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Beirut explosion: Lebanon’s PM announces resignation of country’s government

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Monday, August 10, 2020

BEIRUT: Lebanon’s government stepped down on Monday night, less than a week after a massive explosion in the capital killed more than 150 people and wounded thousands and sparked days of violent protests.

Prime Minister Hassan Diab addressed the nation, announcing his resignation and that of his government.

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