Beirut Lebanon Explosion
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Lebanon’s prime minister among those charged with negligence in Beirut explosionThe four charged are the most senior individuals to be indicted so far in the investigation, which is being conducted in secrecy.WorldDec 10, 2020
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Ottawa to waive some immigration fees for Lebanese-Canadians and familyThe Immigration Department also says it will rush travel documents for Canadian citizens in Lebanon and prioritize applications for non-citizens if they're related to Canadians and live in the areas damaged by the massive detonations in the port on Aug. 4.CanadaSep 4, 2020
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U.S. calls for reform in Lebanon, says there can be no ‘bailout’A team of FBI investigators is due to arrive in Lebanon this weekend to take part in the probe of Beirut's massive explosion, a senior U.S official said on Saturday after visiting the location of the blast.WorldAug 15, 2020
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2 Canadians among those killed in Beirut explosion: TrudeauThe Aug. 4 explosion killed more than 175 people, injured at least 6,000 and left tens of thousands homeless.Aug 14, 2020
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Lebanese have little hope investigation into explosion will bring answersIran and Turkey lashed out at their regional rival the United Arab Emirates on Friday over its decision to normalize diplomatic relations with Israel, accusing it of betraying the Palestinian cause, even as much of the international community welcomed the move.WorldAug 14, 2020
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‘Any noise makes him jump’: Children in Beirut battle trauma after deadly explosionThe massive explosion of nearly 3,000 tons of ammonium nitrate in Beirut's port killed more than 170 people, injured about 6,000 others and caused widespread damage.WorldAug 12, 2020
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Canada adds $25M more to Lebanon aid after deadly Beirut blast for $30M totalThe government has also increased the limit for the Lebanon Matching Fund to $5 million, and urged Canadians to continue donating.WorldAug 10, 2020
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Canada will support independent investigation into what caused the Beirut explosion, minister says'Canada also supports an independent investigation to understand what happened and how we can ensure a tragedy like this never happens again,' Karina Gould tweeted on Sunday.CanadaAug 9, 2020
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Lebanon facing ‘perfect storm’ of devastation after deadly blast, unrest: expertSerious conversations about governance reform and debt forgiveness needed, says Bessma Momani.CanadaAug 9, 2020
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Lebanon must build ‘free and strong’ coexistence after explosion: Pope Francis"Last Tuesday’s catastrophe calls everyone, beginning with the Lebanese people, to work together for the common good of this beloved country," Pope Francis said.WorldAug 9, 2020
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