UNHCR: Lebanon crisis deepens as Israeli airstrikes intensify
This is a summary of what was said by Rema Jamous Imseis, UNHCR’s Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva. GENEVA – The escalating conflict and...
UNHCR’s Grandi appeals for urgent humanitarian support and an end to the bloodshed in Lebanon
BEIRUT – The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, called on Sunday for greater international support to stem the humanitarian catastrophe engulfing Lebanon. Two weeks of deadly Israeli airstrikes have killed hundreds and forced over a million...
Lebanese and Syrians suffer loss and displacement amid surging attacks
Recent intensified attacks across Lebanon are having devastating consequences for Lebanese and refugees living in the country By UNHCR staff Since a deadly escalation of the conflict in Lebanon began just over a week ago, the Government estimates that more than 1...