Eid celebrations dimmed by war and displacement across Middle East
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- Syrian refugee Alaa, displaced by Israeli attacks in Lebanon, is currently homeless and seeking shelter in downtown Beirut, highlighting the plight of over a million displaced people in Lebanon amid ongoing conflict.
- The ongoing war and economic crises across the region have dampened Eid al-Fitr celebrations, with many unable to afford traditional holiday items or find safe places to gather, as seen in Lebanon, Iran, and Gaza.
- In Gaza, severe economic hardship exacerbated by Israeli restrictions has made it difficult for residents like Khaled Deeb and Shireen Shreim to celebrate Eid, with many living in damaged homes or tents and lacking basic necessities.
- Despite the hardships, some like Beirut-based political researcher Karim Safieddine emphasize the
