UNHCR Support to Covid19 Response in Syria

Khaled & his family are among over half a million people who have crossed into Syria from Lebanon, fleeing Israeli bombardment Their story highlights the challenges Syrians returning to Syria are facing, in a country where 90% of the population needs humanitarian assistance

Our teams at the Syria-Lebanon borders continue to report a very desperate situationOver 71% of arrivals to Syria are Syrian Many tell us they sold the little they had to afford the journey back home UNHCR is helping, but the needs are huge & more funding is needed

The situation is dire for civilians devastated by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. More than 100,000 people have crossed into Syria so far. Learn what’s happening in this update on the escalating crisis in the region and how we are responding from UNHCR’s Representatives to Lebanon and Syria.

The massive influx of Syrian and Lebanese families fleeing from Lebanon into Syria demands urgent attention from the international community. UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, urges global solidarity to ensure that those affected by airstrikes and military action in Lebanon receive the support they desperately need.  

Thousands of people are fleeing deadly attacks in Lebanon as Israeli airstrikes continue to devastate civilian lives UNHCR is working with partners to help displaced people across Lebanon. Thousands of Lebanese and Syrians are also crossing the border to Syria UNHCR provides water, food blankets and mattresses The humanitarian situation […]

The situation is dire for civilians devastated by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon. More than 100,000 people have crossed into Syria so far. Learn what’s happening in this update on the escalating crisis in the region and how we are responding from UNHCR’s Representatives to Lebanon and Syria.

أيادي تصنع الأمل. أسماء، نازحة في مخيم العريشة بالحسكة – سوريا، توظف مهارتها في الحياكة لإعادة تدوير الملابس القديمة ومساعدة سكان المخيم على الاستفادة منها. تدعم المفوضية المبادرات المجتمعية مثل مشروع أسماء الذي يعود بالنفع عليها وعلى المجتمع حولها.

In the heart of Al-Hasakeh governorate lies Areesha camp, where Syrian internally displaced persons (IDPs) are finding hope and purpose through innovative projects. Meet Asma, a resilient IDP who is making a difference by sewing clothes for her community using recycled fabrics. UNHCR’s commitment to fostering community-led initiatives like Asma’s […]

Today on #WorldHumanitarianDay, Dana, an inspirational outreach volunteer, shares her message. “It is not necessary to be a volunteer to help society and people. With the kindness of your heart, you can support the people around you.”, said Dana.

Our colleague Karthik on behalf of UNHCR Syria wishes the Government of Switzerland a Happy National Day.