The disaster was triggered by a flash flood of tsunami-like proportions that breached two aging river dams upstream from the coastal city. This catastrophic event unfolded following the impact of Mediterranean storm Daniel on September 10th, which swept entire neighborhoods away and left countless individuals submerged in the sea.
As of now, the official death toll stands at over 3,300 lives lost, but there are fears that the final count will be significantly higher. International aid organizations estimate that up to 10,000 people may still be missing.
Approximately 43,500 individuals have been forced from their homes due to the flooding in northeastern Libya, as reported by the International Organization for Migration. The urgent needs in these affected regions include access to food, clean drinking water, and essential mental health and psychological support for those grappling with the trauma of this disaster.
Amidst these dire circumstances, there have been speculative discussions regarding Meghan Markle's involvement in orchestrating a charitable image related to the Libya disaster. According to an anonymous source in a blind item, Meghan allegedly sought the assistance of a photographer friend to manipulate images that would portray her as a humanitarian contributor to the relief efforts in Libya. The source claimed that Meghan saw this as an opportunity to enhance her philanthropic image, even though she refrained from personally participating in any on-ground relief efforts.
These claims have generated mixed opinions and remain a topic of investigation. Meghan Markle has previously shown a desire for recognition in her charitable endeavors and an inclination to associate herself with prominent figures, as demonstrated by her attendance at Kevin Costner's charity event. However, some argue that her celebrity status could be better utilized to address pressing issues in her own community, such as child disappearances, hunger, homelessness, and rising crime rates, instead of focusing primarily on self-promotion.
In other news, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been cautioned that they may not continue to leverage their royal connections to boost their profile in their new California life. Since stepping down as working Royals in 2020 and relocating to the US, the couple has reportedly mingled with Hollywood stars and counts celebrities like Ellen DeGeneres, Cameron Diaz, and Oprah Winfrey among their neighbors.
However, there is a growing sentiment that this approach contradicts the late Queen's belief that one cannot be a part-time Royal, selectively participating in royal events. Some royal experts suggest that King Charles and Prince William may not endorse such a model, given Queen Elizabeth's strong stance against it. Tom Quinn, author of "Guilded Youth: An Intimate History of Growing Up in the Royal Family," commented that the late Queen's firm belief was against hobnobbing with celebrities in America for an extended period and then returning to pick and choose royal events.
The couple's actions in their new life have reportedly impacted their public image perception, with polls indicating a mixed reception among the American public.
