Lebanese alternative scene shaken by Fatima Fouad’s case

Trigger warning: This article contains descriptions of sexual assault. Maya and her friends step out of the crowd that’s gathered in front of Egyptian chaabi and electronic music producer El Waili. The concert, held on July 16 at the Beirut Hippodrome, is meant to celebrate the Arab Fund for Arts and Culture’s 15th anniversary.On their way to grab a drink, they come across a tent that sits prominently on the esplanade. “What is the care tent?” Maya asks a volunteer, reading the sign. “We are here in case someone is too drunk and needs help,” she answers. A long silence. “We are also here in case of harassment or things like that. But, for the moment, nothing has happened, fortunately,” the volunteer adds, in a bid to reassure Maya. “Are you doing this because of Fatima’s testimony?” asks Maya. The volunteer says yes.Layal* and Sofia*, in...