Bassam, originally from Akkar, worked as a concierge in a building in Gemmayze. On August 4, 2020, a wall in the building where he worked fell over him, causing severe injuries including multiple fractures, intestinal hernia, and complete hearing loss. He still undergoes multiple surgeries namely related to his intestinal condition, and he needs a […]
Ahmad, born in 1979 is a maintenance manager at warehouse 21 at the Port of Beirut. He was injured as a result of the August 4 explosion that hit Beirut city. He underwent two surgical interventions for his right hand, but he still needs a third operation because he is unable to easily move it
On August 4, 2020, Mohamed was near his house in Karantina when the explosion pushed him up in the air, and he fell down to the ground. He sustained multiple injuries, ever since, he is suffering from difficulties in his hand movement, and he needs physical therapy sessions.
Hussein was visiting a friend on August 4, 2020, when a glass panel shattered all over him. He sustained severe injuries to his arms and legs, specifically his right leg, causing a puncture wound in his knee. Due to his diabetic condition, his wound got worse with time resulting in an arterial infection. He is
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Abdelrahim is a 1981-born chef working at Slate Bistro Grill in Gemmayze. On August 4, 2020, he fractured his right elbow as a result of the blast, causing severe muscle atrophy in his arm. He underwent intensive physical therapy for six months to recover his abilities as a kitchen chef. Today, he still suffers from
Ohanness worked in gold jewelry making in Ashrafieh. On August 4, 2020, he sustained severe back and hand injuries and tore his right-hand ligaments. Despite all treatments, he can’t walk like he used to. He also suffers from hearing loss. Ohanness lost his job and he currently battles depression. He is hopeless awaiting death.
Hassan Naim is a fisherman born in 1965. On August 4, 2020, he was in Gemmayze and he sustained a severe injury following the blast, causing him a partial 50% hearing loss. Until today, he still follows a treatment protocol.
Nazareth Maneslayan on the 4th of August, while he was in his house, he got injured in the explosion in his ears, which resulted in a hearing impairment, permanent confusion in one ear, and a complete injury in the second.
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Adib, a Syrian 42-year-old, was in a retail shop in Gemmayze with Jihad Banat and they were both injured in the blast. His left leg sustained a significant injury, and he underwent multiple knee surgeries. Today he has difficulties walking because it is challenging for him to bend his leg.
Jihad, born in 1973, is a painter. On August 4, 2020, he was in a retail shop in Gemmayze when the AC unit dropped on his head, causing a severe head injury. Jihad underwent multiple surgeries and partly recovered as he still suffers from difficulties in vision and hearing.
