A former Montreal resident is confirmed to be among the dead following today's explosion in Lebanon. His death was confirmed by Aref Salem, a city councillor for the Montreal borough of Saint-Laurent. Najarian was in his office when a huge explosion near the centre of Beirut sent shockwaves through the city, flattening port installations and shattering windows in buildings. Najarian's wife and two kids are still living in Montreal, Salem said. A successful businessman, Najarian was well known and active in his community, holding fundraisers in Montreal to help Christian communities on the borders of Lebanon, said Salem.

Source: CBC News August 04, 2020 21:49 UTC