Lebanon ceasefire deal: displaced communities start to return home
November 27, 2024
A ceasefire deal between the Lebanese government and Hezbollah has brought an end to weeks of fighting, and displaced communities are beginning to return home.
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) estimates that around 1 million people were displaced by the fighting, which began in July. The majority of those displaced sought refuge in neighboring Syria, while others fled to Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley or Beirut.
The ceasefire, which was brokered by the United States, went into effect on November 25. Since then, there have been no reports of violence.
The Lebanese government has begun to provide assistance to those returning home, including food, water, and shelter. The UNHCR is also working to provide assistance, including cash grants and household items.
“We are relieved that the fighting has stopped and that people are able to return home,” said UNHCR spokesperson Melissa Fleming. “However, we are also aware that many people have lost everything, and they will need our continued support in the months and years to come.”
The ceasefire deal is a major step forward for Lebanon, but it is important to remember that the country is still facing many challenges. The economy is in shambles, and there is a great deal of political instability. It will take time for Lebanon to recover from the recent fighting, but the ceasefire is a sign of hope that the country can move forward.
Lebanon ceasefire deal: displaced communities start to return home
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