Information service of the Pontifical Mission Societies since 1927
Beirut (Agenzia Fides) – Among the victims of the Israeli bombing in southern Lebanon is 20-year-old Chadi Ammar, a volunteer of the Order of Malta.
He was killed in an Israeli airstrike in Aïn Ebel, southern Lebanon, on March 13. The attack struck the city in the early morning hours and targeted an area where civilians were present.
Chadi Ammar was part of a large network of volunteers supporting the Order of Malta's humanitarian work in the region. He worked in the agro-humanitarian department and, through the Order's agricultural center in Aïn Ebel, was dedicated to food security in the southern border region. At the time of the attack, Chadi was on the roof of a building with two other young people who had chosen not to leave their Christian village. They were working to restore the internet connection so that those who remained in Aïn Ebel could stay in contact with each other and with the refugees. All three died in the explosion.
“The death of young Chadi Ammar deeply saddens us. He was part of our large family, which dedicates itself daily with devotion and courage to serving the most vulnerable. His commitment and willingness to serve will always be an example to us,” said Grand Master of the Order of Malta, Fra’ John Dunlap, who expressed his sincere condolences to the family and all members of the Order of Malta in Lebanon.
In Lebanon, the Order of Malta operates around 60 programs, including 12 primary care centers, 12 mobile medical units, 7 humanitarian agricultural centers, 3 mobile community kitchens, and various social programs and facilities for people with disabilities. (L.M.) (Agenzia Fides, 20/3/2026)
