Ein el-Hilweh

Ein el-Hilweh is the largest Palestinian refugee camp in Lebanon, located near Sidon. Established decades ago, it houses thousands of Palestinian refugees and their descendants. It is newsworthy due to recent Israeli attacks targeting the camp. According to reports, an Israeli drone targeted the Hittin neighborhood of Ein el-Hilweh, resulting in at least two fatalities. These attacks are considered breaches of the 2024 ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah. The events highlight the ongoing tensions and instability in the region and the vulnerability of refugee populations amidst the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The camp's location and its large population make it a significant point of concern in the context of escalating violence.