860,000 displaced people return to southern Lebanon; UN warns of ongoing humanitarian crisis

The United Nations announced on Tuesday that approximately 860,000 people displaced by the conflict in southern Lebanon have returned to their homes. However, international agencies warn that the displacement and humanitarian crisis in the region are far from over and remain immense. The report emphasizes that despite the return of a portion of the population, significant infrastructural and livelihood challenges persist for the residents of southern Lebanon, necessitating continued humanitarian assistance.