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Foreign Secretary horrified by Lebanon bombing

Foreign Secretary William Hague said that this was a horrendous act that showed an appalling contempt for human life

• From: Foreign & Commonwealth Office and The Rt Hon William Hague
• Published: 19 October 2012

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Commenting on the car bomb in central Beirut today, the Foreign Secretary William Hague said:

“I am horrified by the massive car bomb in Beirut today. This is a horrendous act that shows an appalling contempt for human life. My thoughts are with the friends and families of those who lost their lives as well as with those who have been injured. We remain fully committed to supporting the Lebanese Government in their efforts to build a more stable and secure Lebanon.”

Published 19 October 2012