Decryptions/Beyrouth : rencontre exclusive avec les victimes de l’explosion
Beyrouth : rencontre exclusive avec les victimes de l’explosion

Beyrouth : rencontre exclusive avec les victimes de l’explosion

4 chapters
  • Introduction and Setup(0'003'04)
    The location is approximately 100-150 meters from the port of Beirut where the explosion occurred.
    • Dina: Was not present during the explosion but her grandparents were injured on the top floor • Andrea: Was present at the time of the explosion and was severely injured
    To understand how the explosion happened and how victims are living with the trauma today.
    It is important to speak with survivors and listen to their experiences to comprehend the impact of this disaster.
  • Andrea's Personal Account and Physical Injury(3'044'43)
    Andrea was at home during the explosion and had blood and debris covering him, forcing him to run to get help.
    He underwent surgery but had to endure a 3-4 hour operation without anesthesia due to lack of availability.
    Physically, he experiences pain but manages; however, the mental toll is more severe than the physical injuries.
    • Emotional instability: alternating between crying and laughing uncontrollably • Morning anxiety: crying when waking up • Fear of returning to his apartment
  • LGBTQ+ Community Impact and Humanitarian Response(4'436'04)
    The LGBTQ+ community faces distinct consequences in a Middle Eastern country where they lack rights and protection.
    • A trans woman's house was completely destroyed; she fled to her family in the northern mountains • Her uncle threatened her with a revolver when discovered; her mother hid her • She was found five days after the explosion, still wearing the same clothes, traumatized and afraid
    She requires housing, food, clothing, and comprehensive support with no assistance from the state.
    Dina and other LGBTQ+ community members in Beirut launched a fund to directly help affected persons, with dozens of similar cases arriving daily.
  • Ongoing Coverage and Investigation(6'046'32)
    The journalist is staying in Beirut for several days to continue following affected persons.
    Beyond the explosion, covering the revolutionary movement happening in Lebanon.
    • Behind-the-scenes content available on Instagram • Livestreams on YouTube • Full documentary report coming in approximately ten days
    Invitation for viewers to follow the investigation and support the coverage of this important story.