VOICED : In Lebanon destitute camp becomes jihadist refuge

The INL Hallaway refugee camp is closely monitored due to attempts by some residents to join jihadist groups in Syria. The camp displays signs of extremism, including the presence of Islamic State symbols. It is the largest Palestinian camp in Lebanon, housing over 61,000 people, including those who fled Syria. Palestinians face isolation and are barred from many professions. Security concerns persist, with authorities working with the Lebanese army to prevent incidents like those in 2007.

What is one reason the INL Hallaway refugee camp is closely monitored?

• To prevent residents from leaving for Europe

• To stop residents from joining jihadist groups in Syria

• To ensure residents have enough food and water

• To monitor the educational progress of children

What is a visible sign of support for jihadist groups within the camp?

• The presence of international aid workers

• The presence of UN peacekeepers

• The construction of new schools

• The display of the Black Flag of the Islamic State

How many Palestinian camps are there in Lebanon?

• 10

• 5

• 12

• 8

What agreement affects the presence of Lebanese forces in the camp?

• A new Lebanese law

• A recent UN resolution

• An international treaty

• A decades-old agreement

What action is being taken to address the rise of jihadists in the camp?

• Offering financial incentives to stay in the camp

• Building new housing units

• Providing more educational opportunities

• Increasing cooperation with the Lebanese army