RAMALLAH/GAZA, Aug. 4 (Xinhua) -- Palestine on Tuesday expressed its solidarity with Lebanon after massive explosions rocked Lebanese capital Beirut.
According to the official Palestinian news agency WAFA, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas said his country is ready to provide any support it could to Lebanon to help it recover from the tragedy, while sending his condolences to the families of the victims.
Meanwhile, Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Ishtaye said in a press statement that Palestine is "ready to put all its capabilities" for the service of Lebanon and provide any needed assistance immediately.
Member of the Palestine Liberation Organization's Executive Committee Hanan Ashrawi also expressed sorrow over the "devastating tragedy," wishing for Beirut to overcome the calamity.
For his part, Head of Islamic Hamas movement's politburo Ismail Haniyeh phoned Lebanese President Michel Aoun, stressing his support amidst this grave situation. Enditem
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