The ongoing war has displaced nearly 20% of Lebanon’s population in just three weeks, with around 19,000 children forced to flee their homes each day, according to UNICEF.
UNICEF Representative to Lebanon, Marcoluigi Corsi, said one of the biggest challenges is reaching children in hard-hit areas, particularly in southern Lebanon. He noted that many children remain trapped in isolated communities, made even more inaccessible due to heavy bombardment and the destruction of key infrastructure.
The Israeli military has reportedly destroyed several bridges over the Litani River as part of its wider offensive in the south, further restricting movement and humanitarian access.
Corsi also highlighted the difficulties in supporting children living in temporary shelters, many of whom have been displaced multiple times and are experiencing repeated trauma.
Humanitarian organizations, including UNICEF, are working to provide essential services such as vaccinations, medical care, and temporary learning spaces, as schools remain closed.
In several areas, the conflict has severely disrupted access to basic necessities, with damage to water reservoirs, pumping stations, hospitals, bridges, and sanitation systems leaving many communities without clean water and critical services.
