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UN warns of civilian harm in Lebanon, says Gaza needs far more aid to meet urgent needs
Summary
At a UN press briefing, officials reported UNIFIL movement restrictions, rising displacement in southern Lebanon and large-scale humanitarian shortfalls in Gaza, including damage to schools and attacks on medical staff; the UN urged respect for international humanitarian law and expanded access.
Farhan, speaking at a United Nations press briefing, said UNIFIL has reported extensive Israeli Defense Forces activity across its area of operations and observed drone activity reportedly conducted by Hezbollah. He said an UNIFIL convoy was temporarily blocked and that recent Israeli-issued displacement orders called on civilians to evacuate at least 1,000 meters, forcing tens of thousands to flee parts of southern Lebanon since the ceasefire.
The briefing emphasized protection concerns for civilians and health workers. "We underscore that UNIFIL must be…
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