The Lebanese President and the government announced almost a week ago now an investigation to determine within FIVE DAYS MAX the exact cause of the explosion and "who was responsible", and they've refused so far categorically asking foreign parties to hold an external investigation. Yesterday was the deadline and we still haven't heard a word from the Prime Minister or President, and chances are we won't be hearing anything any time soon if they start…

Today was yet another historic day. Protesters returned to the streets in massive numbers demanding justice, holding gallows, storming government ministries and occupying shortly the Association of banks building. Meanwhile Prime Minister Diab was delivering yet another empty speech but this time, he stated he will request an early parliamentary election in a bid to defuse a worsening crisis following the port explosion. At first, you'd think this is a win as early elections have…