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Palestinian Refugees from Gaza, Jordan to Receive Subsidized Bread in Syria 13-01-2022 The municipality council in Deraa city, south of Syria, called on Palestinian refugees from Gaza and Palestinians with Jordanian travel documents sheltered in Deraa to register their names and personal information to receive bread at subsidized prices. The move comes
UK Gov’t: Syria Unsafe for Refugee Returns 13-01-2022 Britain on Tuesday said it is “not returning” any people to Syria in line with the UN judgment that the latter “remains unsafe.” The statement from Home Office came after reports by The Guardian on Sunday that a Syrian
Displaced Families Called Upon to Submit Demands for Return to Yarmouk Camp 13-01-2022 Activists have called on residents of Yarmouk Camp to submit applications to return to their houses and retrieve their property. Lawyer Nour AlDeen Salman said return permits are granted in a one hour time-span as authorities prepared detailed maps of
Palestinians of Syria Continue to Protest in Beirut over UNRWA Aid Cut 13-01-2022 Dozens of Palestinian families from Syria (PRS) who were displaced to Lebanon continue to rally outside of the headquarters of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in Beirut for the third
Palestinian Refugee Child Appointed Children’s Mayor in Netherlands 12-01-2022 A Dutch municipality appointed 11-year-old Palestinian-Syrian girl “Lulia Muhammad Hamid” as a mayor representing children in the municipality. The children’s mayor Samuel Heuil and the mayor of the municipality Raine Melissan said Lulia Hamid will be performing several tasks
GAPAR Calls for Increasing Flour to Khan Eshieh Camp 12-01-2022 The General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) has called on the Syrian Ministry of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection to allot an additional quantity of 1.5 tons of flour to AlJalil Bakery in Khan Eshieh Camp, in Rif
Family Survives Fire in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian Refugees 12-01-2022 The family of Kamel Najami survived a fire that rocked their house in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. The fires broke out on Tuesday after a kerosene stove went off at the house. A relative sustained injuries as
Family Appeals for Information over Condition of Missing Palestinian Refugee in Poland 12-01-2022 Palestinian Refugee Mahmoud Amayri has gone missing in Poland for nearly one month. His family continues to appeal to the concerned embassies and human rights organizations to work on disclosing his condition and whereabouts. Mahmoud’s father, Khaled, said his son
House Burned Down by Thieves in Yarmouk Camp 11-01-2022 Palestinian refugees who have recently returned to Yarmouk Camp have spoken up against property-thieves who have been ransacking civilian homes and stealing their belongings. Recently, unknown persons set fire to a civilian house after they attempted to burglarize it. “They
Telecommunications Crisis Exacerbated by Cables Theft in AlHusainiya Camp 11-01-2022 The telecommunications network in AlHusaniniya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, has been ravaged by increasing cable thefts. Civilians said internet and phone networks have gone out of operation for over six days as gangsters continue to steal cables
UNRWA to Deliver Food Aid to Palestinian Refugees in War-Torn Syria 11-01-2022 UNRWA announced its decision to distribute emergency food aid for 2022 in partnership with the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) as of January 12. Text messages specifying the date and place of delivery will be sent to the
UNRWA Pledges to Find Solution to Cut Aid for PRS 11-01-2022 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon have escalated protest moves against UNRWA to speak up against the Agency’s decision to cut aid for PRS families. A so-called “Tent 194” has been set up outside of UNRWA headquarters in Beirut
Palestinian Refugees from Syria Rally Outside of UNRWA Office in Beirut 10-01-2022 Dozens of displaced Palestinian families from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon held a vigil outside of UNRWA headquarters in Beirut, protesting the latest decision by the Agency to cut shelter and food grants for PRS and pay a monthly sum of
UNRWA Announces Additional Cash Aid for PRS in Lebanon 10-01-2022 UNRWA announced a new batch of cash aid for Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon. In a statement issued on January 10, 2022, UNRWA said every registered PRS will receive an additional sum of 75$ to be shelled out
Residents of Yarmouk Camp Appeal for Vital Services 10-01-2022 Families who returned to Yarmouk Camp have called on Syrian authorities to rehabilitate vital facilities in an area where most public amenities have gone out of operation. The unabated warfare has had disastrous fallouts on Palestinian refugee camps across the
Yarmouk Camp in Syria Still Suffering from Heavy Toll of Regime Blockade 10-01-2022 AGPS has documented the death of 204 Palestinian refugees due to malnutrition and medical neglect as a result of the tough siege slapped a few years earlier by the Syrian regime on Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus
As Palestinian Refugees Appeal for Return to Ravaged Yarmouk Camp, Fatah Movement Commemorates 57th Anniversary 09-01-2022 Activists who attended a ceremony held on Sunday January 9 at the Arabic Club in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, to mark the 57th anniversary of Fatah Movement founding in Syria, leveled heavy criticism at Fatah, saying the ceremony comes
Palestinian Refugee Arrested on His Way Back from Germany 09-01-2022 A Palestinian refugee was arrested by Syrian authorities at the Damascus International Airport after he came back from Germany to visit his family. His condition and whereabouts remain under wraps. Unverified reports confirmed his secret incarceration in Palestine Branch 235
Palestinians from Syria Trapped on French Guiana Appeal for Humanitarian Action 09-01-2022 Palestinian refugees stranded on the French island of Guiana have been subjected to a precarious legal status and dire humanitarian condition. As the conflict broke out in Syria, thousands of Palestinian refugees fled the war-torn country to Brazil after
Palestinian Refugee Families Suffering Abject Conditions in Qudsaya 08-01-2022 Displaced Palestinian families taking shelter in the so-called “youth housing” apartments in Qudsaya town, in Rif Dimashq, have been enduring dire socio-economic conditions due to the exorbitant prices of food and non-food items along with the high rates of unemployment
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Appeal for UNRWA Winter Assistance 08-01-2022 Palestinian refugees displaced from Syria in Lebanon have called on UNRWA to take urgent action in response to the dire socio-economic condition and abject poverty they have been grappling with in the Lebanese territories. The refugees denounced UNRWA’s latest decision
7 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees Released from Syria Prisons 08-01-2022 Seven Palestinian refugees sheltered in Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, were released from Syrian prisons on January 1, 2022. Mohamed Subhi Sa’id, Samir Subhi Sa’id, Maher Mousa, Ismail Mousa, Rami Sa’id, Kutaibah Nayef Sa’id, and Ibrahim Yakoob, were freed
Cash-Stripped Palestinian Refugees in War-Torn Syria Lash Out at Fatah Delegation 08-01-2022 Palestinian refugees in Syria leveled heavy criticism at a Fatah delegation that showed up in Damascus on January 6, led by the secretary of the group’s Central Committee, Jibril AlRujoub. The refugees said Fatah leaders have turned blind eyes and
Harassment against Schoolgirls Reported in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria 07-01-2022 Residents of Khan Dannun camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq have denounced the verbal harassment perpetrated against schoolgirls in the vicinities of mixed secondary schools. A local shopkeeper said instances of verbal harassment have been spotted around the clock
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Bread Crisis 07-01-2022 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have sounded distress signals over the bread crisis in the area due to new distribution mechanisms implemented by the Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade in Syria. A number of
Syrian Authorities Greenlight Return to Yarmouk Camp 07-01-2022 Local sources told AGPS that families’ return to Yarmouk Camp has become a more feasible endeavour. Engineer Mohamed Salman said permits are rapidly granted by the security branch of Street 30 to families wishing to regain access to their homes
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Action 07-01-2022 Palestinian refugees displaced from Syria in Lebanon have called on international humanitarian organizations and human rights institutions to take urgent action in response to the dire socio-economic condition and abject poverty they have been grappling with in the Lebanese territories
Food Baskets Distributed in Deraa Refugee Camp 06-01-2022 Some 700 Palestinian refugee families received last week food baskets distributed by the Syrian Red Crescent Organization. All the way through Syria’s conflict, residents of Daraa Camp have been grappling with dire humanitarian conditions owing to the high rates
Following Latest Decision to Cut Aid, UNRWA Distributes Cash Aid to Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon 06-01-2022 UNRWA started on January 4 distributing cash aid to Palestinian refugee families from Syria covering the month of December. The aid grants will be disbursed through Liban Post. Registered families will receive text messages to that end. UNRWA said that
Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Relative in Syria 06-01-2022 A Palestinian family has appealed for information about the condition and whereabouts of Adnan Ahmad Ghanayma, who has been secretly held in Syrian prisons for eight years running. Adnan was born in 1970 in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees. He
Palestinian Refugee in Sweden Creates Electronics Dictionary 06-01-2022 Palestinian refugee Shehadeh Shamdin Atwa, born in 1959, has compiled a special dictionary of electrical and electronic terms to facilitate vocational studies in Swedish institutes. Shehadeh Atwa, was a resident of Yarmouk camp. He is the father of five children
Palestinian Refugees: Latest US Contribution to UNRWA Distrustful 05-01-2022 Association 302 for Defense of Refugees Rights, warned of the malevolent implications of the latest contribution by the U.S. administration to the UN Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA). The United States pledged on Thursday to shell out $99 to
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Displacement Camp Rally in Solidarity with Victims of Greece Boat Tragedy 05-01-2022 Palestinian refugees and CSOs in AlBadawi displacement camp, north of Lebanon, held a vigil in solidarity with the victims of the Greece boat accident and their families. The refugees held banners lamenting the tragedy and mourning the victims, who risked
Following Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees at Sea, AGPS Calls on European Court of Justice to Revise Family Reunion Law 05-01-2022 AGPS has called on the European Court of Justice to revise migration policy and family reunification procedures for migrant children aged above 18. The European Court of Justice (ECJ) should take serious action regarding the situation of refugees aged 18
Over 1,200 Palestinian and Syrian Refugees Killed in Ali AlWahsh Tragedy 05-01-2022 Some eight years ago, over hundreds of Palestinian and Syrian refugees, including women and minors, were killed by pro-regime militias deployed at Ali AlWahsh checkpoint, south of Damascus. The crime culminated in the murder of 1,200 Palestinians and
Four Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Prisons in 2021 04-01-2022 Four Palestinian refugees died under torture in Syrian prisons in 2021, bringing the number of torture victims among Palestinian refugees in the war-torn country to 653, among them women and minors. The victims are Majed AlMadani, Mahmoud Kadoura, Mohamed Ibrahim
Webinar Underscores Situation of Displaced Palestinian Refugees from Syria in Jordan, Lebanon, and Gaza 04-01-2022 A webinar was held by Association 302 for Defense of Refugees Rights to tackle the alarming legal, political, and humanitarian situation of Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Jordan, Lebanon, and Gaza. In attendance was AGPS media chief Fayez Abu
Following Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees at Sea, AGPS Launches Solidarity Campaign 04-01-2022 AGPS has launched a campaign in solidarity with the families of the victims of the tragic boat accident which occurred off a Greek coast on Friday, December 24, claiming the lives of 17 migrants, among them eight Palestinian refugees displaced
229 Migrants Rescued by Turkish Coast Guard 03-01-2022 Turkish Coast Guard Command units rescued 229 illegal migrants who were pushed back by the Greek coast guard in the Aegean Sea on Friday. Acting on a tip, the Turkish coast guard rescued at least 102 irregular migrants on a
Civilians’ Life Threatened by Motorbike Riders in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees 03-01-2022 Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have raised concerns over the increasing abductions, home-burglary attempts, and sexual harassment reported in the area, particularly overnight due to chronic power blackouts. Civilians said masked motorcyclists driving at
Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp Call for Equitable Bread Distribution 03-01-2022 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, have called on the Syrian authorities to control bread distribution and bread smuggling to the black market. A resident told AGPS that over recent years, funds have been raised
US Pledges $99 Million to Palestine Refugee Agency 03-01-2022 The United States pledged on Thursday to shell out $99 to refresh the budget of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for the Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), in light of the unprecedented financial crunch. In a tweet, the State Department’s
Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Denounce Poor Services 02-01-2022 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq leveled heavy criticism at the local administrative development committee for turning its back on their appeals for enhancing vital services in the area. The residents said the water crisis
Applications for Return to Yarmouk Camp Resumed 02-01-2022 Families in Yarmouk camp have submitted demands for return after the local municipality suspended return applications. Palestinian lawyer Nour AlDeen Salman said concerned residents should submit their ownership documents to concerned authorities in Street 30. Permits are to be granted
Family of Missing Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Information 02-01-2022 The family of Palestinian refugee Bahaa AlHasan, raised in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, have appealed to search and rescue teams to work on revealing the condition and whereabouts of their relative, who has gone missing since October 11 as
Following Death of Rawnd Alayedi, PRC Calls on Germany to Launch Immediate Probe 02-01-2022 The Palestinian Return Centre in London (PRC) has called on the German authorities to open an immediate investigation into the death of Palestinian refugee girl Rawnd Alayedi, who breathed her last onboard a Greece-bound boat, trying to reach Europe to
Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Action 01-01-2022 Palestinian refugee families sheltered in displacement camps set up north of Syria continue to appeal for urgent humanitarian action by the concerned authorities in Syria, United Nations bodies, and international humanitarian organizations. The families continue to lash out at the
Palestinians of Syria Deeply Alarmed by Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees in Greece Boat Tragedy 01-01-2022 Palestinian refugees in/from Syria (PRS) have mourned the death of their relatives and friends in the latest tragic boat accident off a Greek coast. Hundreds of posts have been published and shared on social media networks to lament the tragedy
72 Palestinian Refugees Died at Sea since Outbreak of Syrian Conflict 01-01-2022 So far, at least 72 Palestinian refugees from Syria drowned onboard migrant vessels, fleeing war-torn Syria. Scores of others died of cold on route to EU destinations. A number of casualties breathed their last off the Libyan seashore on way
Following Death of Palestinian Refugees, AGPS Urges EU to Reconsider Family Reunion Policy 01-01-2022 AGPS has called upon European Union parliaments to revise migration policy and family reunification procedures for migrant children aged above 18. AGPS has been receiving deeply alarming reports about what the Greek Coast Guard described in a statement as a
Palestinian Refugee Girls Achieve Outstanding Results in Int’l Mental Math Competition 31-12-2021 A number of Palestinian refugee students from the UNRWA-run Ramla School in Homs refugee camp achieved the first places in the International Mental Math Championship. 388 boys and girls from 44 countries, including Syria, participated in the competition. 10 Palestinian
Palestinian Refugees in Deraa Point Finger at Gangsters Involved in Assassinations 31-12-2021 Residents of Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, held a person called “Iyad Harfoush” and his brother Mohamed responsible for the increasing abductions and assassinations targeting a number of residents over recent months. In a statement emailed to
Palestinians Rally Outside of UNRWA Offices in Lebanon 31-12-2021 Palestinian refugees and activists sheltered in Tripoli and its Badawi refugee camps, in Lebanon, rallied earlier this week outside of UNRWA offices to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for Palestinian refugee families from Syria (PRS) starting January
AGPS Appeals for Information about Condition of Forcibly-Disappeared Journalists in War-Torn Syria 31-12-2021 AGPS condemns the apathy maintained by the international community and Palestinian leadership as regards the extrajudicial killing, harsh torture, and arbitrary detention of Palestinian journalists and activists in war-ravaged Syria. AGPS stresses the important role that the media has in
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camps Lament Death of Palestinian Migrants off Greece 30-12-2021 Displacement camps for Palestinian refugees across war-torn Syria have showed mass solidarity with the victims of the Greece boat accident and their families. Hundreds of posts have been published and shared on social media networks to lament the tragedy and
Palestinian Authority Criticized over Apathy Regarding Greece Boat Tragedy 30-12-2021 Palestinian refugees and activists have slammed the Palestinian authority over its “passive response” following the Greece tragic boat accident. Except for a statement by the political adviser of the Palestinian Authority’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Ahmad AlDick, no
Father of Victim of Greece Boat Tragedy Reveals Shocking Details 30-12-2021 AGPS has conducted an interview with the father of Palestinian refugee Rawnd Alayedi who drowned at sea after a boat capsized off a Greek coast on Friday, December 24. Rawnd Alayde, a Palestinian-Syrian refugee born on November 21, 1998
Palestinian Refugees Rally outside of UNRWA Office in Sidon 29-12-2021 Palestinian refugees and CSOs in Lebanon have rallied outside of UNRWA offices in Sidon to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for Palestinian refugee families from Syria (PRS) starting 2022. The protesters have strongly condemned the decision which
European Palestinian Youth Union Calls for Legal Protection of Palestinian Refugees 29-12-2021 The European Palestinian Youth Union (YOUTH) has called for providing Palestinian refugees with international legal protection and enhancing their humanitarian conditions in displacement camps. In a statement issued following the tragic boat accident off a Greek coast which claimed the
AGPS Reveals Details of Greece Tragic Boat Accident 29-12-2021 AGPS has received new details about the cause of the fatal boat accident off a Greek coast which claimed the lives of dozens of migrants. The vessel set sail on Friday morning carrying 88 migrants onboard, more than two times
AlRaml Camp in Latakia Left without Power for 5th Day 28-12-2021 Power has been cut off in AlRaml Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Latakia, for over five days running as a result of the storm that rocked the city a few days earlier. Residents of AlRaml Camp in Latakia continue to
PLO Denounce UNRWA Decision to Cut Cash Aid 28-12-2021 The Palestine Liberation Organization denounced UNRWA’s decision to cancel shelter allowances for Palestinians displaced from Syria to Lebanon and cut food grants. During a meeting in Beirut, the PLO called on UNRWA to cancel the decision, following claims that the
8 Palestinians from Syria Pronounced Dead as Boat Capsizes off Greece 28-12-2021 Eight Palestinian refugees from Syria have drowned off a Greek coast as their boat capsized last Friday. The victims are Rawand Mohamed AlAyedi, from Yarmouk Camp; Dentist Mohamed Kamel Ajaj, 38, a resident of Damascus; Ahmad Yousef Mohamed, born in
Resident of Deraa Refugee Camp Wins Karate Championship 27-12-2021 Palestinian refugee Abdul Rahman Husain has won the first place in the karate championship (35 kg) held by the Palestinian Sports Federation in cooperation with Ghassan Kanafani Club in Syria. Raised in Jaramana camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq
Japan Donates $28.95 Million Aid for Refugees in Syria 27-12-2021 The Government of Japan has decided to extend Emergency Grant Aid of 28.95 million US dollars for vulnerable Palestinian refugees and internally displaced people, facing humanitarian crisis in Syria and neighboring countries. This will provide humanitarian assistance such as
Palestinian Refugee Dies of Injured Inflicted by Blast in Syria Displacement Camp 27-12-2021 Palestinian refugee Iyad Baker has died of wounds he sustained on Monday after an explosive device went off outside of his house in AlMuzeireeb town, in Deraa, south of Syria. The explosive device was implanted by unidentified persons. Iyad Baker
Palestinian Families Appeal for Information about Missing Relatives off Greek Coasts 27-12-2021 Palestinian refugee families continue to appeal for information about the condition and whereabouts of their relatives who have gone missing on Friday, December 24, after a boat capsized of a Greek island. The list of missing migrants includes Palestinian refugee
Child Psychological Support Event Held in Yarmouk Camp 26-12-2021 A party was held by Athar Foundation for children in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees. Palestinian refugee children in Syria continue to walk past the debris of war everyday to reach their schools in nearby suburbs, enduring a scary
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Manipulation of Aid Distribution in Deraa 26-12-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa city and its displacement camp have denounced UNRWA’s aid distribution policy in the area. Reporting from the southern Syrian city of Deraa, an AGPS news correspondent said long queues have been spotted outside of UNRWA
Residents of Ramadan Camp Denied Access to Healthcare Services 26-12-2021 Residents of AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, continue to launch distress calls over the absence of healthcare services amid an unabated coronavirus outbreak. The residents have called for increasing efforts to disinfect public amenities and provide them
4 Palestinian Refugee Doctors Forcibly Disappeared in War-Torn Syria 26-12-2021 Four Palestinian doctors have been enduring mysterious fates in Syrian prisons for over eight years running. Palestinian medic Hayel Hamid has been forcibly disappeared since August 13, 2012. He was kidnapped from his clinic in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus
UNRWA Chief: Austerity Reached Its Limit 25-12-2021 Philippe Lazzarini, Commissioner-General of the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), has warned that chronic and drastic funding shortfalls could even lead to its collapse. “Today, austerity has reached its limit and is impacting the quality of
Humanitarian Situation in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Exacerbated by Power Blackout 25-12-2021 Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said power has been operative only for one hour a day, resulting in food spoilage. Civilians said power lines have been unevenly operated across residential neighborhoods. Eleven years into
Palestinian Refugee Missing in Rif Dimashq 25-12-2021 Palestinian refugee Ibrahim Saleh Ali, born in 1952, disappeared on Thursday evening after he left his house in AlSabina. Ibrahim’s family continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts.
