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UAE President approves $30 million aid for displaced Lebanese in Syria

Sheikh Mohamed also directed to send six more flights to transfer humanitarian aid to the Lebanese people

Published: Mon 7 Oct 2024, 10:35 AM

Updated: Mon 7 Oct 2024, 10:46 AM

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The UAE President directed an urgent relief aid package worth $30 million to be displaced to Lebanese people currently taking refuge in Syria on Monday.

Sheikh Mohamed's initiative is part of the UAE's ongoing efforts to support those in Lebanon, help them face current challenges, and maintain its firm commitment to the Lebanese people.

The Ruler also directed to send six more flights to transfer humanitarian aid to the Lebanese people on Monday. The new aid will be in addition to the $100 million relief package the country had already pledged.

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Yesterday, 'The UAE is with you, Lebanon' relief campaign was launched, which is set to begin on Tuesday, October 8, and will continue until Monday, October 21, with the participation of the community, institutions, government and private entities.

This campaign comes after the UAE President earlier ordered an urgent relief aid package worth $100 million as part of the state’s efforts to support and assist the Lebanese brothers and stand with them in facing the current challenges and difficulties.

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