Finance Minister Yassin Jaber indicated that a comprehensive reconstruction effort might be hindered by a lack of funding. However, a "rapid intervention" emergency management plan is set to address the most pressing needs while restoring basic living conditions in affected areas. Jaber outlines a strategy for the initial days following the end of the conflict, emphasizing a fundamentally different approach from the post-ceasefire period in 2024, when emergency funds were unavailable. Currently, there is an estimated $500 to $600 million available for urgent use, derived from previous loans and grants. If necessary, funds could also be drawn from the treasury.
Speaking to "Al-Akhbar" newspaper, Jaber explained that the adopted approach is straightforward: "We want to focus on emergencies." Efforts will focus on meeting the essential needs of residents gradually returning to their villages. This includes providing temporary housing solutions for families who have lost their homes, such as prefabricated houses, and repairing essential infrastructure like water, electricity, and communication networks, as well as opening and clearing roads. After securing the ceasefire, Jaber plans to visit southern villages and towns, reaching Nabatieh, with a ministerial delegation to assess damages and needs. This will facilitate developing a rapid response plan based on field realities instead of theoretical estimates. "Hopefully, you will see positive actions within the available resources," he added.