Lebanon's main power plant runs out of fuel, causing a complete power shutdown.

Lebanon's main power plant has run out of fuel, leading to a complete power shutdown affecting essential facilities like airports, ports, and prisons. The issue arises from Lebanon's ongoing economic crisis and reliance on imported heavy fuel oil from Iraq. The country's electricity company, EDL, provides only around four hours of power daily, with residents relying on expensive private generators for additional power.

August 17, 2024
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