Mirvet Makki

Lebanese Americans, like catering business owner Mirvet Makki, are sending money and aid to Lebanon amid the war between Israel and Hezbollah, which has displaced over 1 million people and killed more than 3,500. The diaspora, estimated at 625,000 to 1.4 million in the U.S., remains deeply connected to Lebanon through financial support and community efforts.

Lebanese Americans, like catering business owner Mirvet Makki, are financially supporting family and displaced individuals in Lebanon amid the war between Israel and Hezbollah. The conflict has displaced over 1 million Lebanese people and killed more than 3,500, prompting the diaspora to organize fundraising and advocacy efforts despite economic challenges.