Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday sent a message of condolences to his Lebanese counterpart Michel Aoun over a massive blast that ripped through Beirut killing at least 100 people.

In his message, Xi said he was shocked to learn about the huge explosions in Beirut, which caused heavy casualties.

On behalf of the Chinese government and people and in his own name, Xi extended profound condolences to the victims, conveyed heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved families and the injured, and wished the injured a quick recovery.

(With input from Xinhua)