Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the United Nations Special Coordinator for Lebanon, on Monday expressed deep concern over the impact of war on the civilian population in a recent post on X. She stated, 'Lost under the beating drums of war is the voice of the silent majority: the women, men, and children who find themselves, yet again, helpless facing an uncertain future.' Plasschaert emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire, noting that calls for peace have gone unheeded as a harsh reality looms over the affected communities. Source: National News Agency - Lebanon
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