Palestinians among Dozens of Migrants Pronounced Dead, Missing off Greek Coast 25-12-2021 Greek coast guard recovered late Friday 16 bodies of migrants after their boat capsized off a Greek island. The list includes 12 men, three women and an infant. They were boarding a boat carrying 88 irregular migrants. At least 16
March Held in Khan Dannun Camp in Solidarity with Palestinian Detainees in Israeli Prisons 24-12-2021 Dozens of residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees joined a march staged in solidarity with Palestinians held behind Israeli prison bars. The marchers spoke up against Israeli human rights abuses and called for an end to administrative detention
Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment at UNRWA Clinic 24-12-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have spoken out against the mistreatment they have been subjected to by staff members at a UNRWA-run clinic in the camp. Local activists have urged the UN refugee agency, the General Authority
Palestinian Family Reveal Secrets of Fatal Torture in Syrian Prisons 24-12-2021 Families of two Palestinians tortured to death in Syria’s state-run prisons have remembered with great sorrow the loss of their beloved relatives. Palestinian brothers Mohamed and Nabil Fayad Mustafa died under torture in Syrian regime prisons. Their brother Fadhel said
Palestine Refugee Agency Discusses Reconstruction of Aleppo Displacement Camps 24-12-2021 Director of UNRWA operations in Aleppo Amanya Michael Ebye met with CSOs and representatives of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) in Aleppo to discuss the humanitarian situation in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees. The meeting discussed the
Retired Palestinian Refugees Slam PLO 23-12-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria have lashed out at the Palestinian Liberation Organization over the latest celebration held in Damascus to honour retired Palestinian teachers. The refugees said the celebration was held in favour of Fatah affiliates while dozens of veteran
Palestinian Refugees Level Heavy Criticism at Turkey Spokespersons 23-12-2021 Representatives of the Palestinian refugee community in Turkey met with the director of the Migration Directorate in Istanbul Bayram Yalenso to discuss the situation of Palestinians in Turkey. The two sides underscored the dire humanitarian situation endured by Palestinian refugees
Palestinian Refugees Express Concern over Security Mayhem in Deraa Camp 23-12-2021 Shootouts have rocked the outskirts of Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees as clashes flared up between affiliates of the so-called gunmen Muayad AlHarfoush and Abu Shalash. Two deaths have been reported. The exact number of victims remains unknown. The clashes
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Keep Up Protest Moves over UNRWA Aid Cut 23-12-2021 Palestinian refugees and CSOs in Lebanon have rallied outside of UNRWA offices in Tyre and Sidon to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for Palestinian refugee families from Syria (PRS). The protesters have strongly condemned the decision which
Retired Palestinian Teachers Honored in Syria 22-12-2021 The General Union of Palestinian Teachers honored a number of retired instructors from Palestinian refugee camps in Syria. The list includes instructor Badriya Hasan Taamari who won the world’s best teacher award. The event marks the Palestinian Teacher’s Day
Northern Syria Displacement Camps Ravaged by Heavy Rainfalls 22-12-2021 Heavy rains that rocked northwestern Syria have exposed the substandard displacement camps set up by humanitarian organizations to shelter displaced families. Camps made up of cement blocks have sustained serious cracks and material damage. The poor sewerage and frail infrastructure
Return of Displaced Families to Yarmouk Camp Delayed 22-12-2021 The Municipality of Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, has reportedly delayed receiving applications from families wishing to return to the camp. This comes days after local authorities promised to facilitate the families’ return to Yarmouk Camp at the earliest possible
In Memorandum to Guterres, Palestinian CSOs Call for Urgent Action Regarding UNRWA Aid Cut 22-12-2021 The Association of Civil Society Organizations of Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon has denounced a recent decision by UNRWA to cut aid for Palestinians from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon, saying the decision will result in tragic consequences for PRS and
22 Migrants Rescued off Turkish Coast 21-12-2021 twenty-two irregular migrants who were drifting in a dinghy off western Izmir province’s Menderes district were rescued by the Turkish Coast Guard Command. According to a statement by the coast guard on Tuesday, the passengers lost control of the drifting
Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp Slam New Spokesperson 21-12-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees denounced the crackdowns imposed by the recently-appointed camp spokesman. Reporting from the area, an AGPS news correspondent said the new spokesman has been ordering civilians to issue new identity documents and heavily
Right Group Urges UNRWA to Reconsider Decision to Cut Aid for Palestinians of Syria 21-12-2021 The Palestinian Association for Human Rights (WITNESS) leveled heavy criticism at UNRWA and urged the Agency to backtrack on the new measures which they said would result in further despair for PRS. In a Monday statement, WITNESS said the
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Escalate Protest Moves over UNRWA Aid Cut 21-12-2021 Palestinian refugees in Lebanon continue to rally outside of UNRWA offices in Sidon, Tripoli, Central AlBekaa, and Beirut to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for Palestinian refugee families from Syria (PRS). The protesters have strongly condemned the
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Fuel Manipulation 20-12-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the manipulation of fuel supplies by state-authorized suppliers. The residents have railed against frequent delays in the transfer of the 50 fuel liters allotted to them through the
Displaced Families Call for Immediate Return to Yarmouk Camp 20-12-2021 Activists have called on Palestinian refugees families to submit applications at the municipality of Yarmouk Camp in order to return to the area and retrieve their property. Those who do not own original property documents are also entitled to submit
Palestinian Refugee Camp of Latakia Swamped with Rainshowers 20-12-2021 Heavy rains that rocked the Palestinian refugee camp of Raml in Latakia have exposed the poor infrastructure in the area. In photos circulated on social media networks, residential alleyways appear to be flooded by rainfalls resulting in deluges of wastewater
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Escalate Protest Moves over UNRWA Aid Cut 20-12-2021 Palestinian refugees in Lebanon continue to rally outside of UNRWA offices in Sidon, Tripoli, Central AlBekaa, and Beirut to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for Palestinian refugee families from Syria (PRS). The protesters have strongly condemned the
Vaccination Campaign Launched in Jaramana Camp 19-12-2021 The Syrian Health Ministry in partnership with CSOs launched a vaccination campaign in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. This comes following reports of increasing coronavirus cases in the camp. Refugees wishing to get vaccinated should show up
Winter Clothes Distributed in AlSabina Camp 19-12-2021 Activists from AlSabina Camp embarked on a campaign to collect winter clothes to vulnerable people and orphans. The move comes in response to the price leap, high poverty rates, and the sharp decline in civilians’ purchasing power in displacement camps
Resident of Khan Eshieh Camp Released after Six Years in Syria Prison 19-12-2021 A resident of Khan Eshieh Camp was released from Syrian prisons a few months ago. AGPS could not publish the piece of news until the ex-prisoner left Syria over security concerns. AGPS has kept his name secret on the same
Palestinian Refugee Separated from her Child in Sweden 19-12-2021 A Palestinian refugee woman said the Social Services Office in Sweden, known as “Socialstyrelsen” has interned her 13-year-old girl since October 13, 2020 on claims that the mother believes in extremist doctrines. The mother reached Sweden some four years ago
Italy Contributes EUR 3 Million Towards UNRWA Services for Palestine Refugees in West Bank and Syria 18-12-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) and the Government of Italy signed on Tuesday an EUR 2 million agreement in support of Palestine refugee students in the occupied West Bank, including
Palestinian Refugee Workers Denounce Salary Cut in Syria 18-12-2021 Palestinian refugees working in social development centres and kindergartens run by UNRWA in displacement camps across Syria said they have been receiving very low salaries. The workers called on the Agency to increase their salaries and pay them on a
DFLP Opens Up New Office in Yarmouk Camp 18-12-2021 The Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine (DFLP) – Syria Branch inaugurated on Friday, December 17, its new office in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. A DFLP member said the move comes amidst efforts to bring
Drug Trafficking Reported in AlNeirab Camp, pro-Regime Militias Held Accountable 18-12-2021 Reports of drug consumption and trafficking have increasingly emerged in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. Over recent years, members of Liwaa AlQuds armed group, affiliated with the Syrian regime, have been accused
Displaced Families Allowed Access to AlHajar AlAswad Neighborhood 17-12-2021 Chief of AlHajar AlAswad city council, in Rif Dimashq, Khaled Khamis said the Governorate has started issuing permits to a number of families wishing to return to AlHajar AlAswad. He said over 60% of rubble has been removed from residential
PLO Delegation Shows Up in Yarmouk Camp 17-12-2021 Representatives of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) visited on Thursday Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, to inspect rubble-clearance works in the area. Mahmoud AlKhaled, member of the committee overseeing rubble-clearance in the camp, said serious efforts have been
Rights Group Urges UNRWA to Reconsider Cash Aid Cut for Palestinians of Syria 17-12-2021 A number of NGOs leveled heavy criticism at the Agency. THABIT Organization for Right of Return strongly condemned the decision and urged the Agency to backtrack on the new measures which it said would result in further despair for PRS
Palestinian Refugees Rally Outside of UNRWA Offices in Lebanon 17-12-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon held on Friday a rally outside of UNRWA offices in Sidon, Tripoli, Central AlBekaa, and Beirut to protest the Agency’s decision to reduce cash aid for PRS families. The protesters strongly condemned the
Fraud Networks Offer Fake Visas to Turkey 16-12-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria have received warnings against fraud by networks involved in counterfeit visa issuance from the Turkish embassy in Jerusalem. Recently, a number of PRS with Palestinian Authority passports have been deceived and have had their money withdrawn
9 Years On, Tragic Traces of ‘Mig Massacre’ Still Present in Yarmouk Camp 16-12-2021 December 16, 2020 marks the ninth anniversary of the so-called “Mig Massacre”, also known as “Abdul Kader AlHusaini massacre”, in reference to the onslaughts launched by the Syrian fighter jets on Abdul Kader AlHusaini Mosque, in Yarmouk camp for Palestinian
AGPS Alarmed by UNRWA’s Decision to Decrease Aid for Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon 16-12-2021 AGPS has expressed its deep concern over the repercussions of a decision by UNRWA to cut its cash aid for Palestinians from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon. AGPS believes the decision is a sign of apathy regarding the abject humanitarian condition
Palestinian Refugee Student Participates in Dubai Expo 2021 15-12-2021 Palestinian refugee student from Syria Lin Sakhr Salah participated in the ReWired Global Education Summit held as part of Dubai Expo 2020, staged between December 12-14. Falah spoke about her dreams and the hurdles she currently faces as a Palestinian
Residents of Jaramana Camp Appeal for Humanitarian Aid 15-12-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp have appealed to expatriates formerly sheltered in the camp to assist cash-stripped families who have remained in the area. Residents of Jaramana Camp, located a few kilometers away from central Damascus, continue to set off alarm
Yarmouk Municipality Receives Return Applications 15-12-2021 The Yarmouk municipality has started receiving applications from families wishing to return to the camp. Families who have proven ownership documents are eligible to apply for return, pending authorities’ final consent. A number of residents said they have received entry
UNRWA Decreases Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon 15-12-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) announced a set of new measures regarding cash aid delivery to Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon. UNRWA said in a statement that starting 2022, multi-purpose monthly cash grants
Humanitarian Condition Exacerbated by Transportation Crisis in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 14-12-2021 Students and parents at AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, continue to appeal to the concerned authorities to secure transportation means to give daily lifts to the local university due to overcrowding and unpunctuality in public means of transport
Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Facing Chronic Power Blackout 14-12-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the ongoing electricity blackout across residential alleyways and buildings. The residents said electricity has been operative for no more than a couple of hours daily, urging UNRWA and the
Palestinian Refugees Arrested in Northern Syria Displacement Camp 14-12-2021 Intelligence officers launched an arrest sweep in Deir Ballout and AlMuhammadiya displacement camps, in Gindires area, north of Syria. The list of arrestees includes Palestinian refugees Mohamed Ibrahim Kharmendi, born in 1978, and Dhaher Kasem Akash, born in 1990
Palestinian Refugee Families Appeal for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Relatives in Syria 14-12-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, continue to urge the Syrian regime to release all prisoners and disclose the condition and whereabouts of victims of enforced disappearance and secret incarceration. On Monday, December 13, a batch of
Clothes Distributed to Orphans in Palestinian Displacement Camps in Syria 13-12-2021 The Charity Commission of the Palestinian People embarked on a campaign to provide winter clothes for orphans sheltered in Palestinian displacement camps and communities across war-torn Syria. Over 300 children aged 3-14 benefited from the move. Vulnerable Palestinian children taking
New Initiative Launched in Jaramana Camp to Rehabilitate Water Network 13-12-2021 The General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) has set a new plan to pump potable water from a tank in the vegetables market to civilian homes in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The new plan comes
Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Life-Saving Treatment in Khan Eshieh Camp 13-12-2021 A resident of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, has launched calls for urgent medical treatment. The diabetes-stricken refugee told AGPS he risks to get his leg amputated if he does not receive urgent treatment. His neighbours
10 Palestinians Stranded on Belarus-Poland Border Return to Syria Displacement Camp 13-12-2021 10 Palestinian refugees trapped on the border between Belarus and Poland returned to AlNeirab Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. Speaking with AGPS, a number of returnees struggled with abject humanitarian conditions on the Belarusian-Polish borders. Belarusian authorities
AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped with Power Crisis 12-12-2021 Palestinian refugees in AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce the chronic power blackouts rocking the area, saying power has been cut across a number of residential neighborhoods for over 20 hours daily. Civilians slammed the apathy maintained by
Property-Theft Reported at UNRWA Schools in Yarmouk Camp 12-12-2021 Families that returned to Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said property and equipment at UNRWA schools in the camp have been stolen by unknown thieves. In photos circulated on social media, schools in Yarmouk Camp appear
UNRWA Staff Union Denounces Mistreatment 12-12-2021 The Union of UNRWA Staff Workers in Syria has slammed the agency over its apathy regarding their appeals for salary transfers and for better working conditions. “Our dignity is priceless; Our salaries are a right and not a privilege”, the
Palestinian Refugees with Special Needs Facing High Marginalization in Syria 12-12-2021 Palestinian refugees with disabilities have been grappling with dire conditions in camps and shelters across the Syrian territories due to medical neglect and the absence of vital services. UNRWA said the Covid-19 global pandemic highlighted the deep inequalities that
Civilians’ Life Marred by Stray Dogs in AlHusainiya Camp 11-12-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp have raised concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp and outside of schools. The refugees appealed to the concerned authorities and NGOs to take urgent
Palestine Ambassador in Damascus Shows Up in AlAyedeen Camp in Hums 11-12-2021 Palestinian Ambassador in Damascus Dr. Samir AlRefa’i visited on Thursday, December 9, AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, to inspect the humanitarian condition in the camp. The Ambassador said the embassy is making every possible effort to assist Palestinian
Palestinian Refugees Lash Out at Secretary of Popular Committees in Lebanon Displacement Camp 11-12-2021 Palestinian refugees and activists have slammed the Secretary of Popular Palestinian Committees North of Lebanon, Abu Maher Ghanoumi, for forcing two Palestinian families out of the Badawi refugee camp, north of Lebanon. Eye-witnesses told AGPS that Ghanoumi threatened to kill
AGPS Participates in Workshop about Methodology of Human Rights Documentation 11-12-2021 AGPS took part in a workshop held by the UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights – Syria about the methodology of documenting human rights violations. The workshop was held between December 06-08. The three-day workshop tackled issues
European Council Turns European Asylum Support Office into Fully-Fledged Agency 10-12-2021 The Council of the European Union has adopted the regulation on the EU asylum agency, which aims to facilitate the application of asylum policy within the bloc by turning the current European Asylum Support Office (EASO) into a fully-fledged agency
Home Burglary Reported in Khan Dannun Camp 10-12-2021 An abandoned house in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, was burglarized by unknown thieves. The stolen belongings are worth 5 million Syrian pounds. A few months earlier, an elderly Palestinian refugee sheltered in Khan Eshieh Camp
Palestinian Girl Dies in Lebanon 2 Months following Her Brother’s Death 10-12-2021 Palestinian child Meriam Duraid Seheim succumbed to a liver disease, just a couple of months after her brother died of the same disease. Sometime earlier, her family launched calls for transferring her to a specialized hospital and providing her with
CSOs: Forcing Palestinian Refugee Families Out of Lebanon Displacement Camp “Immoral” 10-12-2021 Popular Committees for Palestinians of Syria condemned in a statement issued on Thursday, December 9, the displacement of two Palestinian families from the Badawi refugee camp, in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli. The committees slammed counterfeit reports claiming Palestinian
Women-Empowerment Market Opened Up in Syria 09-12-2021 The Palestinian Red Crescent organization launched a handicraft store for handmade products in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. The small market, located in Shams Centre, makes part of the 16-Day event held by
Lighting Initiative Launched in Khan Eshieh Camp 09-12-2021 Volunteers from Khan Eshieh Camp have embarked on a campaign to improve street lighting in the camp. As part of the initiative, every three house owners are required to alternately connect a 20 cm led lamp to their electricity batteries
Palestinian Refugee Students from Syria Denied Access to Lebanon Universities 09-12-2021 Palestinian refugee students have failed to get enrolled at universities in the Lebanese territories as authorities continue to rebuff their appeals for visa renewal. Speaking with AGPS, a Palestinian refugee said scores of Palestinian students have not been admitted to
First Repatriation Flight to Send Migrants from Belarus Back to Damascus 08-12-2021 The first repatriation flight returning Syrian migrants to Damascus from Belarus left Minsk National Airport on Wednesday, according to state media. The flight, chartered by a Cham Wings Airlines Airbus, contained 96 passengers and took off at 08:24 local time
Palestine Embassy Complicates Red Tape for Passport Issuance 08-12-2021 The Palestine embassy in Syria called on persons applying for a passport for the first time to scan their documents and email them to the embassy. Several documents and photos were rejected by the embassy due their poor quality. Sometime
Transportation Crisis in Khan Eshieh Camp Exacerbated by Bus Drivers 08-12-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Eshieh refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, since the outburst of the Syrian warfare. Reporting from Khan Eshieh, AGPS news correspondent said civilians’ access out of and into the area has almost been blocked
Debris-Clearance Started at 3 UNRWA Centres in Yarmouk Camp 08-12-2021 UNRWA has started removing rubble from three premises in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus. The education chief in Yarmouk Camp said the move aims to enhance infrastructure in the ravaged camp. At the same time, the general medical clinic
Palestinian Student Yazen Ereisheh Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 08-12-2021 Palestinian student at Damascus Law Faculty Yazen Areisheh, born in 1989 and raised in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, has been secretly held in Syrian state-run prisons for nearly eight years. He was arrested by Syrian security forces in 2014. His condition
Power Cut off in Yarmouk Camp 07-12-2021 Families who returned to Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, and the nearby AlTadhamun neighborhood have denounced the power blackout in the area. The residents called on the concerned authorities to install new power lines and repair old
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Manipulation of Transportation Prices 07-12-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce exorbitant prices of private transportation from 1,000 to 1,5000 Syrian pounds to and back from the camp. The majority of drivers refuse to give civilians lifts to and
8 Palestinian Refugee Students Graduate from Aleppo Medicine Faculty 07-12-2021 Eight students from the Palestinian refugee camps of AlNeirab and Hindarat, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have graduated from the Faculty of Human Medicine in Aleppo. The students obtained their degrees with an honor. 11 Palestinian
Entry of Palestinian Activists to Europe through Humanitarian Corridors Stirs Debate 07-12-2021 A number of Palestinian refugees have raised doubts about the entry of Palestinian activists to European countries through humanitarian corridors, saying entry permits should be granted equally to all refugees. Last week, France’s migration authorities said five families from Lebanon
Palestinian Refugee Youth Succumbs to Car Accident in Germany 06-12-2021 Palestinian young man Fadi AlSheikh Khalil was pronounced dead on Sunday after he was hit by a car in Berlin. Fadi was raised in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, before he fled to Germany following the outbreak
Water Crisis Ongoing in Jaramana Camp 06-12-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Jaramana Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to launch distress calls over the water blackout, which has been ongoing for months. Civilians have found no other way to secure potable water than to buy water supplies for
Humanitarian Situation in Khan Dannun Camp Exacerbated by Smart Cards 06-12-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said prices have skyrocketed at the local market, in an area where civilians’ purchasing power has seen a 70% decrease. Insufficient bread quantities are being distributed through the smart
Displaced Families Call on Damascus Authorities to Schedule Return to Yarmouk Camp 06-12-2021 Palestinian refugee families displaced from Yarmouk Camp have called on authorities in Syria to set a specific schedule for their unconditional return to the camp. Palestinian Engineer Mohamed Salman has called on the concerned authorities to set a specific date
Palestinian Refugee Families Denounce Power Blackout in AlHusainiya Camp 05-12-2021 The General Power Company in AlSayeda Zeinab has warned against illegal electricity connections in AlHusainiya Camp, saying those involved in such practices will be subjected to heavy fines and legal penalties. The company said ad hoc committees will be patrolling
Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped with Power Crisis 05-12-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the ongoing electricity blackout across residential alleyways and buildings. The residents said electricity has been operative for no more than a couple of hours daily, urging UNRWA and the
Palestinian Refugee Families Deprived of Heating Equipment in Syria Displacement Camp 05-12-2021 As weather temperatures have gone down, Palestinian refugee families in Syria continue to struggle with multiple hardships. Speaking with AGPS, a number of Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, said they have no heating equipment except for
Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Launch Cry for Help with Advent of Winter 05-12-2021 Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families taking refuge in northern Syria continue to raise concerns over their fate as a freezing winter season has been just around the corner. The families continue to lash out at the apathy maintained by UNRWA
Palestinian Refugees Launch Distress Signals from Jordan Displacement Camp 04-12-2021 Palestinian families from Syria taking shelter in AlHadiqa refugee camp, in Ar-Ramtha city, situated in the far northwest of Jordan, continue to call on the international humanitarian institutions, UNRWA, and the Palestinian Authority to take urgent action in response to
Palestinian Refugee Family Enters France through Humanitarian Corridor 04-12-2021 France’s migration authorities said five families from Lebanon, comprising 23 members, have arrived in the European country in November. The list includes the family of Palestinian refugee from Syria, Mu’awiya Haitham Abu Hamida, aged 44. The families have reached France
Sand Barriers Block Civilians’ Free Movement near Yarmouk Camp 04-12-2021 Palestinian refugee families who have returned to Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, said sand barriers set up in the area have blocked their access out of and into nearby towns. Photos circulated on social media network Facebook showed sand barriers
Humanitarian Situation of Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s AlNeirab Camp Exacerbated by Cold Weather 04-12-2021 As weather temperature have gone down, Palestinian refugee families in Syria continue to struggle with multiple hardships. Speaking with AGPS, a number of Palestinian refugees sheltered in AlNeirab Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, said they have no
Civilians Launch Campaign to Cleanse Al’Awaj River in Khan Eshieh Camp 03-12-2021 Volunteers have embarked on a campaign to clear debris and wastewater from Al’Awaj River, in Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The volunteers also removed trash from bridges leading to the river over flooding concerns with
Chief of UN Palestine Refugee Agency Calls for Support to Prevent Collapse 03-12-2021 The Advisory Commission (AdCom) on the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) met on 29-30 November in Amman amidst immense concern over the financial shortfall that the Agency is facing. The Commissioner-General
Palestinians of Syria Grappling with Security Concerns in Nawa 03-12-2021 Palestinian refugees shelter in Nawa city, south of Syria, have been facing serious security concerns. A few days earlier, the Syrian regime forces struck residential neighborhoods, resulting in deaths and injuries. Local shops and markets have shut their doors
Palestinian Refugee Children with Special Needs Facing High Marginalization in Syria 03-12-2021 Displaced Palestinian refugees with special needs, including children, have been gripped with dire conditions in camps and shelters across the Syrian territories. The situation of dozens of children with disabilities has gone far worse after they lost their parents in
Works Launched to Rehabilitate Water Network in AlHusainiya Camp 02-12-2021 Maintenance works have started in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees to rehabilitate the sewerage network. Palestinian families taking refuge in AlHusainiya have railed against the poor sanitation networks and improper sewage disposal as a result of frequent blackouts and maintenance
UNRWA Conducts Poll about Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon 02-12-2021 UNRWA said it has sent text messages calling on displaced Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon to participate in a poll conducted by the Agency about cash aid delivery. The poll aims to identify the refugees’ satisfaction with cash aid transfers
UNRWA Starts Reconstruction Works in Yarmouk Camp 02-12-2021 UNRWA has started reconstructing its premises in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. The residents called for the urgent rehabilitation of local schools, in an area where students and schoolchildren walk for over 2 kilometers to reach their
Rights Groups Call for Granting Humanitarian Asylum to Migrants Stranded on EU Borders 02-12-2021 Dozens of international humanitarian organizations said in a joint statement that they are "shocked by the continuing humanitarian crisis on the borders between the EU and Belarus, which causes immense suffering and has led to the deaths of at least
University Scholarships Granted to Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon 01-12-2021 UNRWA said CPPF-funded scholarships worth up to 30,000 USD will be granted to Palestinian refugee students in Lebanon for the academic year 2021-2022. Students from different academic branches and specialties who obtained a score of no less than 75%
Following Wind Strom, Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Launch Cry for Help 01-12-2021 The Syria Response Coordination Group has launched calls for urgent humanitarian assistance in displacement camps set up in northern Syria following the heavy windstorm that rocked Idlib and Aleppo, north of Syria. Photos circulated on social media showed several tents
Internet Network Inoperative in AlNeirab Refugee Camp 01-12-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Aleppo and AlNeirab Camp in Syria said the ADSL network has gone out of operation due to frequent power blackouts. AlNeirab camp is the largest official camp in Syria and is 13km east of the
Palestinian Refugee Remember Chemical Weapons Massacre by Syrian Regime 01-12-2021 On the occasion of International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, Palestinian refugees and activists remember the “chemical massacre” perpetrated on August 21, 2013 in Rif Dimashq, and which claimed the lives of dozens of innocent Palestinians. On
Healthcare Initiative Launched South of Damascus 30-11-2021 A healthcare initiative was launched on November 30, by the Palestinian Quds Charity in Yalda town, south of Damascus. The campaign will be concluded on Thursday, December 2. Over 5,000 Palestinian refugees taking shelter south of Damascus have been
