Two years after October 17 protests, Lebanon’s economic crisis worse than ever
Issued on: 17/10/2021 – 16:46Modified: 17/10/2021 – 16:48
Two years after Lebanon’s so-called October 17 movement began with major nationwide protests, disillusionment and fear prevail in the country. Several prime ministers have come and gone since 2019, but the protesters’ demands have not been met. FRANCE 24’s Claire Paccalin speaks with Lynn Harfoush, an executive committee member of the National Bloc political party, who remains undeterred.
Turnout was small at the October 17 demonstration this year, but Harfoush, an executive committee member of Lebanon’s secular National Bloc party said there was still reason for hope.
“It is a bit disappointing, but at the same time, it’s something we understand,” Harfoush said of the low turnout. “The crisis has grown much bigger. Some people are…
