Fire At Beirut Blast Site Scares Residents, Fuels Anti-Government Fury

A fire broke out at the Beirut port, the same location as the August explosion that killed nearly 200 people. The fire started in an area storing cooking oil and spread to tires. While the fire is mostly out, it caused fear among residents, leading to speculation about government accountability and potential evidence destruction. The Lebanese government had resigned after the August explosion, but public frustration remains high. The fire also threatens Red Cross operations, which rely on the port for humanitarian supplies.

What has been the government's response to the explosions at the port?

What speculation arose among residents regarding the cause of the fire?