Three people were killed in Lebanon protests after Lebanese soldiers opened fire on demonstrators. In retaliation, protesters set the Ministry of Labor in Beirut on fire. The demonstrators were protesting against the government's economic policies. At least 12 other protesters, eight of whom were injured by gunfire, were hospitalized. Hospital officials reported that several military personnel were also wounded. Firefighters worked in the early hours of Thursday evening to extinguish the flames coming from the Ministry of Labor. Lebanese security sources stated that soldiers previously opened fire in the Saloum neighborhood of Beirut when protesters attempted to prevent police from arresting demonstrators by throwing stones. The protests were organized at the request of Lebanese labor unions, which called for a nationwide strike in response to rising gasoline prices.
Three Killed in Lebanon Protests - 2004-05-28
Three individuals were killed during protests in Lebanon after soldiers opened fire on demonstrators opposing government economic policies. In response, protesters set the Ministry of Labor on fire, leading to additional injuries among both civilians and military personnel. This incident highlights the growing unrest related to economic grievances in Lebanon.
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⚡ Actions
📰 What Happened
Lebanese soldiers killed three protesters during economic policy protests in Beirut.
- Protesters protest Lebanese government
- Lebanese soldiers attack Protesters
- Protesters arson Ministry of Labor
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
The protests highlight significant public discontent with economic policies in Lebanon.
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