Berlin Pledges $103 Million in Aid to Lebanon Amid Humanitarian Crisis

Berlin: The German government has committed 96 million euros (approximately USD 103 million) in aid to Lebanon, as announced during an international aid-pledging conference in Paris. This financial assistance is aimed at helping Lebanon manage the ongoing humanitarian crisis resulting from Israeli occupation attacks. According to Kuwait News Agency, the announcement was made through a press release by the German Foreign Ministry. The contribution reflects Germany's efforts to support the Lebanese government in addressing the urgent humanitarian needs of its population. The aid package is part of a broader international effort to provide relief to countries affected by regional conflicts. The aid pledge follows a previous commitment made by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who on Wednesday stated that Germany would provide 60 million euros (USD 64 million) in aid to Lebanon. This initial commitment was communicated during a phone call between Chancellor Scholz and Lebanese Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati , as reported by a German government spokesperson in a press statement. The increased aid amount underscores Germany's recognition of the severity of the crisis in Lebanon and its willingness to contribute significantly to international relief efforts.