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Who is protesting in Beirut?
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. At least six people have been killed and 32 others injured by gunfire in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. It began during a protest by the Shia Muslim groups Hezbollah and Amal against the judge investigating last year’s huge blast at the city’s port.
When did the protests start in Lebanon?
| 17 October Revolution | |
|---|---|
| Part of 2018–2021 Arab protests | |
| Protesters outside of Riad Al Solh Square in Beirut on 19 October 2019 | |
| Date | 17 October 2019 – present |
| Location | Lebanon |
Who was fighting in Beirut?
| Siege of Beirut | |
|---|---|
| Israel Defense Forces SLA Lebanese Front Phalange al-Tanzim | PLO LNRF LCP SSNP ASBP OACL Syria INM ASALA PKK |
| Commanders and leaders |
Why are there riots in Lebanon?
In October 2019 protesters called for the removal of the political class that has run the country since the end of the 1975-90 civil war and has been blamed for corruption and mismanagement that has ruined the country’s economy.
What actually happened in Lebanon?
The 2020 Beirut explosion occurred on 4 August 2020, when a large amount of ammonium nitrate stored at the Port of Beirut in the capital city of Lebanon exploded, causing at least 218 deaths, 7,000 injuries, and US$15 billion in property damage, and leaving an estimated 300,000 people homeless.
Why did Israel invade Beirut?
The invasion was code-named “Operation Pines” or “Peace for Galilee”, and was intended to weaken or evict the PLO and impose Bachir Gemayel, head of the Christian Phalange party, as President of Lebanon in order to get Lebanon to sign a peace treaty with Israel and bring the country into Israel’s sphere of influence.
How poor is Lebanon?
The UN estimates that 78 percent of the Lebanese lives below the poverty line – some three million people – with 36 percent of the population living in extreme poverty. “Today, we estimate that more than one million Lebanese need relief assistance to cover their basic needs, including food.”
Is Lebanon African country?
As a Middle Eastern country, Lebanon can be found on the continent of Asia.
What is behind Lebanon’s violent protests?
Last Sunday, thousands of protesters pelted stones in central Beirut where Lebanon’s parliament is located. The demonstrations, which began peacefully, have since taken a violent turn, with police launching teargas canisters at protesters, who lobbed back firecrackers and rubble in return.
How much damage has the Beirut explosion caused?
According to a BBC report, the Beirut explosion has caused damage worth $3 billion, with the country’s collective loss estimated at $15 billion. Large parts of the capital city have been devastated.
Why did Lebanon’s cabinet resign?
Lebanon’s Cabinet has resigned over the Beirut explosions, that left more than 200 dead and 6,000 injured, following anti-government protests in the country. What next? A demonstrator throws a stone during a protest in Beirut, Lebanon, August 10, 2020. (Reuters Photo: Goran Tomasevic)