UK Boosts Aid to Lebanon Amid Escalating Conflict

The UK government pledges £10 million in humanitarian aid and urges British nationals to evacuate as tensions rise in the Middle East.

An additional £10 million in aid from the UK aims to address urgent needs for shelter, clean water, and healthcare in Lebanon.
The UK has chartered flights to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon, with over 150 already flown back to the UK.
Approximately 700 UK troops and staff are stationed in Cyprus to assist with potential emergency evacuations.
Israel's military actions in Lebanon have intensified, leading to significant casualties and displacement of over 1.2 million people.
G7 leaders have called for a ceasefire and condemned Iran's military actions, emphasizing the need for regional stability.