Lebanese Government Responds to Deadly Building Collapse in Tripoli
In Tripoli, northern Lebanon, a tragic building collapse has resulted in the deaths of at least 14 people, with several others injured. The incident involved two adjoining buildings in the Bab al-Tabbaneh neighborhood, an area known for its deteriorating infrastructure. Rescue operations, led by civil defense teams and supported by the Lebanese Red Cross, have concluded after recovering the bodies of the victims. The Lebanese government, under the direction of President Joseph Aoun, has mobilized emergency services to assist in rescue efforts and provide shelter for displaced residents. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has pledged housing allowances for those affected. The collapse has sparked anger among residents, highlighting the city's long-standing issues with unsafe structures and neglect. 
