UN: Cautious return of displaced in Lebanon following US-Iran agreement

“The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said that some displaced families in Lebanon have begun cautiously returning to their homes following the announcement of the agreement between the United States and Iran. In a statement, OCHA said that approximately 2,700 people in South Lebanon left collective shelters on Monday, noting that it remains unclear whether these movements represent a temporary return to assess homes and property or a permanent return. The statement added that the number of displaced people residing in collective shelters has decreased by about 10,000 over the past four days, from approximately 134,000 on Friday to about 124,000 as of Tuesday evening. The office noted that although the intensity of violence has declined since Sunday, reports of incidents in southern Lebanon continue to emerge, directly affecting residents' ability to inspect their homes and move freely. It added that the presence of unexploded ordnance remains a major concern. In this regard, the office renewed its call for the protection of civilians and for ensuring a safe, voluntary and informed return, supported by the provision of sustained humanitarian assistance.

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