Beirut, 4th August 2020: A huge blast has rocked downtown Beirut, Lebanon on Tuesday. According to reports from international media, a massive blast in Beirut port took place today damaging buildings and blowing out windows and doors as a giant mushroom cloud rose above the capital. Ship carrying fireworks exploded in Beirut An Associated Press photographer near the port saw people lying injured on the ground, and hospitals called for blood donations, but exact casualties were not immediately known. After Hajj success, Saudi Arabia to open Umrah Miles away from the blast, windows were shattered, balconies were knocked down, and ceilings got collapsed. Another video I was just sent – incredible damage from shockwave on Charles Malek street. #Beirut #Lebanon pic.twitter.com/4U6TJLvugz — Michael Downey (@mgdowney) August 4, 2020 The cause of the blast is still not known. The blast comes amid rising tensions between Israel and the militant Hezbollah group along Lebanon’s southern border. BCCI, the world’s richest cricket board, fails to pay players Some local TV stations reported the blast was at Beirut’s port inside an area where fireworks were stored. Another video is the explosion in #Beirut a few minutes ago. Praying for the safety of everyone. #Lebanon … Continue reading Massive explosion at Beirut Port