A massive explosion has spread to the Lebanese capital Beirut – BBC News

A massive explosion has swept through the Lebanese capital Beirut. Dozens of people have been killed in the blasts, including others unknown – officials say the death toll is expected to rise sharply. Thousands of people have been injured. It is not yet known what caused the explosion. The Lebanese prime minister has said his country is facing a catastrophe and Beirut is in mourning. He has held on to what he was in charge of. It is not yet clear whether the explosion was intentional. A huge explosion was sent to the city’s port due to urban flooding, the destruction of many buildings and windows many miles away. City hospitals overwhelmed thousands of injured seeking treatment. Sophie Raworth has presented a report by Jeremy Bowen, editor of Teny Middle East at BBC News. Subscribe HERE .

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