Breaking News: Saad Hariri Resigns As Prime Minister Of Lebanon

(4:00 PM Beirut time) After nearly two weeks of ongoing protests all around Lebanon calling for the resignation of the Lebanese government, Saad Hariri has announced his resignation.

This comes after widespread anti-government protests that took over the Lebanese streets. Earlier today, Beirut witnessed a heartbreaking scene with attackers destroying tents and attacking protestors.

By submitting his resignation, Hariri effectively topples the government.

What comes next?