Historical Events tagged with "ashrafieh"
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Crime & Law
Lebanon Bombing Claims Eight Lives
October 19th, 2012 12 years ago
A powerful bomb explosion in a predominantly Shiite area of Beirut resulted in the deaths of eight individuals and injuries to 110 others. The blast occurred on a busy street in the Ashrafieh neighborhood, known for its vibrant atmosphere. The attack was viewed as part of the growing sectarian tensions in Lebanon, exacerbated by conflicts in neighboring Syria. Security forces were quick to respond, cordoning off the area and investigating the motives behind the attack.
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