The Lebanese President has promised a full inquiry into the deadly Beirut blast that killed more than 100 people, including an Australian.
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It's believed the explosion was sparked by a fire that activated ammonium nitrate fertiliser, shattering the city's homes and buildings.
A two week state of emergency has been declared in Beirut and some residents are blaming ministers for the disasters, accusing them of negligence.
President Michel Aoun who visited the site on Wednesday, says he wants to punish those responsible but right now, global help is critical.
