City in Middle East 33.27, 35.23

Burj al-Shamali

Also known as Bourj al-Shamali, Burj al-Shemali, Burj el-Shemali

Burj al-Shamali is a Palestinian refugee camp located near Tyre in southern Lebanon, established in 1948. Known as one of Lebanon's largest and oldest Palestinian refugee camps, situated in a region of persistent conflict. Recently, the camp has been subject to repeated IDF evacuation warnings and airstrikes. Last updated Jul 6th, 2026

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