Despite dramatic changes, including new authorities in December 2024, Syria remains a major humanitarian emergency with some 70 per cent of the population in need of humanitarian assistance. Sporadic conflict, climatic shocks, and large-scale returns of displaced populations continue to exacerbate existing needs or create new needs.

Hostilities have continued in eastern rural Aleppo, coastal governorates, and parts of the northeast and south. These conditions have triggered new and secondary displacements, exacerbated protection risks, and increased needs across all sectors.

Since the change in authorities in 2024, Syria has seen substantial returns of internally displaced people and refugees. Many returnees face enormous challenges, including limited access to essential services, legal documentation issues, and exposure to explosive ordnance risks.

The Syria Humanitarian Country Team is currently using 2025 planning figures, while the 2026 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan is finalized. The 2026 response will be shaped by emerging trends and evolving needs, with aid directed to where it's most urgently required.

The 2026 Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan is being finalized. As per the Global Humanitarian Overview 2026, Syria is projected to need US$3.2 billion to support $10.3 million people. The numbers will be revised as the plan is finalized.