A line-up of locally-known hairstylists are collaborating on a humanitarian project offering haircuts and new makeovers for UAE residents with all the proceeds directed to the Lebanese Red Cross.
177 deaths and 5,000+ injured after Beirut blasts
Thick plumes of smoke filled the Beirut sky on Tuesday, 4th August until a massive mushroom-shaped explosion devastated a whopping majority of its Downtown claiming 177 lives and 5,000 casualties. Viral footage surfaced the internet showing destroyed buildings, roads, shops and vehicles in the aftermath, following a slew of protests and a political crisis as Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab announced his resignation.
UAE in solidarity with Lebanon
Within hours after the blasts, Burj Khalifa lit up its facade in the colours of Lebanon’s flag showing solidarity with victims.
Emir of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum also tweeted a message condoling to the death of the victims, wishing the country “patience and solace.”
30 tons of medical aid sent by the UAE after Beirut blasts
Within a day, the UAE dispatched 30 tons of medical aid and supplies under the directives of Sheikh Mohammed. Check it out:
Lebanese residents welcomed with roses at Dubai International Airport
As if the UAE’s efforts to aid Beirut blasts victims weren’t enough, incoming Lebanese residents and visitors at the Dubai International Airport’s (DXB) Terminal 3 were welcomed by immigration officers with roses.
Here’s your chance to help rebuild Beirut and get yourself a new hairstyle
If you’re looking to make a difference for Beirut, the Emirates Red Crescent is organizing a charity next week hosting some of Dubai’s prominent hairstylists from Friday, 28th-Monday, 31st August, offering a wash, cut and blowdry for 315 dhs, following a wash and cut for Dhs 105.
Appointments can be made by calling 058 591 7577.
Photograph credit: Supplied
Read: UAE’S KHALIFASAT REVEALS SATELLITE IMAGES OF BEIRUT BEFORE AND AFTER BLASTS
Read: 78 KILLED AND 4,000 CASUALTIES CAUSED AFTER TWIN EXPLOSIONS IN BEIRUT
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