Responding to the Escalation of Violence in Lebanon

Lebanon is facing yet another nightmare. The recent escalation of attacks from Israel has thrown the country into chaos, with families desperately trying to find safety. Schools have been forced to close, and roads are gridlocked with people fleeing their homes, unsure of where to go next. The coastal road is packed with displaced families—some stopping in Saida, others pushing further north—while uncertainty hangs over everything.

This crisis is affecting Lebanese citizens along with the hundreds of thousands of Syrian and Palestinian refugees who live in areas under attack and already vulnerable.

The situation is compounding the pre-existing, multi-layered crises Lebanon has been dealing with—from economic collapse to deteriorating infrastructure. Now, with the country in turmoil, the need for coordinated and immediate humanitarian action is greater than ever.

Our Anera staff in Lebanon are closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with other entities responding on the ground, including UN agencies. We’re doing everything possible to avoid duplicating efforts, focusing on providing essential support like food, mattresses/bedding, clothing, medicines, medical supplies and hygiene items to those in need. And we’re prepared to respond immediately. Anera’s past experience with emergency response efforts, coordination with vendors, and deep ties in the communities we serve makes us uniquely positioned to respond effectively and efficiently at a moment’s notice.

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