Fatima Atiyeh expressed her mixed feelings upon returning home, stating, 'I didn't feel safe, and yet it felt so good to be home again even though there was no electricity and no water.' Her sentiment reflects the complex emotional landscape for many returning after the ceasefire.
The article highlights the devastating impact of the conflict, noting that at least 3,823 people have died and 15,859 were injured in Lebanon since October 2023, with many questioning how to rebuild their damaged homes.
According to the World Bank, the economic toll on Lebanon is staggering, estimating physical damage and economic losses to be around $8.5 billion, exacerbating an already struggling economy.
The ceasefire brokered by the U.S. and France has provided a temporary halt in hostilities, allowing approximately 1.3 million displaced Lebanese to return, despite widely reported destruction and ongoing economic challenges.
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