King Salman Center distributes food aid in Mount Lebanon
As part of the ongoing humanitarian efforts of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to support brotherly and friendly peoples, the King Salman Center for Relief and Humanitarian Aid to implement its relief programs in the Lebanese Republic, where the center distributed urgent food aid targeting the most needy groups in Mount Lebanon Governorate.
Details of aid in the town of Aramoun
The aid distributed the day before yesterday in the town of Aramoun, Mount Lebanon Governorate, included 866 complete food baskets and 866 cartons of dates . These relief convoys targeted Syrian refugees and the host community in the area, with a total of approximately 4,330 individuals . This step is part of two vital projects implemented by the center: the food aid distribution project to support the most vulnerable families and the date distribution project in Lebanon for the year 2026.
The context of the humanitarian crisis and the importance of timing
This aid is doubly important given the difficult economic and living conditions currently facing Lebanon. The country is suffering from a severe economic crisis that has directly impacted the food security of both citizens and residents. Furthermore, the presence of large numbers of Syrian refugees in areas like Mount Lebanon is placing additional strain on available resources, making external relief intervention an urgent necessity to secure basic needs and alleviate the suffering of vulnerable families.
The Kingdom's leading role in humanitarian work
This initiative is an integral part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's humanitarian strategy, implemented through its humanitarian arm, the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre. Since its establishment, the Centre has consistently provided assistance without discrimination, extending its reach to various parts of the world, with a particular focus on Arab countries facing crises and disasters. These efforts reflect the Kingdom's moral and humanitarian commitment to those affected and its ongoing pursuit of food security for vulnerable populations.
Strengthening fraternal ties
The importance of these projects extends beyond the purely material aspect, encompassing the strengthening of the bonds of brotherhood and solidarity between the Saudi and Lebanese peoples. These ongoing efforts reaffirm the Kingdom's unwavering support for its brothers and sisters in times of hardship, harnessing its logistical and material resources to ensure aid reaches those in need efficiently and swiftly, thus contributing to greater social stability in the targeted areas.
