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LebanonPrisoner Strike and Tuberculosis Outbreak in Lebanese Prisons
A prisoner strike in Lebanese prisons, involving Syrian detainees, has entered its 28th day, with escalating warnings about deteriorating health conditions and recorded cases of tuberculosis.
Background
Lebanon faces a prolonged economic crisis, impacting public services and infrastructure, including its prison system. The country also hosts a large number of Syrian refugees and detainees, a consequence of the ongoing conflict in neighboring Syria. These factors contribute to significant strain on Lebanese resources and social structures.
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Prisoner Strike and Tuberculosis Outbreak in Lebanese Prisons
First report 4h agoLast update 4h agoCalls are being made for a state of emergency in Lebanese prisons due to the ongoing prisoner strike and the outbreak of tuberculosis.
Lebanese Prisons Face Tuberculosis Outbreak Amid Prisoner Strike
First report 4h agoLast update 4h agoPosts highlight the worsening health conditions in Lebanese prisons due to the strike and the urgent need for intervention to address the tuberculosis outbreak.
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