Pope Francis Mourns Victims of Beirut Explosion Tragedy

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[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] Pope Francis expressed deep condolences for the victims of the Beirut explosion disaster in Lebanon.

On the 5th (local time), during the general audience homily held at the Vatican Apostolic Palace office, the Pope said, "A very powerful explosion occurred in the Beirut port area, causing many deaths and injuries," and suggested, "Let us pray for all the victims and their families."

The Pope also wished that Lebanon would quickly overcome this serious crisis with the support of the international community.

Earlier, in Beirut, the capital of Lebanon on the Mediterranean coast, around 6 p.m. on the 4th, 2,750 tons of ammonium nitrate stored in a port warehouse exploded. So far, more than 100 deaths and about 4,000 injuries have been reported from this accident.

Meanwhile, the Pope resumed the general audience from this day after a summer recess throughout July.

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