UNRWA Staff Union Suspends General Strike 30-11-2021 The General Union of UNRWA Staff Workers announced its decision to suspend the general strike, which was slated to be held on Thursday. However, the labor dispute (disagreement with the employer) will be kept up until workers demands are met
800 Families Currently Sheltered in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 30-11-2021 Member of the Reconstruction Committee in Yarmouk Camp, engineer Mahmoud AKhaled, said some 800 families have returned to Yarmouk Camp and retrieved their property. Prior to reconstruction and rubble-clearance works, some 500 families had been sheltered in the camp. AlKhaled
Resident of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees Missing on Way to Turkey 30-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Salah Mahmoud Rafe’, aged 17 and raised in Aleppo’s displacement camp of AlNeirab, has gone missing as he tried to illegally enter the Turkish territories. Reporting from Aleppo, north of Syria, an AGPS news correspondent said Salah disappeared
Palestinian Refugees Families in Gilin Town Grappling with Tough Conditions 29-11-2021 Palestinian refugees who have returned to Gilin town, in Daraa’s western outskirts, after they fled the area due to the rampant shelling and deadly shootouts, continue to sound distress signals over the unbearable situation they have been enduring. Gilin’s infrastructure
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Shortage in Teaching Staff 29-11-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the poor-quality education services provided to their children in the area. Schools suffer a shortage in teaching staff due to low salaries, protracted displacement, and unabated shootouts. Several teachers fled to
Palestinian Refugee Arrested by Opposition Forces North of Syria 29-11-2021 The Syrian opposition forces in northern Syria arrested a Palestinian refugee as he tried to illegally enter the Turkish territories along with a number of residents of Jarmana Camp. AGPS has kept his name secret over security concerns. He was
Paralyzed Palestinian Refugee Youth Appeals for Life-Saving Treatment 29-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Nawres Haythem AlMesri was injured by bullet fire in the then-besieged Yarmouk Camp has renewed appeals for urgent humanitarian action to save his life. Nawras, born in 1986, has gone hemiplegic after a sniper bullet penetrated his back
Palestinian Refugee Achieves Highest Voter Turnout in Danish Municipality 28-11-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Mohamed Stitan has got the second highest voter turnout in municipal elections in Denmark. Mohamed, affiliated with the United List party, won a reserve seat in the municipal council, No. 4 on the candidate list. Mohamed
Palestinian Refugee in Turkey Renews Appeals for Urgent Treatment 28-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Udai Shehabi, from Yarmouk Camp, has renewed appeals to the Palestinian embassy, the international humanitarian institutions, and relief organizations in Istanbul to help him secure as sum of 120,000 Turkish liras needed for urgent, life-saving treatment. Udai
Palestinian Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Elderly in Syria 28-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Ismail Kasem has been secretly held in Syria’s state-run prisons for the eighth consecutive year. His family and relatives have appealed to ex-prisoners and activists who have pieces of information about his condition and whereabouts to reach out
UNRWA Staff Union Announces General Strike 28-11-2021 The General Union of UNRWA Staff Workers started on Monday a general strike in all UNRWA premises across the Agency’s five fields of operation (Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Gaza, and the West Bank). The Staff Union said in a statement issued
AGPS: Thousands of Palestinian Women Displaced, Tortured in War-Torn Syria 28-11-2021 AGPS has documented the death of 488 Palestinian women and the enforced disappearance of several others in the embattled Syrian territories. According to AGPS data, at least 37 Palestinian women and girls were tortured to death in Syrian government dungeons
Rights Group Lashes Out at Belarus, Poland over Human Rights Violations 27-11-2021 Human Rights Watch (HRW) has sounded the alarm over the serious human rights violations committed by authorities against migrants and asylum-seekers stranded at the border between Poland and Belarus. In a report entitled “Die Here or Go to Poland”, HRW
Food Boxes, Winter Garments Distributed in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 27-11-2021 Kayra Ummah Organization in cooperation with Shafaq Foundation has distributed food boxes and winter clothes to displaced Palestinian and Syrian families in northern Syria displacement camps. Palestinian refugees sheltered in displacement camps in northern Syria have been enduring a tragic
Number of Palestinians from Syria in Gaza Goes Down 27-11-2021 The Follow-Up Committee of Palestinians from Syria in Gaza said the number of Palestinian refugee families who returned to the besieged Gaza Strip from war-torn Syria is estimated at 130, down from 360 families in recent years. The decrease is
E-Campaign Calls for Humanitarian Aid for Palestinians of Syria 27-11-2021 Activists have embarked on an e-campaign to urge the UN Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) to deliver monthly aid to Palestinian refugees in Syria. The campaigners said UNRWA should deliver its cash grants to refugees in the war-ravaged country every
Campaign to End Violence against Women Launched in Southern Damascus 26-11-2021 A so-called “Kifaya” (Enough is Enough) campaign kick-started in Syria to raise awareness about women’s human rights and push for ending violence against women. The event was launched at the Women’s Empowerment Centre run by the Palestinian Red Crescent Society
Khan Dannun Camp Gripped with Water Crisis 26-11-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq have set off alarm bells over the acute water crisis which has been ongoing for years across a number of residential neighborhoods. Civilians have been forced to purchase drinking
Consulate Procedures for Palestinians of Syria Digitalized 26-11-2021 The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has started digitalizing visa procedures for Syrian expatriates and Palestinians of Syria. An electronic consular office has been established in order to facilitate travel procedures for expatriates. Through the new platform Palestinian refugees in/from
Palestinian Refugee Families Facing Dire Conditions in T’Seil Town 26-11-2021 Palestinian refugees taking shelter in T’seil town, in the southern Syrian province of Daraa, continue to launch cries for help over the exacerbated socio-economic conditions they have been enduring. Palestinian families continue to call on all concerned parties, including UNRWA
Family Appeals for Information over Condition of Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria Prison 25-11-2021 18-year-old refugee Amar Mustafa Aziz has also been locked up in Syrian regime lock-ups since March 2013. His family continues to appeal for information over his condition and whereabouts. Amar, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was kidnapped on March 31
Property-Theft Ongoing in Yarmouk Camp 25-11-2021 Reports of burglary continue to emerge in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, where hundreds of Palestinian refugees had been taking shelter. Members of pro-government groups have reportedly stolen furniture from abandoned buildings in and around Yarmouk neighborhoods. Palestinian families displaced
Palestinian Refugees Distressed as Syrian Gov’t Warns of Exacerbated Power Crisis 25-11-2021 The Syrian Power Ministry said electricity blackouts will be exacerbated with the advent of winter due to gas shortage. Deputy Director of the General Organization for Electricity Transmission and Distribution, Osama Shaaroun, said this winter will bring harsh conditions. In
UNRWA Staff Union Escalate Protest Moves over Infringed Rights 25-11-2021 The General Union of UNRWA Staff has announced a decision to launch an open-ended hunger strike in protest of the Agency’s violations of workers’ rights. The Union said in a statement that a general strike will be held as of
Violence Reported among Schoolchildren in Jaramana Camp 24-11-2021 Violence has been reported among schoolchildren and students in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. A few days earlier, a pupil attempted to hit his peer with an iron chain that was hidden inside his bag. The school
Penalties Imposed on Debris Disposal in Yarmouk Streets 24-11-2021 The rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp warned that residents who dispose of debris in residential alleyways and access roads would be subjected to tough penalties. Sometime earlier, the Syrian authorities extended the deadline for rubble clearance from ravaged structures and
Palestinian Refugee Released from Syrian Prison 24-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Shadi Ahmad Abyu Seyam and another 24 prisoners have been released from Syria’s state-run prisons. The reasons for Shadi’s incarceration remain unknown. The refugee, born in 1983, could not reach out to his family. AGPS has documented the
Palestinian Refugee Succumbs to Coronavirus in Syria Displacement Camp 24-11-2021 Two Palestinian refugees displaced from Yarmouk Camp have died of coronavirus. Over recent months, AGPS has warned of an unabated outbreak of COVID-19 in Palestinian refugee camps in Syria, where limited access to running water, pharmacies and medical facilities
AGPS Renews Calls for Participation in “Untold Stories” Competition 24-11-2021 AGPS renews calls for participation in the “Untold Stories” competition. This is your chance to tell your or someone else’s story that has been left out of history books and put your/their voice at the forefront of war literature. We’re
Displaced Families Call for Rehabilitation of Local Committee in Yarmouk Camp Committee 23-11-2021 Civilians have called on authorities in Damascus to reactivate the local committee which was previously tasked with administering civilians’ affairs in Yarmouk Camp and which was dissolved by the former Prime Minister Emad Khamis in late 2018. Civilians say the
Transportation Crisis Rocks AlAyedeen Camp in Hama 23-11-2021 Residents of AlAyedeen camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hama, continue to appeal to the concerned authorities to secure transportation means to give them daily lifts to their destinations and workplaces. Students, workers, and sick people have denounced the overcrowding and
Education Initiative Held in Jaramana Camp 23-11-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have launched an initiative to enhance education services and the learning environment for university students and bachelors. A campaigner told AGPS that the move aims to assist students at the
Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment at UNRWA Clinic 23-11-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have spoken out against the mistreatment they have been subjected to by staff members at a UNRWA-run clinic in the camp. The residents have urged the UN refugee agency, the General Authority
Residents of Jaramana Camp Appeal for Coronavirus Vaccines 22-11-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have called on the concerned authorities in Syria and UNRWA’s Health Department to provide the residents with anti-coronavirus vaccines. The calls came following a decision by the Syrian Health
Transportation Crisis Ongoing in Khan Dannun Camp 22-11-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Dannun Camp since the outburst of the Syrian warfare. Reporting from Khan Dannun Camp, located some 23 kilometers away from southern Damascus, AGPS news correspondent said civilians’ access out of and into the
Criminal Arrested in Khan Eshieh Camp 22-11-2021 Palestinian refugees have called for law enforcement and strict prosecution of the murder of young man Rafat Raja Jassem in a wedding in Khan Eshieh Camp, in Rif Dimashq. Reporting from the area, an AGPS correspondent said the so-called Mohamed
Committee Established to Follow-Up on Palestinians Stranded on Poland-Belarus Borders 22-11-2021 The General Union of Palestinian Communities in Europe has established an ad hoc committee tasked with following up on the situation of Palestinians stranded on the borders between Belarus and Poland. The move saw the day in coordination with the
Civilians’ Life Marred by Motorcycle Accidents in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 21-11-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees continue to rail against the uncontrolled use of motorcycles in the area, a phenomenon they said poses serious threats to the lives of their children. Several horrific accidents took place due to inappropriate
UNRWA’s Syria Staff Rally over Infringed Rights 21-11-2021 UNRWA staff workers have staged vigils at a number of UNRWA schools in Syria as they spoke up against the infringement of their rights and salary cuts. UNRWA teachers lifted banners condemning the Agency’s salary lowering policy and calling timely
Due to Protracted Displacement, School Output Deteriorating in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees 21-11-2021 Students’ academic results and achievements have gone downhill in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees due to the traumatic fallouts of the conflict raging in Syria for over a decade. Overcrowded classrooms, the lack of teaching staff (many of them
AGPS: 49 Palestinian Children Syria Forcibly Disappeared in Syria Prisons 21-11-2021 49 Palestinian children have been forcibly disappeared in Syrian government prisons since the outbreak of the Syrian conflict in 2011, according to AGPS data. The minors’ ages vary between one and 18 years. The list includes children Hamza Firas Dasouki
54 Palestinian Residents of AlSabina Camp Forcibly Disappeared in Syrian Prisons 20-11-2021 54 Palestinians taking refuge in AlSabina Camp, among them two women, have been enduring mysterious fates in Syria’s state-run prisons. AGPS has kept record of the death of over 620 Palestinian refugees under torture in Syria’s state-run lock-ups. AGPS has
Power Crisis ongoing in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees 20-11-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees continue to denounce the chronic power blackouts rocking the area, saying power has been cut off across a number of residential neighborhoods for over ten hours daily. The water network is hardly operated
Displaced Palestinian Refugee Students in Aleppo Appeal for UNRWA Transport Grants 20-11-2021 Students of the UNRWA-run Naser AlDeen School who have been sheltered in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo after they got displaced from Hindarat Camp have appealed to UNRWA to secure means of transportation and deliver transportation grants. Reporting from
Palestinian Refugees Facing Squalid Conditions in Syria’s Tel Shehab 20-11-2021 A number of displaced Palestinian families taking shelter in Tal Shehab, in Daraa’s western outskirts, south of Syria, continue to denounce the price hike and dire socio-economic conditions in the area. Located 17 kilometers away from Daraa’s western corners and
Stray Dogs Sway Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 19-11-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, have raised concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp. The refugees appealed to the concerned authorities and NGOs to
Anti-Bullying Event Held by UNRWA in Khan Dannun Camp 19-11-2021 A so-called “Together for a Better Future” event was held at the UNRWA-run Jericho School in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The move marks the International Day against Violence and Bullying at School including Cyberbullying. It
Palestinian Refugees in Rif Dimashq Appeal for Vital Services 19-11-2021 Palestinian refugee families sheltered south of Rif Dimashq province continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities. Residents of the refugee camps and neighborhoods of AlSayeda Zeinab, AlBahdaliya, AlDhiabiya, AlHusainiya, and AlSabina continue to grapple with
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Price Manipulation in Syria Displacement Camp 19-11-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the exorbitant prices of vital food items, including bread. Speaking with AGPS, a number of residents said a bread bundle is sold at a price of over
US Ambassador to UN: Conditions in Syria Not Suitable for Return of Refugees 19-11-2021 United States envoy to the United Nations Linda Thomas Greenfield said the current conditions in Syria are not suitable for the return of refugees. She made her remarks Friday during a visit to the Zaatari camp, located 85 km northeast
UNRWA to Deliver Cash Aid to Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon 18-11-2021 UNRWA said it will be delivering cash grants to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon as of November 23, 2021. The sum covers October and November. The grants will be transferred to the concerned refugees through Lebanon Post and in batches
GAPAR in Syria Appoints New Chief 18-11-2021 Kasem Mohamed Husain was appointed as the new Director-General of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR), replacing Ali Mustafa. This came following instructions by the Syrian Prime Minister, Husain Arnous, to the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs
Lebanon Tightens Grip on Travelers to Belarus 18-11-2021 Lebanon instructed airlines to limit passengers traveling to Belarus to those having visas, residency permits or Belarusian citizenship, according to a statement by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. European countries accuse Minsk of flying in thousands of migrants, mainly
UN Palestine Refugee Agency Still in Need of US$ 60 Million for Its 2021 Budget 18-11-2021 Additional end-of-year contributions amounting to US$38 million leave UNRWA still in need of US$ 60 million for 2021, said the UN Agency for Palestine Refugees. UNRWA said that it operates critical health services for Palestinian refugees in its five fields
Palestinian Refugee Obtains University Diploma with Honor 17-11-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Raghad Ahmad Ali AlAyedi has achieved outstanding results at the Information Technology Faculty at the Islamic University in the Israeli-blockaded Gaza Strip. Raghad was born and raised in Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus. She fled to Egypt
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Denounce Manipulation of Fuel Distribution 17-11-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced fraud and manipulation of fuel distribution. The residents said drivers of fuel trucks have forced them to pay 2,000 Syrian Pounds for 50 fuel liters, a
Residents of Yarmouk’s Deir Yassin Neighborhood Appeal for Rubble-Clearance 17-11-2021 Residents of Deir Yassin neighborhood have slammed the apathy maintained by the rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp regarding their appeals to remove debris from the area. In a letter to Damascus Ambassador, Samir AlRefai, the residents said the committee has
Paralyzed Palestinian Refugee Youth Appeals for Life-Saving Treatment 17-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Nawres Haythem AlMesri was injured by bullet fire in the then-besieged Yarmouk Camp has appealed for urgent humanitarian action to save his life. Nawras, born in 1986, has gone hemiplegic after a sniper bullet penetrated his back and
Palestinians of Syria Prevented from Turkish Visas 17-11-2021 The Turkish consulate in Jerusalem announced a set of new measures regarding applications to enter Turkey. The measures are to be put into effect as of December 6, 2021. Visa applicants should leave their finger prints and on-the-spot photos and
Water Network Rehabilitated in Jaramana Camp 16-11-2021 The Charity Committee repaired the main water tank feeding the neighborhoods of Balat and AlQuteiah in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. Residents of Jaramana Camp, located a few kilometers away from central Damascus, continue to set
Family of Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria Appeals for Information 16-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Hani Saleh Akleh continues to appeal for information about their relative’s condition and whereabouts. Hani has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the ninth consecutive year. The family called on ex-prisoners in
Belarus Embassy in Damascus Suspends Entry Visas 16-11-2021 The embassy of Belarus in Damascus updated Palestinian refugees and Syrian nationals on its decision to suspend visa issuance. Eye-witnesses said the Embassy of the Republic of Belarus requested that persons who applied for visas show up at the Embassy
Palestinian Refugee Woman Succumbs to Coronavirus in Northern Syria Displacement Camp 16-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Kifayat Khaled Amayri has died of coronavirus in Deir Ballout displacement camp, north of Syria. Kifayat tested positive for the virus last week. Her health condition took a turn for the worse due to very low levels of
62 Palestinian Residents of Deraa Forcibly Disappeared in Syria Prisons 15-11-2021 AGPS has documented the secret detention of 62 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Daraa Camp, south of Syria, from March 2011 until mid-November 2021. Three Palestinian residents of Daraa Camp were also tortured to death in Syrian state jails, where over
AGPS: 18,400 Palestinian Refugees Sheltered in Deraa City 15-11-2021 Some 18,400 Palestinian refugees are taking shelter in the southern Syrian city of Deraa, according to statistics by AGPS, URNWA, and GAPAR. The list includes 6,516 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa Camp, 4,295 in AlMuziereeb town, 1
Palestinian Orphans Left on Their Own in War-Torn Syria 15-11-2021 Vulnerable groups, including Palestinian orphans, taking shelter in displacement camps across war-ravaged Syria continue to struggle for survival. AGPS has kept record of the death of over 250 Palestinian refugee children in war-torn Syria. Thousands of children have gone orphaned
Draft Evasion Increasingly Reported by Palestine Liberation Army in Syria 15-11-2021 The number of youths attempting to elude regime-imposed military service with pro-regime armed groups in Syria, including the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA), has gone up. Private sources that spoke with AGPS on condition of anonymity attributed the increasing evasion to
UNRWA Workers Clear Rubble from Deraa Camp 14-11-2021 UNRWA staff workers have started clearing debris from Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria. On October 15, 2021, UNRWA rehabilitated the Tiberias and AlSafsaf schools along with the local clinic in Deraa Camp. On September 25, a UNRWA
Property-Theft Reported in Yarmouk Camp 14-11-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees said their houses have been subjected to property-theft following rubble-clearance works in the camp. Residents of the Uruba Street, in Yarmouk, said their houses have been ravaged and walls demolished, resulting in mounds
Palestinians from Syria in Sudan Struggling with Ambivalent Fate 14-11-2021 Palestinians from Syria have been subjected to abject living conditions in Sudan, where they are treated as foreigners rather than refugees. Relief institutions have failed to live up to their duties as regards the Palestinian refugee community from Syria, who
Palestinian Refugee Trapped in Northern Cyprus Appeals for Humanitarian Action 14-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Ali Walid AlSukari has sounded distress signals from a detention centre in Northern Cyprus, where he has been held for the 10th consecutive day. Ali, who was born and raised in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of
Palestinians from Syria Stranded on Polish Border Launch Distress Signals 14-11-2021 Palestinian refugees, including those who fled war-torn Syria, have been subjected to dire humanitarian conditions on the Polish borders. Speaking with AGPS, a number of migrants said dozens of Palestinian refugees, among them women, have been trapped near Poland and
AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped With Fuel Shortage 13-11-2021 Dozens of cash-strapped families in AlHusainiya refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, said they have been deprived of fuel supplies needed for cooking and heating. Civilians said they have not received fuel supplies slated to be distributed via the smart card
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Subjected to Aid Fraud 13-11-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Damascus have received warnings regarding fake banknotes received as part of UNRWA cash aid. Photos circulated on social media network showed photos of counterfeit banknotes of 1,000 Syrian pounds handed over to a Palestinian
PA President Receives Representatives of Reconstruction Committee in Yarmouk Camp 13-11-2021 Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas met on Friday with representatives of the reconstruction and rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp at the presidency headquarters in Ramallah, in the Israeli-occupied West Bank. The delegation briefed Abbas on the progress of debris-removal works
Palestinian Refugee Children in Syria Denied Access to Food Items via Smart Card 13-11-2021 A number of Palestinian refugees said their children aged below 15 have been barred from smart cards used by the Syrian government to ration bread and a wider range of subsidized goods, namely fuel, rice, tea, and sugar. Several
UNRWA Pledges Cash Aid Transfer for Palestinians of Syria in Days 12-11-2021 Director of UNRWA in Sidon, Dr. Ibrahim AlKhatib, said cash allowances for Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon will be disbursed in the next few days. This came as AlKhatib met with representatives of the Committee of Displaced Palestinians from Syria
Humanitarian Situation in AlHusainiya Camp Exacerbated by Power Crisis 12-11-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the frequent power blackouts in the camp, saying electricity cuts last for up to 23 hours running. Speaking with AGPS, a woman said food items preserved for
Palestinian Refugee Families Scattered by Syrian Conflict 12-11-2021 Tens of thousands of Palestinians in/from Syria have been dispersed by the conflict and remain away from their homes and families. Torn from the nourishment of home and warmth of family, Palestinians have been scattered across Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Turkey
Family of Missing Palestinian Refugee in Turkey Appeals for Information 12-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Ahmad Ghazi Ramadan have renewed their appeals for information about his condition and whereabouts after he has gone missing in Turkey for nearly a year and a half. Ahmad was born in 1971 and took
Palestinian Refugee Trapped on Cyprus Island Launches Cry for Help 12-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Ali AlSukari has sounded distress signals following his detention by the Cyprian authorities. Ali, who was born and raised in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, entered Northern Cyprus (officially the Turkish republic of Northern Cyprus)
In-Kind Cash Aid Distributed in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 11-11-2021 GUAL relief organization delivered in-kind aid items to displaced families sheltered in Deir Ballout and Muhammadiyah camps, in northern Syria. Every registered family received a sum of 150 USD as a heating allowance, in the first such move launched in
Cleaning Campaign Kick-Started in Khan Eshieh Camp 11-11-2021 Staff from the services office of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Khan Eshieh camp have started clearing dust and rubble from the A’waj River and a number of residential alleyways in the camp
Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria 11-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Marwan Mohamed Husain continues to appeal for information over the condition and whereabouts of their relative, who has been forcibly disappeared by the Syrian regime for the seventh consecutive year. Marwan was born in 1973
Palestinian Refugee Youth Dead on Migration Route 11-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Luay Osama Rahma died in a car accident in Greece. Luay and a number of Palestinian youths were on their way to the Greek city o f Thessaloniki after they managed to cross the Turkish borders. The car
UNRWA Reaches Out to Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon over Cash Aid Transfer 10-11-2021 UNRWA has started sending text messages through Lebanon Post to displaced Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon who could not withdraw their cash aid from Bankmed. UNRWA’s cash assistance represents a lifeline for the cash-stripped Palestinian refugee families who have been
Qatar Contributes US$ 7 Million to Support Palestinian Refugees in Syria 10-11-2021 The Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) announced a US$ 18 million contribution to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in support of its core resources for 2021 and 2022. UNRWA said
Healthcare Initiative Launched in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp 10-11-2021 The Quds Charity has launched an initiative to provide free medical diagnoses to residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp for Palestinian refugees. 291 patients received medical treatment and medicines on the first day of the campaign. All the way through the
Norwegian Council Shows Up in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 10-11-2021 Representatives of the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) paid a visit to Yarmouk Camp and toured 12 schools run by the Syrian government and UNRWA in the area. The delegation is assessing the damage wrought on educational premises in Yarmouk Camp
Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria 10-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Yousef Shteiwi has appealed to the international human rights organizations and concerned parties in Syria to reveal the condition and whereabouts of their father, who has been forcibly disappeared by the Syrian regime for the
Palestinian Refugee Nominated for Presidency of Urology Association 09-11-2021 The Syrian Urology Association elected Prof. Adnan Saleh Ahmed as its new president. Prof. Adnan was born in 1961 and raised in Syria’s Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. In 2019, he was appointed as the medical
Water Network Operative in AlNeirab Camp 09-11-2021 Civilians in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees regained access to potable water following a four-day cut. Water has been cut off across AlNeirab Camp after the main water pump in Jibreen went off due to overexploitation. AlNeirab camp is the
Flour Trafficked in Black Market in Cash-Stripped Jaramana Camp 09-11-2021 The Directorate of Trade and Consumer Protection seized 95 bags of flour, weighing 20 kg each, smuggled to the black market in Jaramana Camp. Last week, Syria's Internal Trade and Consumer Protection Minister Amr Salem said the theft of
Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Call for Solar Power Initiatives 09-11-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees called for installing solar panels across residential alleyways to help alleviate the power crisis. Residents of Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce the ongoing electricity blackout across residential alleyways
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Missing in Turkey 09-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Ahmad Ghazi Ramadan continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts after he has gone missing in Turkey for nearly a year and a half. Ahmad was born in 1971 and took shelter
For 1st Time in Years, Public Bus Available in Yarmouk Camp 08-11-2021 The first public microbus has gone operative in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. Local sources told AGPS that the minibus has been transferring students and civilians to and back from the main entrance to the camp. The
Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s Jaramana Camp Terrorized by Simmering Abductions, Property-Theft 08-11-2021 Palestinian refugee families in Jaramana camp, in Rif Dimashq, have raised concerns over the increasing abductions, home-burglary attempts, and sexual harassment reported in the area, particularly overnight due to chronic power blackouts. A few days earlier, an anonymous person
Jordan Denies Preventing Palestinians of Syria from Coronavirus Vaccine 08-11-2021 The Jordanian Foreign Affairs Ministry said it has been treating Jordanian nationals and foreigners on an equal basis regarding access to anti-coronavirus vaccines. Speaking with Jordanian journalist Bassim Sa’oub, the Minister said that even people without visas or who
Palestinian Refugee Woman Dies on Migration Route 08-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Raja Hasan was pronounced dead on Monday, October 8, as she attempted to reach a European destination through Belarus and Poland. A Palestinian refugee who accompanied Raja on the migration route told AGPS that the woman, aged 40
Palestinian Refugee Faysal Abu Shalah Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 07-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Faysal Khaled Abu Shalah, born in 1974, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the seventh consecutive year. Faysal, a resident of AlMuzeireeb town, was arrested at a government checkpoint in Deraa, south of Syria, in
8 Palestinians Rescued off Turkish Coast, 3 Feared Dead 07-11-2021 Eight Palestinian refugees were rescued by Turkish coast guard off the Bodrum coast, in the Aegean Sea. The refugees attempted to safely reach Greek seashores. Search operations continue to identify the fate of another three Palestinian migrants who have gone
Palestinians from Syria in Jordan Deprived of Coronavirus Vaccine 07-11-2021 Thousands of Palestinian refugees in Jordan have been denied the right to take anti-coronavirus vaccines on claims that they do not hold legal visas. The situation of Palestinians from Syria is particularly a cause for alarm as the majority among
Palestinian Refugee Woman, Her Daughter to be Deported from Sweden 07-11-2021 The Swedish immigration authorities issued a deportation order against a Palestinian refugee and her daughter on claims that Damascus, where they had been sheltered, is now safe. The refugee, who spoke with AGPS on condition of anonymity, said she received
Healthcare Initiative Concluded in AlSabina Camp 06-11-2021 The Quds Charity has finalized its healthcare initiative to provide medical diagnoses and medicines for Palestinian refugees in and around AlSabina, including its refugee camp. The three-day campaign has been supervised by the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR)
Displaced Palestinian Families Facing Dire Conditions in Southern Damascus 06-11-2021 Over 5,000 Palestinian refugees taking shelter south of Damascus have been grappling with dire conditions due to the price leap, steep rental fees, and forced military conscription with pro-government forces. Palestinian refugees taking shelter south of Damascus are also
Residents of AlHusainiya Denounce Poor Sewerage with Advent of Winter 06-11-2021 Civilians taking shelter in Syria’s AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have voiced deep concern over the health hazards inflicted by the trash mounds piled up across residential alleyways and the standing wastewater flooding the main access roads
Violence, School Dropouts Reported in AlNeirab Camp 06-11-2021 Reports of violence and school-drop outs have increasingly emerged in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees. Several boys have left the Akkah boys-only school, run by UNRWA, due to long shifts, in an area where children’s intellectual output has been severely
Palestinian Refugee Women Struggle with Multiple Hardships in Syria 06-11-2021 AGPS has documented the death of hundreds of Palestinian women and the enforced disappearance of several others in the embattled Syrian territories. AGPS data indicates that as many as 487 Palestinian women and girls have died of war-related incidents since
Coronavirus-Related Death Reported in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian Refugees 05-11-2021 Elderly Palestinian refugee Shaker AlSheikh Taha, displaced from AlNeirab to Hindrat Camp, in Aleppo, died of coronavirus. Over recent months, AGPS has warned of an unabated outbreak of COVID-19 in Palestinian refugee camps in Syria, where limited access to running
Palestinian Instructor Honored in Syria 05-11-2021 Palestinian instructor Khaled Samara, a resident of AlNeirab Camp, won the third place in IT specialty as part of a competition for supportive teaching techniques in Syria. The competition included interactive questions between teachers and students, presentations, pictures and animations
Activists Warn Yarmouk Residents against Attempts to Turn Their Property into Bargaining Chips 05-11-2021 Activists have called on the residents of Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, to stand on guard to all attempts to force them to forfeit their houses and property at low prices. The activists have warned against attempts by crooked real estate
Bread Crisis Exacerbated by Flour Theft in Syria 05-11-2021 Syria's Internal Trade and Consumer Protection Minister Amr Salem said the theft of flour has made the bread crisis worse in the war-torn country. On his Facebook page, Salem said the government is working to prevent flour theft and
Palestinian Refugee Families Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 05-11-2021 Members of Palestinian families have been secretly held in Syria’s state-run prisons since the outbreak of the conflict in 2011. AGPS has documented the secret incarceration of over 1,790 Palestinian refugees in Syrian prisons, where hundreds have been tortured
AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees Facing Water Crisis 04-11-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the overexploitation of water by the new project launched in the area, aggravating the water crisis rocking the camp. Civilians said they have been forced to buy water
Humanitarian Situation Alarming in Khan Dannun Camp 04-11-2021 Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in Khan Dannun camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities in the area. Water supplies have been repeatedly cut off across residential neighborhoods in Khan Dannun
Palestinians from Syria among Several Migrants Rescued Off Italian Coast 04-11-2021 Over 70 migrants, among them Palestinians from Syria, were rescued by Italian coast guard. Private sources reported that a boat carrying a large number of migrants, including Palestinian refugees, was abandoned by the smuggler after water began to seep into
Missing Palestinian Refugee Found Dead on Migration Route 04-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Muneer Rayen, who disappeared on October 18, has been pronounced dead. Mohamed’s family said his body was found at Alexandroupolis hospital in northeastern Greece following intensive contacts with Turkish and Greek hospitals and border posts. Mohamed, aged
Drivers Volunteer to Transfer Residents of AlNeirab Camp 03-11-2021 A number of drivers have volunteered to give daily lifts from and back to AlNeirab Camp for cash-stripped residents and students. Drivers passing through the area park their vehicles in AlMaari to give a lift to workers and students wishing
Residents of Jaramana Camp Denounce Water Crisis 03-11-2021 The main water pump has gone inoperative in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, leaving the residents of Al-Bilat and Al-Qaytiyah neighborhoods without water. Local sources told AGPS that water has been pumped into the camp using the small secondary pump
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Denounce Mistreatment by Aid Transfer Company 03-11-2021 Palestinian refugees in Deraa, south of Syria, said they have been subjected to mistreatment by staffers of AlHaram company for international transfer. Speaking with AGPS, a number of refugees said they have been forced to line up for hours in
Palestinians of Syria Urge UNRWA to Pay Cash Aid on Monthly Basis 03-11-2021 Palestinian refugees in Syria have called on UNRWA to pay their cash aid on a regular basis every month. UNRWA’s cash assistance represents a lifeline for the cash-stripped Palestinian refugee families who have been struggling with squalid conditions in Syria
Young Man Dies While Clearing Rubble in Yarmouk Camp 02-11-2021 Palestinian refugee Husam Abdel Kader Shalabi succumbed to a serious injury he sustained while clearing debris from Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus. Husam suffered fractures in his rib cage after a concrete pole collapsed while he was clearing rubble. He
AGPS at Copenhagen Conf: Situation of Palestinians in Northern Syria Tragic 02-11-2021 AGPS has raised alarm bells over the squalid humanitarian condition facing Palestinian refugees in displacement camps set up in northern Syria. Speaking on behalf of AGPS in a conference held in Copenhagen on October 30, journalist Maher Shawish said Palestinian
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Overburdened by Gas Price Leap 02-11-2021 A gas cylinder is sold through the smart card at a price of 9,700 Syrian pounds, up from 3,800 in previous months. A gas cylinder of 16 kilograms, used in the industrial sector, is sold at 40
Palestinians of Syria Enduring Multiple Hardships 02-11-2021 Eleven years after demonstrations started in Syria, the majority of Palestinian refugees sheltered in the war-torn country have been grappling with an abject humanitarian situation. Prices have skyrocketed at the local market, where vital products have been sold at exorbitant
Humanitarian Condition Exacerbated by Transportation Crisis in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 01-11-2021 Students and parents at AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, continue to appeal to the concerned authorities to secure transportation means to give daily lifts to the local university due to overcrowding and unpunctuality in public means of transport
Residents of Khan Eshieh Facing Squalid Conditions 01-11-2021 Palestinian families taking refuge in Khan Eshieh camp have been struggling with squalid humanitarian conditions inflicted by the eleven-year warfare. Palestinian families have been overburdened by the price leap and absence of humanitarian aid. According to UN data, Khan Eshieh
Palestinian Child Survives Dangerous Electrocution 01-11-2021 A Palestinian girl, sheltered in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, was injured in an electric shock. An AGPS reporter said the girl was electrocuted as she walked near a billboard on her way back home from school. Jaramana camp
Drug Consumption Reported in Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees 01-11-2021 Palestinian refugee youths continue to struggle with the devastating impact of the eleven-year warfare in Syria, amidst a deadly pandemic outbreak. Palestinian refugee youths (aged 12 – 30) make up nearly 30% of the Palestinians of Syria, estimated at 540
Family of Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Rayen Appeals for Information 01-11-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Mohamed Muneer Abdullah Rayan, aged 19 and raised in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, continue to appeal to the international human rights organizations to work on revealing Rayan’s condition and whereabouts. Rayan disappeared on October 18 as
Palestinian Refugee Zuheir Ibrahim Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime for 7th Year 31-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Zuheir Mohamed Ibrahim, born in 1971, has been locked up in Syrian government prisons for the seventh consecutive year. Zuheir was kidnapped by pro-government forces on January, 5, 2014, at Ali AlWahsh checkpoint. His condition and whereabouts have
Transportation Crisis Ongoing in Khan Dannun Camp 31-10-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Dannun Camp since the outburst of the Syrian warfare. Reporting from Khan Dannun Camp, located some 23 kilometers away from southern Damascus, AGPS news correspondent said civilians’ access out of and into the
Resident of Yarmouk Camp Appeals for Urgent Medical Treatment 31-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Udai Shehabi, from Yarmouk Camp, appealed to the Palestinian embassy, the international humanitarian institutions, and relief organizations in Istanbul to help him secure treatment fees before it is too late. Udai expressed fears that his leg would be
At Copenhagen Conference, AGPS Calls for Int’l Protection for Palestinians of Syria 31-10-2021 AGPS has called on the international community to work on securing the humanitarian needs of Palestinian refugees in war-torn Syria. This came in an international conference held in Copenhagen on October 30. AGPS representative Maher Shawish sounded the alarm over
Palestinian Poet Receives Euro-Asian Gold Medal of Honor 30-10-2021 The General Union of Palestinian Writers in Syria held a ceremony on Friday to honor the Palestinian poet Abdullah Issa after he was awarded the Gold Eurasian Medal of Honor. The Eurasian Medal is awarded for the first time in
Rubble-Clearance Works in Yarmouk Camp Suspended 30-10-2021 The rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp said it will suspend works for a couple of days. The committee said on Facebook that rubble clearance works will be suspended pending the removal of the mounds of rubble piled up in the
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon’s Ein AlHilweh Camp Call for Int’l Protection 30-10-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. Palestinian refugees in Ein AlHilweh displacement camps continue to voice
Number of Migrants from AlNeirab Camp Goes Up 30-10-2021 Batches of young men from AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, continue to head for Belarus and Turkey, fleeing war and persecution. The migrants intend to reach Germany and other European countries through the
AGPS: 252 Palestinian Children Killed in War-Torn Syria 30-10-2021 AGPS has recorded the death of 252 Palestinian refugee children in war-torn Syria from the start of the conflict, in 2011, until October 30, 2021. The list of Palestinian victims includes 70 children who died due to the blockade imposed
Syrian Regime Issues Administrative Order to End Retention and Summons to Military Service 29-10-2021 Syrian President Bashar al-Assad issued an administrative order to end the retention and recall of reserve officers, non-commissioned officers and reserve personnel, as of the beginning of 2022. The decision to terminate the retention and summons of reserve officers included
Humanitarian Institutions Urge EU to Stem Migrant Deportations, Pushbacks 29-10-2021 Humanitarian organizations appealed to European Union diplomats to pressurize the Greek government to backtrack on the projected deportation of a group of migrants from Turkey. On Friday, Greek coast guard said a small cargo ship carrying about 400 migrants
Fuel Distribution Staff Penalized in Rif Dimashq 29-10-2021 Representatives of the Fuel Company seized vehicles tasked with distributing heating oil to citizens’ homes. The fuel company said in a statement that it had seized licensed oil distribution cars in Rif Dimashq which forced civilians to show up at
Damascus Health Workers Union Honors Palestinian Technician 29-10-2021 On October 26, the Damascus Health Workers Union honored the Palestinian technician Muhammad Ali Abu Eid, from Yarmouk camp. Mohamed, working at the Directorate of Laboratories of Control and Drug Research, received a reward and a certificate of appreciation for
Transportation Crisis Ongoing in Khan Eshieh Camp 28-10-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, where workers and students continue to face serious difficulties getting to their workplaces and schools. The residents said buses do not show up on time
Rubble-Clearance Committee Denies Allegations of Favoritism 28-10-2021 The rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp said it will evenly work on removing rubble form all neighborhoods in the camp according to a balanced plan of action. Recently civilians lashed out at the committee and accused it of nepotism, saying
U.S. Embassy in Damascus: No Peace without Accountability 28-10-2021 The U.S. Embassy in Syria said there can be no peace without accountability. In a tweet issued in response to the statement of the UN Commission of Inquiry, the U.S Embassy said the Assad regime carried out a
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Qualified as Talent Coach in Germany 28-10-2021 Palestinian youth Alaa Al-Shihabi received a Medal of Merit from the Football Association in the German city of Leipzig. Alaa was also honored as a talent coach. Alaa, displaced from Yarmouk camp, south of Damascus, started his football career
UN Urges Syrian Regime to Reveal Condition of Thousands of Prisoners 27-10-2021 The Chair of the UN Syria Commission of Inquiry, Paulo Pinheiro, warned the international community that while some might be thinking the conflict is ending, the facts on the ground paint another picture. Addressing the Third Committee of the General
Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Denounce Fuel Price Leap 27-10-2021 Displaced Palestinian families sheltered in Khan Dannun refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, expressed fear that they won’t be able to cook their food or keep the cold out of their homes due to exorbitant prices of fuel, as a freezing
Italian Gov’t Considering Delivering Cash Aid for Reconstruction of Yarmouk Camp 27-10-2021 Chargé d’Affairs of the Italian Embassy in Syria Massimiliano Dantono said during his meeting with the Director General of the Political Department of the Palestine Liberation Organization Anwar Abdel Hadi that Italy is considering providing assistance for reconstruction projects in
Palestinian Refugee Students Win Competitive Programming Marathon in Syria 27-10-2021 Palestinian students garnered the highest scores in the 2021 Programming Marathon for children and adults in Syria. 213 contestants from Syria took part in the competition organized by the Syrian Virtual University in cooperation with the Excellence and Creativity
Family of Missing Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Information 27-10-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Bahaa AlHasan, raised in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, have appealed to search and rescue teams to work on revealing the condition and whereabouts of their relative, who has gone missing since October 11 as
Palestinians among Several Asylum-Seekers Arrested on Belorussia-Poland Borders 26-10-2021 Poland is increasing the number of troops on its border with Belarus to around 10,000, its defence minister said on Monday, as the country tries to stem a surge in migration which it blames on Minsk. Hundreds of people
UNRWA Provides Lifeline Services for Palestinians of Syria in Jordan 26-10-2021 More than 2 million registered Palestine refugees live in Jordan, the largest number of Palestine refugees of all UNRWA fields. Most, but not all, have full citizenship. About 18 per cent live in the ten recognized Palestine refugee camps throughout
Syria Takes Top Position among World’s Most Fragile Arab Countries 26-10-2021 Fund for Peace international organization rated Syria, Yemen, Somalia as some of the most vulnerable world countries. Yemen is the most worsened Arab country over the last decade, followed by Somalia, Syria, and Southern Sudan. Sometime earlier, Freedom House's
Palestine Refugee Youth in Syria Caught Between Hammer and Barrel 26-10-2021 Palestinian refugee youths continue to struggle with the devastating impact of the eleven-year warfare in Syria, amidst a deadly pandemic outbreak. Palestinian refugee youths (aged 12 – 30) make up nearly 30% of the Palestinians of Syria, estimated at 540
Residents of AlRaml Refugee Camp Grappling with Squalid Humanitarian Condition 25-10-2021 Residents of AlRaml Camp in Latakia continue to sound distress signals over the dire conditions they have been made to endure in the area owing to the poor infrastructure, absence of vital services, and price leap. The residents said their
Palestinian Refugee Women Nominated Teacher of the World 25-10-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Badri Hussein Taamari received the Global Teacher Award 2021, among 26,000 candidates nominated for the award. Global Teacher Award aims to actively reaching out to all corners of World and identifies, recognize Exceptional teacher who
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camps Fear Black Fungus Outbreak 25-10-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in camps set up cross the Syrian territories have expressed concern that mucormycosis, also known as black fungus, would spread quickly in refugee camps. Recently, the Red Crescent Organization and director of AlMouwasat Hospital, Dr. Esam AlAmeen
2 Palestinian Brothers Arrested by Syria Opposition Group 25-10-2021 Two Palestinian refugees were arrested by opposition forces in northern Syria. Their names have been kept secret over security concerns. The two brothers, residents of AlAmeen neighborhood, in Damascus, were arrested on October 20, 2021 as they attempted to illegally
38 Asylum-Seekers Rescued off Turkish Coast 24-10-2021 38 irregular migrants were rescued by Turkish Coast Guard off the coast of Izmir, west of Turkey, after they were pushed back from Greece. The migrants were boarding two vessels. They were transferred to the provincial migration office. Turkey has
Refugees Denied Free Meals in Greek Migrant Camps 24-10-2021 Greece's migration ministry has rejected claims from NGOs that refugees and migrants residing in camps across the country have been deprived of food. This comes after UNHCR handed over the cash assistance program to Greek authorities. A group of
Palestinian Refugees Fear Unabated Coronavirus Outbreak in Southern Syria 24-10-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Syria’s AlMuzeireeb town have sounded distress signals due to the swift propagation of COVID-19 in the area. The refugees said the area has almost run out of oxygen cylinders and that there are almost no vacant
Female Palestinian Survivors of Torture in Syrian Regime Prisons Honored in Northern Syria 24-10-2021 A ceremony was held in the northwestern Syrian city of I’zaz by the Association of Displaced Palestinians in Northern Syria, in cooperation with Maseer Foundation, to honor 31 Palestinian refugee women who survived torture in Syrian regime prisons. Activists, CSOs
4 Coronavirus-Related Deaths Reported in Deraa Camp 23-10-2021 Four residents of Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees succumbed to coronavirus after they quarantined themselves at home. Confirmed coronavirus cases have been increasingly reported in Deraa Camp, at a time when residents have been launching cries for help over the
Owners of Destroyed Houses in Yarmouk Camp Appeal for Humanitarian Assistance 23-10-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, whose houses have been severely damaged in the warfare, have appealed to the Syrian authorities, UNRWA, the Palestinian Authority, and the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) to allocate
Family Appeals for Information over Condition of Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Muneer Rayan 23-10-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Mohamed Muneer Abdullah Rayan, aged 19 and raised in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, have appealed to the international human rights organizations to work on revealing Rayan’s condition and whereabouts. Rayan disappeared on October 18 as he
Palestinian Refugees Arrested by Syrian Regime in AlNeirab Camp 23-10-2021 Syrian security forces arrested on Tuesday, October 19, a number of Palestinian refugees from AlNeirab Camp, north of Aleppo. AGPS has kept the arrestees’ names secret over security concerns. They were arrested as they showed up at the Immigration and
Pro-Regime Forces Impose Taxes on Goods Entering AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 23-10-2021 Members of the pro-regime Fourth Division have imposed taxes on wholesalers and merchants in Aleppo and AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, north of Syria. Drivers of trucks and vehicles laden with food and non-food commodities are fined by Syrian forces
Khan Dannun Camp Gripped with Water Crisis 22-10-2021 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq have set off alarm bells over the acute water crisis which has been ongoing for years across a number of residential neighborhoods. Civilians have been forced to purchase drinking
Humanitarian Condition Exacerbated by Power Blackout in Khan Eshieh Camp 22-10-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees said power installations have been inoperative for over ten hours daily, exacerbating even further the squalid humanitarian condition in the camp. Most of civilian homes have run out of potable water as
83 Palestinian Residents of AlRaml Camp Forcibly Disappeared in Syrian Prisons 22-10-2021 AGPS data indicates that 83 Palestinian refugees from AlRaml Camp, in Latakia, have been enduring unknown fates in Syrian government prisons. AGPS calls on the Syrian government to disclose the fate of hundreds of Palestinians forcibly disappeared in state-run dungeons
3 More Coronavirus-Related Deaths Reported in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 22-10-2021 Three elderly Palestinian refugees have succumbed to COVID-19 over the past few days in AlNeirab Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. Over recent weeks, dozens of refugees have been pronounced dead, bringing the virus death toll to over
Thieves Terrorize Palestinian Refugee Camp of Khan Eshieh 21-10-2021 Activists from Khan Eshieh camp said thieves have been burglarizing homes and stealing power cables from the camp. The residents held local authorities and pro-regime militias responsible for the increasing property-theft and burglary targeting commercial stores and civilian property. Over
UNRWA Hails EU’s Renewed Financial Support for its Operations 21-10-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine refugees (UNRWA) welcomed on Monday the European Union’s renewed financial support for its vital operations that serve around five million Palestinian refugees. “UNRWA warmly welcomes the EU's renewed support for
UNRWA Conducts Building Damage Assessment in Yarmouk Camp 21-10-2021 A specialized ad hoc committee appointed by UNRWA showed up in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, and started earmarking houses and commercial structures. The committee will assess the condition of buildings and categorize them in habitable and
Palestinian Refugee Killed in Syrian Desert 21-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Yazen Mohamed AlSayed, raised in Syria’s AlSabina Camp, was killed as he fought alongside Syrian regime forces. Yazen is a member of the pro-regime Liwaa AlQuds battalion in AlSakhna area, in the Syrian desert. Calls continue to
Property-Theft Reported in Jaramana Camp 20-10-2021 Palestinian refugee families sheltered in and around Jaramana Camp have raised concerns over the increasing theft attempts and home-burglary reported in the area. A masked thieve has entered a civilian house and attempted to steal fuel, before he fled away
Civilians Allowed to Re-Enter Yamouk Camp for Rubble-Clearance 20-10-2021 The rubble-clearance committee in Yarmouk Camp said Syrian authorities extended the time-limit for debris-removal by civilians from their houses and shops in Yarmouk Camp until November 15. The committee urged the residents to transfer the cleared mounds of rubble on
Palestinian Refugee Pronounced Dead following Gas Cylinder Explosion in Khan Dannun Camp 20-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Husain Mousa died of wounded he sustained after a gas cylinder went off at his house in Khan Dannun refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq. Mohamed was pronounced dead at the Damascus Clinic on Tuesday evening due
Palestinian Refugee in Turkey Appeals for Urgent Treatment 20-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Udai Shehabi has launched calls for urgent treatment in Turkey, saying he has failed to secure the remaining 120,000 Turkish liras to receive medical treatment at a Turkish hospital. Speaking with AGPS, Udai said he was displaced
Palestinian Instructor, Her Students Killed in Syrian Regime Attack on Ariha 20-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Kamar Bilal Hafedh and her students were killed as the Syrian regime army and their Russian partners struck Ariha city, in northern Syria. The air strike left 10 people dead, including four children and a woman. 20 other
Residents of Yarmouk Camp Denounce Water Crisis, Call for Debris Clearance 19-10-2021 Residents of AlZein neighborhood in Yarmouk Camp called on the rubble clearance committee formed by the Palestine Liberation Organization to include their neighborhood on the list. Mounds of rubble continue to block civilians’ free access out of and into AlZein
Activists Raise Alarm over Coronavirus Propagation in Khan Eshieh Camp 19-10-2021 Activists from Khan Eshieh camp have called on the residents to keep to safety protocols and preventive measures in order to avoid more coronavirus infections in the camp. The calls have been launched after a number of residents have tested
Injuries Reported in Blast Rocking Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria 19-10-2021 An explosion was reported at a house in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the western corners of Rif Dimashq province. The blast occurred on Monday evening after a gas cylinder went off at a civilian house. Mohamed Mousa
Alarm Bells Sounded over Situation of Palestinians in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 19-10-2021 Coordinators of Syria Response Group have launched calls for urgent humanitarian action in displacement camps set up in northern Syria. The group called on the international human rights organizations to urgently step in in order to assist thousands of displaced
Residents of AlSabina Camp Facing Multiple Hardships 18-10-2021 Palestinian refugees have raised concerns over the swift propagation of coronavirus cases in AlSabina Camp. The refugees said the camp has been beset by the COVID-19 pandemic at a time when medical services and equipment are almost absent in the
Civilians Subjected to Crackdowns at Regime Checkpoint in Syria’s AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees 18-10-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp denounced the crackdowns and movement restrictions they have been facing by Syrian security forces deployed at the main entrance to the camp. A number of Syrian security officers reportedly refuse to pay the required sums of
Number of Migrants from AlNeirab Camp to Belarus Goes Up 18-10-2021 Another batch of young men from AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, reached Belarus on Sunday, October 17, after they boarded a flight from Damascus International Airport. The migrants intend to reach Germany through
First Coronavirus-Related Death Reported among Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 18-10-2021 A Palestinian refugee succumbed to coronavirus on Sunday in Gindires area, north of Syria. Mahmoud Salim Kablawi, aged 49, died of COVID-19, in the first such reported death among Palestinian refugees sheltered in the area. According to data by the
Palestinian Refugee Jamal AlSayed Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 17-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Jamal Waleed AlSayed, born in 1970, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government dungeons, where he has been held for the sixth year running. Jamal was kidnapped by Syrian government forces from AlAyedeen Camp in Homs
Free Medical Days Held in Yarmouk Camp 17-10-2021 The Quds Charity launched free medical days for children and women starting October 19 until 21 at the Shuhadaa Clinic in Yarmouk Camp. Before the crisis started in 2011, Yarmouk was a bustling home to almost 30 percent of the
Water Cut Off in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 17-10-2021 The General Water Company in Damascus said water will be cut in the city for two days starting Sunday due to maintenance works. The water cut affects Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees and other areas in Damascus.
