Politics
Briefing: ‘War is expensive’: As bombs pummel Lebanon, an ancient souk falls silent
Strategic angle: Israel's devastating war with Hezbollah has compounded the suffering of ordinary Lebanese who were already grappling with an economy on the brink of collapse.
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Updated 26 days ago
The war with Hezbollah has intensified existing challenges in Lebanon, particularly affecting critical infrastructure such as the ancient souk in Sidon.
As violence escalates, the local economy faces significant strain, compounding pre-existing vulnerabilities and limiting operational capacity.
The situation underscores the necessity for strategic assessments of infrastructure resilience and economic recovery pathways in conflict-affected regions.