The Guardian/AFP: Fresh protests in Lebanon over worst economic crisis in decades
There were violent scenes as protesters took to the streets across the country for the third consecutive day
Hundreds of demonstrators angered by a deepening economic crisis rallied across Lebanon for a third consecutive day on Saturday, after violent overnight riots sparked condemnation from the political elite.
Protesting against the surging cost of living and the government’s apparent impotence in the face of Lebanon’s worst economic turmoil since the 1975-1990 civil war, protesters in central Beirut brandished flags and chanted anti-government slogans.
“We are here to demand the formation of a new transitional government and early parliamentary elections,” Nehmat Badreddine, an activist and demonstrator, told AFP near the Grand Serail seat of government.
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WNU Editor: The currency has lost 60% of its value in the past few weeks.
More News On The Unrest In Lebanon
Lebanon protesters call on government to resign amid crisis -- Arab News/AP
Lebanon protesters call on gov't to resign amid economic crisis -- Al Jazeera
Lebanon's deepening economic crisis spurs new protests -- Middle East Eye
Lebanese PM blames opponents for unrest as protests enter third day -- Reuters
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