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Our War Response in Lebanon with Camille Melki

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Journey of Hope
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Apr 11, 2026
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Summary

In this episode of Journey of Hope, host Elio Constantine sits down with Heart for Lebanon’s founder and CEO, Camille Melki, for a sobering and urgent conversation on the current war unfolding in Lebanon and the wider Middle East. As conflict escalates, Camille provides a firsthand update on the devastating reality on the ground. Since early March, tens of thousands of airstrikes have struck Lebanon, displacing over 1.2 million people and claiming the lives of more than 1,400 individuals. With the potential for hundreds of thousands more to be displaced, nearly a quarter of the country’s population is now on the run—many for the second or third time in just a few years. The conversation explores not only the scale of the humanitarian crisis, but also the growing exhaustion among the Lebanese people. Camille explains that while tensions exist, the overwhelming sentiment across communities is one of fatigue and frustration, as repeated conflicts continue to devastate the nation and its people. Amid this turmoil, Heart for Lebanon has mobilized rapidly, drawing on years of experience responding to crises. From distributing emergency supplies like food, mattresses, and hygiene kits to expanding their outreach to thousands of newly displaced families, the ministry is now serving more than 45,000 individuals—well beyond its normal capacity. But beyond physical aid, this episode highlights something deeper: a growing spiritual openness. As families witness the unwavering presence and sacrificial love of the ministry’s team—many of whom are serving in their own affected communities—questions about faith are emerging in ways never seen before. People are asking, “Who is Jesus?” and seeking hope in the midst of despair. Camille shares how relational ministry remains at the heart…