Residents of Wata el-Msaytbeh Protest Removal of Illegal Construction

Several residents of the Beirut neighborhood of Wata el-Msaytbeh blocked the road, burning tires and trash bins, to prevent Internal Security Forces from quelling illegal construction in the area.

According to the state-run National News Agency, the residents of al-Tannak neighborhood blocked the road and plumes of black smoke engulfed the area.

In the past month, a crackdown on illegal construction has sparked fury among residents. The campaign has led to the injury of several people, including policemen, and the death of others.

Lebanon witnessed over the years illegal construction in several areas. But powerful politicians shield violators.