Beirut 1956: The Wheat Crisis That Broke a Government
In 1956, a catastrophic wheat harvest in Syria sent shockwaves through Lebanon, triggering a political crisis that toppled Prime Minister Abdallah al-Yafi and reshaped the country's fragile sectarian balance. This episode dives into the little-known story of how bread shortages in Beirut led to riots, the fall of a cabinet, and the rise of Rashid Karami. We explore the mechanics of Lebanon's dependence on Syrian wheat, the role of President Camille Chamoun, and the street-level fury that forced a change in government. Along the way, we meet key figures like Saeb Salam, who briefly stepped in as prime minister, and examine how economic pressure can crack the seams of a multi-confessional state. It's a tale of supply chains, political brinkmanship, and the visceral power of an empty stomach.
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