2005 assassination

The 2005 assassination refers to the killing of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafik Hariri on February 14, 2005, in Beirut. A large explosion destroyed his motorcade, resulting in his death along with others. This event shocked Lebanon and the world, highlighting political tensions and external influences in Lebanon’s internal affairs. Investigations linked the attack to Syrian and Lebanese political figures, leading to widespread protests and calls for change. The assassination significantly impacted Lebanon’s politics, sparking the Cedar Revolution, which aimed to end Syrian influence and promote independence and reform.