Violent unrest grips Beirut as 'week of rage' escalates

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Violent clashes between police and anti-government protesters gripped sections of Beirut Sunday night, as part of a 'week of rage' declared by protesters that has paralyzed much of the Lebanese capital.

Protesters were seen attacking bank branches and smashing the windows of one prominent cell phone company.

Hundreds of people have been injured in the chaos, according the Lebanese Red Cross, which comes after months of mostly nonviolent demonstrations over the country's continuedThe banking system has all but collapsed and Lebanese citizens have a monthly withdrawal limit worth around $200. The nation's currency has lost 60% of its value in the months of tumult, as prices soar and people are left unable to pay their regular bills.

Hariri, who has been ruling a caretaker government since his resignation, issued a statement calling events in downtown Beirut an"unacceptable scene that threatens civil peace."

 

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