Beirut Marks Fifth Anniversary of Port Blast with Renewed Demands for Justice
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Hundreds gathered in Beirut on Monday to mark the fifth anniversary of the devastating port explosion, as reported by Xinhua News Agency. Families of victims, survivors, activists, and officials marched from Martyrs\u2019 Square to the port site, carrying photos of those lost and banners calling for truth and accountability.<\/p>\n
The explosion on August 4, 2020, caused over 200 deaths, injured around 7,000 people, and inflicted long-term damage on Beirut\u2019s infrastructure and economy.<\/p>\n
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun addressed the commemoration, pledging the state\u2019s continued commitment to justice. \u201cJustice will not die,\u201d he said, emphasizing that the investigation would proceed despite political obstacles. He stressed that the law should apply to all, regardless of rank or status.<\/p>\n
The blast, caused by improperly stored ammonium nitrate, remains a source of national outrage, with many accusing political leaders of obstructing the judicial process to avoid accountability.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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