Rafic Hariri Memorial Day is observed in Lebanon every February 14, commemorating the former Prime Minister Rafic Hariri, who was assassinated on this date in 2005. Hariri, born on November 1, 1944, was a prominent figure in Lebanese politics and played a crucial role in the country's recovery following the civil war, particularly through his involvement in the 1989 Taif Agreement. He served as prime minister from 1992 to 1998 and again from 2000 to 2004, resigning during a political crisis. The memorial day serves as a day of remembrance for Hariri and the 22 others who lost their lives in the bombing that killed him, which was attributed to Hezbollah according to a UN investigation. Observances typically include memorial events and reflections on Hariri's contributions to Lebanon's reconstruction and political landscape.