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Lebanon In Crisis

Lebanon in Crisis: Part Two

This two-part series examines Lebanon's economic crisis.

This two-part series explores how the political impasse and allegations of chronic mismanagement have affected Lebanon's economy and resources.

Lebanon's economic crisis has left half the population living in poverty and prompted mass protests demanding the removal of a political elite accused of corruption and negligence. This two-part series explores how the political impasse and allegations of chronic mismanagement have affected the country's economy and resources, and looks at the impact on people struggling to survive.

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Why can't you drink the water in the wettest country in the Middle East?

Lebanon's geography means it's blessed with water but in the capital, Beirut, nearly a million and a half people suffer from serious water shortages. Martin Patience reports.

Why can't you drink the water in the wettest country in the Middle East? Lebanon's geography means it's blessed with water but in the capital, Beirut, nearly a million and a half people suffer from serious water shortages. Martin Patience reports on a story of chronic mismanagement.

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