The ongoing displacement crisis in Lebanon has escalated dramatically, with thousands fleeing their homes due to intensified Israeli military actions. The United Nations has raised alarm over this situation, urging compliance with international law as the humanitarian crisis unfolds. The UNHCR reported that tens of thousands are now displaced, particularly from southern Lebanon and the eastern Bekaa region, where Israeli raids have targeted civilian areas. As the situation deteriorates, many have sought refuge in schools and makeshift shelters in Beirut and northern Lebanon.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has called for regional stakeholders to intervene and prevent further escalation. The UNRWA has opened shelters for the displaced and is providing essential supplies, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian assistance. The Lebanese government has also begun utilizing schools to accommodate those affected by the violence, which has claimed the lives of over 550 individuals and injured thousands more since the escalation began on October 8.
