The ambassadors were emphasized by the United Nations Special Envoy Geir Pedersen and the United Nations Coordinator for Humanitarian Affairs, Martin Griffiths, to give hope to the Syrian people.
Around 14.6 million people need assistance – an increase of 1.2 million in 2021 – and this number is expected to reach 15.3 million won next year.
“Syrians are facing” a deepening economic and humanitarian crisis – at home and abroad, and in both Government-controlled and non-Government-controlled areas, where the situation remains worst, especially in camps for displaced people,” he said. Pedersen said.
A gloomy picture
The UN special envoy reports that demand is growing as resources are dwindling.
Electricity and fuel are scarcer than ever, while many people lack access to clean water and healthcare.
Energy shortages forced the Government to shut down state institutions for several days and the Syrian pound fell to a new record low.
Even people who don’t need support because they receive a regular salary need support now.
The possibility of a ‘catastrophic recession’
“This bleak economic and humanitarian picture is bad enough; in addition continued armed conflict and risk of military escalationand the possibility of a catastrophic recession is all too real,” warned Mr. Pedersen.
Although neither side carried out any large-scale military operations, “dangerous motive” Perseverance, he said.
Sporadic pro-government air strikes in the northwest were reported, along with Turkish air strikes to the north, and attacks in Damascus and southwest by Israel.
Furthermore, shelling, rocket fire and intermittent clashes occurred on the lines of contact, involving “all parties” in the conflict, while the extremist group ISIL continued its attacks. attack against different parties.
Six-point Agenda
Mr Pedersen has called on the Council to “change these disturbing dynamics”. He outlined a six-point agenda and called on the Council to support it.
“I will do my best to bring some movement in this extremely difficult conflict next year. We must give the Syrians hope for the future,” he said.
His first point calls for step back and escalate and restore relative calm On the ground.
The Special Envoy called on the Council to renew its framework to provide unhindered humanitarian access to all Syrians in need and by all means.
He also stressed the need to resume the meetings of the Syrian Constitutional Committee and make them more substantive.
The Arrested and the Missing
His fourth point focuses on detainees, missing and missing people, and his relentless push for release and information.
“The fifth point is to continue the dialogue towards identifying and implementing initial step-by-step confidence-building measures,” said Mr. Pedersen, referring to the engagement of Syrian stakeholders and key stakeholders. international body.
“If this is done, I believe it can begin to have a meaningful impact on the lives of ordinary Syrians, changing some of the negative dynamics on the ground, while also building trust.” and trust between parties and in the political process.”
On his last point, Mr. Pedersen stressed the importance of engaging with Syrian civil society, including the Women’s Advisory Board.
Fight to survive
Addressing the incredible needs, Mr. Griffiths reports that the vast majority of Syrian families are struggling or unable to meet their basic needs.
Twelve million people, more than half the population, are struggling to get food. Nearly three million more people could face food insecurity.
The war has displaced millions of Syrians, two million of whom are living in tents, camps and makeshift shelters, even when winter temperatures are below zero degrees Celsius.
Extending cross-border aid
The country has also seen a resurgence of cholera this year, with more than 60,000 cases and 100 deaths.
One Security Council The resolution authorizing the transfer of cross-border aid into northwestern Syria from Türkiye is set to expire in just a few weeks. Mr Griffiths called for continued support.
“I cannot overemphasize the importance of maintaining this lifeline for millions of people in the northwest,” he said. Failing to renew that resolution would jeopardize the delivery of aid when people need it most.”
