NNA – A Kuwaiti military aircraft on Monday landed at Beirut’s Rafic Hariri International Airport carrying 40 tons of humanitarian and relief aid as part of Kuwait’s airlift initiative to support Lebanon amidst its ongoing crisis.  

The aid, provided by the Kuwait Red Crescent Society, was received at the airport’s airbase by Kuwaiti Chargé d’Affaires Abdullah Shahin, along with a delegation from the Kuwaiti Embassy and representatives of the Lebanese Red Cross, which took delivery of the shipment.  

Speaking from the airport, Shahin highlighted Kuwait's commitment to alleviating Lebanon's growing displacement crisis. 

“Today’s delivery of 40 tons of shelter and food aid, transported by the fourth airlift mission of the Kuwaiti Air Force, represents a donation from the Kuwait Red Crescent Society to the Lebanese Red Cross. This contribution aims to ease the burdens faced by our Lebanese brothers and sisters,” the Kuwaiti diplomat said.  

Shahin also provided an overview of Kuwait's recent humanitarian efforts in Lebanon. 

“The first shipment of aid was delivered to the Lebanese Ministry of Health, while the second and third were handed over to the Higher Relief Commission. Today’s consignment continues this coordinated support with the Lebanese authorities,” Shahin added.  

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