Pakistani PM expresses pain over Beirut explosions

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Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan on Wednesday expressed deep pain over the deadly explosions in the Lebanese capital Beirut on Tuesday.

"Deeply pained to hear of the massive explosions in Beirut with precious lives lost and thousand injured," Khan said on Twitter.

The prime minister wished speedy recovery of the injured and strength for the bereaved.

"We stand in solidarity with our Lebanese brethren in their difficult hour, sharing their sorrow and grief," he added.

Pakistani Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi also expressed solidarity with the Lebanese government and people on Twitter.

"Terribly tragic scenes from Beirut. Pakistan's prayers and thoughts are with the government and people of Lebanon in this difficult time."

The explosions in Beirut have caused at least 100 deaths and over 4,000 injured, with many more missing, Lebanese Health Minister Hamad Hassan announced on Wednesday.