Water-Borne Intoxications Reported in AlHusainiya Camp 17-10-2021 A number of water-borne intoxication cases have been reported in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, due to contaminated tank water. Private water tanks have been filled from contaminated maholes in Khirbet AlWard, in Rif Dimashq. The Health
Awareness-Raising Campaign about War Remnants Kick-Started at UNRWA Schools in Syria 17-10-2021 UNRWA in Syria embarked on a four-day campaign to raise awareness about explosive ordnance among parents, students, and teaching staff. As part of the event, sponsored by the Italian government, UNRWA reached out to over 33,000 Palestinian refugee students
In One Week, 8 Coronavirus-Related Deaths Reported in AlNeirab Camp 16-10-2021 Two new coronavirus-related deaths were reported in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, brining the death toll over the seven past days to eight. The two victims are Mahmoud Ibrahim AlKhatib and Abed Fayad. They were pronounced dead on Friday. The
UNRWA Resumes Reconstruction of Vital Premises in Deraa Camp 16-10-2021 UNRWA has started reconstruction works to rehabilitate its medical and educational facilities in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria. Works have been underway to reconstruct the Tiberias and AlSafsaf schools along with the local clinic. On September 25
Ambassador: 500 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Obtained Palestinian-Authority Passports 16-10-2021 Palestinian Ambassador in Syria Dr. Samir AlRefai said some 5,000 Palestinian Authority passports were handed over to Palestinian refugees in Syria. He said an increasing number of refugees have applied for Palestinian-Authority passports as a number of Gulf States
Palestinian Refugee Arrested by Syrian Security Forces 16-10-2021 A Palestinian refugee sheltered in AlHusainiya Camp was arrested by Syrian security forces on October 9 as he passed through a checkpoint pitched near AlKeswa town, in Rif Dimashq. AGPS has not revealed his name over security concerns. He was
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Disappears on Way to Greece 16-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Bahaa Ahmad Hasan, raised in Syria’s Deraa Camp, has gone missing since October 13 as he tried to cross the river between Turkey and Greece. Bahaa’s condition and whereabouts could not be identified. His friend said he disappeared
Stray Dogs Sway AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees 15-10-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp have raised concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp and outside of schools. The refugees appealed to the concerned authorities and NGOs to take urgent
Palestinian Refugee Women Recount Mountainous Journey Outside of Syria Bakeries 15-10-2021 Palestinian refugee women in AlNeirab Camp, north of Syria, said they have been made to line up for hours in long queues outside of local bakeries. A number of women said they often go back home without bread due to
2 Palestinian Refugees Win Arabic Literary Prize 15-10-2021 Katara Cultural Village announced the winners of 7th Katara Prize for Arabic Novel, which is being held remotely from October 12-16, for the second year in a row, under the supervision of the Arab Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO)
Palestinian Refugee Fatally Shot in Wedding Ceremony in Khan Eshieh Camp 15-10-2021 A Palestinian refugee was accidently gunned down on Thursday as he joined his cousin’s wedding party in Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. Palestinian refugee Rafat Kasem Raja was killed by gunshots fired in celebration of his
Palestinian Academic Ahmad Jalil Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 14-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmad Diab Jalil, aged 30, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government lock-ups for the eighth year running. Ahmad, a student of Chemistry at Damascus University, was kidnapped by pro-government forces on June 25, 2013 at
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Property-Theft in Syria Displacement Camp 14-10-2021 Property-theft and house burglary have been increasingly reported at Palestinian refugee camps in Syria. An AGPS reporter said fuel supplies were stolen from cars parked in AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees. Scores of Palestinian families displaced by the warfare have
Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp Denounce Water, Power Crisis 14-10-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been frequently cut off across residential neighborhoods. The residents have warned of the repercussions of the water crisis on their children’s health condition in light of the global propagation of
Engineers Start Building Assessment in Yarmouk Camp 14-10-2021 An engineering committee started on Thursday earmarking houses in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees in order to assess their condition. Buildings will be assessed as either habitable, restorable, or uninhabitable. Activists said the assessment phase will keep going at the
PLA Calls for Military Conscription 14-10-2021 Calls were circulated by the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA), affiliated with the Syrian government forces, to push for military conscription. PLA called on Palestinian youths in refugee camps across the Syrian territories to join its military institutes. This comes after
Excursion Organized for Palestinian Refugee Children in Ankara 13-10-2021 The Turkish Association for Solidarity with Palestine “FIDAR” in Ankara organized a trip to the diyarı harikalar park for a number of Palestinian children from the Quds Club. The children displayed paintings expressing their commitment to their right of return
Palestinian Refugee Nader AlNader Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year 13-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Nader Adel AlNader has been secretly held in Syria’s state-run prisons for over seven years running. Nader, born in 1978 in Yarmouk Camp, was arrested in January 2014 as he turned himself in to security forces deployed near
Murderers of Elderly Palestinian Refugee Arrested in Syria’s Khan Eshieh Camp 13-10-2021 Syrian police arrested three wanted criminals involved in the murder of an elderly Palestinian man last month. Following preliminary investigations and interrogation of witnesses, police found out that the murderer showed up at the victim’s shop shortly before he killed
Civilians Launch Calls for Rehabilitation of Yarmouk Camp 13-10-2021 Activists have called on residents of Yarmouk Camp to work on reconstructing their houses and destroyed commercial facilities. The activists said buildings and commercial structures located in AlRija and Abu Hashish squares should be rapidly rehabilitated in order to get
Palestinian Refugees Sound Distress Signals from Greece Migrant Camp 13-10-2021 Hundreds of Palestinian refugees from Syria sheltered in Nea Kavala camp, north of Greece, raised alarm bells over their abject humanitarian situation in the isolated migrant facility, describing it as “an open-air prison”. The nearest city to the camp—Polykastro—is at
11 Palestinian Students from AlNeirab Camp Admitted into Aleppo Medicine Faculty 12-10-2021 A number of Palestinian refugee students were admitted into Syria’s public universities. The list includes 11 students from the AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, who will pursue their studies at the Aleppo Faculty of Medicine. Last year, some
Calls Launched for Return Permissions in Yarmouk Camp 12-10-2021 Activists have called on the residents of Yarmouk Camp to submit demands at security offices in order to be able to return to their homes and retrieve their property. The activists said the displaced residents should take profit from the
Families of Palestinian Prisoners Blackmailed in Syria 12-10-2021 The families of hundreds of Palestinian refugees secretly held in Syria’s state-run prisons have been blackmailed over their appeals for information. Hundreds of families have paid large sums of money of at least $2,000 up to $30,000 to
Palestinian Refugee Children Exposed to Abuse in AlHusainiya Camp 12-10-2021 Children have been spotted in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees while carrying sheets of paper allegedly showing their home addresses. This comes after the Syrian Ministry of Interior warned that children claiming to have been lost drag people to
Civilians Push for Removal of Sand Barriers around Yarmouk Camp 11-10-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp and adjacent areas called on the Syrian authorities to lift the sand barriers set up between the camp and AlTadhamun neighborhood. Civilians said sand barriers block their free access out of and into the area at
Resident of AlNeirab Refugee Camp Succumbs to Coronavirus 11-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmad Hamid Bastouni, a resident of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, died of coronavirus. A state of emergency had been declared over recent months by medics in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees as an increasing number
Residents of Jaramana Camp Denounce Mistreatment by IMO Bank 11-10-2021 Palestinian refugees in Damascus, particularly those sheltered in Jaramana Camp, have denounced the mistreatment they have been subjected to by IMO Bank. Speaking with AGPS, a number of refugees said they have been forced to line up for hours in
UN Delegations Shows Up in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian Refugees 11-10-2021 Representatives of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) and UNRWA paid a visit to Hindrat Camp for Palestinian refugees on October 10. Activists said the visit comes amid attempts to rehabilitate 250 habitable houses along with UNRWA’s clinic
Palestinian Refugee Assassinated South of Syria 11-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Jihad Mansour AlHusain was fatally gunned down overnight by anonymous gunmen. Jihad, a hairdresser in AlMuzeireeb town, south of Syria, reconciled with the Syrian regime after he had joined opposition committees in Deraa. Palestinians taking shelter in AlMuzeireeb
Palestinian Charity Hands Over Medical Supplies to Palestinian Refugees North of Syria 10-10-2021 Igatha48 organization, in cooperation with donors from Palestinian territories occupied by Israel since 1948 (present-day Israel), distributed medical supplies to displaced Palestinian refugees sheltered in northern Syria. In late February last year, 25 tanker trucks donated by Palestinians in territories
AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped with Power Crisis 10-10-2021 Palestinian refugees in AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce the chronic power blackouts rocking the area, saying power has been cut across a number of residential neighborhoods for over 20 hours daily. In the best of cases, power
UNRWA Education Chief Shows Up in Jaramana Camp 10-10-2021 Acting UNRWA Director of Education, Moritz Bilagher and UNRWA Director of Syria Operations Michael Amanya Ebye paid a visit to AlKabri School in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The visit comes in commemoration of the World Teachers'
Palestinian Refugees Launch Distress Signals from Northern Syria Displacement Camps 10-10-2021 Palestinian refugees have rallied in Deir Ballout and AlMuhammadiya displacement camps, in the northern Syrian region of Efrin, protesting their deteriorating living conditions in the poorly-equipped facilities. The refugees said they have been deprived of potable water, bread, and fuel
Palestinian Refugees Arrested by Syrian Forces Near Turkish Borders 10-10-2021 Syrian security forces arrested a number of Palestinian and Syrian refugees on their way to areas controlled by the Kurdish-led and US-backed Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the northern countryside of Aleppo, where human smuggling networks toward zones led by
Palestinian Refugee Ahmed Eid Secretly Jailed in Syria since 2012 09-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmed Mahmoud Eid has been secretly locked up in Syrian government prisons for the 8th consecutive year. Ahmed was arrested by Syrian security forces on February 1, 2013 and dragged to an unknown destination. His condition and whereabouts
Relief Initiative Launched in Favor of Palestinian Refugees in Turkey, Syria 09-10-2021 Adara Indonesia and Khayra Ummah organizations signed a joint work agreement to support projects in favor of Palestinian refugees in Turkey and northern Syria. Representatives of Adara showed up at the headquarters of Khayra Ummah Organization in Istanbul, where the
UNRWA Opens Up Vacancies for Palestinians in Syria 09-10-2021 UNRWA is seeking a fixed-term Director of External Relations and Communications, and a technician in building materials for its Syria office. The Agency invites applications through inspira.un.org. UNRWA is a United Nations agency established by the General
Damascus Ambassador: Reconstruction of Destroyed Houses in Yarmouk Complicated 09-10-2021 Palestine Ambassador in Syria, Samir AlRefai said the reconstruction of destroyed houses in Yarmouk Camp remains a complicated task due to the severe damage inflicted on buildings. AlRefai quoted the Syrian PM as stating, during a meeting with Palestinian factions
Palestinian Refugee Families Deprived of Heating Equipment in Syria 09-10-2021 As weather temperature have gone down, Palestinian refugee families in Syria continue to struggle with multiple hardships. Speaking with AGPS, a number of Palestinian refugees said they have no heating equipment except for blankets and mattresses. The families expressed
Psychological Support Activities Held for Palestinian Refugee Children in Syria 08-10-2021 The Shuhadaa Clinic held psychological support activities for a number of children who returned to the ravaged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. The warfare in Syria, which has now entered its eleventh year, has had traumatic fallouts
Palestinian Refugee Families Facing Squalid Conditions in Khan Dannun Camp 08-10-2021 Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in Khan Dannun camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities in the area. Water supplies have been repeatedly cut off across residential neighborhoods in Khan Dannun
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Denounce Mistreatment by Aid Transfer Company 08-10-2021 Palestinian refugees in Deraa, south of Syria, said they have been subjected to mistreatment by staffers of AlHaram company for international transfer. Speaking with AGPS, a number of refugees said they have been forced to line up for several hours
Families Appeal to Opposition Forces to Release Imprisoned Relatives 08-10-2021 AGPS has documented the enforced disappearance of dozens of Palestinian refugees by opposition forces in Syria, at a time when scores of refugees continue to escape government-held zones across the war-torn country. AGPS data indicates the presence of over 40
Palestinian Girl Salma Abdul Razaq Secretly Held in Syrian Prison for 9th Year 07-10-2021 Palestinian student Salma Abdul Razak, enrolled at the Architectural Engineering University in Damascus, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government penitentiaries. Born on March 30, 1990, Salma fled Yarmouk Camp after it was struck with Mig fighter jets
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Wins Karate Championship 07-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Majd Shaaban Abdullah won the first place in a karate youth tournament held in Syria. Mohamed, born and raised in Yarmouk Camp, participated in several other competitions and won several prizes with AlJaish Sports Club. Hundreds of
Rubble-Clearance Works Kick-Started in Yarmouk Camp 07-10-2021 Efforts have been underway in Yarmouk Camp to clear debris from ravaged buildings and access roads. Bulldozers and trucks have been spotted in the area as of Wednesday, October 6. A source from the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) said
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Poor-Quality Bread in Syria Displacement Camp 07-10-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo sounded distress signals over the poor quality of bread packs sold in the area. Hundreds of civilians continue to line up on a quasi-daily basis in long queues outside local
Khan Eshieh Refugee Camp Grappling with Bread Crisis 07-10-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to line up for hours outside of the camp’s sole bakery to receive bread via the smart card. Displaced Palestinian families lashed out at local authorities and bread supplies
Public Amenities in Jaramana Camp 06-10-2021 Activists from Jaramana camp for Palestinian refugees have denounced acts of violence against public premises. Local sources said the camp said equipment of public facilities have been ravaged in the area. A number of bus stops and car parkings equipped
UNRWA Resumes Aid Delivery in Damascus 06-10-2021 UNRWA said it will be delivering delayed aid items to Palestinian refugees in Damascus. UNRWA attributed the delay to the belated receipt of milk supplies and sunflower oil. Registered families will start receiving food baskets as of October 07, 2021
Displaced Families South of Damascus Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Action 06-10-2021 Over 5,000 Palestinian refugees taking shelter south of Damascus have been grappling with dire conditions due to the price leap, steep rental fees, and forced military conscription with pro-government forces. Palestinian refugees in Yalda, Babila, and Beit Sahem, south
Displaced Families Appeal for Rubble-Clearance in Yarmouk Camp 06-10-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp have appealed to the concerned institutions to remove rubble piled up across residential alleyways. Civilians said they cannot clear rubble due to high costs, slamming the apathy maintained by UNRWA and local municipalities regarding their appeals
Coronavirus-Related Deaths Reported in AlNeirab Camp 06-10-2021 The number of coronavirus-related deaths and cases has gone up in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. Over recent weeks, 50 refugees have been pronounced dead, brining the virus death toll to over 200. The residents have expressed deep
Damascus University Demands Detailed Statement from Immigration Department for Student Transcripts 05-10-2021 The Presidency of Damascus University issued a decision not to grant a transcript of scores or graduation certification for students of graduation year unless they obtain a detailed statement from immigration authorities clarifying their movement from and back to the
Humanitarian Situation Alarming in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees 05-10-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the poor infrastructure and absence of vital services in the area, saying mounds of trash have been piled up across residential alleyways. The residents further slammed local authorities for turning their
Street Stalls Swamp Palestinian Refugee Camp in Hums 05-10-2021 Residents of AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, said main access roads have been crammed with street stalls, resulting in traffic jam. The phenomenon sparked controversial responses in an area that has been gripped with multiple hardships due to
Drug Trafficker Arrested in Syria’s AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 05-10-2021 Syrian security forces arrested a drug trafficker and a number of consumers in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. A man called “Shteiwi” was arrested over charges of drug trafficking in AlNeirab Camp. He named a list of people
Palestinian Refugee Children in Syria Denied Access to Food Items via Smart Card 05-10-2021 A number of Palestinian refugees said their children aged below 15 have been barred from smart cards used by the Syrian government to ration bread and a wider range of subsidized goods, namely fuel, rice, tea, and sugar. Several
Civilians Call On Syrian Authorities to Extend Time Span of Debris-Clearance 04-10-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, appealed to the Syrian authorities to extend the deadline of rubble-clearance works in the area. Mounds of debris continue to be spotted everywhere across the ravaged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian
Residents of Jaramana Camp Call for Urgent Action in Response to Traffic Accidents 04-10-2021 Residents of Jaramana camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, demanded the construction of a bridge for pedestrians and speed bumps to limit vehicle speed on the highway to Damascus International Airport. Several deadly accidents took place in the area
Over 300 Palestinian Refugees Missing in War-Torn Syria 04-10-2021 333 Palestinian refugees, including 37 women and girls, have gone missing since the outbreak of the Syrian warfare, AGPS has found out. Most of those who have disappeared in the country are residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south
Palestinian Woman, Her Children Released by Kidnappers in Syria 04-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Nariman Abdul Rahim and her children Abdul Rahman, 13, Mohamed, 6, Sahar, and Soumaya were released after 3,000 USD ransom was paid to gangsters who kidnapped them a few days earlier. Nariman and her children are sheltered
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment by LibanPost 04-10-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon denounced the mistreatment they have faced at LibanPost during UNRWA aid delivery. Staff of LibanPost handed over the refugees’ cash aid in the old USD bills which have a lower exchange rate. Recently, a
Art Exhibition Held by Palestinian Refugee from Syria in Copenhagen 03-10-2021 An exhibition was staged on October 2 by Palestinian artist from Syria Maamoun AlShayeb in Copenhagen as part of a cultural event held by Shamat Amal Association. A number of Arab and non-Arab academics and artists, along with Arab
Humanitarian Situation Exacerbated by Sanitation Crisis in AlRamadan Camp 03-10-2021 Residents of AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, denounced the frequent breakdowns rocking the sewerage network in the camp’s southern corners, resulting in sewage overflows in residential neighborhoods. Civilian houses sustained material damage. A resident warned of the
Lazzarini: US-UNRWA Framework Does Not Affect UNRWA Mandate, Definition of Palestinian Refugees 03-10-2021 Commissioner-General of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), Philippe Lazzarini, said the Agency’s humanitarian mission is mandated by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) and no bilateral agreement shall delegitimize its mission
Palestine Ambassador in Damascus Visits Yarmouk Camp 03-10-2021 The Palestine Ambassador in Syria, Samir AlRefai, showed up on October 3 in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, to keep tabs on rubble-clearance works. AlRefai said the committee appointed by the Palestine Liberation Organization has started removing
Displaced Families Fear Unabated Coronavirus Outbreak in Northern Syria 03-10-2021 Concerns have mounted in displacement camps set up in northern Syria as coronavirus cases have been increasingly reported in the area. The residents slammed AFAD for its mismanagement of the health crisis, saying more nurses should be sent to the
School Bags Distributed to Palestinian Children in Northern Syria 02-10-2021 Khayra Ummah Association distributed school bags and furniture to Palestinian and Syrian schoolchildren displaced from the refugee camps of Yarmouk, Khan Eshieh, Deraa, Hindarat, and Rif Dimashq to displacement camps set up in northern Syria. Displaced Palestinian families north of
Cash Aid Distributed to Residents of Yarmouk, Hindarat Refugee Camps 02-10-2021 The Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) handed over 200,000 Syrian pounds to families who returned to Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, and Hindarat Camp, in Aleppo. The Palestine Embassy in Damascus said the cash aid distribution was finalized on September
9 Years On…Palestinian Refugees Remember Deraa Massacre 02-10-2021 Nine years have passed by since the Syrian regime forces raided Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, and killed 14 Palestinian refugees. According to eye-witnesses, on October 2, 2012, Syrian regime troops cordoned off the camp and adjacent
Cancer-Stricken Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Urgent Treatment 02-10-2021 Palestinian refugee Ramez Ghazi Melhem, aged 43, has appealed to the humanitarian and human rights organizations to help him secure funds needed for an urgent surgery. Melhem, a resident of Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, underwent a
On Int’l Day of Non-Violence, Thousands of Palestinian Refugees Killed, Tortured in Syria 02-10-2021 Statistics released by AGPS on the International Day of Non-Violence, observed on October 2, kept record of thousands of physical violations perpetrated against Palestinian refugees since the launch of the Syrian conflict. 4,500 Palestinian refugees were killed as a
Residents of Hindarat Camp Deprived of Humanitarian Aid 01-10-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Hindarat Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have accused UNRWA and the other concerned relief institutions of dragging their feet over their appeals for urgent cash and in-kind assistance, saying they have been denied
Yarmouk Camp Residents Raise Concerns over Unexploded War Ordnance 01-10-2021 Landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), which are particularly unpredictable and difficult to detect, continue to put millions of people, including Palestine refugees, at risk in Syria. Civilians in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees continue to
Palestinian Refugee Child Falls to Death from Building in Lebanon 01-10-2021 A Palestinian child fell to his death a few days earlier down an elevator shaft in Nahar AlBared Camp for Palestinian refugees, north of Lebanon. The child Malek Alya fell from the fourth floor of the under-construction Naji AlAli medical
Palestinian Refugee Schoolgirl Writes Book about Mental Math in Netherlands 01-10-2021 26-year-old Palestinian refugee Salam Ali Rahma has made the last touches on her book about mental calculations which teaches children the techniques of the four arithmetic operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division). The book enables children to work out quick
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Complicated Red Tape by UNRWA 30-09-2021 UNRWA office in AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, called on Palestinian refugees to present updated family documents to receive cash aid. The residents denounced the complicated red tape slapped by UNRWA and appealed to the Agency to deliver
Palestinian Refugee Obtains Equivalency Certification in Sweden 30-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Reem Mufleh got a certificate of equivalency from Sweden for a dental medicine diploma she obtained from Damascus University. Certificate equivalency in Sweden is subject to tough criteria. The candidate sits for intensive exams to that end.
Displaced Families Call On UNRWA to Clear Debris in Yarmouk Camp 30-09-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees called on UNRWA to carry out rubble-clearance works in the area pending the reconstruction of the Agency’s premises. The refugees continue to denounce UNRWA’s reluctance regarding their appeals for urgent relief assistance. UN
Palestinian Refugee Woman Dies in Damascus due to Medical Neglect 30-09-2021 A Palestinian refugee sheltered in Khan Eshieh refugee camp died after she failed to get hospitalized at an intensive care unit at Damascus hospitals. Hamda Ali Suleiman’s health condition deteriorated at 07:00 a.m. on Wednesday. She was transferred to
Activists Warn of Rumors in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 29-09-2021 Activists from AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, called on supervisors of local mosques to stand on guard to counterfeit reports announced via mosque loudspeakers. Recently, a sheet of paper was handed over to a mosque supervisor claiming a
Calls Launched for Rubble-Clearance Volunteers in Yarmouk Camp 29-09-2021 The popular committee in Yarmouk Camp called for more volunteers to help the residents with debris-clearance in the camp. The committee said the volunteers will mainly assist vulnerable families who cannot afford to pay for rubble-clearance by private companies. UN
Palestinian Refugee Fatally Run Over in Syria 29-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmed Salah was killed in a car accident on the highway to Damascus International Airport. Ahmed was hit by a car driving at high speed as he tried to cross the highway. He died at hospital. Residents
Scholarships Granted to Palestinian Refugee Students in Lebanon 29-09-2021 Mahmoud Abbas Foundation said it invites applications for school grants for Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon for the school year 2021-2022. Applications will be received between October 05 and November 05, 2021.
Palestinian CSOs Denounce New Measures at UNRWA Schools in Lebanon 29-09-2021 Popular Palestinian committees of Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon have spoken out against UNRWA’s decision to divide the 2021-22 academic year into two 16-week phases. The Committees said in a statement that the new mechanism will destabilize the educational system
Trash Mounds Piled Up in Syria’s Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees 28-09-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh refugee camp denounced the accumulation of trash piles on Khan Eshieh’s western access roads and outside of the high school. Palestinian refugees said the phenomenon poses serious health threats and puts their children’s hygiene at
Transportation Crisis Rocks AlAyedeen Camp in Hums 28-09-2021 Residents of AlAyedeen camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, continue to appeal to the concerned authorities to secure transportation means to give them daily lifts to their destinations and workplaces. Students, workers, and sick people have denounced the overcrowding and
Palestinian Refugees in Damascus Slam Palestinian Authority over Reluctance in Aid Delivery 28-09-2021 Palestinian refugees called on the Palestinian Authority, the Syria Ambassador, and member of Fatah Central Committee Samir AlRefai to provide them with updates concerning the promises made by the PA President Mahmoud Abbas to provide aid to 5,000 Palestinian
2 Young Men Injured in Building Collapse in Yarmouk Camp 28-09-2021 Two young men fell from a destroyed building while clearing debris from Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus. The wounded were rushed to AlShuhada Clinic before they were transferred to another hospital in Damascus. Their condition remains unknown. Mounds
Palestinian Refugee Woman, Her 2 Children Kidnapped in Syria 28-09-2021 A Palestinian woman sheltered in AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, was kidnapped along with her two children by anonymous gangsters. The woman and her children were on their way to Lebanon. AGPS has kept their names secret over security concerns. The
Palestinian Refugees in Turkey Commemorate Sabra and Shatila Massacre 27-09-2021 Palestinian refugees attended a popular festival held by the Turkish Association to Support Palestine (FIDAR) and MyReturn Campaign to commemorate the anniversary of the horrific Sabra and Shatila massacre which took place in Beirut 39 years ago. The event was
Palestinian Refugee Child Wins 3rd Place in Syria Mental Math Competition 27-09-2021 Palestinian refugee child Wisam Bilal Abdul Mutaleb, raised in Syria’s Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, won the second place in an electronic mental math and Rubik's cube tournament in Syria, with a difference of 4 seconds from the
UNRWA to Deliver Cash Aid to Palestinians of Syria 27-09-2021 UNRWA announced its decision to disburse one-time cash assistance to Palestinians from Syria (PRS) in Gaza. According to the Follow-Up Committee of Palestinians from Syria in Gaza, following pressure and protest moves, the Agency agreed to provide 91 USD to
Number of Coronavirus Cases Goes Up in Khan Eshieh Camp 27-09-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq have sounded the alarm over the increasing coronavirus cases reported in the area. Activists called on civilians to wear face masks and abide by safety protocols, most notably social
Luxembourg Signs Strategic Partnership Agreement with Palestine Refugee Agency 26-09-2021 The Government of Luxembourg signed on Thursday a multi-year Strategic Partnership Agreement with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). Under the 2022-24 Strategic Partnership Framework, Luxembourg will contribute EUR 12.3
Coronavirus Cases Soaring in Latakia’s Palestinian Refugee Camp 26-09-2021 Residents of AlRaml Camp for Palestinian refugees in Latakia have sounded the alarm over the increasing coronavirus cases reported in the area. Activists called on civilians to wear face masks and abide by safety protocols, most notably social distancing and
Yarmouk Camp Residents Call for Exemptions on Electricity Bills 26-09-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp have called on Syrian authorities to exempt them from exorbitant power bills that have been overburdening them from the time the opposition forces captured the area. The unabated warfare has had disastrous fallouts on Palestinian refugee
Qatar Deports Palestinian Refugee to UAE 26-09-2021 The Qatari authorities deported Palestinian refugee Muhannad Tawfiq Shaarawi to the U.A.E. after they held him in custody for days as he overstayed his visa. Muhannad told AGPS that he had come under pressure by Qatari authorities while
17 Palestinian Journalists Killed in War-Torn Syria 26-09-2021 Statistics released by AGPS on the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian Journalists have recorded the death of 17 Palestinian journalists since the outburst of deadly hostilities in March 2011, among whom academics and volunteers. The causalities died while covering
Aid Items Distributed in Hindrat Refugee Camp 25-09-2021 The Palestinian Red Crescent distributed food items in Hindrat Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. Palestinian refugees have been grappling with dire conditions in Aleppo displacement camps due to the lack of humanitarian assistance and
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Wins 5th Place in UAE Bodybuilding Championship 25-09-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Shadi AlFar won the fifth place in Fujairah bodybuilding championship in the United Arab Emirates. 400 male and female participants took part in the contest. Shadi fled Syria’s Yarmouk refugee camp in 2012 to AlZahira
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Rally over Delay in UNRWA Aid Delivery 25-09-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugees from Syria joined a vigil held outside of UNRWA offices in Palestinian refugee camps in Lebanon to protests delays in the transfer of their cash grants. They further handed over a memorandum to UNRWA’s Director of
Volunteer Teams Take Part in Debris Clearance in Yarmouk Camp 25-09-2021 Members of the General Union of Palestinian Students in Syria in partnership with popular committees volunteered for debris-removal in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees. The volunteers assisted vulnerable families in clearing rubble from their ravaged houses.
