Lebanon government steps down amid violent protest over blast

Lebanon government stepped down on Monday night, less than a week after a massive explosion in Beirut killed more than 160 people and sparked days of violent protests.

Prime Minister Hassan Diab addressed the nation, announcing his resignation and that of his government in the wake of the blast, which he called a "disaster beyond measure." as published by CNN.

In an impassioned speech, Diab berated Lebanon's ruling political elite for fostering what he called "an apparatus of corruption bigger than the state."
"We have fought valiantly and with dignity," he said, referring to members of his cabinet. "Between us and change is big powerful barrier."

Also read: Massive explosion hits Beirut in Lebanon, over 100 dies, 4000 injured

A huge blast at Beirut port had devastated entire neighbourhoods of the city in Lebanon has killed more than 100 people and injured over 4,000, the Lebanese Red Cross said August 5^th, 2020.

“Until now over 4,000 people have been injured and over 100 have lost their lives. Our teams are still conducting search and rescue operations in the surrounding areas,” a statement said.

Lebanon’s Prime Minister Hassan Diab called on “friendly countries” to support a country already reeling from its worst economic crisis in decades and the coronavirus pandemic.

Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed shock at the loss of lives in the explosion that rocked Beirut and said India’s thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families and the injured.

The United Nations said it is actively assisting in the response to the horrific explosions that ripped through the port area of Beirut, as Secretary General Antonio Guterres expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the Lebanese people.

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