New Delhi: India has once again demonstrated its commitment to being a first responder in times of crisis, with Lebanon's Ambassador to India, Rabie Narsh, recently highlighting India's swift humanitarian aid to Lebanon amid the ongoing war in West Asia.

While addressing a press conference on war, Ambassador Narsh stated, "The humanitarian aid has flooded Lebanon since the aggression started. We have, thankfully, great friends in the world. On top of them is India. India is our good friend. We enjoyed very good relations, excellent relations since maybe the independence of both countries dated 70 or more than 80 years back."

He further emphasised India's proactive support and affirmed, "India, even before asking, has rushed to propose humanitarian aid. India has offered about 30 tonnes of medicines. India has already been supporting us. We have been exchanging good relations in the international arena."

India, on Friday sent 33 tonnes of humanitarian supplies, including medicines, to Lebanon.

"A total of 33 tons of medical supplies are being sent. First tranche of 11 tons of medical supplies was dispatched today," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on X.

"The consignment comprises of a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including cardiovascular medications, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), anti-inflammatory agents, antibiotics and anesthetics," he said.

Amid escalating violence in southern Lebanon, India has reiterated its strong stance on the safety of United Nations peacekeepers, particularly the personnel stationed along the Blue Line, which separates Lebanon from Israel. With multiple attacks reported on UNIFIL premises, Jaiswal emphasised the nation's concern.

(Agency inputs)