VIDEO: Beirut – After the Blast

Unique footage of the aftermath of the blast and first-hand accounts of people caught in this tragic event.

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On August 4, a massive explosion hit the port of Beirut. At least 150 people died, and some 5,000 were injured. At that time a Russian crew were shooting a documentary in a small village, 40 kilometres from the capital. After the explosion, they rushed to the Lebanese capital.

The film shows unique footage of the aftermath of the blast and first-hand accounts of people who were injured and lost family members.

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