Facts & Figures

(as of 26/06/2014)
Estimated number of
people affected by the
crisis in need of
humanitarian assistance:
10.8 million

Estimated number of
internally displaced:
6.4 million
(UNSCR 2139 4
th
UNSG Report,
June 2014)

Number of refugees -
registered & awaiting
registration:
2 883 664
Lebanon: 1 110 281
Turkey: 789 219
Jordan: 597 328
Iraq: 225 475
Egypt & North Africa:
161 361
(UNHCR)

EU funding

Total (Commission and
Member States):
> 2.8 billion

including:
EU humanitarian aid:
615 million
Other EU funding:
700 million
Member States
humanitarian aid:
> 1.25 billion


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European Commission
Humanitarian Aid and Civil
Protection
B-1049 Brussels, Belgium
Tel.: (+32 2) 295 44 00
Fax: (+32 2) 295 45 72
email:
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ECHO Factsheet 30 June 2014
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The Syrian conflict has resulted in the world's largest humanitarian and
security disaster. Humanitarian needs and levels of displacement
continue to increase. An entire generation of children has been exposed to
war, violence and death, and has been deprived of basic freedoms,
protection and education.
The EU, with its Member States, leads the international response. Over
2.8 billion has been mobilised for relief and recovery assistance to
Syrians inside their country as well as to refugees and their host
communities.
Through advocacy at the highest levels, the EU calls for the respect of
International Humanitarian Law (IHL) and the protection of civilians,
especially children and women, and safety of humanitarian personnel.
EU calls for the swift implementation of UN Security Council
Resolution 2139 on the humanitarian situation in Syria and in
particular on all parties to the conflict to ensure safe, unhindered and
immediate access to all people in need across conflict lines and borders.
EU appeals for the prompt lifting of sieges throughout Syria and the
implementation of "humanitarian pauses" by all sides to allow for
unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid and medical care to reach all
people in need.

