Armenian humanitarian aid trucks for Lebanon depart via Margara border crossing

Following negotiations with the Turkish side, the Office of the Prime Minister of Armenia and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reached an agreement to deliver humanitarian assistance to Lebanon through the Margara border crossing on the Armenian-Turkish border.

Four Armenian trucks carrying humanitarian aid designated for Lebanon crossed the Margara checkpoint on June 12 and continued their journey through Turkish territory toward Lebanon.

The humanitarian cargo totals 80 tonnes, including 38 tonnes of medicines and hygiene supplies, as well as 42 tonnes of food products, including canned goods and other non-perishable items.

The collection and coordination of medical supplies were overseen by Armenia’s Ministry of Health, while the procurement and coordination of food assistance were managed by the Ministry of Economy.