UK Provides £5 Million to UNICEF for Lebanon Humanitarian Response

The UK government has announced a £5 million contribution to UNICEF to support humanitarian response efforts in Lebanon. This funding comes in the wake of recent air strikes that have resulted in further civilian casualties and displacement.

The essential humanitarian support will provide medical supplies, hygiene kits, and fuel for water stations to assist thousands of displaced civilians across Lebanon. It will also enable emergency teams to address urgent health and nutrition needs and provide training to frontline workers.

Minister for the Middle East and North Africa, Hamish Falconer, expressed deep concern over the rising number of civilian casualties and displacement in Lebanon. He emphasized the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire.

Development Director and Deputy Head of Mission at the British Embassy Beirut Victoria Dunne said: “We are profoundly saddened by the civilian deaths in Lebanon. The number of casualties and the scale of displacement is deeply distressing.”

“Alongside our tireless diplomatic efforts, the UK is providing £5m to UNICEF Lebanon, to deliver vital supplies to support thousands of displaced civilians facing a humanitarian emergency in Lebanon. The UK has been and will remain a strong supporter of Lebanon.”

The UK’s £5 million contribution to UNICEF will play a crucial role in delivering essential supplies and services to those affected by the crisis in Lebanon. This support demonstrates the UK’s ongoing commitment to humanitarian aid and its solidarity with the Lebanese people.