Lebanese President Meets UN Chief to Urge Halt to Israeli Strikes Amid Displacement Crisis
Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun held a meeting with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Beirut, focusing on stopping Israeli military strikes on Lebanese territory. The UN chief reiterated his support for Lebanon's sovereignty and called for a ceasefire to prevent further escalation. The Lebanese president emphasized the necessity of halting hostilities to proceed with a peace initiative he has proposed. The meeting underscored the growing humanitarian impact, particularly on the more than 800,000 displaced people within Lebanon. Both leaders stressed the importance of restoring Lebanon’s full sovereign control over its borders and security to stabilize the country. The talks come amid... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 15:27
WFP Urgently Seeks $200M to Sustain Food Aid Amid Rising Hunger in Middle East
The World Food Programme (WFP) has announced an urgent funding appeal for $200 million to continue its food assistance programs across about 10 countries in the Middle East and Afghanistan. Escalating food prices, ongoing conflicts, displacement crises, and disruptions to global supply chains are severely stretching resources, leaving millions at heightened risk of hunger. The worsening situation affects vulnerable populations already dealing with fragile economies and conflict-driven instability. Without adequate funding, there is a real risk that food aid operations will be scaled back, further exacerbating hunger and malnutrition in the region. The WFP's call for funds highlights the broader... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 13 Mar 2026 03:51
