The Armenian government has officially approved the dispatch of humanitarian aid to Lebanon via Turkish territory.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the decision was finalized during a government session held on Thursday.
According to the decree, the Margara border crossing, located on the Armenia-Turkey border, will be operational from June 12 to June 22 specifically for the transit of this humanitarian convoy. This measure has been fully coordinated with Turkish authorities, marking a significant instance of the two countries utilizing the border crossing for humanitarian purposes.
The official document states that the aid is intended for the population of Lebanon, including members of the Armenian community, who have been affected by recent Israeli military operations. The decision underscores a rare moment of diplomatic cooperation between Yerevan and Ankara regarding regional humanitarian logistics.
The Armenia-Turkey border has remained largely closed for decades, with the Margara crossing historically serving as a symbolic and logistical point of interest in normalization efforts between the two neighbors. The opening of this corridor for humanitarian aid reflects ongoing diplomatic efforts to manage regional crises through established communication channels.
