The Egyptian army sent a shipment of medical aid to Lebanon on Sunday amid ongoing Israeli air and ground attacks.
According to a military statement, a plane carrying tons of medical supplies was dispatched to help alleviate suffering caused by Israel’s military operations. The aid was sent following orders from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi.
Since the beginning of the Israeli attacks, several countries, including Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Egypt, and Iraq, have sent aid to Lebanon. International organizations like the European Union and the World Food Program are also providing support.
The Israeli military campaign, targeting Hezbollah, has killed over 1,180 people since September 23, according to Lebanon’s Health Ministry. Israel’s ground invasion of southern Lebanon began on October 1.
This escalation follows a prolonged conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which intensified after Israel’s offensive on Gaza that has killed nearly 41,900 people since last year.
Lebanese authorities report over 2,000 deaths, more than 9,600 injuries, and the displacement of 1.2 million people. The international community warns that the situation could escalate into a regional war.