Letters to the Editor: Concern's Lebanon director appeals to Irish people for help

Sherzada Khan says 'there are huge gaps in the availability of critical services to respond to the ever-increasing overcrowding'

Flames and smoke rise from Israeli airstrikes in Dahiyeh, Beirut, Lebanon, on Friday, October 4.  Picture: Hussein Malla/AP

The situation here in Lebanon is extremely concerning and getting worse each day. Frightening and sleepless nights due to frequent bombing is the new normal for everyone, including us humanitarian workers.

It is truly terrifying to live in a city where anywhere can be attacked at any time. The country is witnessing its largest displacement crisis in history due to the ongoing conflict with over 1.2m people seeking refuge from the conflict.