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France and Qatar Deliver 27 Tons of Urgent Aid to Lebanon

Paris and Doha aim to support local aid groups amidst calls for a ceasefire and political stability in Lebanon.

  • French and Qatari military planes transported 27 metric tons of medicines, blankets, and hygiene kits to Lebanon.
  • The aid delivery is part of broader efforts by France to secure a ceasefire and prevent Lebanon from descending into chaos.
  • France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot warned that Lebanon could become a hub of instability similar to Syria if no action is taken.
  • Talks for a ceasefire have been stalled since the end of September following Israeli airstrikes in Beirut.
  • France plans to convene a conference focusing on humanitarian aid, strengthening the Lebanese army, and addressing the political vacuum.
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