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Protests in Lebanese capital over deteriorating economy

Hundreds of people protested in Lebanon's capital Sunday over increasingly difficult living conditions, amid fears of a dollar shortage and possible price hikes. A skirmish broke out as protesters tried to break through security barriers in front of the cabinet office and anti-riot forces...

Lebanon gas stations to go on strike over dollar 'shortage'

Lebanese gas station owners on Thursday announced an immediate and open-ended strike, saying a shortage in dollar reserves has made it difficult to pay suppliers, a syndicate spokesman said. Gas stations in Lebanon are paid by customers in Lebanese pounds but must pay suppliers in US...