Photos: KhalifaSat captures Beirut before and after blast

Thursday, 6 August 2020 18:19

By Sanooj Sherif

The UAE's KhalifaSat has captured images of Beirut before and after the deadly explosion.

Two satellite photos have been released by the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC).

"We hope that our brothers and sisters in Lebanon overcome these difficult times," said MBRSC in a tweet.

Beirut Port: Before and After
These 2 pictures were taken by Khalifa Sat before and after the blast that took place in Beirut on August 4, resulting in severe damage.
We hope that our brothers and sisters in Lebanon overcome these difficult times. pic.twitter.com/xxHxXF5vJC
— MBR Space Centre (@MBRSpaceCentre) August 6, 2020

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