Lebanese families rush back home as cease-fire brings uncertain peace
After year-long conflict between Israel and Hezbollah many Lebanese return to their homes following recent cease-fire. The war-torn nation faces massive rebuilding task with thousands dead and million displaced
Lebanese citizens packed-up their cars with belongings rushing homeward after a cease-fire went into effect this past wednesday. Many dont know what condition their houses are in after the long-lasting military actions
The nations problems didnt start with this conflict: Lebanon was already dealing with economic troubles before Hezbollah and Israel began their exchange of fire last fall. Now the situation has become much worse — the year-long confrontation left deep scars across the country
The human cost of this clash reached shocking numbers: over 3700 Lebanese lost their lives (including many young ones) according to health-ministry data. The scale of displacement hit hard too with more than a million people forced to leave their homes and neighborhoods behind
The cease-fire brings some hope but uncertainty remains high as people make their way back to different regions towns and villages across the country. Many families are traveling with whatever possessions they could fit on top of their vehicles; unsure about what awaits them at their destination
