In the days since Hamas militants stormed into Israel early Oct. 7,…
Global Affairs Canada did not immediately respond on whether any Canadians were affected
Several public figures took to their social media accounts to denounce violence and call for calm
The hostilities have repeatedly escalated over the past week
Canada has so far committed $30 million to help pay for emergency food, water, shelter, medical help
An initial $1.5 million is going to organizations such as the Red Cross to help meet urgent needs
Officials say at least 135 people were killed and more than 5,000 were injured in the blasts
It was the most powerful explosion ever seen in the city
Some local TV stations reported the blast was at Beirut’s port inside an area where fireworks were stored
