In the aftermath of Lebanon’s most horrific disaster, the world has been quick to react to the ongoing tragedy. Close allied and traditional adversaries of Lebanon paid tribute on to the victims of a massive and deadly blast in Beirut, as condolences and offers of help poured in.
Prime Minister Hassan Diab announced a day of mourning on Wednesday calling, calling on “friendly countries to support the country already reeling from its worst economic crisis in decades as well as no the pandemic.
A post on Twitter shows in Egypt, the pyramids light up with the Lebanese flag in a show of solidarity.
#Beirut
The pyramids of Egypt became the flag of the country as a sign of sympathy for the tragedy of Lebanon#Beirut pic.twitter.com/xIJU7LWqC6— Moqarrab Raza Khan (@moqarrabkhan) August 4, 2020
Also, UAE’s Burj Khalifa made sure its tallest skyscraper was lit up in the same way.
Burj Khalifa in Dubai, UAE lights up with the Lebanese flag in condolences of the tragic explosion that shook Beirut earlier today. May God have mercy.#بيروت #لبنان pic.twitter.com/yiU8GqV1sA
— Eng. Al Audhli العوذلي (@alaudhli) August 4, 2020
Some other countries also show their solidarity by sending help and medical equipment for those who are affected by the explosion since Lebanon is having an economic crisis and the pandemic which make it harder for them.
Source: Twitter Moqarrab Raza Khan, Twitter Al Audhli
