The humanitarian crisis in Lebanon is increasingly getting worse as a result of the heavy fighting and airstrikes that have forced many people to flee. Today, around 760,000 people have registered as internally displaced, according to officials. Many sleep in cars, on the streets, or in makeshift shelters, and at least 122,000 people are residing in more than 580 emergency shelters.

A nation already weakened by years of economic hardship is being hit by the crisis. Approximately 874,000 people, or 17% of the population, were already experiencing hunger prior to the most recent increase. Also, adding to the strain on aid and public services, over a million Syrian refugees are being hosted in Lebanon.

Humanitarian organizations claim that basic services are overburdened and shelters are overcrowded. Water and electricity systems are under significant strain, and some hospitals are partially evacuating their patients. Those most impacted by the displacement and lack of resources include women, children, the elderly, and those with disabilities.

Aid organizations are increasing emergency support. Welthungerhilfe, a humanitarian organization, has provided €200,000 in initial funding to help displaced families in Mount Lebanon and Beirut. The aid includes water deliveries to shelters, food and hygiene packages, baby supplies, and financial support for the most vulnerable households.