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Lebanese Red Cross Helps 500 People This Weekend
After an intense and chaotic weekend of violent clashes between protestors and riot police, we would like to take a moment to express our thanks and gratitude to the Lebanese Red Cross, who have been completing their humanitarian duties relentlessly since the outbreak of the revolution.
Sources report that more than 500 people were injured this weekend only, the heaviest toll since the protests erupted three months ago.
Amidst all the violence, Red Cross volunteers were readily available at the scene, transporting the injured to the nearest hospitals and treating others on spot when needed.
So I think we all owe these heroes a heartfelt thank you.
The Red Cross was established in Lebanon in 1945, later joining the international organization of the Red Cross in 1947. It has over 2500 volunteers in the country and is regarded fondly by both citizens and the country’s various political factions for its insistence on neutrality throughout various internal and external conflicts.
Sources report that more than 500 people were injured this weekend only, the heaviest toll since the protests erupted three months ago.
Amidst all the violence, Red Cross volunteers were readily available at the scene, transporting the injured to the nearest hospitals and treating others on spot when needed.
So I think we all owe these heroes a heartfelt thank you.
— Lebanese Red Cross (@RedCrossLebanon) January 19, 2020
The Red Cross was established in Lebanon in 1945, later joining the international organization of the Red Cross in 1947. It has over 2500 volunteers in the country and is regarded fondly by both citizens and the country’s various political factions for its insistence on neutrality throughout various internal and external conflicts.
