UAE Provides $100 Million Lifeline to Lebanon Amid Israeli-Hezbollah Conflict

The UAE has provided $100 million in emergency aid to help the people of Lebanon. This aid comes under the guidance of UAE President Sheikh Mohamed. The news agency of UAE WAM has confirmed this support. This announcement of aid comes as part of the ongoing effort of the UAE to stand with Lebanon during its difficult time when it is in a situation of crisis, which is caused by the war between Israel and Hezbollah. 

As per news agencies in Lebanon, Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon have already killed more than 1,000 people and injured several others.

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The president of the UAE said in a statement “The UAE stands by its brothers in Lebanon and is dedicated to offering support during these difficult times.” a news portal in Lebanon confirmed it.

According to The National,  Rashid Al Mansouri, secretary general of the Emirates Red Crescent Authority stated, “We are now ready to work in co-ordination with the specialists in providing what is necessary, We are always ready to provide because we have storage in case of an emergency. The food supplies are ready, we have them in our warehouses. We are just waiting for the instructions at the time of the launch.

“Under the leadership’s guidance, we have developed the capacity to provide food supplies and necessities at short notice, ensuring that we are always prepared to meet the needs of those in distress.”

So UAE has stressed the need to ensure unity, sovereignty, and integrity in Lebanon. Lebanon has been facing several economic and political challenges along with the issue of Hezbollah. 

GCC has also expressed the need for an immediate ceasefire on the southern border of Lebanon.  The Secretary-General of the GCC called for an immediate ceasefire to secure Lebnase people.

The commitment of the UAE to support humanity in Lebanon during these challenging times reflects the importance of international solidarity and humanitarian assistance. This is not the first time that the UAE has come forward to help save humanity. Earlier we saw the Gaza war, African floods and other examples.