UN agencies have said they were ramping up their aid in Lebanon to address a situation that was already dire before the escalation.
Israeli air strikes killed at least 558 people, including 50 children and 94 women. / Photo: AFP
"Tens of thousands of people were forced from their homes yesterday and overnight, and the numbers continue to grow," he said. At least four healthcare workers were killed and 16 paramedics injured, the World Health Organization said.Several UN agencies said they were ramping up their aid in Lebanon to address a situation that was already dire before the escalation.
"Around 500 people crossed the border through the Qusayr and Dabousiya crossings between 1300 GMT and midnight" on Monday, the security official said, requesting anonymity to discuss sensitive matters.
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