'It's personal for me': A Lebanese Canadian returns to his hometown amid war to help civilians in need | CBC News
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Osama Rkieh, a Lebanese Canadian, returned to his hometown of Qarnoun during increasing Israeli airstrikes to deliver aid to displaced individuals in his community.
Rkieh reflects on the situation saying, 'Being here in this tough situation is important for me, to be around my family, my community, my people, being able to aid them.'
The local Lebanese Canadian community is rallying to fundraise and provide relief to those impacted by the escalating violence in Lebanon.
Tensions are extremely high since Rkieh's arrival as Israeli troops began ground operations against Hezbollah, signifying a severe escalation in the conflict.
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