Overview

• 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.