Middle East

Lebanon struggles with refugee spill

Bordern town of Irsal overwhelmed with Syrians struggling to adapt to their new environment.
Last Modified: 17 Nov 2012 20:12

The crisis in Syria continues to send people over the border seeking safety.

According to the UN more than 115,000 refugees are now in Lebanon.

Some are in the small border town of Irsal.

Al Jazeera's Rula Amin reports on the efforts being made to accommodate them.

47
Source:
Al Jazeera
Topics in this article
Country
City
Organisation
Featured on Al Jazeera
Murder of Somali draws ire of foreign African nationals over rising xenophobic violence.
We look at the impact of increased sanctions against the Islamic Republic and ask who it really affects.
Tupamaros enforce rough justice in Venezuela's slums to support socialism, but critics say the group are violent thugs.
More than a decade ago the US launched a war against Afghanistan, but was it a justified battle?
Featured
Syria's War
Two years since the start of the uprising, rebels and Assad's forces remain locked in conflict.
Turkey Protests
Extensive coverage of political unrest that spread from Istanbul to other areas.
Summer of discontent
Weeks of demonstrations could benefit AKP's grip on power - or be a game-changer.
Africa mutilation
More than 100 million girls have suffered genital 'cutting' to save family honour.
Iran Elections
News and analysis of 2013 presidential contest as Ahmadinejad finishes second term.
join our mailing list