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Lebanon War Escalation 2026: What Happened and Why Thousands Are Fleeing

by Anera

Mar 6, 2026

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In the first days of March 2026, a sharp escalation of violence pushed Lebanon into another dangerous chapter of conflict. Airstrikes, rocket fire and widespread evacuation orders forced tens of thousands of families to leave their homes within hours. Across southern Lebanon, the suburbs of Beirut and the Bekaa Valley in the west, neighborhoods that…

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Responding to the Escalating War in Lebanon

Mar 5, 2026

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Samar El-Yassir is Anera’s country director for Lebanon In the first hours of the latest escalation of war in Lebanon over the past weekend, people began fleeing as evacuation orders took effect. Since then, those orders have continued every day. The Israeli army called for residents to leave dozens of villages in the south and…

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Lebanon Activity Log | March 2026

by Anera

Mar 4, 2026

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This log offers a daily snapshot of Anera’s humanitarian work in Lebanon, based on real-time updates from our staff. It highlights the dedication and local leadership driving our programs, though not all activities are captured. Entries may be added retroactively as reports become available. March 4, 2026 Anera teams in Saida distributed 752 hygiene kits…

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Staff Safety and Program Continuity Across Anera’s Areas of Operation

by Anera

Mar 2, 2026

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Anera is closely monitoring the escalating crisis across the Middle East, which has already caused deaths, displacement, movement restrictions and heightened public concern. Military activity and closures are affecting daily life for civilians and humanitarian workers alike. Anera is taking active steps to protect staff and adapt operations to sustain essential services for communities in…

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Lebanon Activity Log | February 2026

by Anera

Feb 28, 2026

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Anera Humanitarian Aid and Development in Lebanon – Activity Log This log provides a daily snapshot of Anera’s humanitarian work in Lebanon. While it offers a glimpse into the efforts of our staff as they deliver vital programs across the country, it does not capture everything happening on the ground. Updates are drawn from text messages and chats…

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Ramadan in Lebanon

by Anera

Feb 27, 2026

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Anera’s Response to Food Insecurity and Crisis Ramadan in Lebanon arrives this year under the weight of economic collapse, rising poverty, security instability, and continued Israeli attacks on multiple areas across the country. For thousands of families, the holy month is no longer only a time of reflection and generosity. It is also a time…

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World NGO Day 2026

by Anera

Feb 27, 2026

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This Friday, February 27th, commemorates World NGO Day. The day is an international recognition of the tireless and compassionate work that non-governmental organizations (NGOs) across the world undertake to combat poverty and inequality.

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Growing Dragon Fruit with Anera’s Rooftop Garden Program

by Anera

Feb 2, 2026

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With the help of Anera’s rooftop garden program, Abu Ali from the Al Burghelieh village of South Lebanon has been able to harvest 100 kilograms (200 pounds) of fresh produce. Abu Ali’s banana, papaya, and dragon fruit yield provide fresh produce to his family and generates a stable income for his family. “This is only…

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Ramadan 2026

by Anera

Feb 1, 2026

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Every year on the ninth month of the Islamic lunar cycle, there’s a subtle stirring of anticipation as millions of Muslims around the world prepare to fast, feast and celebrate their beliefs during the holiest month on the Muslim calendar. It’s observed in more than 50 Muslim-majority countries and numerous other nations across the globe….

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Lebanon Activity Log | January 2026

by Anera

Jan 31, 2026

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Anera Humanitarian Aid and Development in Lebanon – Activity Log This log provides a daily snapshot of Anera’s humanitarian work in Lebanon. While it offers a glimpse into the efforts of our staff as they deliver vital programs across the country, it does not capture everything happening on the ground. Updates are drawn from text messages and chats…

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