Tag: Lebanon

Sheikh Mohammed launches education continuity programmes in Lebanon

DUBAI: Under the campaign launched by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to support Lebanon, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has initiated dedicated education programmes through the Digital School, under the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI). This initiative, known as the Lebanon Education Continuity Project (2024-2025), aims to ensure ongoing […]

Paris International Conference raises $1 billion in aid for Lebanon

PARIS: The Paris International Conference in Support of Lebanon, held today, Thursday, successfully raised around US$800 million for humanitarian aid, relief efforts, and to support Lebanon’s economy, along with an additional US$200 million allocated for the Lebanese Army, according to French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. French President Emmanuel Macron, during the conference’s opening, announced that […]

UAE supports Lebanon: second aid drive at Expo City Sunday

ABU DHABI: In continuation of the ‘UAE Stands with Lebanon’ national relief campaign, Dubai Exhibition Centre (DEC) at Expo City Dubai will hold a second aid collection drive on Sunday, October 20, 2024. The campaign, initiated under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and supervised by His Highness Sheikh […]

UAE landmarks display solidarity with Lebanon

DUBAI: Landmarks across the UAE have been lit up with the message “UAE Stands with Lebanon,” along with the Lebanese flag and map, as a sign of solidarity with the Lebanese people. This gesture reflects the UAE’s support for Lebanon during a difficult time. Famous sites like Burj Khalifa, Mubadala Tower, and ADNOC Building are […]

French President calls for immediate ceasefire in Lebanon

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron called on Saturday for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon. According to the Élysée, Macron emphasised during a phone call with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berr that “a ceasefire must be reached immediately in Lebanon.” Macron also expressed deep concern over the intensification of Israeli strikes in Lebanon and their “tragic […]

UAE Stands with Lebanon campaign begins today

ABU DHABI: The UAE Stands with Lebanon campaign begins today, October 8, demonstrating the UAE’s strong support for Lebanon. For more than 50 years, the UAE’s leadership and its people have consistently backed Lebanon, especially during challenging times. Launched by President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, this campaign will run until October 21 and […]

UAE sends six planes with aid to Lebanon under campaign

ABU DHABI: The UAE has dispatched six aid aircraft carrying around 205 tonnes of medical, relief, food and shelter supplies to Lebanon, to support the brotherly Lebanese people. The planes also included aid provided in cooperation with the World Health Organisation (WHO), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees […]

Emirates bans pagers, walkie-talkies onboard after Lebanon blasts

DUBAI: Emirates airlines bans pagers and walkie-talkies on its flights after sabotage attacks in Lebanon according to agency reports. The airline also extended flight cancellations for certain Middle East destinations due to escalating regional tensions. Passengers travelling to, from, or through Dubai are not allowed to carry pagers or walkie-talkies in either checked or cabin […]

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