Russia sends doctors, equipment to Lebanon
- Country:
- Lebanon
Russia's Ministry for Emergencies says that its first plane carrying relief teams, doctors and medical equipment has landed in Beirut
The ministry said Wednesday the aircraft has delivered a mobile hospital along with 50 emergency workers and medical personnel. Another three Russian flights are scheduled to arrive within the next 24 hours. They will carry equipment for a coronavirus testing lab and protective gear, among other relief supplies
The airlift follows a request for help from the Lebanese authorities faced with the aftermath of the massive explosion that devastated Beirut.
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