BEIRUT: Lebanon’s political stalemate has not only left uncollected garbage piling up in the streets, but now risks losing millions in international loans for key development projects because of a paralyzed parliament.

To secure the funds, Lebanon’s parliament is required to approve loan deals or pass legislation on which the money is conditioned.

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