Beirut Blast: Officials Point To Negligence, Not Nefariousness

The Beirut explosion, which killed over 100 people, is under investigation. Initially deemed an accident due to negligence, the explosion involved 2750 metric tons of ammonium nitrate stored at the port. President Trump speculated it might be an attack, reflecting one of many theories. The chemical, used in fertilizers and explosives, has raised concerns about Hezbollah's involvement, though analysts doubt arson as a tactic. Locals demand answers, fearing the incident could destabilize Lebanon further amid ongoing political pressures.

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