Lebanon – Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati warned that the country is experiencing one of the most dangerous crises, stressing that the assistance provided by the international community constitutes a top priority and importance.
In his speech during a meeting that included ministers concerned with Lebanon’s plan to respond to the crisis it is going through, with the participation of the United Nations and donor countries, Mikati said: “Lebanon is subjected to continuous aggression, in clear violation of international humanitarian law. To date, about 2,400 people have been martyred, more than 10,000 others have been injured, and about a million of our people have been displaced due to the devastating war waged by Israel, and the losses are still rising.
He stressed that “in this difficult circumstance, it is necessary to move forward with the implementation of the Lebanese response plan to enhance public services and ensure adequate support for Lebanese institutions, in addition to providing immediate humanitarian assistance,” warning that “Lebanon is experiencing one of the most dangerous crises and now has the highest rate of displaced people.” Internationally, it cannot alone provide the basic needs of all vulnerable populations on its territory in the short and medium term. Therefore, the assistance provided by the international community, as appreciated and reflected in the response plan, constitutes utmost importance and a top priority in the current circumstance.”
In turn, the United Nations Resident Representative and Humanitarian Coordinator in Lebanon, Imran Riza, said: “In these unstable times, there can be nothing more important than working together to ensure that our goals are constantly pursued, priorities are set, and transparency and accountability are ensured within the response.”
As for the head of the Doctors Syndicate, Youssef Bakhash, he stated that several topics were discussed. The first concerns the hospital sector, which has received more than 11,000 injured people since September 17 until today. As for the second topic that we discussed with the Prime Minister, it relates to the war-wounded. We, as doctors and hospitals, have been able to treat them until today, but they need… “For follow-up, treatment, reconstructive surgeries, and physical and psychological rehabilitation.”
He added: “We put before the Prime Minister the proposals and necessary means to stand by those wounded who need a long course of treatment, perhaps weeks, months, or years.”
Source: RT
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