‘Ashamed’: Lebanese Despair at Leaders After Macron’s Rebuke

‘Ashamed’: Lebanese Despair at Leaders After Macron’s Rebuke
French President Emmanuel Macron speaks during a news conference on the political situation in Lebanon following Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Moustapha Adib's resignation, in Paris, France Sept. 27, 2020. Lewis Joly/Pool via Reuters/File Photo
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BEIRUT—Lebanese are in despair at their sectarian leaders who have left the nation without a government during the worst crisis since the 1975-1990 civil war that has already driven many into poverty.

Emmanuel Macron, president of Lebanon’s former colonial power France who has led international efforts to offer support, also rebuked politicians after his initiative faltered when the prime minister-designate quit amid bickering for ministerial posts.