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Furthermore, land owners have also been dealing with illegal logging, which has been carried out by individuals looking to sell the wood or use it for other purposes. With the economic hardship making it more difficult for land owners to protect their properties, illegal logging has become a major issue in Lebanon. The situation is made even more challenging by the fact that even the police departments are struggling with their own financial issues. As a result, they have less forces available and are forced to reduce patrols in order to save fuel. This makes it even harder for them to monitor and prevent illegal logging, leaving the land owners to bear the brunt of the problem on their own. The situation highlights the need for a comprehensive solution that addresses both the economic and the security challenges facing the country, in order to ensure that Lebanon's natural resources and heritage are protected for future generations.