Fuel subsidies in Lebanon
Protests break out in Lebanon over reduction in fuel subsidy and hike in prices
The end of fuel subsidies in Lebanon is expected to have a catastrophic impact. People already suffering from rising poverty and prices of essential commodities see it as yet another assault on their living conditions
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