“Our team in Beirut brought to my attention the massive damage done to a city,” said Mike Pompeo.
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Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Tuesday offered US aid to Lebanon after Beirut was rocked by massive explosions.
“We are watching and are ready to help the Lebanese people as they recover from this horrific tragedy,” Pompeo wrote on Twitter.
Pompeo, in an accompanying statement, said the United States would await conclusions from Lebanese authorities on the cause of the explosions, which killed at least 50 people and razed the port in the Mediterranean city.
“Our team in Beirut has brought to my attention the tremendous damage done to a city and people who are dear to me, an added challenge in a time of already deep crisis,” said Pompeo, who has spoken in the past of his interest. staff for Lebanon. .
The US Embassy in Beirut encouraged Americans in the city to seek safety.
“There are reports of toxic gases released during the explosion, so all residents of the area should stay indoors and wear masks if available,” he said in a security alert.
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