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Living Through and Responding to Lebanon’s Worst Crisis Yet

Lebanon has seen countless crises, but this is the first time I’ve witnessed so many people homeless, living on the streets. This concept of homelessness, something more commonly seen in Europe or the US, is new to us. In the past, those displaced would find refuge with family or friends. But now, the scale of the emergency is too vast for anyone to cope.

Through both the seaport and airport, we’re trying to keep the flow of essential supplies, but there’s widespread concern about how reliable imports will be moving forward. I’ve seen reports from pharmaceutical and food suppliers indicating that while we may have a four-month supply of medicines in the country, the sudden surge in demand is depleting those reserves faster than expected. People are panicking, buying more than they need, which is only accelerating the shortages. 



It’s not just about supply; the entire supply chain is under strain. Take, for example, the mattresses — finding bedding is now a significant challenge. One of the largest mattress factories, located in Bekaa, was hit by Israeli airstrikes. The destruction of these kinds of facilities has caused a real crisis in basic goods. We’re scrambling to find new suppliers, diversify our sources, and buy whatever is available, but there are limits to what we can do. Some mattresses are trickling in from Syria, but it’s nowhere near enough to meet the demand.

One of my colleagues lives in Burj Al Barajneh Palestinian camp in southern Beirut. She told me that she and her family spent a day on the street after being unable to find shelter. They eventually returned to their home, despite the risks, choosing a roof over their heads instead of homelessness. They have refused to leave home, as bombs continue hitting the city’s southern areas. Just yesterday, explosions in Burj El Barajneh shook the ground beneath us throughout Beirut. 

The trauma is overwhelming. It’s impossible to fully describe the fear and hostility we’re living through.

I’ve survived all of Lebanon’s wars, but this one is different. I’m not sure how much more I can take and stay mentally strong. It’s not just about me, though. Everyone is feeling this. I want our staff to remain calm and support each other. The stress is palpable and we’re trying to provide psychological support wherever we can.

I’m grateful to our Anera community who continues to work through this chaos and to help Lebanon. Please stay strong for us. We need you more than ever.


A Message from Gaza City After Forced Evacuation from Jabalia Camp

Reports from Gaza and media outlets describe the forced evacuation of families from North Gaza and Jabalia camp. There is growing concern that this may signal a broader effort to empty the northern half of Gaza and convert it into a restricted military zone. Areej, one of Anera’s program managers in North Gaza, shares a firsthand account of the situation, shedding light on the difficult realities she and others are facing during this critical time.


Since October 7, 2023, My life has been marked by relentless upheaval. When the war broke out, I was sheltering in Jabalia camp, but constant displacement has defined my experience ever since. I’ve had to move seven times, seeking safety wherever I could—sometimes in schools, sometimes in temporary shelters.

Just a few days ago, I was evacuated again. The IDF ordered us to leave Jabalia camp and move south. Like many others, I refused, knowing the dire conditions there: resources are stretched thin, and there’s simply no space for more displaced people.

I managed to find refuge in a shelter in Gaza City, but many of my family and friends, including my two brothers, are still trapped in Jabalia. The roads between Gaza City and Jabalia are closed, with a heavy military presence making movement impossible. The IDF drones and tanks shoot at anything that moves, and relentless bombing from the air and tanks makes any attempt to leave perilous.

As a humanitarian worker with Anera, I’m painfully aware of the growing needs. Yet my colleagues and I can’t reach warehouses in the north, stocked with essential aid. The roads are too dangerous, making it impossible to distribute aid to displaced families here or to those stuck in the north. Even the so-called “safe corridor” on Salah al-Din Street, supposedly meant for evacuation, is under constant threat from bombings and shootings.

The situation is grim. Thousands of families are trapped in areas like Beit Hanoun, Beit Lahia, and Jabalia camp. Over 5,000 families are stuck in Beit Hanoun, another 5,000 in Beit Lahia, and at least 35,000 people remain stranded in Jabalia, unable to escape the violence that surrounds them.

My message is urgent and clear: Gaza is in desperate need of help. The nightmare we are living through is unbearable, and we cannot endure much more.

Gaza and West Bank Response Log


October 17, 2024

A limited amount of aid has reached northern Gaza after two weeks of a complete blockade. Despite urgent calls for more access, only a few lorries carrying essential supplies like food, water, medical items, and shelter materials have been allowed in. The UN describes this as a “trickle,” warning that critical supplies are nearly depleted. Hospitals in Jabalia are overwhelmed and cut off amid ongoing Israeli military operations, struggling to treat the displaced population.

The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC), a global multi-partner initiative, helps assess the severity of food insecurity using internationally recognized standards. Governments, UN agencies, NGOs, and civil society collaborate to provide evidence-based analysis for effective decision-making. In Gaza, the IPC’s latest report shows that 133,000 people are at risk of famine (Phase 5) due to ongoing conflict, displacement, and infrastructure damage. The IPC’s analytical approach informs both emergency responses and long-term policy and program planning.

Today, Anera’s Gaza team provided critical food aid, clean water, and medical services, distributing a total of 114,910 meals to families in need.

Our tekias (community kitchens) played a vital role, preparing and distributing 22,800 hot meals across several locations:

Mawasi, Khan Younis | Abu Jarad tekia: 4,500 meals
Khan Younis | Fish Fresh Restaurant tekia: 4,500 meals, along with 1,800 loaves of flatbread
Mawasi, Khan Younis | Sanabel tekia: 6,900 meals
Deir Al Balah tekia: 6,900 meals


In addition, 1,050 fresh produce baskets were delivered to displaced families in Rafah, Khan Younis, and Deir Al Balah, providing enough food to support 23,100 meals.

In northern Gaza, our teams distributed 650 WFP food parcels and 650 bags of wheat flour (25 kg each), which together provided 67,210 meal servings for families in need.

To promote hygiene and health, we also distributed 289 boxes of soap bars supplied by UNICEF to 2,601 displaced families in the Middle Area and Khan Younis.

Anera supplied 70 cubic meters of water, benefiting over 23,300 displaced people living in informal shelters in Deir Al Balah and Mawasi, Khan Younis.


Today, our medical teams worked in five clinics in Khan Younis, serving a total of 295 patients with wound management, care for non-communicable diseases, orthopedic services, pediatric care, and physiotherapy. In our wound management clinic alone, we treated 81 patients—40 were follow-up cases, while 41 were new cases receiving crucial treatment.At our wound management clinic in Deir Al Balah city, an additional 53 patients received necessary care, including 13 new cases and 40 follow-ups. Our dedicated team ensured each patient was treated with the proper medical attention required for their recovery.

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Today, we finalized the distribution of two Direct Relief shipments of medical aid to five local health partners in southern Gaza.

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