Syria Crisis

13 April 2013, Aleppo City, Syria: A young boy with leishmaniasis sores on his face stands next to his father who appeals for help to cure his son's wounds. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has reported an increase in cases of leishmaniasis in recent weeks. The disease, which is spread by sandflies and can scar those affected for life, is spreading rapidly due to the deterioration in sanitary conditions and lack of proper waste management. Credit: OCHA/G.Connell

Syria: Authorities continue to undermine aid efforts, says OCHA’s John Ging

On his return from Syria, OCHA Operations Director describes how government road blocks – both real and metaphoric – are preventing aid from reaching Syria’s most vulnerable. Full Story >>

Syria: UN Humanitarian Chief urges Security Council to “end this brutal conflict”

With 6.8m people in need, Valerie Amos says situation is reaching point of no return. Full Story >>

Syria: Don’t let the people of Syria down, appeals UN Humanitarian Chief

Valerie Amos calls for more support and access to people in need at 7th Syria Humanitarian Forum. Full Story >>

UN Appeal to save Syria

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Latest Humanitarian Report

Syrian Arab Republic: Syria Humanitarian Bulletin Issue 25 | 7 – 20...

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Emergency Relief Coordinator

10 May 2013 : Remarks to the MEI on the international response...
18 Apr 2013 : Security Council Briefing on Syria
15 Apr 2013 : Appeal by Heads of leading UN Humanitarian...
19 Feb 2013 : Press Statement at the Syria Humanitarian Forum

Maps and Graphics

Syrian Arab Republic: UN-led relief convoys into hot-spot areas (...

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