Russia Sends 24 Tons of Humanitarian Aid to Lebanon

A Russian aircraft carrying 24 tons of humanitarian aid landed at Beirut International Airport on Thursday morning.

This marks Russia’s third shipment of emergency supplies to Lebanon, as the country continues to reel from recent turmoil, especially in the southern regions.

Russian Ambassador to Lebanon, Alexander Rudakov, highlighted Russia's commitment to supporting those affected by the crisis.

Additionally, Rudakov announced that Russian nationals in Lebanon have the opportunity to return to Russia if needed, specifying that this is not an evacuation but an offer to help those unable to leave on commercial flights.

Major General Mohamed Khair, head of Lebanon's Higher Relief Commission, expressed gratitude for the aid, emphasizing its high quality and quantity.

He stressed that while international support is valuable, Lebanon’s government should lead efforts to address the growing hardship faced by its people.

“The deteriorating economic situation compounds the crisis, with homes destroyed and casualties mounting,” Khair stated.

Addressing concerns about security at Beirut’s airport, Khair assured that ongoing international flight activity is a positive signal of stability.

“The continued arrival of flights from major nations is itself reassuring,” he added, underscoring that flights remain on schedule without interruption.