Every year, Rafik Hariri Memorial Day is observed on February 14. It is a national holiday in Lebanon and aims to remember Prime Minister Rafik Hariri who was killed on this day in 2005. Rafik Hariri was also known as a wealthy Lebanese businessman. He is credited with starting an ambitious reconstruction program in Lebanon after the devastation of the civil war.
History
Rafik Hariri used his wealth for philanthropic projects in Lebanon, including the building of educational facilities and making large donations to various groups. Hariri was appointed as the first post-civil war prime minister of Lebanon in 1992. In October 2000, Hariri was re-elected as prime minister, serving until he resigned in October 2004. On 14 February 2005, Hariri was killed by a massive car bomb in Beirut, along with 22 other people.
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Dates
Year | Date | Day |
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2024 | February 14 | Wednesday |
2025 | February 14 | Friday |
2026 | February 14 | Saturday |
2027 | February 14 | Sunday |
2028 | February 14 | Monday |
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FAQs
Hariri was assassinated at the St. George Hotel in Beirut.