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WFP Lebanon Country Brief June 2026
By World Food Programme at ReliefWeb
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
. In May 2026, WFP assisted 850,000 people across all activities, including 264,000 conflict-affected people reached through emergency food and cash assistance. As needs continue to outpace existing resources, WFP requires additional flexible funding to maintain and scale assistance levels and addre
Key takeaway As of 1 June, WFP requires approximately USD 91 million to sustain emergency cash, food and fuel assistance.
Why this matters
The World Food Programme's efforts in Lebanon highlight the ongoing struggle to meet the needs of conflict-affected populations. With 850,000 people assisted in May 2026, the organization's resources are being stretched thin, and the requirement for an additional USD 91 million to sustain emergency assistance through December underscores the urgency of the situation. The fact that 70 percent of those assisted received cash support, while 30 percent received in-kind food, suggests a targeted approach to addressing the specific needs of different populations. The operationalization of alternative supply routes via Türkiye, Jordan, and other regional corridors is a critical step in enhancing the flexibility and resilience of WFP's operations in Lebanon. As the funding gap for July-December looms, the ability of WFP and its partners to secure additional resources will be crucial in maintaining assistance levels and preventing further humanitarian deterioration.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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