Key messages
SYRIA CRISIS ECHO FACTSHEET

shortage
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Humanitarian situation
The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate as violence intensifies and fighting continues
throughout the country. Over 160 000 have lost their lives in the conflict and many thousands more
have been wounded. The conflict has a growing impact on the regional security situation.
The total number of people in need of humanitarian assistance inside Syria has reached 10.8 million,
approximately 6.4 million of whom are internally displaced. The latest report of the independent
Commission of Inquiry on the Syrian Arab Republic has reaffirmed that civilians remain the primary
victims of the conflict in Syria. The report also highlights the persistent destruction of essential
infrastructure and the denial of basic assistance to those in need. Over 2.8 million Syrian are
refugees in Lebanon, Jordan, Turkey, Iraq, Egypt and North Africa with the numbers increasing daily.
The situation of refugee in Syria is a growing concern (Palestinian, Iraqi, Afghan, Somali and
Sudanese). The conflict is increasingly implicating groups such as Kurds and Palestinians. There have
been numerous fatalities among the Palestinian population and the humanitarian situation inside the
besieged Palestinian refugee camp of Yarmouk is of utmost concern. According to UNRWA,
approximately 540 000 Palestinians are registered in Syria. Of these, around 270 000 have been
displaced inside Syria and over 80 000 to other countries. Syrian authorities and armed opposition
groups (AOGs) have reportedly reached a ceasefire agreement in the Palestinian refugee camp of
Yarmouk, which will help restore basic services in Yarmouk.
Major challenges
The magnitude of humanitarian needs is overwhelming in all parts of the country. Treating and
evacuating the wounded, as well as provision of water, sanitation and hygiene, health, shelter and food
assistance, are the main priorities. Protection remains central in the conflict, with very serious allegations of
abuses reported against women and children, adding to the constant reports of indiscriminate killings and
extra-judicial arrests and even the use of chemical weapons in 2013. Food prices continue to rise
dramatically and the availability of food stocks in many parts of Syria is a growing concern. There are
increasing reports that the populations in areas under siege are on the point of starvation.
Humanitarian access continues to be precarious, with the situation exacerbated by security issues and
cumbersome administrative and operational restrictions. Prevention of delivery of essential medical supplies
and equipment, particularly in opposition-controlled areas is persistent. Besieged and hard to reach areas in
particular represent a major reason of concern. The fourth report of the UN Secretary-General on the
implementation of Security Council resolution 2139 states that the current estimate of 3.5 million people
residing in areas that are difficult or impossible for humanitarian actors to reach has likely risen to 4.7
million people. 241 000 of the people living in hard to reach areas reside in besieged areas. Many of them
have not been reached by aid in several months and food and medical services are urgently needed. The
situation in rural Damascus, Northern and Southern Syria is particularly difficult. Cross-line deliveries
organized by UN agencies have on various occasions reached the areas of Aleppo, Homs, Hama, Deir-ez-Zor
and Idlib. Also, in March, the first UN cross-border humanitarian convoy reached Syria from Turkey.
Assaults on humanitarian workers continue. Nearly 60 humanitarian workers have been killed since
2011. Concerns about security and safety of humanitarian personnel and operations remain as high as ever
in all parts of Syria, with ambulances and UN vehicles being attacked and humanitarian workers kidnapped.
Beyond the border, the security situation in Lebanon and especially Iraq has further deteriorated over the
past few weeks.
The number of refugees fleeing Syria rose more than four-fold during 2013 and has now reached over 2.8
million. The sustained influx of Syrians is increasing the burden on host communities and fuelling tensions in
some areas. Countries bordering Syria are approaching a dangerous saturation point, particularly Lebanon
where there are over 1 million refugees. In Lebanon, shelter remains a serious concern for the vast majority
of refugee families. The latest surveys of shelter needs suggest that by the end of 2014 more than 50% of
the current refugee population will be living in sub-standard arrangements. To address the persistent large-
scale shelter needs, humanitarian organisations have started planning for the next winter season. In Iraq,
where 95% of the 225 475 Syrian refugees reside in the Kurdish Region, there are growing concerns about
the capacity of the local government, communities and humanitarian organisations, that are now confronted
with the additional challenge of large numbers of internally displaced families, following the recent escalation
of violence in the country. The influx of refugees into Jordan is at around 300-600 persons per day and a
total of almost 600 000 Syrian refugees have been registered. A third refugee camp, Azraq, was opening in
Jordan to cope with the influx of refugees. In Turkey, 220 117 Syrian refugees have been officially registered
in 22 camps, with a total of 789 219 refugees registered in Turkey overall. Turkish authorities estimate that
900 000 actually reside in the country.
Humanitarian situation and needs
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An estimated 6.4 million people (roughly 32% of the population) are internally displaced, the
largest number in the world. The majority of IDPs have been displaced several times and although first
displacements were directly linked to violence and insecurity, as the conflict persists displacement is driven
by families' needs. IDPs are moving to be closer to areas where aid is distributed in order to access food air
and other basic assistance.
In the area of health the long-lasting consequences of the conflict have left many without access to basic
medical care. Reports estimate that since the start of the conflict some 200 000 Syrians have died from
chronic illnesses due to lack of access to treatment and medicines, more than the estimated 162 000 people
who have died as a direct result of warfare. The impact of the conflict on public health services has been
severe and an estimated 50% of health workers have left the country. Of 91 public hospitals within Syria,
13% are non-functioning and 28% have been damaged.


Funding
The European Union and its Member States is the largest donor in the region with a total of over
2.8 billion mobilised to respond to humanitarian and development needs. This figure includes more than
1.25 billion in humanitarian assistance from Member States, 615 million from the Commission's
humanitarian aid budget and approximately 700 million mobilised through other non-humanitarian EU
instruments (e.g. for education, support to host communities and local societies). In-kind assistance has
also been provided to Turkey and Jordan through the activation of the European Civil Protection Mechanism.
Coordination with humanitarian partners
DG ECHO is in regular and frequent contact with the main humanitarian actors (UN agencies, ICRC, NGO's)
in both the field and in Brussels. The Commission is also actively assisting Member States with information
and advice about the humanitarian situation on the ground. Through its network of humanitarian experts in
the field, information can be provided rapidly and regularly.
The European Commission participated in the second meeting of the Top Donor Group held in Kuwait on
18 June 2014. The meeting was chaired by the UN Secretary-Generals Humanitarian Envoy, Dr. Abdullah Al
Matouq and attended by thirteen donor representatives, including representatives from the Gulf region. The
Group agreed on the necessity to strengthen cooperation between humanitarian and long-term funding to
address the consequences of the Syria crisis and highlighted the need for more financial support.

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon issued a fourth report on the implementation of Security
Council Resolution 2139 (unanimously adopted on 22 February on the humanitarian situation in Syria.
See Resolution). The report confirms that violence and attacks on civilians by all parties to the conflict and
human rights abuses continue unabated with devastating consequences for those affected. Furthermore, the
report confirms that there has been no improvement in achieving sustained humanitarian access to all
people in need within the country, in particular those in hard-to-reach areas.
In December 2013, the UN launched the largest appeal in its history with the revised Syrian Government
Response Plan and Syrian Regional Response Plan. Calling for US$6.5 billion in total to provide
humanitarian aid to Syria and neighbouring countries, both plans include unmet requirements from the
previous versions. As of 26 June, according to UNOCHA and UNHCR, the two plans have received
respectively, 25.9% and 31.6% of their total budget requirements.

