The resurgence of conflict in northwestern Syria has forced nearly 50,000 people to flee their homes within just a few days, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on Monday, describing the situation as fluid and rapidly evolving.
“Over 48,500 people – more than half are children – have been newly displaced across Idleb and northern Aleppo. The situation remains highly fluid, with partners monitoring movements daily”, OCHA stated.
The situation in #Syria is rapidly deteriorating, with civilians bearing the brunt of escalating hostilities.
— UN Humanitarian (@UNOCHA) December 2, 2024
In Aleppo and Idleb, essential services like water, health care are disrupted, leaving people without critical support.
Civilians need protection and urgent aid. ⤵️
OCHA head Tom Fletcher expressed his concern via X (formerly Twitter), “tens of thousands of people on the move; critical services interrupted; women, men and children fearing for safety.”
We are following Syria situation carefully. Worrying. Tens of thousands of people on the move; critical services interrupted; women, men and children fearing for safety.
— Tom Fletcher (@UNReliefChief) December 2, 2024
Syrians have already endured over 13 years of suffering. All sides must do more to protect civilians.
Also read: UN calls for immediate ceasefire in Syria, amid sharp escalation
Source: ANA-MPA
