Record sum needed to handle burden on Lebanon from Syria's civil war
Record sum needed to handle burden on Lebanon from Syria's civil war
CNN, 17 Dec 2013
URL: http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/16/world/meast/syria-civil-war-lebanon/
The government of Lebanon cried out to the world for help Monday over the strain the civil war in neighboring Syria is putting on its country. It needs a record amount of cash. The exodus of people fleeing lives and homes ripped apart by bombs and bullets for the safety of Lebanon does not want to abate. Aid workers from 60 agencies need more money than ever to tackle the mounting humanitarian crisis.