These 16 Powerful Paris & Beirut Photo Tributes From Around The World Reflect Solidarity
by N/A, 9 years ago |
5 min read
As the world mourns the lives lost during the heinous terrorist attacks that struck Paris and Beirut on November 13, people from Australia to Egypt to the U.S. are coming together to express solidarity and grief through these beautiful messages.
The horrific Paris attacks, claimed by terrorist group ISIS, killed at least 129 people on November 13.
Meanwhile, Beirut also mourned the loss of 44 innocent people after what was their bloodiest attack in years. In wake of the tragedy, the cities have received outpouring support from around the world, as countries show their solidarity.
1. The flowers left outside of the French Embassy in Washington D.C.
2. Cristo Redentor in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil was lit up in red, white and blue.
3. "We weep, but never fear" sign made by Parisians staying strong.
4. The Great Pyramid of Giza was lit with Egyptian and Lebanese flags in honor of Beirut.
5. 44 candles were powerfully lit for the 44 people who died in the Beirut attacks.
6. The Sydney opera house was lit in red, white and blue to honor the Paris victims.
7. Roses were placed in the bullet holes at Le Carillon bar from the deadly attacks.
8. Brandenburg Gate in Berlin was also lit up to honor France.
9. London paid tribute to France by lighting up the London Eye.
10. City Hall in San Francisco showed their support by illuminating the colors of the French flag.
11. Niagra Falls changed the colors of their lights to support Paris.
12. This powerful "not afraid" message from Parisians was beautifully captured as the people came together.
13. "We stay strong and united in the face of barbarians."
14. People gathered around a symbol of the Eiffel Tower in Lausanne, Switzerland to show solidarity.
15. Artists from around the world displayed their support.
16. This sign that says it all: "It's our heart that's being killed."
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