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Lebanese protesters block highways in latest anti-government demonstration

   By Hussein Malla The Associated Press
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   “Hela, hela, hela ho, the road is closed, sweetie,” the song went — a
   reflection of how the protesters have grown more creative as they have
   blocked roads as part of massive anti-government demonstrations
   underway for the last 12 days.

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   The protests have paralyzed the country but have been largely peaceful,
   with security forces exercising restraint. There have been few reports
   of arrests or serious injuries since the demonstrations began, and
   security forces have stood by during mass rallies held in public
   squares.
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   Lebanese protesters have been using civil disobedience to block roads
   across the country in support of mass demonstrations against the
   government. The protests, in their 12th day, are directed at the
   political elites which have dominated the country since its 1975-1990