Celine Dion has cancelled her concert in Lebanon

As part of her world tour, five-time Grammy award-winning singer Celine Dion was set to perform in Lebanon later this year. However, sadly, the Byblos International Festival confirmed that they have decided to cancel the concert – due to the current climate in the country.

“Due to the current situation in Lebanon, Byblos International Festival and Celine Dion Management have both agreed with deep regret to cancel Celine Dion appearance at Beirut Waterfront on July 31st 2020,” the festival account tweeted.

To Byblos International Festival and Celine Dion fans,

Due to the current situation in Lebanon, Byblos International Festival and Celine Dion Management have both agreed with deep regret to cancel Celine Dion appearance at Beirut Waterfront on July 31st 2020.

The BIF Team

— Byblos Festival (@byblosfestival) January 3, 2020

In September of last year, Lebanese civilians began protesting the political system and demanding an overhaul. Since, the situation has been unstable.