Protesters throw stones at security forces during an anti-government demonstration in Beirut on August 8, 2020. - STR / AFP

Tension remains high in Lebanon. New clashes broke out Sunday evening in central Beirut between the police and a group of demonstrators. This is the second day in a row of clashes after the deadly explosion at the port of the Lebanese capital.

New evening under tension close to parliament in Beirut. #Beirut pic.twitter.com/v4NBWCj0H7

- Remy Buisine (@RemyBuisine) August 9, 2020

Banks also targeted by the Lebanese revolt movement.

The building of the Lebanese Banking Association was stormed by protesters last night. It is partially destroyed. #Beirut pic.twitter.com/PJKsrGPoSY

- Remy Buisine (@RemyBuisine) August 9, 2020

On an avenue leading to Parliament, protesters threw stones and fired fireworks at the police who responded with tear gas in an attempt to disperse them, an AFP correspondent found the next day. similar clashes that left dozens of injured.

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