Greece has announced its intention to urge the European Union to provide medical treatment for injured Lebanese civilians affected by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis made the commitment during a meeting with his Lebanese counterpart, Abdallah Bou Habib, in New York. This meeting took place on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly.
According to a statement released by the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Gerapetritis expressed deep concern about the escalating violence in the region and the potential for the crisis to spread further.
He emphasized the importance of breaking the “vicious cycle of violence and confrontation,” calling for immediate measures to halt the conflict.
The statement also highlighted that Greece would work to mobilize support within the European Union to provide centralized medical assistance to Lebanese citizens who have been injured and require urgent care.
Lebanon has been severely impacted by the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, the Lebanese militant group.
The conflict has led to a growing humanitarian crisis, with civilians caught in the crossfire. Lebanon’s health infrastructure, already weakened by the country’s economic collapse and the aftermath of the 2020 Beirut explosion, is struggling to cope with the rising number of casualties.
The call for European Union intervention comes as part of broader international efforts to address the humanitarian fallout in Lebanon.
Greece, a key member of the EU, is using its diplomatic channels to ensure that injured Lebanese civilians receive the necessary medical treatment.
This appeal for EU assistance follows several warnings from international organizations, including the United Nations, about the growing humanitarian crisis in the region.
The Greek foreign minister’s call aligns with ongoing international diplomatic efforts aimed at containing the conflict and preventing further escalation, as nations worldwide grapple with how best to address the war’s human toll.
With Lebanon’s hospitals overwhelmed, the need for external medical assistance is becoming increasingly urgent.
