Behind the Scenes: Aid Trucks Deliver Food to Northwest Syria This blog post provides an update on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Syria, highlighting recent developments and achievements in delivering aid to those affected.

Behind the Scenes: Aid Trucks Deliver Food to Northwest Syria

As humanitarian responders continue to address the needs of those affected by the crisis in Syria, security and logistical conditions permitting, the United Nations reports that aid operations are running smoothly. In this blog, we'll take a closer look at some of the recent developments on the ground.

Food Aid Delivered to Idlib

On Tuesday, 21 trucks carrying 500 metric tonnes of food – enough for 175,000 people – from the UN World Food Programme (WFP) successfully crossed into Idlib through the Bab Al-Hawa border crossing. This significant delivery marks a milestone in the ongoing effort to provide vital assistance to those affected by the crisis.

Cholera Vaccination Campaign Underway

In northeast Syria, a 10-day cholera vaccination campaign is underway in Al-Hol camp in Al-Hasakeh, with support from the World Health Organization (WHO) and the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF). This critical effort aims to protect thousands of people from this preventable disease.

Essential Supplies for Displaced Families

In the south, the UN refugee agency, UNHCR, in collaboration with the Syrian Arab Red Crescent, is working to provide essential non-food items to displaced families in need. This vital support helps meet the most basic needs of those who have been forced from their homes.

Child Protection Services Resumed

OCHA reports that child protection services have resumed in Aleppo, with 26 fixed centers and 12 mobile teams active in urban and rural areas. This critical work ensures that children are safeguarded and receive the support they need to thrive.

Challenges Remain

Despite these positive developments, supply shortages, financial liquidity issues, and insecurity across the country remain key constraints for humanitarian response. OCHA warns that nutrition supplies for pregnant and lactating women are running out, and many referred cases were not treated due to these challenges.

Fuel Delivery and Health Services Maintained

The UN Development Programme (UNDP) delivered 6,000 liters of fuel to Zahi Azraq Hospital, ensuring the continuation of critical medical services. WHO also delivered emergency kits, IV fluids, and medical supplies to Aleppo University Hospital and Al Razi Hospital. These efforts help maintain essential health services in the face of adversity.

Refugees Return Home

In a positive development, over 58,000 people have returned to Syria from neighboring countries such as Lebanon, Jordan, and Türkiye in the past three weeks. Since the beginning of the year, an estimated 419,200 Syrian refugees have come back to their homeland, with many returning to areas such as Ar-Raqqa, Aleppo, and Dar'a.

Conclusion

As we take a behind-the-scenes look at some of the recent developments on the ground in Syria, it's clear that despite the challenges, humanitarians continue to work tirelessly to provide critical assistance. With the ongoing support of agencies like OCHA, WFP, WHO, UNICEF, and UNHCR, we can make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by this crisis.

As we look to the future, it's essential that we continue to support humanitarian efforts around the world, leveraging our collective expertise and resources to create a better tomorrow for all.

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