At this historic moment of opportunity for Syria, many refugees and internally displaced people (IDPs) are considering returning home, and thousands of people are now arriving from neighbouring countries every day – but after almost 14 years of violent crisis many have little or nothing to return to.
Islamic Relief stands in solidarity with the innocent people of Lebanon and welcomes the announcement of the ceasefire. This must serve as a starting point to allow people in Lebanon impacted by the violence to recover, get relief at last, and facilitate the return of displaced communities to their homes and businesses.
Israel’s ongoing bombardment of Lebanon has left elderly people especially vulnerable and without essential medicine, food, and fuel for heating as winter approaches, Islamic Relief aid workers report.
Islamic Relief aid workers in Lebanon’s Bekaa valley have described a night of terror for civilians as the region suffered its heaviest and deadliest bombing yet.
