Lebanon’s economy struggles under renewed war and global fuel crisis

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Lebanon's economy faces severe strain due to renewed conflict with Israel and global fuel crises, impacting businesses like Mario Habib's barber shop in Furn el-Shebbak. Experts predict zero GDP growth for 2026 if the war continues, exacerbating pre-existing financial crises, currency devaluation, and displacement.

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Lebanon's ongoing war and financial crises threaten to render the nation economically unviable, experts warn.

Lebanon’s economy struggles under renewed war and global fuel crisis

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