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UN reports 1.1 million displaced in Lebanon due to ongoing conflict

Apr 06, 2026 09:33 PM CT Lebanon humanitarian crisis,displacement,lebanon,hezbollah,israel,un

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The United Nations reports that over 1.1 million people, nearly 20% of Lebanon's population, have been displaced by the ongoing conflict, with 137,000 residing in shelters. This mass displacement highlights the escalating humanitarian crisis resulting from intensified hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah. The situation underscores the severe civilian impact of the proxy warfare dynamics in the region.

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UN says 1.1 million displaced in Lebanon amid conflict More than 1.1 million people have been displaced in Lebanon, nearly one-fifth of the country’s population, a United Nations spokesperson said. Stephane Dujarric told reporters that about 137,000 of those displaced are living in shelters. Most...

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