Sweden's new 70 million kronor package, financed within its aid budget, includes 65 million kronor allocated for 2026, distributed as follows: 22 million to UNHCR, 20 million to the Lebanon Humanitarian Fund, 10 million to the World Food Programme, 5 million to the International Committee of the Red Cross, 5 million to Save the Children, and 3 million to the Lebanese Red Cross. The Swedish government specified that 45 million kronor is earmarked for the 2026 budget year within existing core support agreements, while 20 million kronor from Sida is allocated for 2026. Development Minister Benjamin Dousa emphasized the urgency, stating that the need for emergency aid is great, and there are over a million Lebanese displaced by the war.
According to Aftonbladet, Dousa described the humanitarian situation for the civilian population as very serious, with multiple reports indicating over a million civilians have been displaced in Lebanon due to the conflict. 5 million the UK government announced earlier this year. 1 million via UNICEF.
UK Minister for the Middle East Hamish Falconer reiterated the need for the ceasefire to extend to Lebanon and expressed support for recent direct negotiations with Israel as the best path to enduring stability and security for both sides. Falconer said that conflict in the Middle East benefits no one, with the UK working with partners to de-escalate and pursue a political solution, and added that people in Lebanon are again suffering a conflict they did not choose, with displacement robbing families of security and dignity, and the UK is increasing support for those most in need, reflecting its commitment to regional stability. The EU announced humanitarian aid for Lebanon, with EU leaders expressing deep concern about the impact of the regional crisis on Lebanon and the serious consequences for the civilian population, including large-scale displacements.
The exact amount and specific allocation details of the EU humanitarian aid announced for Lebanon have not been disclosed. Political reactions included the Green Party welcoming Sweden's aid but saying Sweden should demand international sanctions against Israel to try to stop the warfare that underlies the need for aid in Lebanon. Minister Falconer reiterated that healthcare workers and first responders must be protected by all sides and that attacks on staff doing these vital roles are unacceptable.
The timeline and effectiveness of the ceasefire extension to Lebanon mentioned by the UK minister remain unclear, as do the details and progress of the direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. The total number of displaced people in Lebanon is also uncertain, with sources mentioning 'over a million' and 'over 800,000' without a precise figure. The specific impact and outcomes of the humanitarian aid provided by Sweden, the UK, and the EU in Lebanon have not been detailed.