The United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator for Lebanon, Imran Riza, announced on Friday the allocation of $30 million from the Lebanon Humanitarian Fund to address urgent needs arising from the recent escalation of hostilities.
This funding aims to assist affected individuals, including displaced people and those returning to areas devastated by conflict.
In his statement, Riza emphasized the fund's unwavering commitment to crisis response. “The Lebanon Humanitarian Fund has not hesitated to support the displaced and those impacted by the conflict,” he said. “Even at the height of hostilities, it was among the first responders to provide funding to meet urgent needs swiftly.”
The recent surge in hostilities has resulted in significant human loss and widespread destruction of homes and critical civilian infrastructure, including essential services like healthcare, water and sanitation facilities.
Riza described the humanitarian aid as “an essential lifeline for individuals and communities affected by hostilities.” He added, “This allocation enables us to support those returning to their damaged areas as well as those who remain displaced.”
This $30 million funding will empower humanitarian organizations, both local and international, to provide assistance across several vital sectors.
These include food security through the delivery of essential supplies; shelter through the rehabilitation of damaged homes and provision of temporary housing solutions; and healthcare by strengthening facilities and ensuring access to emergency medical services.
Efforts will also focus on improving water and sanitation services to provide clean water and safe facilities, while supporting education to ensure children affected by the crisis can continue their studies. Protection services will be provided to vulnerable groups, particularly women and children.
Riza highlighted the importance of local engagement, stating that “the response will focus on prioritizing local and community efforts to ensure we can reach the most vulnerable.”
“As humanitarian efforts continue, cooperation between all stakeholders remains essential to address the urgent needs of the most vulnerable populations,” Riza concluded.
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