Trump says Beirut explosion seems to be 'bomb of some kind,' cites generals


A street is seen following an explosion in Beirut, Lebanon August 4, 2020, in this picture obtained from a social media video. We Love Lebanon/Tony Wakim/via REUTERS

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump on Tuesday cast a massive explosion in Beirut as a possible attack, despite statements by Lebanese leaders that it was likely caused by highly explosive material that had been stored at warehouses in the capital for years.

"The United States stands ready to assist Lebanon," Trump said at a White House briefing of Tuesday's explosion, which killed at least 78 people and injured thousands.

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