Lebanese Protesters Clash with Security Forces over Economic Crisis

Retired members of the security forces in Lebanon protested against the worsening economic conditions in the country, which has been hit by the worst financial crisis in its modern history. The protesters demanded better pay and hurled stones at officers protecting the government headquarters. The Lebanese pound has lost more than 98% of its value against the US dollar since 2019, with the situation deteriorating in recent weeks. The crisis has led to school closures and left families unable to afford food and pay for fuel or other basic needs.