Chaos in Syria: Thousands Displaced Amid Escalating Conflict

The ongoing hostilities in Syria have displaced around 370,000 people, with women and children forming the majority. Overcrowded shelters in northeastern Syria have left many without homes, forced to sleep on streets in freezing conditions. The United Nations is actively working to assess and meet their urgent needs.

The escalating conflict in Syria has resulted in the displacement of approximately 370,000 individuals, according to estimates by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). Among the displaced, a significant number are women and children, with 100,000 people having left their homes multiple times.

In a recent press briefing, Stephane Dujarric, the spokesperson for the UN Secretary-General, highlighted that tens of thousands have sought refuge in northeastern Syria. Efforts by the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and non-governmental organizations estimate 60,000 to 80,000 new displacements, with over 25,000 individuals currently accommodated in quickly filling shelters.

The harsh winter conditions are exacerbating the crisis, as many are forced to sleep outdoors or in vehicles without proper shelter. The UN and its humanitarian partners are on the ground working to assess and address the pressing needs of these families.

(With inputs from agencies.)