SYRIA GENERAL HUMANITARIAN SITUATION UPDATE
Conflict & Access
The hostilities in the Tartous, Lattakia, Homs, and Hama governorates of Syria in early March continue to displace families into the North and Akkar governorates of north Lebanon reaching now nearly 30,000 individuals.
Displacement & Returns
As of 3 April 2025, UNHCR estimates that over 1.4 million Syrians have returned including 372,550 Syrians returning from abroad and 1.05 million IDPs who have returned to their communities. There remain an estimated 674,000 IDPs in Syria.
Changes in Government
On March 29, Syrian interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa announced the formation of a new government, emphasizing unity to rebuild the state. Key priorities include combating corruption, revitalizing institutions, strengthening the economy, and attracting Syrian professionals. A Ministry of Emergency and Disaster Management was established to enhance crisis response.