Lebanon’s government collapses following Beirut explosion, blaming “endemic corruption” – BBC News

The entire Lebanese government has stood down following last Tuesday’s catastrophic explosion in Beirut.

The prime minister said it was the result of endemic corruption which is “bigger than the state” itself.

Angry protests have continued at the government’s handling of the crisis, as the country faces economic collapse and food shortages.

Fiona Bruce presents BBC News at Ten reporting by Quentin Sommerville in Lebanon’s capital.

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