December 23, 2024
France pledges $108m aid to Lebanon as PM Mikati seeks to expand army
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France pledges $108m aid to Lebanon as PM Mikati seeks to expand army

France pledges $108m aid to Lebanon as PM Mikati seeks to expand army
France pledges $108m aid to Lebanon as PM Mikati seeks to expand army

France has pledged to provide 100 million euros, approximately $108 million, to support Lebanon amid a humanitarian crisis resulting from Israeli attacks that have displaced over a million people. President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the need for “massive aid” during an international conference held on Thursday.

At the conference in Paris, Macron condemned Israel for its ongoing military offensive in Lebanon and reiterated his call for a ceasefire. He hosted ministers and officials from more than 70 countries and international organizations, including the European Union and regional partners, to gather support for the cash-strapped Lebanese government.

The conference aimed to raise donations to address Lebanon’s urgent needs, with French organizers hoping to meet the $400 million that the United Nations has identified as necessary for immediate assistance.

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As the humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate, the international community is being urged to step up its efforts in providing aid and support to Lebanon.

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