More than 217 people were killed and 7,000 injured when 2,750 tons of ammonium nitrate exploded in Beirut’s port on 4 August 2020. The blast displaced 300,000 people and caused widespread destruction and devastation, damaging buildings up to 20km away. Lebanese authorities have spent the past year shamelessly obstructing victims’ quest for truth and justice. Amnesty International stands with the victims and their families. | Amnesty International USA

Live plants act as natural filters by consuming nitrates, ammonia and other waste products produced by fish and decaying matter. They help maintain water quality by reducing harmful compounds, promoting a healthier environment for fish and other inhabitants. | Flip Aquatics