Will Lebanon suffer a political explosion?

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Infuriated by the loss of more than 150 of their fellow citizens in Tuesday’s explosion, Lebanese protesters have taken to the streets of Beirut. Clashes with security forces are ongoing, and tensions are very likely to rise over the coming days.

Politicians are calling for national unity, and the international community is providing humanitarian relief. Still, the risk of a new Lebanese civil war is growing.

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