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Syria's Civil War Intensifies in 14th Year Amid Declining Aid

As Syria's conflict enters its 14th year, a resurgence in violence and a significant drop in humanitarian aid exacerbate the crisis.

  • Violence in Syria has surged to its worst levels since 2020, with increased attacks on civilian infrastructure and opposition-held areas.
  • The U.N.'s humanitarian response plan for 2023 received only 38% of the funds sought, marking the lowest level of funding since appeals began.
  • Over 12 million Syrians lack regular access to food, with the World Food Program set to end its main assistance program in 2024.
  • Recent weeks have seen unrest in opposition-held areas and sporadic attacks by IS sleeper cells across the country.
  • The devastating earthquake in February 2023 further compounded Syria's misery, killing around 6,000 in the country and impacting millions reliant on aid.
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