Lebanon is facing a dire humanitarian crisis as a result of Israel's intensified air campaign against Hezbollah. The recent bombings have left over 1,000 people dead, with nearly a quarter of them being women and children. Hundreds of thousands have been displaced, seeking refuge on beaches and streets.
The country's already fragile infrastructure has been further strained by the ongoing conflict. The economic crisis that began in 2019, compounded by the massive 2020 port explosion, has left Lebanon struggling to provide basic services such as electricity and medical care. Political divisions have left the nation without a functioning government for over two years, exacerbating the sense of abandonment felt by its citizens.
