Lebanese face four crises as winter worsens salaries
Lebanon is currently experiencing a multi-faceted crisis that directly impacts the lives of citizens. Fuel prices are continuously rising, international aid is decreasing, displacement continues, and the government has imposed new taxes on agricultural and livestock inputs. As a result, food bills are increasing rapidly, and most families lack purchasing power, with food prices rising by 18% over the past year. Approximately a quarter of the population suffers from severe food insecurity. These crises are accompanied by rising fuel and diesel prices, leading to immediate increases in the prices of bread and meat. Families are struggling to cover heating, education, and essential supplies costs, especially with the approaching winter season and higher diesel consumption. Concerns are escalating about the worsening of the crisis due to declining international funding, reduced aid, and new taxes, all of which deepen Lebanese suffering and threaten their ability to meet their basic needs.
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