Germany Pledges €60 Million Aid to Lebanon Amid Ongoing Conflict
Minister Schulze visits Beirut to support refugees and defend arms exports to Israel.
- German Development Minister Svenja Schulze visited Lebanon to announce additional aid for refugees affected by the ongoing conflict.
- The Bundestag has approved €60 million to assist with food, water, and healthcare for displaced persons in Lebanon.
- Approximately 800,000 people have been displaced within Lebanon due to the conflict, with many fleeing to Syria.
- Schulze emphasized the importance of stabilizing Lebanon for both regional and German interests.
- Germany has increased arms exports to Israel, totaling €94.05 million since August, amidst criticism in Lebanon.