Syrian Crisis: How WFP Is Helping Families Fleeing Conflict

Published on 27 December 2012

Humanitarian needs -- especially food -- are growing across Syria. At the same time as thousands of families are being displaced, both bread and fuel are running short in many areas. WFP is currently reaching about 1.5 million people every month inside Syria. But the escalation of fighting is making it harder to reach the people affected, especially in the north. Meanwhile, as thousands of families pour into neighbouring countries, WFP is also providing assistance in Jordan, Lebanon, Turkey and Iraq. Here's an overview:

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