Statement about the explosion that occurred at Beirut Port

The Army command-Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement:

The Army HQ expresses its deepest condolences to all the relatives of the martyrs killed by the disastrous explosion that happened yesterday at Beirut Port, and wishes the speedy recovery to all the injured.

The Army HQ calls the citizens to evacuate the area during the removal of damage caused by the explosion. It also asks homeowners and property owners to comply with all the procedures taken and to cooperate with the Security Forces who are deployed in the area.