Beirut's port in the aftermath of the huge chemical explosion. Photo: AFP
US official says Lebanon should not be bailed out financially, calls for political change
- David Hale, the US undersecretary of state for political affairs, said that ‘systemic reforms’ were needed
- After the catastrophic blast, Lebanon’s government resigned on August 10 and is now serving in a caretaker capacity
Beirut's port in the aftermath of the huge chemical explosion. Photo: AFP