More than one million Lebanese—about a fifth of the population—have fled homes since the renewed conflict erupted last month between Israel and Hezbollah. Displaced families cluster in tents and cars along Beirut’s seafront and inside converted schools, while the city’s nightlife district provides impromptu relief.

The war’s escalation followed U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran, triggering Hezbollah missile attacks that pushed Israel to retaliate. As host communities swell, sectarian tensions rise, and the UN warns of a deepening humanitarian crisis amid stretched basic services.

In the capital, the Camille Chamoun Stadium now shelters hundreds, and volunteers distribute food in makeshift kitchens. The government’s capacity is overwhelmed, forcing grassroots initiatives to step in. The crisis threatens to destabilize Lebanon’s fragile economy and erode investor confidence.

With Israel’s strikes edging closer to the heart of the country, Lebanon’s infrastructure and social fabric face unprecedented strain. The situation underscores the need for immediate humanitarian aid and political resolution to protect civilian livelihoods.