Lebanon has made the decision to delay the start of the school year until November 2 in response to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. This move comes as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and teachers amidst the escalating violence.
According to Lebanese education minister Abbas Halabi, approximately 400,000 students and 40,000 teachers have been displaced from their homes across the country due to the fighting. The majority of private schools have requested the postponement of the school year citing concerns such as Israeli hostility, displacement, and the mental well-being of students.
