President al-Assad sent a cable to his Lebanese counterpart Michel Aoun, according to the Syrian Presidency.
President al-Assad expressed his grief and sorrow on the loss of lives in Beirut port’s explosion that occurred today, offering condolences to the Lebanese leadership and people and wishing speedy recovery to wounded ones.
“We affirm our support to Lebanon and our solidarity with its people.. We are sure that you can overcome the impacts of this tragic event and rebuild what have been destroyed as soon as possible,” the president said.
Basma Qaddour