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A Bitter, Anxious and Determined Return to the Devastated Border Region

Katia Kahil, 27/11 20:10 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Barely had the ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel taken effect at 4 AM on Wednesday that thousands of displaced Lebanese set out, eager — or hoping — to return to their homes. The wait had been extremely long, and the impatience palpable. On the road home, a blend of anxiety, anticipation and hope hung in the air. What would they find upon ...

Post-Ceasefire, Displaced in Beirut Prepare to Return Home

Vanessa Kallas, 27/11 15:35 - Reading : less than a minute

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A calm atmosphere prevailed in Beirut on Wednesday, just hours after the ceasefire came into effect at dawn. Meanwhile, displaced individuals are preparing to return to their towns and villages.

The Legality of Prefabricated Homes for the Displaced

Nadia Hallak, 19/11 15:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Displaced Lebanon

As the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel escalates, Lebanon’s displacement crisis grows more severe each day. Around 1.4 million Lebanese have been forced to flee areas targeted by shelling, seeking safety in other regions. Some have rented homes at their own expense, others are staying with relatives, while the majority are concentrated in ...

Health Minister Launches a Program for Emergency Healthcare Coverage

This is Beirut, 18/11 17:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

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Minister of Public Health Firas Abyad launched a new program to cover emergency primary healthcare services that do not require hospitalization. The new program will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, November 19 and will remain in place after the war on Lebanon ends. This program is aimed at Lebanese citizens receiving treatment at the Ministry of Public ...

In the Wake of War: How Conflict Is Shaping Consumer Choices in Lebanon

Liliane Mokbel, 17/11 19:15 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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Many Lebanese have begun purchasing fruits and vegetables individually, a practice rarely seen in a culture that traditionally favors buying by the kilo. Grocery baskets have shrunk in both quantity and variety. Testimonies from mothers gathered by This is Beirut reveal a shift toward prioritizing legumes, which are more affordable than meat, ...

Yassin Releases Report on Food and Relief Aid Distribution Rates

This is Beirut, 16/11 15:10 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Nasser Yassin Lebanon Aid Displaced

The Government Emergency Committee (GEC), led by Minister of Environment Nasser Yassin, has published a video report on the in-kind aid directly managed by the GEC and distributed through the governors' operation rooms and local emergency committees up until November 8. Link to video report The report highlighted the humanitarian toll, stating ...

The Council of Ministers Approves an Advance for the Recruitment of 1,500 Military Personnel

This is Beirut, 06/11 19:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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On Wednesday, the government approved “the granting of a credit to the Ministry of Defense to finance the recruitment of 1,500 new army soldiers.” This decision should help strengthen the army's presence in southern Lebanon as part of the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and advance diplomatic talks on a ceasefire. When ...

Hijacking Lebanon's Treasury Account 36

Liliane Mokbel, 05/11 18:40 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Amal Central Bank of Lebanon Displaced

The Shiite duo (Amal-Hezbollah) reportedly has its sights set on the funds in Lebanon's Treasury Account 36 to support the displaced. This account comprises funds collected by the Lebanese state, primarily from taxes, customs duties, donations and other sources of public revenue. Recently, Hezbollah and Amal MPs and ministers, including Hussein ...

Svenja Schulze's Visit to Lebanon: A Commitment to Humanitarian Aid Amid Crisis

This is Beirut, 04/11 20:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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During her brief visit to Lebanon on November 4, German Development Minister Svenja Schulze met with Prime Minister Mikati and visited a community kitchen in Beirut. She then traveled to Zouk Mikael to see a collective shelter in the vicinity of the Order of Malta Lebanon’s Community Health Center, gaining firsthand insight into the local ...

Over 20,000 Displaced from Baalbeck: Where Are They Now?

Chelsea Al Arif, 03/11 16:20 - Reading : less than a minute

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Israeli attacks have prompted the residents of Baalbeck-Hermel to flee their homes seeking refuge in a nearby area. This area is now a symbol of unity, setting aside all differences.

Budget 2025: A Review of the Figures

Liliane Mokbel, 29/10 17:15 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Budget Lebanese pound Displaced

In the absence of a miraculous diplomatic breakthrough, there are fears that the war between Israel and Hezbollah will continue into next year, according to several reliable sources. In this scenario, economic forecasts project a GDP of $12 billion for 2025—well below that of Gaza and the West Bank. With such a figure, achieving the projected ...

Parliamentary Blocs Call for Effective Management of Displacement Crisis

This is Beirut, 28/10 15:10 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

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In a bid to avoid friction or problems arising from certain abuses linked to displacement movements from areas subject to Israeli strikes, the parliamentary blocs discussed on Monday the implementation of a safety net that concerns both the displaced and the host communities. A statement issued at the end of the parliamentary meeting ...

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