Aid groups warn of humanitarian crisis in Lebanon as nearly 1 million displaced by war

South China Morning PostEN 2 min read 100% complete by Associated PressMarch 14, 2026 at 10:50 AM

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Aid groups are warning of a humanitarian crisis in Lebanon as war has displaced over 800,000 people in just 10 days, approximately one in seven Lebanese citizens. This displacement follows a recent escalation between Hezbollah and Israel, with Israeli strikes becoming more intense and unpredictable. Many of the displaced are without shelter, as government-run shelters are overwhelmed, and the government struggles to provide adequate assistance to the affected population. The strikes, targeting areas beyond specific locations, have resulted in over 700 deaths, including 103 children, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The current situation is reportedly more difficult than the previous conflict, leaving many like Fatima Nazha struggling to find adequate shelter and basic necessities.

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Iran 40% Sidon 50% Lebanon Health Ministry 60% Norwegian Refugee Council 60% Fatima Nazha ×270% Hezbollah ×280% Beirut ×280% Israel ×390% Lebanon ×4100%

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humanitarian crisis 90% war 80% displacement 80% refugees 70% lebanon 70% israeli strikes 60% aid groups 60% hezbollah 50% evacuation order 50% shelters 50%

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