Beirut, Lebanon, Aug 4, 2026 (AFP) - Six years after Beirut port blast, victims' families say 'wound has not healed'

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2026-08-04

Families of victims of the Beirut port explosion gathered on Tuesday demanding answers and accountability on the sixth anniversary of the catastrophe, in a country long plagued by official impunity. "Until now, we haven't gotten justice. There has been no accountability and nobody has been arrested," said Hiyam al-Bikai from a rally at the port to commemorate victims of the disaster, including her son Ahmad. "This is an extremely painful annivers......

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