon protests as clashes continue

Almost 400 injured in Lebanon protests as clashes continue

Police in Lebanon have fired water cannons, rubber bullets and tear gas on Sunday, January 19 in an attempt to disperse large crowds of protesters in the country’s capital Beirut, on the second day of street demonstrations. At least 377 people were injured in the clashes with more than

Lebanon in intensive care says new PM

Lebanon in intensive care says new PM

Lebanon’s newly appointed prime minister (PM), Hassan Diab, has begun consultations with parliamentary blocs on Saturday, December 21 to discuss the next steps in forming a new government. “Lebanon is in intensive care,” the 60-year-old Diab has told reporters after meeting with several political leaders on Saturday. Plans for