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A powerful explosion took place in the port of the Lebanese capital city Beirut on Tuesday, August 4.
"The explosion from Beirut, Lebanon today. Massive enough that it was heard in Greece & Cyprus."
It caused serious damage to neighboring buildings, creating a huge mushroom cloud. According to official data, more than 100 people were killed and more than 4,000 injured.
"Beirut. My window. Pray for us."
Moment of explosion
The exact cause of the explosion remains unknown. Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab explained that a possible reason could be ignition of tons of ammonium nitrate, which were insecurely stored at a port warehouse.
"Downtown Beirut, after the explosion. The metal piece fell down from nearby skyscrapers."
"A picture of the building that was next to the explosion that occurred in Beirut Lebanon."
"A helicopter puts out a fire in Beirut."
"Medical workers in Beirut working under cellphone flashlights due to electricity shutdowns"
Nurse in Beirut rushed to save newborn babies after the blast hit
Beirut, before & after the blast
"Pyramids in Egypt light up with the Lebanese flag in solidarity of the massive explosion"
"Burj Khalifa Lights Up With A Lebanese Flag"