AGPS Addresses UNHRC over Stranded Palestinian Refugees in Deraa 25-09-2021 The Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) and Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) sounded the alarm over the situation of Palestinian refugees in southern Syria and the repercussions of the latest round of escalations. This came in an oral contribution
Palestinian Refugee Wisam Bishtawi Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year 24-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Wisam Mahmoud Bishtawi has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the 7th consecutive year. Wisam was arrested by Syrian security forces on December 23, 2014 at a checkpoint in Kafr Sousa, in Damascus, and dragged to
Drug Trafficker’s House Raided in Jaraman Camp 24-09-2021 An AGPS reporter said an intelligence security troop raided a house in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, at dawn on Thursday over allegations of the owner’s involvement in drug trafficking. The suspect fled his house shortly before
UNRWA Director Visits Deraa Camp Schools 24-09-2021 A UNRWA delegation visited AlSafsaf and Ein Karem Schools in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria. The delegation inspected the condition of UNRWA premises in the camp after the Syrian regime lifted its tough blockade on the camp
AGPS Participates in Professional Blogging Course in Istanbul 24-09-2021 AGPS participated in a training course in professional blogging, held by the Turkish Association for Solidarity with Palestine (FIDAR), in partnership with Al Jazeera Media Institute and the Palestinian Return Centre (PRC). 18 journalists having professional ties with pro-Palestine media
12 New Coronavirus Cases Reported in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 24-09-2021 Another 12 residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have recently contracted the Delta Plus variant. Medics told AGPS that the number of infections is likely to go up in light of the
Palestinian Student Maher AlAyesh Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime since 2012 23-09-2021 Palestinian university student Maher Abdul Hamid AlAyesh, aged 33, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syria government jails after he was kidnapped by Syrian security forces on June 10, 2012 from the exam room at the Damascus Faculty of
Turkey Rescues Migrants after Greece Pushback 23-09-2021 A group of irregular migrants on a lifeboat were rescued by Turkish Coast Guard off the coast of Muğla’s Datça district. They were left to Turkish territorial waters by Greek assets. 48 irregular migrants, including four Palestinian refugees
UNRWA Honors Palestine Refugee Workers in Khan Eshieh Camp 23-09-2021 A number of UNRWA cleaning and sanitation laborers were honoured by the Agency’s director of Syria operations, Amanya Michael Ebye. The work of cleaning teams during the Syria conflict was one of the most difficult challenges, given the serious risks
Coronavirus-Related Deaths Increasingly Reported in Jaramana Camp 23-09-2021 Deaths have increasingly been reported in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, particularly among the elderly and people with chronic diseases. The residents attributed the deaths to the medical neglect and absence of PCR tests at private and UNRWA-run clinics. Last
Syrian Regime Removes Checkpoints, Lifts Blockade on Deraa 23-09-2021 The Syrian regime forces removed checkpoints and roadblocks after they cordoned off the area for months. Security forces unlocked the Saraya access road and all the other roadblocks pitched in the area. On June 25, the regime forces
Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Ayman Abu Husain Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 22-09-2021 Palestinian young man Mohamed Ayman Abu Husain, born in 1986, has been forcibly disappeared in Syria’s state-run prisons for the 8th consecutive year. Mohamed, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was arrested on April 27, 2013 by pro-government militias in Jaramana
UNRWA Starts Transfer of Cash Aid to Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon 22-09-2021 UNRWA in Lebanon said 59% of registered Palestine refugees in Lebanon have received their cash grants through the Lebanon Post. UNRWA said delays in text message delivery are due to meticulous administrative procedures for children and minors aged between one-day
Residents of Yarmouk Camp Denounce Blackmailing by Rubble-Clearance Teams 22-09-2021 Families displaced from Yarmouk Camp and wishing to return to their houses said rubble-clearance staff request up to 10,000 Syrian pounds to remove debris from destroyed houses and structures. The residents said pro-regime committees continue to blackmail them and
Palestinian Refugees Overburdened by Taxes Imposed in Deraa 22-09-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa city and its refugee camp, south of Syria, have denounced the crackdowns perpetrated by Syrian regime troops deployed at the Saraya checkpoint, separating Deraa AlBalad and areas formerly controlled by opposition groups. Students and civilians
Palestinian Refugee Tortured to Death in Syrian Prisons 22-09-2021 An ex-prisoner in Syria said Palestinian refugee Majed AlMadani died under torture in Syrian regime prisons. In August 2014, Majed was spotted in Security Branch 27. He was arrested during aid distribution in Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus. AGPS has
Sweden to Invalidate Visas of Migrant Returnees 21-09-2021 Swedish authorities said they plan to take new action against refugees who live in Sweden and hold residency permits and then go to visit their home country. Maria Malmer Stenergard, the Conservative Party’s immigration policy spokeswoman, made the announcement in
Palestinian Mother Fatma AlSaadi and Her Daughter Rasha Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 21-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Fatma Ahmed AlSaadi, born on January 27, 1956, and her daughter Rasha Sai’d AlSaadi, born on July 08, 1983, have been secretly held in Syrian regime prisons for the eighth consecutive year. The mother and her daughter were
Palestinian Refugee Released from Syrian Prison 21-09-2021 Syrian security forces released a resident of the Palestinian refugee camp of Khan Eshieh, in Rif Dimashq province, after they held him in prison for nearly two years and a half. An AGPS news correspondent said the ex-prisoner was arrested
Palestinians Strongly Condemn US-UNRWA Framework for Cooperation 21-09-2021 Palestinian factions and pro-Palestine NGOs have expressed their protest at the “2021-2022 Framework for Cooperation with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)” signed by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of
Palestinian Refugee, Her Children Forcibly Disappeared Upon Return to Syria 21-09-2021 Tension has been running high in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, following reports about the abduction of a woman and her children who returned from Lebanon. The family told AGPS that they had
Palestinian Refugee Husam AlRefa’i Forcibly Disappeared in Syria Prisons 20-09-2021 33-year-old Palestinian refugee Hussam Ali Al-Refai, a resident of Yarmouk, has been locked up in Syrian government penitentiaries for eight consecutive years. Al-Rafai was kidnapped by the government troops deployed at a Damascus checkpoint on May 15, 2013. AGPS documented
Palestinian Refugee Camp of AlRaml Gripped with Squalid Conditions 20-09-2021 Residents of AlRaml Camp in Latakia continue to sound distress signals over the dire conditions they have been made to endure in the area owing to the poor infrastructure, absence of vital services, and price leap. The residents said their
Bread Crisis Rocks AlHusainiya Refugee Camp 20-09-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said they have been subjected to fraud by bread sellers. A number of residents who have been left without bread have received text messages confirming their receipt of bread supplies
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Price Manipulation in Syria Displacement Camp 20-09-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees denounced the exorbitant prices of vital food items, including sugar. Speaking with AGPS, a number of residents said a kilogram is sold at a price of up to 3,500 Syrian pounds
Palestinian Refugee Children Win Int’l Mental Math Contest 20-09-2021 A team of 11 children from AlRamla School in AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Syria’s Hums province, won the first and second places in an international mental math competition. Participants from 18 countries took part in the contest
AGPS Calls on Palestinian Families to Report Cases of Enforced Disappearance, Torture in Syria 19-09-2021 AGPS calls on Palestinian families to register the names of their relatives who have been detained, missing, or killed in war-torn Syria on the group’s official website. Families wishing to report any authentic pieces of information regarding a missing, detained
US Framework for Cooperation Includes Tough Conditions on UNRWA Funding 19-09-2021 On July 14, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration signed the “2021-2022 Framework for Cooperation with the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The Framework includes multiple
UNRWA Apologizes over Delayed Aid Delivery for Palestinians of Syria 19-09-2021 UNRWA has extended its apologies to Palestinian refugees from Syria over the delay in cash aid transfer. In a statement issued on Sunday, UNRWA attributed the delay to financial issues and pledged to start cash aid delivery as of September
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Succumbs to Coronavirus in Algeria 19-09-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Mahmoud Hamdoush died of coronavirus in Sidi Faraj displacement camp in Algeria. Speaking with AGPS, his relatives said he is the victim of medical neglect by Algerian authorities and the Algerian Red Crescent. They added that
Palestinian Refugee from Syria Detained in Qatar 19-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Muhannad Tawfiq Shaarawi has been detained by the Qatari authorities for overstaying his touristic visa. Muhannad told AGPS that he had entered Qatar last year after he received a grant from the Qatari Foreign Ministry through its embassy
AGPS Joins UN Workshop about Human Rights Based Approach to Advocacy 18-09-2021 AGPS participated in a training workshop about the Human Rights Based Approach (HRBA) in advocacy and project management held by the office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR). The three-day workshop, held between September 14-16, tackled human rights
Palestinian Refugee Woman Provides Horrific Testimonies about Torture in Syria Prisons 18-09-2021 A female ex-prisoner has provided a harrowing account of torture in Syrian regime prisons. Speaking with AGPS on condition of anonymity, the Palestinian refugee woman said she was tortured by a man called “Azrael”, the angel of death, for one
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Security Mayhem in Ein AlHilweh Camp 18-09-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. Palestinian refugees in Ein AlHilweh displacement camp continue to voice
Palestinian Refugee Children Traumatized in War-Torn Syria 18-09-2021 The warfare in Syria, which has now entered its eleventh year, has had traumatic fallouts on Palestinian refugee children in and outside the Syrian territories. Speaking with AGPS, a number of Palestinian refugee children said they have been deprived
Property-Theft Reported in Palestinian Refugee Camps in Syria 18-09-2021 Palestinian refugee families sheltered in and around Damascus have raised concerns over the increasing theft attempts and home-burglary reported in the area. Several women have had their mobile phones and personal belongings stolen in public amenities and overcrowded markets.
Palestinian Refugee Mahmoud Tamim Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime since 2015 17-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Tamim has been secretly locked up in Syrian government dungeons since March 12, 2015. He was arrested by the government forces at a relief distribution center set up by UNRWA south of Damascus. Activists have appealed to
Palestinian Refugee Students Honored in Yarmouk Camp 17-09-2021 A ceremony was held by the Palestine Liberation Organization on Thursday to honor Palestinian refugee students who achieved high scores as part of their secondary and high school exams. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success
Palestinian CSOs Meet with Int’l Red Cross Committee 17-09-2021 Representatives of Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon met with the head of the Red Cross’s Beirut department of missing and forcibly-disappeared persons along with the head of the protection department. The meeting tackled the situation of Palestinians of Syria
Palestinian Refugees Rally Outside of UNRWA Office in Lebanon Displacement Camp 17-09-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugees from Syria have rallied outside of the UNRWA office in Burj AlBarajneh refugee camp, in Beirut, to protest the Agency’s delay in aid delivery. The refugees called on UNRWA to increase its food aid supplies and
Number of Migrants from Palestinian Refugee Camps in Syria Goes Up 17-09-2021 The number of Palestinian youths migrating from displacement camps and government-held zones across war-torn Syria has soared. Recently, scores of refugee families have made their way from their camps and shelters to Turkey, Iraq, and Egypt. Dozens of Palestinian refugee
Palestinian Brothers Omar and Bahaa Zaaza’ Secretly Held in Syrian Dungeons 16-09-2021 Palestinian brothers Omar Adnan Zaaza’ and Bahaa Adnan Zaaza’ have been held in Syrian government prisons for over seven years running. Omar was kidnapped by the Syrian government forces in February 2014 from his workplace in Jaramana, in Rif Dimashq
Emojis Cyber Crimes, Says Syrian Gov’t 16-09-2021 Head of the Syrian department of the cyber-crime-fighting said using emojis which involve intimidation, insulting, or slander on social media is a cyber crime. Activists said the decision targets human rights activists criticizing the Syrian regime after the socio-economic condition
Palestine Embassy in Damascus Launches Online Passport Applications 16-09-2021 The Palestine Embassy in Damascus canceled a decision requiring passport applicants to show up at the embassy’s office and hand over a hard copy of their identity documents. The Embassy said passport applicants can scan their documents and upload them
UNRWA to Deliver Cash Aid to Palestinians of Syria 16-09-2021 UNRWA said that the third batch of the 2021 cash grants will be distributed to Palestinian refugees in as of October 03, 2021. UNRWA said emergency cash aid covering four months will be transferred to the concerned refugees. Refugees figuring
Debris Clearance ongoing in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 16-09-2021 The local committee in Yarmouk Camp has called on the residents to clear debris from their houses and commercial facilities by October 05 pending total debris-clearance by Damascus Governorate. Syrian authorities have allowed a number of families to re-enter the
Palestinian Refugee Mootaz Janazra Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime for 9th Year 15-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Mootaz Janazra, born in 1990, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the nineth consecutive year. Mootaz, raised in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, was arrested on December 24, 2012 and dragged to
UN: Syria Unsafe for Refugee Returns 15-09-2021 The upsurge in fighting and the return to violence are cause for alarm, according to the 24th report of the UN Syria Commission of Inquiry released on September 14 and stressing that the country is not fit for safe and
New Measures Required by Palestinian Embassy in Damascus 15-09-2021 The Palestinian Embassy in Damascus called on Palestinian refugees who applied for passport processing to send out their identity documents and personal photos via the embassy’s post box N2889. Earlier this month, the Palestine Embassy in Damascus launched a new
Robbery Gang Arrested in Khan Eshieh Camp 15-09-2021 Policemen in Khan Eshieh refugee camp arrested a three-member robbery gang involved in crimes and burglary against civilians. Local sources told AGPS that over the past few weeks the gangsters stole the belongings and money of an elderly and his
Dozens of Palestinian Refugees Strike Compromises with Syrian Regime 15-09-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugees in AlMuzeireeb town, in Deraa’s western outskirts, south of Syria, have reached compromises with the Syrian government forces at a reconciliation center established following a truce between the central committees affiliated with opposition forces and the
Palestinian Doctor Alaa AlDeen Yousef Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 9th Year 14-09-2021 Palestinian medic Alaa AlDeen Youssef has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian penitentiaries, where he has been kept for the ninth consecutive year. Neurosurgeon Youssef has been forcibly disappeared since December 25, 2012. He was kidnapped from a checkpoint
Residents of AlHusainiya Refugee Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis 14-09-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce exorbitant prices of public transportation following the latest surge in subsidized fuel prices. The majority of bus drivers refuse to give civilians lifts to and back from distant locations following
Syrian Security Forces Seize House in Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees 14-09-2021 Syrian security forces from the Sa’sa’ Branch confiscated a house in Khan Eshieh refugee camp. The confiscation was carried out on claims that the house owner, who lives abroad, is affiliated with opposition groups. One week earlier, the Syrian security
Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s Deraa Camp Grappling with Multiple Hardships 14-09-2021 Residents of Deraa Camp, south of Syria, continue to denounce the exorbitant prices of food and non-food items. Recently, the Syrian security forces unblocked AlJawiya checkpoint and allowed the access of civilians and vehicles out of and into the area
Elderly Killed by Gangsters in Syria’s Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees 14-09-2021 An elderly Palestinian refugee sheltered in Khan Eshieh Camp, in Syria’s Rif Dimashq province, was killed by gangsters who attempted to rob his money. The victim—Adnan Mousa Khuza’i, nicknamed Abu Samir—died at the hospital. He was heavily beaten on his
57 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Drown on Migration Route since Conflict Outbreak 13-09-2021 AGPS data statistics indicate that 57 Palestinians from Syria, mostly women, children, and elderly refugees, drowned onboard the death boats to Europe, fleeing the tattered Syrian territories, since the conflict outbreak in March 2011. A number of casualties breathed their
UNRWA to Deliver Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon 13-09-2021 UNRWA said that it will transfer cash grants to Palestinian refugees from Syria as of September 28. The refugees have denounced delays in aid transfer, saying they have been struggling with increasing poverty and hardship. Earlier this year, UNRWA
Water Cut Off in Syria’s AlSabina Camp for Palestinian Refugees 13-09-2021 Palestinian refugees in AlSabina Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to sound distress signals over the acute water crisis in the area. The residents said water has been frequently cut off for several months, forcing civilians to purchase water from privately-owned
UNRWA Turns Mixed Schools into Separate Schools in AlNeirab Camp 13-09-2021 UNRWA has opted for new measures at its schools in AlNeirab Cam for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, north of Syria. UNRWA separated boys from girls at its Gaza, Damon, Jenin, AlMaghar, Yaffa, and Akka schools. It further divided classrooms into
Palestinian Orphans Enduring Abject Conditions in Syria Displacement Camps 13-09-2021 Vulnerable Palestinian children taking shelter in refugee camps in Syria continue to struggle for survival in the war-ravaged country Scores of children lost their fathers and/or mothers, who served as their sole breadwinners. AGPS has kept record of the death
Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Ayed Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime since 2014 12-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Mahmoud Ayad, born in 1985, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the eighth consecutive year. Mohamed was arrested in May 2014 by Syrian security forces deployed at Ali AlWahsh checkpoint. AGPS has documented
Fires Break Out in AlNeirab Camp 12-09-2021 Fires rocked a fuel store in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. Heavy material damage was reported. Local sources told AGPS that the fires started after a driver who stopped to get fuel threw
Civilian Killed by War Remnants in Deraa Refugee Camp 12-09-2021 Residents of Daraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, continue to voice deep concerns over their children’s safety due to the spread of unexploded war remnants across and around the camp. Recently, young man Ahmad Mahamid was pronounced dead following a blast
Sand Mounds Piled Up outside of Yarmouk Camp Cemetery following Russian Search 12-09-2021 The Russian military and Syrian regime have finalized excavations in a cemetery at the Yarmouk Palestinian Refugee Camp in Damascus allegedly in search of the remains of Israeli soldiers who went missing during the First Lebanon War in 1982, Israeli
Palestinian Refugees Launch Cry for Help from Algeria Displacement Camp 12-09-2021 The brutal conflict in Syria has forced thousands of Palestinian refugees to flee the war-torn country in search of safer shelters. Hundreds of Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) who have reached Algeria have been living in distress due to their
Palestinian Students Honored in Northern Syria 11-09-2021 48 Palestinian students who got high scores in 9th grade exams and high school diploma for 2020/2021 academic year were honoured in in a ceremony in northern Syria on Friday. Head of Hamas Abroad Khaled Meshaal delivered a speech via
Weddings End in Chaos in AlHusainiya Camp 11-09-2021 A resident of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, was fatally stabbed in his chest as a fight broke out during a wedding ceremony held on September 03. The residents expressed their dismay over the apathy of Syrian
Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s Khan Dannun Camp Struggling with Dire Conditions 11-09-2021 Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in Khan Dannun camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities in the area. Water supplies have been repeatedly cut off across residential neighborhoods in Khan Dannun
280 PLA Members Pronounced Dead in War-Torn Syria 11-09-2021 280 Palestinian refugees fighting alongside PLA forces have been pronounced dead since the outbreak of the conflict in the Syrian Arab Republic. AGPS data indicates that most of the casualties died in such Rif Dimashq areas as Tel Kurdi, Tel
PLO Official Accuses UNRWA of Reluctance Regarding Palestinians in Syria 11-09-2021 Head of the political department of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), Anwar Abdul Hadi, has accused UNRWA of dragging its feet regarding Palestinians’ appeals for urgent relief services and reconstruction of the ravaged Yarmouk Camp, where at least 35 UN
Residents of Jaramana Camp Rally in Solidarity with Palestinian Escapees from Israeli Prison 10-09-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees joined a march held in solidarity with the six Palestinians who managed to escape the Israeli Gilboa prison. Over the past few days, Israeli authorities have launched a manhunt in search for the
Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria 10-09-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Redwan Hasan Abdullah Redwan continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts. Redwan, born in 1968 in the Israeli-occupied city of Jenin, was arrested by Syrian security forces in 1996. AGPS has documented
Palestinians in Syria’s Jober Neighborhood Facing Ambivalent Fate 10-09-2021 After more than ten years into the Syrian conflict, Palestinian refugees living in the war-torn country continue to face unbearable hardship and security threats. This has been the case of the residents of Jober neighborhood in Damascus, who have been
Displaced Families Allowed to Clear Debris from Yarmouk Camp 10-09-2021 Syrian authorities have allowed a number of families to re-enter the ravaged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees south of Damascus, and clear debris as of September 10 until October 05. Media sources said a volunteer Red Crescent team has been
Palestinian Brothers Ahmad and Walid Mousa Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 09-09-2021 Palestinian brothers Ahmad and Walid Mousa Mahmoud have been held in Syrian government jails since February 2014. Both were kidnapped from their family home in Rukn AlDeen, in Damascus. Their families have received no information over their whereabouts and
Humanitarian Condition Exacerbated by Power Crisis in AlNeirab Camp 09-09-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have denounced the power crisis in the area, saying power generators have not been regularly operated by the owners. An AGPS news reporter said power generators
Palestinian Women Denied Citizenship Documents in Turkey 09-09-2021 A Palestinian refugee woman who fled war-torn Syria to Turkey said the Turkish authorities continue to turn down her application for citizenship rights. The refugee who holds Syrian travel documents had entered Turkey ten years ago. She received an email
Palestinian Child Killed by Explosive Ordnance in Syria Displacement Camp 09-09-2021 Palestinian child Mohamed Bassem Mer’i succumbed to injuries he sustained in a cluster bomb blast in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. In late August, at least seven children, including Mohamed, were left wounded
Civilians Regain Access to Deraa Camp through Saraya Crossing 09-09-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugees have returned to Deraa Camp after the Syrian regime reopened AlSaraya crossing. The Syrian security forces have totally backtracked from the city’s eastern and southeastern corners. However, military checkpoints have been pitched near and around Deraa’s
Palestinian Refugee Found Dead in Germany 08-09-2021 The body of Palestinian refugee from Syria Mahmoud Fahmi Ass’ad was found by the German police at the refugee’s house in Zweibrucken city, in Rheinland-Pfalz district. His relative said he had suddenly lost contact with him before police told him
Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Express Solidarity with Deraa 08-09-2021 Palestinian and Syrian refugees sheltered in the displacement camps of AlMuhammadiya and Deir Ballout, north of Syria, joined a vigil held in solidarity with the residents of Deraa city and its Palestinian refugee camp. The rally-goers chanted slogans condemning the
UNRWA Schools in Yalda Facing Staff Shortage 08-09-2021 Palestinian refugees in Yalda have denounced the poor-quality education services provided to their children in the area. Speaking with AGPS, a number of parents said their children have not received school furniture yet and a number of classrooms have been
50,000 Palestine Refugee Students in Syria Go Back to UNRWA Schools 08-09-2021 UNRWA said nearly 50,000 Palestine refugee students returned to its schools in Syria on September 5, 2021. Deputy-Director of UNRWA’s Syria operations visited UNRWA schools in Hums and took down note of the students’ impressions and aspirations. He further
Syrian and Russian Forces Enter Palestinian Refugee Camp of Deraa 08-09-2021 Syrian regime forces and Russian squads have entered Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees through AlSaraya crossing in Deraa AlBalad, south of Syria. The forces inspected the residents’ identity documents in search of wanted opposition affiliates. Syrian army troops entered Deraa
Palestinian Refugees among hundreds seeking reconciliation in Deraa Camp 07-09-2021 A reconciliation agreement between the Syrian regime and opposition forces has been partly put into effect for the 2nd consecutive day. Light and medium weapons have been handed over to Syrian security forces. Syrians and Palestinian refugees have increasingly appealed
Palestinian Refugee Released from Syrian Custody 07-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmed Ali Mey’ari, a resident of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, was released by Syrian security forces after he had been held in custody for days. Ahmad was arrested last week
Palestinian Refugees Appeal for Urgent Anti-Coronavirus Measures 07-09-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, have called on the Syrian and international human rights organizations to take urgent action regarding the increase in the confirmed coronavirus cases in the area. Over 10 confirmed coronavirus cases have
PLA Officer Arrested over Corruption Charges 07-09-2021 Staff Brigadier General Ayman Muhammad Kassab, from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) has been detained for nearly two months at the PLA’s central prison over charges of corruption. Local sources told AGPS that the officer is involved in corruption and
Amnesty: Syria Refugees Tortured, Raped on Return 07-09-2021 Syrian refugees who returned home were subjected to torture, detention and disappearance by security forces, Amnesty International has said, urging foreign governments to protect them from deportation and forcible return. In a report, titled “You’re going to your death”, the
UNRWA Palestinian Refugees Lebanon Hospitals 06-09-2021 UNRWA called on Palestinian refugees in Lebanon, including 27,000 Palestinians from Syria, to reach out to the Agency’s health chief in case of an emergency situation that requires hospitalization. UNRWA said the refugees can receive medical treatment and hospitalization
Khan Eshieh Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis 06-09-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, where workers and students continue to face serious difficulties getting to their workplaces and schools. The residents said buses do not show up on time
Palestinian Refugee Families Distressed as Syrian Regime Escalates Attacks on Besieged Deraa 06-09-2021 Residents of Deraa Camp and adjacent neighbrhoods in Deraa city, south of Syria, have raised concerns over the security situation after the Syrian regime escalated attacks on the area. Tension has been running high at the same time as negotiations
Displaced Families Fear Unabated Coronavirus Outbreak in Northern Syria 06-09-2021 Concerns have mounted in displacement camps set up in northern Syria after coronavirus cases were reported in the area. The residents slammed AFAD for its mismanagement of the health crisis, saying only one nurse has been sent to the area
Palestinian Refugee Girl from Syria Wins 3rd Place at UAE Mental Math Contest 05-09-2021 Palestinian child from Syria Wafaa Emad Aboura, aged 8, has earned the third place in the Mental Arithmetic Tournament held in Dubai. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success stories, despite the traumatic upshots wrought by the
UNRWA Delivers Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Jordan 05-09-2021 UNRWA delivered cash grants to Palestinians from Syria (PRS) in Jordan. Every registered family member received a cash grant of 70,800 Jordanian dinars. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)
Residents of AlHajar AlAswad Submit Return Demands 05-09-2021 Rif Dimashq Governorate has started receiving demands by residents of AlHajar AlAswad neighborhood to return to their houses and retrieve their property. Efforts have been ongoing by the Governorate to reconstruct the infrastructure in AlHajar AlAswad, near Yarmouk Camp, where
Syrian Regime Launches Fierce Attack on Besieged Daraa city 05-09-2021 Syrian regime forces early Sunday escalated attacks on the southern city of Deraa, including its Palestinian refugee camp. According to Anadolu Agency, the Iranian-backed 4th Division militia group targeted the neighborhood with intense attacks after four days. Noting that Assad
Palestinian Refugee Families Blackmailed by Pro-Regime Militia in Syria 05-09-2021 A number of Palestinian refugee families have been blackmailed by Liwaa AlQuds brigade affiliated with the Syrian regime, as they appealed for the release of their relatives who have been arbitrarily arrested by the militia. Palestinian refugees have been charged
Palestinian Refugee Wins 3rd Place in Europe’s Open Mental Math Championship 04-09-2021 Palestinian child from Syria Ahmad Kadoura won the third place in the Euro Math 2021 championship staged by Euro Math foundation in Germany. 400 candidates from Germany, Tunisia, Morocco, Syria, Palestine, Egypt, Algeria, Turkey, The Netherlands, France, the UK, Japan
54 Palestinian Residents of AlSabina Camp Forcibly Disappeared in Syrian Prisons 04-09-2021 56 Palestinians taking refuge in AlSabina Camp, among them two women, have been enduring mysterious fates in Syria’s state-run dungeons. AGPS kept record of the death of 631 Palestinian refugees under torture in Syrian government penitentiaries. AGPS has documented the
UNRWA to Hold Vocational Training for People with Special Needs in AlNeirab Camp 04-09-2021 UNRWA said it will hold free vocational training courses for persons with disabilities in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo. The list of specializations includes house electricity, tailoring, mobile phone maintenance, hair dressing, carpentry
Resident of Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria Released by Opposition Forces 04-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Sai’d Ass’ad Abdul Haq, a resident of AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, was freed on September 02 by an opposition group in Syria. The refugee has been held captive for nearly a couple of years. He was arrested in
73 Palestinian Families in Syria’s Ataa Camp Launch Distress Signals 04-09-2021 73 displaced Palestinian families taking shelter in Ataa camp, in Idlib’s northern outskirts, north of Syria, have been enduring a dire humanitarian situation. Most of them have been crammed in poorly-equipped houses of no more than 30 square meters and
Palestinian Students Honoured in Syria Displacement Camp 03-09-2021 A ceremony was held in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, to honour a number of Palestinian students who earned high scores in their basic and secondary school exams. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved
Palestine Embassy in Damascus Launches New Website 03-09-2021 The Palestine Embassy in Damascus launched a new embassy to facilitate consular procedures, including passport issuance. The site is as follows: www.palemb-sy.com . It will be operative starting Sunday, September 05. Palestinian refugees can submit their applications after
Palestinians from Syria in Egypt Struggling with Ambivalent Condition 03-09-2021 Palestinian refugees who fled war-torn Syria have been subjected to a frail legal status in Egypt, where they are treated as foreigners rather than asylum-seekers fleeing war-stricken zones. Palestinians from Syria (PRS) in Egypt have been denied the right to
Palestinians of Syria Facing Precarious Legal Status 03-09-2021 Serious and urgent measures should be taken by the Palestine Liberation Organization, the Palestinian Authority, and the Arab League, among other regional and international parties, in order to ensure Palestinian refugees and other civilians in Syria are kept safe at
Palestinian Refugees Distressed following Violation of Deraa Reconciliation Agreement 03-09-2021 A reconciliation agreement that has been recently struck between the Syrian regime and opposition groups in Deraa, south of Syria, has reportedly been breached. Reporting from southern Syria, an AGPS news correspondent said the Syrian regime ordered that residents of
Palestinian Refugee Khaled Shakosh Secretly Held in Syrian Gov’t Prisons since 2014 02-09-2021 Palestinian refugee Khalil Ibrahim Shakosh, born in 1987, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian state prisons for the seventh year running. Khalil was kidnapped from his home in Jdeidat Artouz in Rif Dimashq on December 01, 2014 and
School Bags Distributed to Palestinian Orphans in Syria 02-09-2021 The Orphans Charity has launched a psychological support project in Yalda town, south of Syria. Leisure activities and awareness-raising events were held as part of the move. School bags and cash grants were delivered to the orphans. AGPS has kept
Turkish Authorities Tighten Noose on Ankara Migrants 02-09-2021 Migration management authorities in Turkey announced a set of new measures following the latest riots in Ankara. This came in a meeting between Turkish officials and security bodies. All applications for the temporary protection card, known as kimlik, have been
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Assistance 02-09-2021 Palestinian refugees in Syria continue to appeal for cash aid at the same time as social media sources claimed UNRWA cash grants will be shelled out soon. Activists said the reports are counterfeit. No official statement has been released by
UNRWA Alarmed by ERW Incident that Affected Palestine Refugee Children in Aleppo 02-09-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has expressed its deep concern over the physical and psychological impact of an explosion rocking a Palestinian refugee camp in Syria. In an official statement
Austria Signs Agreement for 2m Euros to Support Palestine Refugees in Syria 01-09-2021 The Government of Austria signed on Tuesday a EUR 2 million agreement towards the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) Syria Regional Crisis Emergency Appeal in 2021. UNRWA said in a press
UNRWA Re-Opens Aid Distribution Centre in Jaramana Camp 01-09-2021 UNRWA has reopened its aid distribution centre in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees. A few months earlier, the residents denounce the transfer of UNRWA aid supplies to AlRama School which is located several kilometers away from residential neighborhoods.
