New York, Jan. 22 -- What had been largely peaceful demonstrations against Lebanon's Government in the capital Beirut grew increasingly violent over the weekend, sparking the concern of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.

"Some demonstrators have resorted to using violence to express their grievances, and security forces have responded, at times, with unnecessary or disproportionate use of force", rights office (OHCHR) Spokesperson, Marta Hurtado, told journalists on Tuesday in Geneva."We call on actors to do their utmost to de-escalate the situation and upon authorities to deploy efforts to establish a meaningful and inclusive dialogue with all segments of society".Prime Minister Saad Hariri resigned in October, less than two wee...