Lebanon still in crisis 1 year after Beirut explosion as Christian Aid and partners help thousands
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One year after a major explosion tore through the capital Beirut, Lebanon remains in crisis, with the World Bank describing it “sinking into one of the most severe global crises episodes” and “prolonged economic depression” as Christian Aid and its partners battle to help thousands of those suffering.
Tomorrow marks the anniversary of the sudden explosion that ripped through the port of Beirut on 4 August, 2020, sending shock waves through densely populated areas.
More than 200 people lost their lives, and over 6,500 people were injured. Homes, businesses, schools, and hospitals were destroyed with an estimated 300,000 people left homeless.
Hezbollah and Nasrallah
Hassan Nasr Allah (Nasrallah) is currently the Secretary General of Hezbollah. He was born in August 31, 1960 in the poorest section of East Beirut called
Nabaa.
Hassan was the eldest among
9 offspring and his father supported this vast family selling vegetable. Hassan refrained from playing soccer with the neighboring kids or joining them for a swim; he was deeply religious and admired greatly
Imam Moussa Sadr who gave the Muslim Shia sect sense of their pride and potentials in the Lebanese fabrics.
The regions of predominantly Shias in south Lebanon and in the Bekaa Valley were neglected in the budgets for infrastructure by the central government since the independence in 1943.
Lebanese Air Force chief: The future of air power, and its role in fighting terrorism By: Brig. Gen. Ziad Haykal January 11 The rapid evolution of technology has imposed radical changes to the principles of military planning, on the tactical and strategic level, within the armed forces in general, and air forces in particular, in the war against terrorism. The use of precision fires and its relevant technology has by far overthrown that of mass fires, as minimizing collateral damage and reducing civilian casualties has become a priority. We cannot neglect the expanding role of drones and the potential they provide for military operations. Furthermore, cyber capabilities and electronic warfare have quickly entered the scene of modern warfare as essential assets.