The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) expressed concern over the ongoing hostilities in southern Lebanon, which have forced around 90,000 people, including 30,000 children, from their homes.

UNICEF called for an immediate ceasefire and the protection of children and civilians, as the increase in armed conflict has damaged infrastructure and civilian facilities, including nine water stations serving at least 100,000 people.

Over 70 schools in Lebanon have been closed due to hostilities, affecting approximately 20,000 students.

Additionally, around 23 healthcare facilities serving 4,000 people have been closed.

UNICEF's representative to Lebanon, Edouard Beigbeder, expressed concern for the impact on children and families who have been displaced from their homes.

The situation, now in its seventh month, is causing significant harm to children's safety, health, and education.

Beigbeder warned that the instability will continue to negatively impact children unless addressed.

He emphasized that protecting children is a legal obligation under International Humanitarian Law.

UNICEF stated that before the conflict, Lebanon's basic services, such as health and education, were at risk of collapsing due to years of overuse.

Economic and financial crises since 2019 worsened the situation.

UNICEF, along with partners, has been providing aid to displaced families, including emergency cash assistance for 85,000 individuals.

Some displaced children have resumed education in official schools with essential supplies and transportation support.

On Tuesday, clashes continued between Hezbollah and the Israeli military on the southern front in Lebanon.

An Israeli airstrike destroyed a house along the Kafr Kila — Al-Adisa road, causing damage to nearby properties.

The Israeli military also bombed homes and commercial establishments in several towns, including Aita Al-Shaab, Yaroun, Jebbayn, Naqoura outskirts, Alma Al-Shaab, and Jabal Al-Labouneh.

In response, Lebanese university students held sit-ins, displaying Lebanese and Palestinian flags and advocating for Palestinian liberation and an end to attacks in southern Lebanon.

Students from the American University of Beirut and the Lebanese American University called on their administrations to boycott companies and institutions supporting Israel.

Demonstrations occurred at several private universities in Lebanon, including Beirut Arab University, Lebanese International University, Saint Joseph University, Haigazian University, and Holy Spirit University of Kaslik.