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Statement by the United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator for Lebanon, Imran Riza, at the launch of the Revised Flash Appeal
By UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs at ReliefWeb
· June 5, 2026
· 5 min read
. Thank you for joining us for the launch of the revised and extended humanitarian Flash Appeal for Lebanon. We gather here today after more than three months of severe violence and acute hardship. Communities across Lebanon are facing an appalling toll due to the escalation of hostilities. Too many
Key takeaway More than 3,500 people have been killed and more than 10,000 have been injured.
Why this matters
The revised Flash Appeal for Lebanon highlights the dire humanitarian situation in the country, with over 1.4 million people in need of aid. The scale of destruction and displacement is staggering, with nearly 1 million people forced from their homes and entire neighborhoods reduced to rubble. The impact on civilians, including health workers and first responders, is particularly alarming, with over 3,500 killed and 10,000 injured. The international community's response will be crucial in addressing the crisis, and their past support for Lebanon, such as after the Beirut Port explosion and during the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrates a commitment to the country's well-being. The appeal's emphasis on rebuilding lives and providing hope for the future of children underscores the need for sustained support to help Lebanon recover from this devastating conflict. The effectiveness of the response will depend on the ability of humanitarian organizations to deliver aid to those in need, and the international community's willingness to provide sufficient funding.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? . Thank you for joining us for the launch of the revised and extended humanitarian Flash Appeal for Lebanon. We gather here today after more than three months of severe violence and acute hardship. Communities across Lebanon are facing an appalling toll due to the escalation of hostilities. Too many
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