Roya's correspondent in Lebanon reported that clashes erupted between civilians and the forces of the Lebanese army. This came after Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri stepped down, following talks with Lebanese President Aoun at Baabda Palace Thursday afternoon.

Violent confrontations were witnessed between the Lebanese army and the people of Tariq Al-Jadida area, according to Roya's correspondent.

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