The entire territory of Lebanon was left without electricity. The last working power station closed due to a lack of fuel

In Lebanon on August 17, the last working power station was closed, which provided the country with electricity. This was reported by the Lebanese Energy Corporation Electricite du Liban, reports Jerusalem Post.

The reason for the termination of the work was a lack of fuel. Because of this, the supply of energy throughout the country ceased, including large cities and important infrastructure facilities, including Beirut Airport, seaport, water pumps and sewer systems. Residents have already been called to "save water" as much as possible in connection with the expected reduction in supply.

Électricité du Liban controls 90% of electricity production in Lebanon. The company promised to resume the work of failed power plants as fuel enters. Earlier, the government reported that the new fuel batch may be delivered on August 20.

• In Lebanon, difficulties with electricity generation are constantly observed. Almost exactly a year ago, in August 2023, the country was also completely de-energized-two power plants stopped work due to non-payment of the debt of the operator.