""We all are very worried about our family," Okmen said Thursday. He emphasized that the bombing of Beirut means there is no real safe zone in the capital, adding, "People are struggling as to where to go. Everyone is just ... scared.""
""We called family and friends back home. They were really happy about the ceasefire. And a few hours later, we got confirmation that it apparently didn't apply to Lebanon. That was ridiculous. It was supposed to be included. It's frustrating.""
""We're hoping that everybody can live in peace over there," Okmen said, expressing his desire for a better situation for his loved ones in Lebanon amidst the ongoing violence."
The recent Israeli bombings in Lebanon have left Toronto residents, particularly those with family in the region, feeling anxious and helpless. Ali Okmen, owner of Lebanese Garden, expressed deep concern for his family and friends in Lebanon, highlighting the lack of safe zones in Beirut. Health officials report over 300 deaths and more than 1,150 injuries from the strikes. Despite initial relief from a ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, Okmen's hope was dashed when he learned it did not apply to Lebanon. He continues to hope for peace.
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