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

AMMONIUM NITRATE – FERTILIZER OR EXPLOSIVE? | LET’S DISCUSS Ammonium nitrate is commonly used as a fertilizer in agriculture, yet it is often labeled as dangerous. Why is that so? 🤔 In this class discussion, we will explore: • What ammonium nitrate is • Its everyday uses in farming and industry • Why it can become dangerous under certain conditions • Real-life incidents and the science behind them • How safety and proper handling reduce risks This discussion is meant to build scientific underst