Beirut airport receives aid-laden Pakistani plane
A Pakistani aircraft delivering aid,
relief, and medical supplies landed at Rafic Hariri International Airport
in Beirut. The plane was welcomed by MPs Fadi Alameh and Bilal Abdallah, along
with Pakistan's Ambassador to Lebanon, Salman Atahari, and Major General
Mohammad Khair, Secretary-General of the Higher Relief Committee.
This flight marks the second aid delivery
to Lebanon, focusing on food and essential supplies for shelter centers.
Approximately 500 tons of aid from Pakistan is expected to arrive this week.
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The MPs expressed their gratitude to
the government and people of Pakistan, highlighting the support as a testament
to the strong ties between Lebanon and Pakistan. They expressed hope that
Lebanon would reciprocate during Pakistan's times of need.
In response, the Pakistani
Ambassador reaffirmed, “The government and people of Pakistan will continue to
support their Lebanese brothers during these challenging times,” emphasizing
Pakistan’s commitment to Lebanon’s sovereignty and the right of the Lebanese
people to live in peace and security.
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To date, two aid flights carrying a
total of 117 tons of relief supplies from Pakistan have reached Lebanon, with
more aid anticipated in the coming days.
Source: https://www.nna-leb.gov.lb/