Lebanon protests: Central bank criticised as currency plummets
Opposition politicians believe the ruling alliance led by Hezbollah is trying to take control of the central bank.
Protesters in Lebanon have been defying a lockdown and curfew to continue anti-government protests.
Demonstrators blocked roads and fought with police while denouncing the worsening economic crisis.
Last week, Lebanon’s currency reached new lows against the dollar – sparking calls for the central bank governor to resign.
Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr reports from Beirut, Lebanon.
Published On 27 Apr 2020