Palestinian Refugee Student Arrested in Syria 01-09-2021 Liwaa AlQuds brigade, affiliated with the Syrian regime, arrested a resident of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees over claims of drug-trafficking. Local sources denied the accusations and told AGPS that the arrestee—Ahmad Ali Meyari—has achieved outstanding school results and has
4 Palestinian Refugees Benefit From Reconciliation Agreement in Deraa Camp 01-09-2021 34 young men, including four Palestinians sheltered in Deraa AlBalad, were included in the second phase of a reconciliation deal struck between the Syrian security forces and opposition groups in the blockaded Deraa city, south of Syria. The Russian-brokered deal
AGPS Urges Syrian Regime to Lift Blockade on Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees 01-09-2021 AGPS continues to call on the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies to lift the tough cordon imposed on the Palestinian refugee camp of Deraa along with other areas in the Syrian southern city of Deraa for over 70
Palestinians Join Vigil in Germany in Solidarity with Victims of Secret Imprisonment in Syria 31-08-2021 Palestinian refugees joined a vigil held on Monday, August 30, in German`s multi-nation tributary of Koblenz to pressurize the Syrian regime to release all detainees and cease its war crimes perpetrated behind prison bars. The rally-goers carried photos of dozens
Palestinian Refugees in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Facing Squalid Humanitarian Condition 31-08-2021 Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab camp, in Rif Dimashq, have been enduring dire humanitarian conditions. Eleven years into the conflict, more than half of the residents lost their sources of income. Scores of families continue to live below the poverty
Mortars Hit Civilian Homes in Syria Palestinian Refugee Camp 31-08-2021 On Monday, Syrian security forces targeted Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, with four mortar shells. No injuries were reported. An AGPS news reporter said civilian houses sustained severe material damage. Recently, the Syrian regime escalated attacks on
Palestine Refugee Agency Deeply Saddened by Damage Wrought on Deraa Camp School 31-08-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) expressed its deep concern over the damage sustained to its installations as a result of the ongoing armed conflict in southern Syria. In a statement
7 Children Injured by Unexploded Ordnance in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria 31-08-2021 At least seven children were left wounded in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, as explosive debris went off in the area. The wounded were rushed to AlKindi Hospital in Aleppo. Reporting from northern
Palestinian Families in AlSayeda Zeinab Appeal for Garbage Clearance 30-07-2021 Civilians taking shelter in Syria’s AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, have voiced deep concern over the health hazards inflicted by the trash mounds piled up across residential alleyways and the standing wastewater flooding the main access roads. The
Khan Eshieh Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis 30-07-2021 A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, where workers and students continue to face serious difficulties getting to their workplaces and schools. The residents said buses do not show up on time
Family of Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee Ali Sa’id Appeals for Information 30-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Ali Ahmed Sai’d has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the 9th consecutive year. Ali was arrested in September 2012 in Ein Terma area, in Rif Dimashq.
Palestinian Refugee Arrested by Turkish Police 30-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Husain Mohamed Aboud was arrested by Turkish police after he failed to obtain the “kimlik” temporary protection card. Some five days earlier, Husain turned in a young man to police after he found out that he was abusing
Civilians in Deraa Appeal to Syrian Regime to Backtrack on Military Escalation 30-07-2021 CSOs, activists, and civilians have called on the international community to stop the military escalation on Deraa and lift the blockade slapped on the area since June 24, 2021. In a joint statement, a number of CSOs denounced the military
Palestinian Refugee Student Ranked on Top of List in Baccalaureate Exams 29-07-2021 Palestinian student Omar Samer Dakour has earned the second highest score in Baccalaureate exams (scientific branch). Omar, born in 2003 in Aleppo, obtained a score of 239/240. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success stories, despite the
Vulnerable Palestinian Refugees Lash Out at Relief Institutions in Lebanon 29-07-2021 Palestinian refugees have slammed a number of relief institutions in Lebanon for collecting data on the refugees in order to garner more funds, saying neither in-kind items nor cash aid has been provided to the refugees, particularly those displaced from
Palestinian Refugee Arrested in Turkey 29-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Tareq Kasem was arrested by Turkish police in Esenyurt city, in Istanbul after he failed to obtain the temporary protection card known as “kimlik”. Tareq who was displaced from Syria’s Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, has
Following Escalation by Syria Regime, Tension Running High in Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees 29-07-2021 Missiles and artillery shelled by the Syrian regime on Deraa province, south of Syria, slammed into the outskirts of the city’s Palestinian refugee camp, resulting in panic and simmering tension. In an unprecedented development in Syria’s decade-long war, Deraa
Residents of Jaramana Camp Denounce Health Risks of Garbage Burning 28-07-2021 Civilians taking shelter in Syria’s Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, raised concerns over the health hazards inflicted by garbage burning across residential alleyways. The residents said local authorities have been burning trash across residential neighborhoods instead of
Power-Maintenance Initiative Launched in AlNeirab Camp 28-07-2021 Permits were granted to operate the power generators and provide fuel at the industrial price in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. Electricity generators will go operative from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. starting Wednesday. Civilians
Father of Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Urgent Treatment 28-07-2021 Palestinian refugee from Syria Khalil Abu AlAlaa has appealed to the Palestinian ambassador in Lebanon to help him get a visa to Turkey so as to be able to visit his cancer-stricken son Muadh. A few months earlier, Muadh, previously
Syrian Gov’t Forces Attack Deraa Camp 28-07-2021 The Syrian government forces in Deraa breached an agreement reached on Monday to lift the blockade on the area. An AGPS news correspondent said mortar shells slammed into residential neighborhoods in Deraa at the same time as a number of
Turkey Rescues 288 Migrants Pushed Back from Greece 27-07-2021 Between July 17 and July 22, Turkish Coast Guard units in the Aegean Izmir province rescued 388 asylum seekers illegally pushed back to Turkey’s territorial waters by Greek forces, authorities said on Tuesday. According to Anadolu news agency, a total
Palestinian Refugee Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime for 8th Year 27-07-2021 The family of Palestinian refugee Mohamed Issa AlHourani reiterated their appeals to the international human rights institutions to work on disclosing the whereabouts and condition of their son who has been locked up in Syrian state jails for the eighth
AlNeirab Camp Left Without Power for 2nd Day 27-07-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo, north of Syria, said power has been cut off for over two days. Speaking with AGPS on condition of anonymity, a worker at the thermal power station in Aleppo said the
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment by BEMO Bank Staff 27-07-2021 Palestinian refugees in displacement camps in Aleppo, north of Syria, have railed against the mistreatment they have faced by Bemo Bank staff. Refugees who received transaction codes of their cash grants provided by the UN Relief and Works Agency for
Syrian Regime Violates Deal to Lift Blockade on Deraa 27-07-2021 The Syrian government forces in Deraa reportedly breached an agreement reached on Monday to lift the blockade on the area. An AGPS news correspondent said mortar shells slammed into residential neighborhoods in Deraa at the same time as a number
Trash Mounds Piled Up in Syria’s Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees 26-07-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh refugee camp denounced the accumulation of trash piles on Khan Eshieh’s access roads and outside of UNRWA school. Palestinian refugees said the phenomenon poses serious health threats and puts their children’s hygiene at risk. Residents
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Price Leap 26-07-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have been overburdened by the poor quality and exorbitant prices of ice packs. An ice pack is sold at 1,000 Syrian pounds, in an area where poverty rates have
36 Palestinian Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Secretly Held in Syrian Prisons 26-07-2021 AGPS has kept record of the secret detention of 36 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Syria’s AlSayeda Zeinab Camp from March 2011 until July 26, 2021. According to AGPS statistics, five Palestinians who had sought refuge in the camp were fatally
Blockade on Deraa Totally Lifted 26-07-2021 The Central Committee in Deraa city, south of Syria, reached on Monday an agreement with the Syrian government to lift the noose tightened around the area and backtrack on any projected military escalation. Reporting from the area, an AGPS correspondent
Palestinian Refugees Suffering Food Insecurity, Instability in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 26-07-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Idlib, AlMuhammadiya Camp, and Deir Ballout Camp, in northern Syria have been enduring a tragic situation due to food insecurity and high poverty rates. Most of them have been crammed in poorly-equipped tents and denied their
Palestinian Refugee Families Celebrate Eid in Turkey 25-07-2021 Palestinian refugee families sheltered in Ankara exchanged Eid greetings, as part of a gathering held by the Turkish Association to Support Palestine (FIDAR) and the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad. Similar gatherings were held in Gaziantep and Nizip, southeast of
Stray Dogs Sway AlSabina Camp for Palestinian Refugees 25-07-2021 Residents of AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have raised concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp. The refugees have appealed to the concerned authorities and NGOs
UNRWA Committee in Syria Submits Demands to Philippe Lazzarini 25-07-2021 The committee of UNRWA staffers in Syria handed over a memorandum to the Agency’s Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini. The committee demanded that daily contracts and LDCs be turned into fixed contracts, allowing voluntary early retirement, and revising the salary scale of
Syrian Regime Lifts Blockade on Deraa 25-07-2021 The Central Committee in Deraa city, south of Syria, has reached an agreement with the Syrian government to lift the noose tightened around the area. As part of the deal, a number of residents and former opposition forces will lay
Palestinian Refugee Samir Mohamed Forcibly Disappeared in Syria 24-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Samir Kasem Mohamed, born in 1985, has been secretly locked up in Syrian government prisons for ten years running. Samir was kidnapped on November 11, 2011 near AlHamed Mall, in Daraa. His condition and whereabouts have been shrouded
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Facing Squalid Conditions 24-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon are grappling with increased hardship and vulnerability, due to long-term displacement and difficult socio-economic conditions. The recent political instability in the country, coupled with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, has made survival
Palestinian Refugee Missing for over 10 Days 24-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Walid Husain Husain has gone missing for over 10 days. Walid, born in 1977, disappeared from Deraa, south of Syria. His condition and whereabouts could not be identified.
Dozens of Families Flee Blockaded Deraa Camp 24-07-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugee families sheltered in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, have fled the area for fear of deadly escalations by the Syrian regime forces and their Russian allies. A couple of days earlier, the Syrian regime attacked Deraa
CSOs Visit Displaced Palestinian Families in Istanbul 23-07-2021 Representatives of FIDAR and the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad paid visits to displaced Palestinian families sheltered in Eselner district, in the Turkish metropolitan city of Istanbul. The move makes part of a solidarity campaign launched in favor of vulnerable
Palestinian Refugee Child Missing in Damascus 23-07-2021 Palestinian child Bakr Adnan Suleiman Khalayfa, aged 12, has gone missing from AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. Bakr left his family house early morning on Friday.
Water Crisis Ongoing in Khan Eshieh Camp 23-07-2021 Palestinian families taking refuge in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been cut off across residential neighborhoods for several days. The residents have warned of the repercussions of the water crisis on their children’s health condition in
Gangsters Burglarize AlNeirab School 23-07-2021 AlNeirab School, located in AlNeirab camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, was burglarized by anonymous thieves on Monday. The stolen items include 2,000 fuel liters and computers, among others. The school director reached out
Syrian Regime Targets Blockaded Deraa with Anti-Aircraft Guns 23-07-2021 The Syrian regime has attacked Deraa AlBalad, south of Syria, with anti-aircraft guns, forcing dozens of families out of their homes and shelters. Syrian regime troops have been deployed at checkpoints pitched around Deraa city, including around the city’s Palestinian
Wreath Laying Ceremony Held in Khan Eshieh Refugee Camp 22-07-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp, in Rif Dimashq, and representatives of Palestinian factions in Syria laid a wreath at the martyrs site. Flours were offered to pay tribute to Palestinians killed in war-torn Syria. A number of Palestinian refugees sheltered
Food Aid Distributed to Palestinian Refugee Families in Syria 22-07-2021 NGOs and relief institutions handed over meat portions to Palestinian refugees across war-ravaged Syria. The Palestine Commission for Relief and Development in partnership with the Islamic Organization for Relief of Orphans and Poor People handed over meat to 15,000
Palestinian Expatriates Support Palestinians in War-Torn Syria 22-07-2021 Palestinian refugees living and/or working in the diaspora continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians sheltered in war-ravaged Syria. Recently, a number of Palestinian refugees abroad raised funds to help provide meat to residents of AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo. At
Talal Naji Appointed as Secretary-General of PFLP-GC 21-07-2021 Talal Naji was elected as the new Secretary-General of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine – General Command (PFLP—GC), replacing Ahmad Jibril, who died on July 7 in Damascus. Talal Naji was born in 1946 in Nazareth. He
Yarmouk Camp Residents Denied Access to Local Cemetery 21-07-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp continue to denounce the movement crackdowns at checkpoints run by Russian forces. Civilians have reportedly been denied access to the local cemetery to pray for their deceased relatives. Eye-witnesses told AGPS that checkpoints run by the
Palestinian Refugee Pronounced Dead Following Medical Neglect in Lebanon 21-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Hani Saad AlDeen died in AlBadawi refugee camp, north of Lebanon, after he failed to pay treatment fees of up to 200,000 USD. Hani was in need of an urgent lung transplant to replace his failing lungs
Palestinian Refugees Launch Distress Signals from Jordan Displacement Camp 21-07-2021 Palestinian families from Syria taking shelter in AlHadiqa refugee camp, in Ar-Ramtha city, situated in the far northwest of Jordan, continue to call on the international humanitarian institutions, UNRWA, and the Palestinian Authority to take urgent action in response to
UNRWA Opens Up Vacancies in Syria 20-07-2021 UNRWA is seeking an analyst programmer, a project associate, a psychosocial counselor, technical instructors, an engineer, a trade instructor, and an electrician for its Syria office. The Agency invites applications through inspira.un.org. The deadline is July 31, 2021
UNRWA Chief in Syria Meets With Damascus Governor 20-07-2021 Director of UNRWA operations in Syria Amanya Michael Ibye met with Damascus governor on July 14 during a visit paid to Deraa, south of Syria. Amanya updated the governor on UNRWA’s plans to rehabilitate its destroyed premises in Deraa Camp
Resident of Deraa Camp Missing for 5th Day 20-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Issa Falaha, born in 1984, has gone missing since July 15 after he left Deraa Camp, south of Syria. His family continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts. 333 Palestinian refugees from Syria, including
Palestinian Refugees in/from Syria Deprived of Eid Joy 20-07-2021 Thousands of Palestinians from Syria have spent the holy occasion of Eid AlAdhha (Feast of Sacrifice) away from their homes and families. Happy childhood memories for Palestinian children from Syria have ended when one or both of their parents were
Palestinian Refugee Rami Ismail Wins Syria Bodybuilding Championship 19-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Rami Haytham Ismail, born in 2004 and raised in Jaramana Camp, in Rif Dimashq, won the bodybuilding championship in the Syrian republic (65 kilograms) held in Damascus. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success
Eid Project Launched by Women in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria 19-07-2021 Palestinian women in AlNeirab camp, north of Syria, launched a small project to make cakes at cheap prices. The five-day initiative was held at Shams Centre for Women Empowerment run by the Palestinian Red Crescent Organization. 15 women who
700 Palestinian Refugee Families Return to Yarmouk Camp 19-07-2021 Secretary-General of the of the Palestinian Popular Struggle Front Khaled Abdul Majid said some 700 families have returned to Yarmouk Camp so far. He added that several measures have been taken to protect civilians’ property. Families should submit property ownership
Palestinian Refugee Families Facing Squalid Conditions in Khan Dannun Camp 19-07-2021 Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in Khan Dannun camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities in the area. Water supplies have been repeatedly cut off across residential neighborhoods in Khan Dannun
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Security Mayhem in Ein AlHilweh Camp 19-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. Palestinian refugees in Ein AlHilweh displacement camps continue to voice
Residents of Jaramana Camp Appeal for Repair of Water Network 18-07-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been cut off for four days. Civilians have found no other way to secure potable water than to buy water supplies for privately-owned tanks at a price
Palestinian Refugee Families in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Denounce Water Contamination 18-07-2021 Displaced Palestinian families in AlMuhammadiya and Deir Ballout camps, north of Syria, expressed concerns that water tanks would be contaminated after a small fish was spotted in one of the tanks. Thousands of displaced Palestinians and Syrians who live below
Deraa Secondary School Achieves 100% Success Rate 18-07-2021 The Kafr Kana School in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, achieved a success rate of 100% in 9th grade national exams.
UNRWA to Deliver Its 2021 Emergency Cash Grants for Palestinian Refugees 18-07-2021 UNRWA in Syria will be delivering the second batch of its emergency cash aid for 2021 as of July 25. UNRWA said the sum covers four months. Every vulnerable refugee registered with the Agency will receive 140,000 Syrian pounds
After Being Tortured by Syrian Regime…Palestinian Refugee Suffers Memory Loss 18-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Jihad Abu Abboud has been spotted in Damascus streets after he completely lost his memory. In a photo circulated on social media, the man looked totally lost, with a pale face and semi-closed eyes that conveyed a sense
3 Year Pass By since Palestinian Photojournalist Niraz Sa’id Died Under Torture in Syrian Prisons 17-07-2021 Palestinian photographer Niraz Sa’id, from Yarmouk Camp, died one year ago under torture in Syrian government jails, where he had been detained for three years. Niraz Sa’id was kidnapped on October 2, 2015 by Syrian government forces and dragged to
US Announces Additional Support for Palestine Refugees 17-07-2021 The United States announced on Saturday that it is contributing an additional US$135.8 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). In April, the U.S. government restored its
Palestinian Refugees in Jordan Appeal for Cash Aid 17-07-2021 Palestinian refugees who fled war-torn Syria to Jordan continue to launch distress signals over their dire humanitarian situation after they lost their livelihoods and have been denied access to the local labour market. Speaking with AGPS, Palestinian refugee Ahmed Saleh
UNRWA Chief: Palestine Refugees in Syria Remain Resilient despite Years of Endless Hardships, Displacement 17-07-2021 UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini visited Syria from 4-9 July 2021, meeting with Palestine refugees, UNRWA staff and senior government officials. During his visit, the Commissioner-General met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Dr. Faysal Miqdad, the Deputy Minister
Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees Blockaded by Syrian Regime for 3rd Week 17-07-2021 The Bashar Assad regime in Syria continues to seize the overcrowded Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Deraa province, south of Syria, for over three weeks to prevent access of basic human materials. Last week, the regime forces blocked the
Reconstruction Works Launched in Jaramana, AlSayeda Zeinab Refugee Camps 16-07-2021 A maintenance project has been launched by a CSO in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, to repair the submersible pump of the water tank that feeds about half of the population in the area. Maintenance staffers have
Residents of AlNeirab Camp Urge UNRWA to Transfer Monthly Gants 16-07-2021 CSOs in AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, called on UNRWA to deliver cash aid to the eligible families on a monthly basis. In written demands, the residents urged GAPAR and UNRWA to work on resuming delivery of food aid every month
Palestinian Refugees in Hindarat Camp Receive Reconstruction Pledges 16-07-2021 Representatives of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) paid a visit to Handarat Camp, north of Syria. GAPAR chief Ali Mustafa promised to work on advancing the rehabilitation the camp and reconstructing destroyed premises. He said, however, in
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Denounce Aid Distribution Policy 16-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria denounced cash aid delivery through Lebanon Post, saying several mistakes have occurred. The cash-stripped refugees also said distribution offices are so distant from their houses and shelters, adding that they have been made to line up
Vocational Training Centre Opened Up for Palestinian Refugees in Istanbul 16-07-2021 The Turkish Association for Solidarity with Palestine (FIDAR) in cooperation with the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad opened up a vocational training centre for Palestinian refugees in Esenyrut, in the Turkish metropolitan city of Istanbul. The centre will provide practical
National Solidarity Campaign Launched in Yarmouk Camp 15-07-2021 The Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad launched on Thursday July 15 the National Solidarity Campaign II to support Palestinian refugees in camps and shelters set up in foreign countries. The campaign has just seen the day in Yarmouk Camp
Clinic to Be Established in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 15-07-2021 The health department chief in northern Syria said a clinic will be established in the near future to provide much-needed healthcare services for displaced families sheltered in Deir Ballout and AlMuhamamdiya camps, north of Syria. The official added that an
96% of Students from AlNeirab and Handarat Refugee Camps Succeed in 9th Grade Exams 15-07-2021 Over 96% of Palestinian refugee students from AlNeirab and Handarat camps, north of Syria, made it in the 9th grade national exams.
