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BEIRUT, Oct. 19 (Xinhua) -- The United Nations Special Coordinator to Lebanon Sigrid Kaag said on Monday that the UN will continue to encourage greater assistance for both the Syrian refugees and vulnerable Lebanese communities as a matter of urgency.
"Syrian refugees are facing incredibly difficult conditions far from their homes and their country," the special coordinator said in a statement following a visit to the northern region of Akkar.
The official met with local authorities in Halba to discuss political and socio-economic challenges and the impact of the Syrian crisis, the statement added.
Kaag hailed the generosity of the Lebanese communities hosting the Syrian refugees despite the hard economic situation they already face.
"The generosity and support they receive from the residents of Akkar, who live in already difficult circumstances, has been impressive, Kaag said.
The special coordinator also visited the Lebanese Army base in Chadra.
"The Lebanese army is playing a crucial role in protecting Lebanon's borders at a very challenging time," she said, underscoring the need for continued international support to the army forces.
