In a heartfelt gesture of solidarity and support, India has sent essential medical supplies to the embattled nation of Lebanon. Lebanon has faced severe devastation following strategic military actions against Hezbollah by Israel. This situation has compelled many citizens to seek refuge in safer territories. Randhir Jaiswal, the spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, announced on Friday that India dispatched an 11-ton batch of life-saving medical supplies to this Middle Eastern country.
33 Tons of Medical Aid on Its Way
Jaiswal shared on X (formerly Twitter), 'India is extending humanitarian aid to Lebanon. A total of 33 tons of medical supplies are en route, with the first shipment of 11 tons already on its way today.' His post elaborated that these shipments include an array of pharmaceutical products such as cardiovascular medications, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), anti-inflammatory agents, antibiotics, and anesthetics.
Israeli Airstrikes in Lebanon Result in Significant Loss of Life
Israel initiated a ground operation in Lebanon last month and is currently strategizing a response to missile attacks executed by Iran, an ally of Hamas and Hezbollah in Lebanon, on October 1. An Israeli airstrike on Thursday demolished the municipal headquarters in Lebanon, claiming the lives of at least 16 people, including the mayor of a significant southern Lebanese city. In aerial attacks a day prior, 22 individuals were reported killed.
The Associated Press reported that Lebanon's Ministry of Health stated that Israeli attacks against Hezbollah since last October have resulted in approximately 2,377 casualties in the nation. Furthermore, the conflict has led to the displacement of around 1.2 million residents, with over 400,000 children affected.
