The protests which started on Thursday came after the government discussed the possibility of imposing taxes on fuel, tobacco, WhatsApp and other internet calling applications, and luxurious products in addition to increasing the value added tax in its 2020 state budget.
The government is trying to pass the 2020 state budget by adopting austerity measures in a bid to reduce the budget deficit which has reached 11.4 percent of GDP.
Endorsing the 2020 state budget is one of the conditions imposed by CEDRE conference to unlock the 11-billion-USD fund for Lebanon.
Lebanese Foreign Minister Gebran Bassil gave a speech from Baabda Palace ahead of Hariri's announcement, warning against chaos if the government submits its resignation.
Bassil also suggested to give three days for serious work to prove to the Lebanese that the government is serious in its reforms by approving the 2020 budget and referring it to the parliament with all necessary measures.
However, officials' announcements did not persuade protestors to leave the streets.
Citizens continued their demonstrations in different areas while vowing to stay in the streets until they get their rights.
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