# He was saved by a dog from a bomb; now he cares for Lebanon’s animals in war

Houssein Hamze, once saved by a dog from a bomb, chose to stay in Lebanon during renewed conflict to care for abandoned and injured animals. His story highlights extraordinary compassion and resilience amid war.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/28/man-who-stayed-to-save-lebanon-wartime-animals-mashala-shelter) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 04:00:28 GMT