Lebanon: Fatal Explosion at Al-Risala Scout Center in Banieffoul Village - Saida District

A large explosion occurred at the Al-Risala Scout Center in the village of Banieffoul, Saida district, late Monday into Tuesday. A correspondent from "Lebanon 24" reported that the explosion resulted in one fatality and several injuries, alongside severe material damage and the collapse of the building where the explosion took place. It was later reported that the deceased individual was Ali Tawfiq Al-Razz (Abu Hassan), the son of the mayor. Details of the incident remain unclear, but preliminary information suggests that the explosion may have been caused by an electrical short circuit. A video captured the moment of the explosion and the flames rising from the building, while other clips showed the destruction left behind. The explosion caused panic in the village due to its intensity.