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Saad Hariri, Lebanon’s Former Prime Minister, Quits Politics
He was the leader of the country’s Sunni Muslims, one of the three main sects that share power, and the scion of a prominent political dynasty.
Saad Hariri, Lebanon’s Designated Prime Minister, Quits Amid Crises
After nine months of political wrangling, Saad Hariri gave up on trying to form a government, opening a new political void.
Saad Hariri, Lebanon’s Ex-Prime Minister, Could Again Lead the Country
Saad Hariri, who stepped down amid antigovernment protests last year, could return as the head of the government amid multiple crises.
Lebanon’s Parliament Confirms State of Emergency, Extending Army Power
Parliamentary approval of the measures for Beirut, which last until Aug. 21 but can be renewed, has raised concerns about civil liberties.
Lebanon’s Currency Plunges, and Protesters Surge Into Streets
Demonstrations broke out across the country after the pound sank to a new low against the U.S. dollar, obliterating the purchasing power of many Lebanese.
Lebanon Names New Cabinet Amid Political and Economic Crisis
The new ministers will immediately face a falling currency, a stagnant economy and angry street protests.
Clashes Shake Beirut as Anti-Government Protests Explode in Violence
Demonstrators and security forces battled in the worst violence yet after three months of protests against Lebanon’s political elite.
To Make Sense of Lebanon’s Protests, Follow the Garbage
The country’s perpetual refuse crisis is just one example of the government corruption and dysfunction that have brought protesters into the streets.
Soldier Kills Man at Lebanon Protest, 1st Fatality in Nation’s Turmoil
The killing was sure to inflame tensions already running high in the country, which has been engulfed by protests for the past month.