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How badly could Lebanon's economy be hit by the ongoing conflict?

How badly could Lebanon's economy be hit by the ongoing conflict?

Update: 2024-10-31
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Sam Fenwick looks at the issues that are driving Lebanon’s economy into a downwards spiral. We look at the economic cost of war as new research suggests Lebanon's GDP could shrink by over 20% amid the ongoing conflict.

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How badly could Lebanon's economy be hit by the ongoing conflict?

How badly could Lebanon's economy be hit by the ongoing conflict?

BBC World Service