Syria

Syrian Refugees Profoundly Hit by COVID-19 Economic Downturn

UNHCR This article reports the warning of UNHCR that the economic downturn prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic has pushed hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees into an ever more desperate situation and has increased their humanitarian needs. Article

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SACD Analysis: Impact of Covid-19 on Syrian Refugees in Lebanon 

Medium This article by the Syrian Association for Citizen Dignity conducted interviews with Syrian refugees in Lebanon to capture their experience impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Article

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The COVID-19 Pandemic and Conflict Dynamics in Syria

SWP This paper reports on the conflict dynamics that impede confronting COVID-19 challenges, the COVID-19 impact on the military balance of power, crucial actors likely to adjust their priorities as well as policy recommendations. Article

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COVID-19 Impact: What We Know So Far — Syria

International Planned Parenthood Federation This article features an interview with Lama Mouaeka, the Executive Director of Syria’s Family Planning Association (SFPA), on the impact of COVID-19. Article

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Syria: Aid Restrictions Hinder Covid-19 Response 

Human Rights Watch This article reports on the aid restrictions preventing millions of people in northeast Syria from getting treated for COVID-19.  Article

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The Impact of Syria’s Fragmentation on COVID-19 Response 

Project on Middle East Political Science This working paper highlights the impact of the war in Syria on any meaningful nationwide disaster response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Working Paper

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Impact of COVID-19 on Syrian Refugees and Host Communities in Jordan and Lebanon 

International Labour Organization This report provides a summary of the particular vulnerability of migrant workers during the COVID-19 health emergency, with a focus on migrant domestic workers in Lebanon. Report

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The Impact Of The COVID-19 Pandemic on Syrians: An Analysis By Syrian Civil Society 

Half of Syria This report highlights the key challenges and concerns facing Syrians during the COVID-19 pandemic taking into account the civil war, sanctions, and restrictions imposed on different regions after the COVID-19 outbreak. Report

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COVID-19 Pandemic: Syria’s Response and Healthcare Capacity 

LSE This article presents a rapid assessment of the capacity of the healthcare system in all parts of Syria to respond to and contain a COVID-19 outbreak. Article

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