Families Flee as Airstrikes Continue: A Humanitarian Crisis in Lebanon

As the situation escalates in Lebanon, families are fleeing their homes in alarming numbers due to relentless airstrikes by Israeli forces. The current conflict has led to a dire humanitarian crisis, forcing approximately 3,350 individuals—including Lebanese citizens, Syrian refugees, and Palestinian refugees—into makeshift shelters.

These displaced families have sought refuge in nine United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) facilities, where they face overwhelming uncertainty. Many are suffering from trauma and fear, grappling with the impacts of violence and displacement. In response, humanitarian teams are mobilizing to provide critical support, delivering essential aid to alleviate their suffering.

The emotional and psychological toll on these families is profound. Children, in particular, are experiencing severe distress, as the airstrikes not only endanger their physical safety but also disrupt their lives. The urgency of the situation calls for increased international attention and support to address the immediate needs of those affected and to foster long-term stability in the region.

The ongoing airstrikes in Lebanon highlight the urgent need for a coordinated humanitarian response. As families continue to flee their homes, the international community must act to provide essential aid and advocate for peace, ensuring that the voices of those suffering are heard and their needs addressed.

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More families continue to flee their homes due to ongoing Israeli Forces airstrikes in #Lebanon. Around 3,350 Lebanese, Syrian and #PalestineRefugees are now sheltering in 9 UNRWA facilities. Many are traumatized and scared. Our teams are providing them with critical humanitarian aid.

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