Maronite Patriarch Bechara Boutros Al-Rai called for an international investigation into the Beirut port explosion as the tragedy marks its fourth anniversary.
“We pray for the course of justice in the investigation of the Beirut Port explosion,” he stated during his Sunday sermon from Diman.
Patriarch Al-Rai renewed his condemnation of the devastating explosion. He extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims while offering prayers for the recovery of the injured. He emphasized the necessity of removing political and partisan interference from the judiciary, advocating for an international probe given the stagnation of the local investigation.
Al-Rai also expressed deep concern over the recent “scandal” surrounding the high school examinations, which he said “exposed rampant corruption and led to foreign universities’ reluctance to accept Lebanese students.”
On another note, the Patriarch highlighted the significance of celebrating a mass of thanksgiving for Blessed Patriarch Douaihy, describing him as a beacon of hope during trying times. He lauded Patriarch Estephan Douaihy as a paragon of knowledge and holiness, affirming his unparalleled legacy among the patriarchs.
The Patriarch’s address underscores a persistent call for justice and reform, reflecting widespread discontent with the current state of affairs in Lebanon.
