Ep.243 (Video): System Failure with Bachar El Halabi

0:00 Intro 3:40 Six Month Marker 7:14 Paralysis 11:04 Curtailed Progress 17:28 Chernobyl Moment 27:56 Core Issue 40:12 Assassination 52:02 Will of the People We're with Bachar El Halabi Episode 243 of The Beirut Banyan. Click to watch: https://youtu.be/R06-xHrrj9w We discuss the six month marker following the Beirut port blasts, the limbo / paralysis state we're living through and a "Chernobyl Moment" for Lebanon. We also talk about core issues impacting reform, Lokman Slim's assassination and a firm belief in the will of the people and a constant battle to preserve freedom of expression. Bachar El Halabi is a research analyst focusing on geopolitical issues impacting Lebanon and the region. Help support The Beirut Banyan by contributing via PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/walkbeirut Or donating through our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/thebeirutbanyan Subscribe to our podcast from your preferred platform. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter: @thebeirutbanyan And check out our website: www.beirutbanyan.com Music by Marc Codsi. Logo design by Sara Tarhini. Animation & illustration by Sana Chaaban.