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WORLD2026-03-1616:05:36 UTC

Briefing: ‘War is expensive’: As bombs pummel Lebanon, an ancient souk falls silent

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

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.