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Lebanon marks sixth anniversary of Beirut port blast as calls for justice continue
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Lebanon marks sixth anniversary of Beirut port blast as calls for justice continue

Lebanon marked the sixth anniversary of the devastating Beirut port explosion, which killed at least 220 people and caused widespread destruction. Despite investigations implicating several high-ranking officials, no one has been held accountable for the incident. Nearly 3,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate had been improperly stored at the port for years, despite repeated warnings. A 2021 Human Rights Watch report indicated that the government was aware of the risk before the blast. Families of the victims continue to demand justice, citing ongoing delays in the legal process. The current government has emphasized accountability, with Justice Minister Adel Nassar stating that no official will be spared. The disaster revealed systemic corruption and negligence within Lebanon's political and judicial systems.

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Lebanon marks sixth anniversary of Beirut port blast as calls for justice continue

Lebanon marked the sixth anniversary of the devastating Beirut port explosion, which killed at least 220 people and caused widespread destruction. Despite investigations implicating several high-ranking officials, no one has been held accountable for the incident. Nearly 3,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate had been improperly stored at the port for years, despite repeated warnings. A 2021 Human Rights Watch report indicated that the government was aware of the risk before the blast. Families of the victims continue to demand justice, citing ongoing delays in the legal process. The current government has emphasized accountability, with Justice Minister Adel Nassar stating that no official will be spared. The disaster revealed systemic corruption and negligence within Lebanon's political and judicial systems.

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