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The situation has become very bad due to Israel’s military attacks in Lebanon. More than 10 lakh people have been forced to flee their homes, which is about one-fifth of the country’s population. Many families are now forced to live in overcrowded Beirut schools and government buildings, while many do not even have a roof over their heads.

How many people became homeless in Lebanon and what is the situation?

According to UN Refugee Agency data, as of April 16, 2026, the Lebanese government had more than 1.2 million displaced people registered with it. More than 1 million people were rendered homeless due to the fighting that began in March 2026. Of these, 1.33 lakh people are living in different group shelters in the country. Lebanese Red Cross The largest shelter is being run in a stadium in Beirut, where more than 1,000 displaced people are taking shelter.

What are the latest attacks and damage in southern Lebanon?

On 1 May 2026, Israel carried out several airstrikes in southern Lebanon, killing at least 10 people. Six people, including a woman and a child, were killed and eight were injured in the attack in Habboush village. The Israeli army had ordered the people here to vacate the area. in response Hezbollah Israel fired rockets and drones at northern Israel, wounding two soldiers. After this, the IDF Home Front Command has banned educational activities and gatherings in northern Israel.

What warning have the UN and international experts given?

United Nations (UN) experts said on 13 April 2026 that attacking areas where displaced civilians are living is a serious violation of international humanitarian law. On 6 March 2026 it warned that confiscation of private property and forced removal of people is a serious violation of the ‘Fourth Geneva Convention’ and could be considered a war crime. In Gaza, a report for October 2025 estimated 1.9 million people were displaced, and in the West Bank, more than 900,000 people were driven from their homes since the beginning of 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the total number of displaced people in Lebanon?

According to the UN Refugee Agency, the Lebanese government has registered more than 1.2 million displaced people, of whom more than 1 million were left homeless after the March 2026 fighting.

What does international law say about displaced people?

According to UN experts, targeting shelters of displaced civilians and forcibly removing populations violates international humanitarian law and could be considered a war crime.