The European Union's Humanitarian Response
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The 50 000 refugees from Syria crossing the border into Lebanon every month
must register with UNHCR in order to access aid. Registration can take several
weeks and in the meantime families have to live off their savings and the little
they have brought with them. DG ECHO is funding non-governmental
organisations which focus, in particular, on providing assistance to newcomers.
Partners like the Danish Refugee Council, Medair, Handicap International
and Solidarit distribute basic household items as well as food and shelter.
Photo: Jaco Klamer

Each day in the Syrian crisis brings more injuries to thousands of innocent
people, with civilians being left with amputations and other horrific war wounds.
In Jordan, with its partner Handicap International, DG ECHO is helping
provide emergency rehabilitation care, distribution of walking aids and
supporting hospitals to treat wounded people.


About 230 000 people, mainly of Kurdish origin, have fled the violence inside
Syria to the Kurdish region of Iraq. About 30% are hosted in camps, of which
Domiz is by far the largest, and the remaining 70% are living in urban areas
across the three Kurdish Governorates. Everyday life for these urban-dwelling
refugees is often very difficult. DG ECHO is funding the Norwegian Refugee
Council to provide vouchers for 1 200 households in urban settings in Duhok
and Erbil, which are redeemable for shelter and water and sanitation materials.
The NRC will also distribute hygiene kits to 2 000 households.

Inside Syria, DG ECHO has supported WHO to increase access to health care for the population affected by
the Syrian crisis. The assistance includes supplies of essential and lifesaving medicines, trauma kits to health
care facilities, support to infection control, training on non-communicable diseases, and vaccination of
children against polio. As part of the Regional Response Strategy to the polio outbreak, five national polio
immunization rounds have been completed in Syria, with over 2.91 million children vaccinated in
government and opposition-controlled areas during the last round of March-April.

Turkey faces massive social and economic challenges from its support of
roughly one million Syrian refugees. The Turkish Government has
responded with great generosity setting up camps with high standards of
assistance. DG ECHO has supported the camps through the distribution of tents
and food, for more than 200 000 refugees. However, the important challenge
that the humanitarian community faces now is responding to the needs of more
than 800 000 refugees living outside the camps. Through the International
Organization for Migration (IOM), the Danish Refugee Council and
German Agro Action, DG ECHO has set up an emergency response
programme covering the basic needs of the most vulnerable new arrivals during
their first 6 months, e.g. single headed households, children and people with disabilities.








Examples of DG ECHO funded relief projects
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OVERVIEW OF EU HUMANITARIAN AND CIVIL PROTECTION RESPONSE TO DATE
(FINANCIAL AND IN KIND, 2011 - 2014)

EU Member States and DG ECHO contributions to unrest in Syria 2011 2014 *
Donor Commitments in EDRIS
Details of in-kind assistance
(2014)

Total (cash and in-kind) Main items
Austria 8 175 000
Belgium 18 435 898
Bulgaria 295 874
Croatia 165 403
Czech Republic 2 539 945
Denmark 59 144 943
Estonia 1 159 806
France 41 087 863 100 000
Finland 28 318 552
Germany 314 524 861
Greece 200 000
Hungary 504 653
Ireland*** 17 600 000
Italy 30 501 928 105 000
Latvia 93 000
Lithuania 34 754
Luxembourg 13 268 097
Malta 50 000
Netherlands 64 985 286
Poland 2 900 134
Portugal 160 000
Romania 306 456
Slovakia 190 000
Slovenia 150 000
Spain 12 727 533
Sweden*** 85 699 299
United Kingdom 567 277 607
Total Member States (MS) 1 270 496 892 205 000
EU** 615 000 000
Total EU 1 866 496 892 205 000

* The most recently announced funding allocations by EU MS and pledges not yet recorded in EDRIS are not reflected above.
** This amount includes an allocation of 6 million for Iraqi refugees in Syria and 3.3 million for Palestinian refugees in Lebanon.
***This amount includes MS contribution in response to the Syria crisis in Armenia and/or Egypt.

NB. The EU with Member States is the largest donor in the region with a total of over 2.8 billion mobilized to respond to
humanitarian and development needs.
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