Syria: Humanitarian Response in Aleppo and the Northeast Governorates | Humanitarian Situation Report No. 3 (As of 10 February 2026)

HIGHLIGHTS

• Security conditions in Aleppo and east Syria have improved following the 30 January agreement, with a general reduction in hostilities, though the environment remains fragile and access concentrated through agreed corridors.
• Physical access has partially improved, as seven humanitarian convoys have delivered 64 trucks of life-saving supplies between 4 and 11 February, but the reach and continuity of basic services remain uneven.
• Response efforts are ongoing, with bread distributions reaching 500,000 people, nearly 30,000 children under five and pregnant and lactating women accessing life-saving nutrition services, and 1,400 bottles of water distributed to support safe drinking water needs.
• Seven incidents involving explosive ordnance (EO) were recorded, resulting in 13 civilian casualties, including seven fatalities and six injuries.
• Social pressures persist across parts of north-east Syria, with host communities and collective centres absorbing displaced households amid overcrowding, winter conditions, and displaced basic services.

SITUATION OVERVIEW

The situation in Ain Al Arab (Kobani) and Northeast Governorates have continued to improve in recent days. Active hostilities have decreased, and fewer security incidents have been reported compared to previous weeks. Implementation of the 30 January agreement between the Government of Syria (GoS) and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) appears to be contributing to a generally calmer environment in key locations.

Movements of humanitarian personnel and convoys have improved, including between Al-Hasakeh and Ar-Raqqa Governorates. However, the reach and continuity of basic services, including medical treatment and potable water, remain unpredictable. Population movements continue to evolve. Some displaced families are returning where conditions allow. Others remain displaced due to safety concerns, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted basic services. Host communities and collective centres continue to accommodate displaced households, placing sustained pressure on already limited services and livelihoods.

As of 11 February, a total of 128,400 individuals were recorded as displaced from Aleppo, Al-Hasakeh, and Ar-Raqqa governorates. This is an 11 per cent decrease from 3 February, when 143,500 people were recorded. The decrease may be due to ongoing movements, but also possible returns or relocations. During the same period, the number of communities hosting IDPs increased from 89 to 181, indicating a wider geographic dispersal. Qamishli District continues to host the largest share of displaced people, with 57,200 IDPs or some 45 per cent of the total estimated population and Afrin emerged as a secondary hub, with some 23,300 IDPs as of 11 February. Women, girls, and boys comprise the majority of the displaced population, with over 60 per cent accommodated by host communities, which is placing significant pressure on local resources and services.

The situation in Ain Al Arab (Kobani) remains less clear. Continued monitoring is required. Partners report ongoing constraints affecting markets and essential services. The operating environment also remains sensitive, particularly given shifting security arrangements. Recent reports indicate that the electricity lines have been repaired, which will support the operation of the main pumping station, hospitals and bakeries.