Oman issues statement on Beirut explosions

The Sultanate has expressed its deep sorrow at the unfortunate explosions that took place at Beirut Port on Tuesday evening.

A statement issued late Tuesday said, "The Sultanate expresses its solidarity with the Republic of Lebanon and its brotherly people and extends sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and wishes for the speedy recovery of the wounded."

"The Sultanate also expresses its hope that Lebanon will overcome this painful ordeal and that peace prevails throughout its territories."

"Following the unfortunate explosion that rocked the Lebanese capital on Tuesday, the Embassy of Sultanate of Oman in Beirut confirms that all of its Omani citizens who are in Beirut are fine and thanking all who contacted them to check. The embassy extends its sincere condolences and sympathy to the families of the victims and we ask God to heal all the injured."