89.9% of Palestine Refugee Students in Syria Pass Secondary School Exam 15-07-2021 UNRWA in Syria said 89.9% of the 4,535 students registered with the Agency in Syria passed their exams while other schools in the war-torn country got a success rate of 76.23%. UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations Michael
Palestinian Child Garners High Scores at Syria Secondary Schools 15-07-2021 Palestinian student Akram Mohamed Othman got a score of 3100/3100 as part of 9th grade exams in Syria. The results were announced on July 14. Akram’s parents are natives of the occupied Palestinian city of Haifa. He was born in
Palestinian Refugees in Rif Dimashq Appeal for Vital Services 14-07-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Rif Dimashq’s southern suburbs have called for urgent action regarding their squalid humanitarian condition and the absence of vital services. The residents’ appeals to increase power and water supplies to the camp have gone unheeded by
AlAyedeen Camp in Hums Gripped with Power/Water Outage 14-07-2021 Residents of AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, continue to rail against the frequent power and water blackouts in the area. Civilians and merchants said food items have been spoiled as a result of the power outage. At the
Palestinian Refugee Families Struggling for Survival in Northern Syria Displacement Camps 14-07-2021 Syrian and Palestinian refugees sheltered in the displacement camps of AlMuhammadiya and Deir Ballout, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, continue to grapple with squalid conditions due to the absence of vital services, particularly healthcare. At a time when
Cash-Stripped Palestinian Refugees Overburdened by Exorbitant House Rents in Lebanon 14-07-2021 Displaced Palestinian refugees have voiced deep concern over the increase in house rents in Syria. A number of house owners asked them to pay rents in USD. Several refugee families have abandoned their rented houses after they failed to pay
Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees Subjected to Negligence by Syrian Authorities 13-07-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp have denounced the apathy maintained by the local municipality regarding their appeals for enhancing vital services. Palestinian refugee families taking shelter on the outskirts of the camp denounced the poor hygiene and absence of garbage-clearance
Residents of AlHusainiya Refugee Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis 13-07-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce exorbitant prices of public transportation following the latest surge in subsidized fuel prices. The majority of bus drivers refuse to give civilians lifts to and back from distant locations following
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Price Leap in Syria Displacement Camp 13-07-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, said prices have skyrocketed at the local market, where vital products have been sold at exorbitant costs. Reporting from the camp, an AGPS correspondent said prices of fuel and bread have seen an increase
Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Level Heavy Criticism at Damascus Governorate 13-07-2021 Displaced Palestinian families wishing to return to their homes in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, continue to denounce the complicated red tape slapped by the Syrian authorities. Speaking with AGPS on condition of anonymity, a resident said regime officers continue
Cleansing Campaign Launched in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp 12-07-2021 Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, embarked on an initiative to clean the local cemeteries. All the way through the ten-year Syrian conflict, Palestinians taking refuge in AlSayeda Zeinab camp have been grappling with dire
Rehabilitation of Water Network Ongoing in Yarmouk Camp 12-07-2021 Efforts have been in progress by the Damascus Water Company to rehabilitate water installations in Yarmouk Camp and the adjacent neighborhood of Al-Hajar Al-Aswad, south of Damascus. The Ministry of Financial Resources in Syria said maintenance works will be kept
Syrian Regime Blocks Civilians’ Access to Food Aid in Deraa 12-07-2021 The Bashar Assad regime in Syria continues to seize a neighborhood of 40,000 residents in the center of Daraa province in the south for over a couple of weeks to prevent access of basic human materials. On Sunday, the
UNRWA Transfers Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon 12-07-2021 UNRWA in Lebanon has begun delivery of cash grants covering the months of June and July to the Palestinians of Syria through Liban Post. Every registered family will receive a sum of 200 USD for the two months. The aid
Palestinian Refugee Family in Jordan Unable to Return to Syria due to Exorbitant Fines 12-07-2021 The Jordanian authorities have banned a Palestinian family from returning to Syria after they failed to pay a fine of 4,600 Jordanian dinars (2,500 USD). Palestinian refugees who illegally entered Jordan holding Syrian travel documents are required by
Red Crescent Opens Up Vocational Training Centre in Damascus 11-07-2021 Director-General of the Palestinian Red Crescent, Dr. Atef Ibrahim, in cooperation with the Danish Red Cross, inaugurated a vocational training centre in Yalda town, in Rif Dimashq. The move aims at providing practical training to young Palestine refugees in a
GAPAR Chief Shows Up in AlNeirab Camp 11-07-2021 Director of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR), Ali Mustafa, paid a visit to AlNeirab Camp in Aleppo on Saturday, August 10. GAPAR chief toured the camp and took note of the refugees’ demands and aspirations. The residents
Humanitarian Situation in AlNeirab Camp Exacerbated by Transportation Crisis 11-07-2021 Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo continue to launch cries for help over the transportation crisis, saying workers and students have had difficulties getting to their workplaces and universities. The residents continue to speak out against the
Palestinian Refugee Launches Hydrogen Heating System 11-07-2021 Palestinian inventor Iyad Muhammad Zahran, who holds two patents in hydrogen generation, announced the launch of the world’s first green hydrogen heating system, in cooperation with the National Center for Energy Research. This came during the second session of the
50 Palestinian Families Receive Cash Aid in Damascus 10-07-2021 Muhjat AlQuds Foundation distributed cash aid to 50 vulnerable Palestinian families in Damascus. The concerned families received a sum of 100,000 Syrian pounds each. Ten years after demonstrations started in Syria, the majority of Palestinian refugees sheltered in
Palestinian Refugees in Greek Camp Denounce Insect Propagation 10-07-2021 Palestinian refugees and other migrants have been deeply concerned about their fate in the Greek camp of Moria, where they have been subjected to medical neglect and poor hygiene. Recently, MWH volunteers disinfected the camp to help curtail the propagation
Palestinian Nurse Mohamed Bakr Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 10-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Bakr, a former nurse at the Palestine Hospital in Damascus, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons since 2013. Mohamed, aged 40, is the father of two kids. AGPS has documented the secret detention of 1
9 Years since Massacre against PLA 10-07-2021 On July 10, 2012, anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf, near Idlib, to AlNeirab Camp in Aleppo. The captives were killed one month later. The Syrian government held the opposition
Humanitarian Situation Exacerbated by Blockade in Deraa Camp 10-07-2021 Assad regime forces have been blockading the crowded neighborhood of Deraa AlBalad and Deraa Camp, in southern Syria for over a couple of weeks. As a result the humanitarian situation has taken a turn for the worse. Civilians have had
AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped with Dire Conditions 09-07-2021 Residents of AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian refugees, southeast of Syria, continue to launch cries for help over the socio-economic crises they have been enduring as a result of poverty, unemployment, the acute dearth in vital items, including fuel, and the
Palestinian Refugees Facing Squalid Conditions in Syria’s Tel Shehab 09-07-2021 A number of displaced Palestinian families taking shelter in Tal Shehab, in Daraa’s western outskirts, continue to denounce the price hike and dire socio-economic conditions in the area. Located 17 kilometers away from Daraa’s western corners and adjacent to the
UNRWA to Transfer Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon 09-07-2021 UNRWA said it will deliver cash grants to Palestinian refugees from Syria for the months of June and July 2021 as of Monday, July 12. Every registered family will receive a sum of 200 USD and15 USD as a food
UNRWA Commissioner-General Briefed about Situation of Palestinian Refugees in Syria 09-07-2021 Syria’s Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Faysal Mikdad, on Wednesday received Commissioner-General of the United Nations’ Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) Philippe Lazzarini. Mikdad affirmed that the Syrian government will to provide facilities and
Palestinian Refugees in Egypt Denounce Negligence by UNRWA, Palestine Embassy 09-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Egypt continue to rail against the apathy maintained by UNRWA and the Palestine Embassy regarding their appeals for humanitarian, legal, and socio-economic protection. A number of refugees said URNWA continues to turn its back
Palestinian Refugee Rashid Achour Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 08-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Rashid Ashour has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the eighth consecutive year. He was arrested on March 18, 2013 near the Lebanese-Syrian borders and transferred to Palestine Branch in Damascus. AGPS has documented
Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s T’Seil Town Appeal for Healthcare Services 08-07-2021 Palestinian refugees taking shelter in T’seil town, in the southern Syrian province of Daraa, continue to launch cries for help over the exacerbated humanitarian condition and the absence of healthcare services. No clinics are operative in the area. Some two
Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Grappling with Water/Power Outages 08-07-2021 Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been repeatedly cut off in the area due to breakdowns in the main water pumps as a result of the power blackout. The residents said
UNRWA Provides Overview of Its Mission in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees 08-07-2021 UNRWA in Syria said it has began providing some basic services to returned Yarmouk residents since September 2020. In an effort to offer services to particularly vulnerable persons in Yarmouk, UNRWA has worked closely with the General Authority for
Palestinian Students Achieve Excellent Results at Syria High Schools 08-07-2021 A number of Palestinian students obtained their high school diplomas in Syria with honors. Tala Mahmoud Khalaf, from Yarmouk Camp, has earned the highest score (2900/2900); Kusay Mahmoud Abdullah, also from Yarmouk Camp got the highest score at the Literature
Ceremony Held in Aleppo to Honour Palestinian Teachers 07-07-2021 The General Union for Palestinian Teachers, in partnership with Fatah Movement, honored a batch of Palestinian instructors in Aleppo. The list includes geography teacher Fakher Samara, philosophy teacher Mahmoud Hadeiri, and English teacher Rehaf Adawi.
Humanitarian Situation Exacerbated by Water Dearth in AlHusainiya Camp 07-07-2021 Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families sheltered in AlHusainiya refugee camp continue to launch cries for help over the chronic water outage. The refugees lashed out at the concerned authorities over their apathy regarding the acute dearth in drinking water, saying
Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Facing Dire Conditions 07-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon are grappling with increased hardship and vulnerability, due to long-term displacement and difficult socio-economic conditions, coupled with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to UNRWA, 87% of PRS live in poverty in
Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Lash Out at Damascus Governorate 07-07-2021 Families displaced from Yarmouk Camp continue to slam the apathy maintained by Damascus Governorate regarding their appeals for reconstruction works and rubble clearance. Engineer Mohamed Salman, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, said the Governorate continues to drag its feet over
PFLP-GC Mourns Death of Secretary-General 07-07-2021 The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General Command (PFLP-GC) mourned the death of its secretary-general Ahmed Jibril, who was pronounced dead on August 7 at a Damascus hospital. The PFLP-GC was one of the main guerrilla groups fighting against
AGPS Addresses UNHRC over Palestinian Refugee Threatened with Deportation from Denmark 07-07-2021 The Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) and the Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) have sounded the alarm over the situation of Rehab Kasem, a Palestinian-born refugee in Denmark who faces the risk of being forcibly deported to Syria after
UNRWA Delegation Inspects Vital Premises in Syria 06-07-2021 A UNRWA delegation toured its installations in Syria. Head of UNRWA’s Staff updated the administration on underway efforts to boost the Agency’s services for Palestine refugees. The delegation also paid a visit to a UNRWA food distribution center and a
Kindergarten to Be Rehabilitated in Yarmouk Camp 06-07-2021 Volunteers in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, have joined efforts to rehabilitate the Return Kindergarten, west of the camp, pending a permit by the Syrian authorities to reopen the facility. Mounds of debris continue to be spotted everywhere
Civilians Raise Concerns over Unexploded Ordnance in Yarmouk Camp 06-07-2021 Landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), which are particularly unpredictable and difficult to detect, continue to put millions of people, including Palestine refugees, at risk in Syria. Civilians in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees continue to
Child Abduction Attempt Reported in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees 06-07-2021 Three anonymous persons attempted to kidnap a child called Mohamed AlMesri from Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The assailants dragged the boy to their car before he jumped out. He was transferred to a hospital to be
Mother of Forcibly Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria Launches Cry for Help 06-07-2021 The mother of the Palestinian refugee Nassim Ziad Abu Dheis appealed, in a letter handed over to AGPS, to the international human rights institutions, namely Amnesty International, to take urgent action so as to unearth the fate of her son
Palestinian Refugees with Special Needs Obtain Photography Certificates 05-07-2021 The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) held a graduation ceremony at its headquarters in Damascus for a batch of people with special needs who completed a training course in photography. The course
Palestinian Refugees Raise Concerns over Uncontrolled Arms-Possession in AlBadawi Camp 05-07-2021 Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families sheltered in AlBadawi Camp, in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli, have launched cries for help over the security mayhem rocking the area due to the uncontrolled circulation of weapons. Last week, a Syrian woman
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Earn Livelihoods from Garbage Picking 05-07-2021 Scores of Palestinian children and adults in AlHusainiya refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, have turned to waste picking as a way to provide for their cash-stripped families. Waste pickers are seen every day touring the streets to collect trash and
Number of Palestinian Refugees Fleeing War-Torn Syria on the Rise 05-07-2021 The number of Palestinian youths migrating from displacement camps across war-torn Syria has soared. Recently, several refugee families have made their way from their camps to Turkey, in an attempt to reach Greek seashores, before getting to safety to a
AGPS: 42 Residents of Deraa Camp Secretly Held behind Syrian Prisons 05-07-2021 AGPS has documented the secret detention of 42 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Daraa Camp, south of Syria, from March 2011 until mid-October 2020. Three Palestinian residents of Daraa Camp were also tortured to death in Syrian state jails, where a
Palestinian Refugees Struggling for Survival on Greek Island 04-07-2021 Palestinian refugees seeking shelter in migrant tents set up on the Greek island of Chios have been struggling with dire conditions. Palestinian refugees said they have failed to secure potable water and food items in the camp. Several migrants sustained
98 Palestinian Residents of AlNeirab Camp Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 04-07-2021 AGPS has documented the secret detention of 98 Palestinian refugees living in AlNeirab camp, in Aleppo, north of Syria. A number of Palestinians who had sought refuge in the camp were also fatally tortured in Syria’s government prisons. AGPS has
Mounds of Debris Block Civilians’ Access to Yarmouk Camp 04-07-2021 Mounds of debris continue to be spotted everywhere across the ravaged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, blocking civilians’ access to their homes and property. Some three years ago, precisely on April 19, 2018, Syrian regime forces and their Russian allies
Lazzarini: Palestinian Refugees in Syria Living on One Meal 04-07-2021 UNRWA’s Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini warned that in Syria, 10 years of conflict have left the country and its Palestine refugee community shattered. “Many Palestine refugees in Syria report living on one meal a day”, Lazzarini told the Virtual Advisory Commission. “Over
Syrian Regime Closes Off Humanitarian Corridor to Deraa Camp 04-07-2021 Assad regime forces have been blockading a crowded neighborhood Ghorz area, east of Deraa, in southern Syria, with roadblocks. The blockaded thoroughfare is the main corridor through which food items and medicines are passed on to Deraa city. The regime
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Displacement Camps Endure Security Threats 03-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. The vast majority of Palestinians from Syria are grappling with
Residents of Handarat Camp Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Assistance 03-07-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Handarat Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have been denied access to vital services and humanitarian aid. Palestinian refugees have been grappling with dire conditions in the area due to the lack of humanitarian
Liwaa AlQuds Commander Denies Being Arrested 03-07-2021 Chief Commander of Liwaa AlQuds squad, affiliated with the Syrian regime, denied he had been arrested by Syrian security forces in Aleppo. Mohamed AlSai’d said he is in good health, accusing pro-ISIS media of propagating rumors after they were beaten
Palestinian Families Flee Blockaded Deraa Camp as Humanitarian Situation Gets Worse 03-07-2021 A number of Palestinian families fled Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees and AlSadd neighborhood as the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies have tightened military grip around the area. At least seven families walked out of the camp so
UNRWA Pledges Transfer of Cash Aid for Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon in USD 02-07-2021 UNRWA pledged to transfer cash grants for Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon in USD and in batches (every couple of months). Cash grants covering June and July will be shelled out in the first week of July wile August’s
Power Crisis Exacerbated by Cable Theft in AlHusainiya Camp 02-07-2021 Power cables have reportedly been stolen from the alleyways of AlHusainiya refugee camp, where civilians’ life has already been marred by the frequent power blackouts. Local sources told AGPS that power cables have been stolen by thieves. Others attributed the
Palestinian Refugee Ahmad Salam Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year 02-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmad Saad AlDeen Salam has been secretly held in Syrian government jails since 2014. Ahmed, born in 1989, was kidnapped on January 5, 2014 from Ali AlWahsh street, in Hjeira town, south of Damascus, as he attempted to
PLA Arrestees in Syria Released 02-07-2021 A number of conscripts affiliated with the pro-regime Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) in Syria were released from the Sednaya military prison following a presidential amnesty issued in May. Since Syria’s conflict began in 2011, Assad has issued similar amnesties, the
Mass Rallies Held in Syria to Urge Syrian Regime to Lift Blockade on Deraa 02-07-2021 Dozens of Palestinian refugees took to the streets of Deraa city, south of Syria, as they called on the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies to lift the tough cordon imposed around the area. The Syrian security forces continue
EU Asylum Applications Drop due to COVID 01-07-2021 The European Union's asylum agency said that the number of people seeking international protection in Europe hit its lowest level last year since 2013, but that the drop was due mostly to coronavirus travel restrictions. The European Asylum Support
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Gas Dearth 01-07-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees denounced delays in transfer of cooking gas through the smart card used by the Syrian government to ration a wide range of subsidized goods, namely fuel, rice, tea, and sugar. Civilians said
UNRWA Renews Contract with Red Crescent Hospital 01-07-2021 UNRWA has officially reached an agreement with a Red Crescent Hospital in Aleppo in an attempt to contribute to improving hospitalisation services to Palestine refugee north of Aleppo. Recently, UNRWA in Syria renewed its contracts with Faour Clinic, AlSahbaa, Martini
Palestinians from Syria Rally Outside of UNRWA Office 01-07-2021 Palestinian refugees from Syria rallied on Thursday July 1 outside of the UNRWA offices in Ein AlHilweh Camp, Central AlBekaa, and AlBadawi Camp, protesting delays in UNRWA aid delivery. The refugees called on UNRWA to transfer their cash grants
Stranded Palestinian Refugee in Greece Appeals 01-07-2021 Palestinian refugee Abdul Rahman Ahmed Badwan, born in 1995 and raised in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, has appealed to the international human rights institutions and Palestinian Authority to pressurize the Greek authorities to release him from prison. Abdul Rahman said Greek
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Denounce Manipulation of Aid Distribution 30-06-2021 Residents of Jaramana Camp, in Rif Dimashq, denounced the manipulation of UNRWA aid distribution, saying staff have been secretly handing over aid items to their relatives and friends. Recently, UNRWA transferred food aid distribution to AlRama School, in Jaramana Camp
Activists Warn Yarmouk Residents against Attempts to Turn Their Property into Bargaining Chips 30-06-2021 Activists have called on the residents of Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, to stand on guard to all attempts to force them to forfeit their houses and property at low prices. The activists have warned against attempts by crooked real estate
Palestinian Refugee Karam Afani Secretly Held in Syrian Jail for 9th Year 30-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Karam Ahmad Afani, aged 29, has been mysteriously locked up in Syrian state prisons since September 15, 2013. Karam, a resident of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, was arrested in Qudsaya, in Rif Dimashq. AGPS
Palestinian Refugee Identifies Brother in Leaked Photos of Torture Victims in Syria 30-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Firas Salim has identified his forcibly-disappeared brother Osama in a series of photos leaked by the so-called Caesar breakaway. Osama was arrested in February 2013. “We received no updates about Osama’s condition and whereabouts”, the brother told AGPS
Syrian Regime Toughens Military Grip on Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees 30-06-2021 Residents of Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, have launched distress signals over the tough cordon imposed by the Syrian regime around the camp. The Syrian security forces continue to block civilians’ access out of and into the
Syria Comes on Bottom of Quality of Life Index 29-06-2021 A report by the American magazine CEOWORLD gave its worst mark in terms of the quality of life to Syria, where war has been rotting the lives of its inhabitants for ten years now. Its capital, Damascus, is also considered
Palestinian Refugees Push for Reconstruction of Hindarat Camp 29-06-2021 Activists and civilians sheltered in Handarat Camp, in Aleppo, have been appealing to all concerned parties to work on reconstructing civilian homes and facilities that have been reduced to rubble all the way through Syria’s ten-year conflict. Left without
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Bread Shortage 29-06-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have sounded distress signals over the acute dearth in bread and the mistreatment they continue to face by local distributers. Civilians have reportedly been offended by a retired military
Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon’s Ein AlHilweh Camp Call for Int’l Protection 29-06-2021 Palestinian families sheltered in AlKifah School, in Ein AlHilweh refugee camp, south of Lebanon, have spoken out against the mistreatment and bullying they have been subjected to by a so-called “Tanous” from the Lebanese national forces. The residents said “Tanous”
Thousands of Palestinian Refugees Displaced from Aleppo Since Conflict Outbreak 29-06-2021 The number of youths migrating from AlNeirab and Hindarat camps for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, has soared. Recently, several refugee families have made their way from the area to Turkey, in an attempt to reach
Palestinian Refugee Children Haunted by Destruction in Yarmouk Camp 28-06-2021 Palestinian refugee children in Syria continue to walk past the debris of war everyday to reach their schools in nearby suburbs, enduring a scary journey that never ceases to remind them of the weight of displacement, hardship and the loss
Palestinian Academic Ahmad Jalil Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year 28-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Ahmad Diab Jalil, aged 30, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government lock-ups for the eighth year running. Ahmad, a student of Chemistry at Damascus University, was kidnapped by pro-government forces on June 25, 2013 at
Situation of Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Exacerbated by Scorching Temperature 28-06-2021 Hundreds of Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in displacement camps in northern Syria continue to struggle for survival as they have been deprived of much-needed items and vital services, particularly healthcare, at a time when the novel coronavirus continues to
UNRWA Pushes For Facilitating Return of Yarmouk’s Displaced Families 28-06-2021 UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations Amnya Michael Ebye said efforts have been ongoing to facilitate the return of displaced Palestinian families to the refugee camps of Yarmouk, in Damascus, and Ein Tel, in Aleppo. In a meeting with Palestinian Ambassador
Syrian Regime Attacks Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees 28-06-2021 An attack by the Syrian government forces targeted civilian houses in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria. Reporting from the area, an AGPS correspondent said Syrian forces deployed at checkpoints pitched around Deraa opened machinegun fire on houses
Palestinian Girl from Syria Garners High Scores in Germany 27-06-2021 Palestinian student Fatma AlZahraa Mohamed Hasan Ghaben, born in 1998, joined the Faculty of Biomedical Engineering, University of Dortmund, Germany, after she earned her high school certificate with an honor (15). Born to a Palestinian family from Haifa city, Fatma
UNRWA Establishes Aid Distribution Point at Jaramana Camp School 27-06-2021 UNRWA transferred food aid distribution to AlRama School, in Jaramana Camp. A UNRWA staffer told AGPS that the old center did not make part of premises owned by the Agency but was rather rented from another party. The residents denounced
New Residential Apartments Built for Displaced Palestinians North of Syria 27-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Mohamed Abdul Rahim, sheltered in AlBab city, in Aleppo’s outskirts, north of Syria, bought a land lot in order to build residential apartments to shelter dozens of displaced Palestinian families in northern Syria displacement camps. Local sources told
Palestinian Refugee Youths Fall Prey to Drug Consumption in War-Torn Syria 27-06-2021 Palestinian refugee youths continue to struggle with the devastating impact of the eleven-year warfare in Syria, amidst a deadly pandemic outbreak. Palestinian refugee youths (aged 12 – 30) make up nearly 30% of the Palestinians of Syria, estimated at 540
Deraa Camp Families Appeal for Information over Forcibly Disappeared Relatives in Syria 27-06-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, continue to urge the Syrian regime to release all prisoners and disclose the condition and whereabouts of victims of enforced disappearance and secret incarceration. As the novel coronavirus COVID-19 continues to
Swedish Authorities to Reconsider Asylum Application by Palestinian Family from Syria 26-06-2021 A Palestinian refugee called Salma said the Swedish Migration Department will reexamine her demand for humanitarian asylum which had been rejected some five years ago. Salma and her four children fled the ravaged Yarmouk Camp to Lebanon before they reached
Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees in Syria Gripped with Water Crisis 26-06-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in AlHamam neighborhood in Jaramana Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to launch distress calls over the water blackout, which has been ongoing for weeks due to damaged water pipes. Civilians have found no other way to secure
Vigil Held in AlMuZeireeb over Cordon Imposed on Deraa 26-06-2021 Dozens of Palestinians and Syrians sheltered in AlMuzeireeb town, in the southern Syrian province of Deraa, have joined a vigil held in protest of the blockade imposed by the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies around Deraa city, after
Palestinian Refugee Iyad Sweilam Forcibly Disappeared in Syria 26-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Iyad Farouk Sweilam has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the eighth consecutive year. Iyad was arrested on March 23, 2012 by Syrian security forces at his house in AlKabon, in Rif Dimashq.
Palestinian Families Urge Syrian Gov’t to Release Bodies of Torture Victims 26-06-2021 The families of Palestinian refugees tortured to death in Syrian government dungeons have renewed calls to the Syrian government to release their relatives’ bodies so as to bury them in known cemeteries. The families held the Palestinian factions and the
Palestinian Engineer Wahdan AlRawashdha Secretly Held in Syrian State Prison for 7th Year 25-06-2021 Palestinian engineer Wahdan Abdullah AlRawashdeh has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government prisons, where he has been locked up for over seven years running. Wahdan was kidnapped from his home in Jdeidat Artouz, in Rif Dimashq, on January
420 Members of PFLP-GC Pronounced Dead in Syria Conflict 25-06-2021 AGPS has documented the death of hundreds of members of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine – General Command (PFLP – GC) as they fought alongside the Syrian government forces across war-torn Syrian, mostly in Yarmouk Camp. Sometime
UNRWA Seeks Cooperation with Syrian Authorities 25-06-2021 UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations met with the Minister of Local Administration and Environment Husain Makhlouf. The meeting comes as part of ongoing attempts by UNRWA to boost cooperation with the Syrian government in order to enhance vital services for
Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Denounce Apathy by Palestinian Actors in Syria 25-06-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, have slammed the apathy maintained by Palestinian political factions regarding the dire humanitarian condition in the camp. In a poll conducted by AGPS, 77.3% of the respondents leveled heavy
Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees Cordoned Off by Syrian Regime 25-06-2021 Syrian security forces have tightened military grip around Deraa and its outskirts, south of Syria. Local sources told AGPS that all access roads to the city centre have been blocked except for the Sajneh road, where three military checkpoints have
UNRWA Delays Aid Delivery to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon 24-06-2021 UNRWA delayed transfer of the June cash grants to Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon. UNRWA’s Beirut Chief Nuha Hamoud said cash aid covering June and July will be transferred in July due to financial problems. Last month, UNRWA raised
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Bread Shortage 24-06-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have sounded distress signals over the acute dearth in bread. Hundreds of civilians continue to line up daily in long queues and under scorching heat outside of local ovens or
Syrian Authorities Ban Opening of Commercial Shops in Yarmouk Camp 24-06-2021 The Syrian authorities continue to ban shopkeepers in Yarmouk Camp from reopening their shops. Palestinian refugees told AGPS that Syrian security forces have prevented shopkeepers from unlocking their stores and groceries to sell food items in order to provide for
Palestinian Refugee Missing in Damascus 24-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Samir Mohamed Lafi, born in 1981, disappeared from AlSabina Camp, in Rif Dimashq, some ten days ago. His family continues to appeal for information over his condition and whereabouts.
AGPS: Over 630 Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Prisons 24-06-2021 AGPS has recorded the death of at least 631 Palestinian refugees under torture in Syrian government penitentiaries, among them minors and elderly people. Three victims were pronounced dead in early 2021. AGPS believes the number is far higher due to
10 Members of Palestinian Family Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime 23-06-2021 Ten members of a Palestinian refugee family have been secretly incarcerated in Syrian government jails since June 16, 2013. AGPS identified the family members as: Mahira Mahmoud Amayri (born in 1964), Hadeel Mahmoud Amayri (born in 1987), Aseel Mahmoud Amayri
Coronavirus-Related Death Reported in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees 23-06-2021 A Palestinian refugee succumbed to coronavirus on Tuesday in AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo. The victim is identified as Mohamed Mahmoud AlNatour, aged 72. A state of emergency had been declared a few months ago by medics in AlNeirab Camp for
Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Appeal for Anti-Coronavirus Vaccine 23-06-2021 Palestinian refugees in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, have called on the concerned authorities in Syria and UNRWA’s Health Department to provide elderly and sick people with anti-coronavirus vaccines. Confirmed coronavirus cases have been increasingly reported in Palestinian
Following Pressure by Palestinian Refugees, Spokesman Appointed in I’zaz City 23-06-2021 The opposition-run local council in northern Syrian has appointed a spokesman for Palestinian refugees in I’zaz city and its outskirts, north of Aleppo, in order to follow up on the refugees’ situation and broker their access to vital services, including
Dozens of Palestinian Refugees Displaced in/from Syria’s AlHusainiya Camp 23-06-2021 The warfare in Syria has left thousands of Palestinian refugees homeless and forced thousands more to flee displacement camps set up across the war-torn country to other destinations. Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, which had come under heavy shelling and sustained
Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Denounce Delay of UN Aid Delivery 22-06-2021 Displaced Palestinian refugees from Syria have denounced delays in the transfer of cash grants by UNRWA. The refugees said aid delivery has been delayed for the third time since the start of 2021. Cash grants are normally transferred between 15
Safety of Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Jeopardized by Motorbikes 22-06-2021 Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the uncontrolled use of motorcycles in the area, a phenomenon they said poses serious threats to the lives of their children. Several horrific accidents took place due to
Psychological Support Initiative Launched in Favor of Yarmouk Children 22-06-2021 AlAmana Foundation held psychological support sessions for a number of children displaced from Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. The association pledged that every child in the camp will benefit from the psychological assistance program. The warfare in
187 Palestinian Residents of Hums Camp Forcibly Disappeared in Syria 22-06-2021 AGPS has documented the secret incarceration of 187 Palestinian refugees, including 10 women, taking shelter in AlAyedeen Camp, in Hums, in Syria’s state run dungeons since the outburst of the bloody conflict. Field reporters believe the real numbers to be
Palestinian Refugees Raise Concerns over Forced Military Conscription South of Syria 22-06-2021 Scores of Palestinian refugees sheltered south of Syria have sounded distress signals over arbitrary manhunts and security sweeps by the Syrian regime which they said might be a prelude for forced military conscription. The refugees said security forces removed
UNRWA Staff in AlNeirab Camp Receive Vaccine Doses 21-06-2021 UNRWA clinic in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, started on Monday providing anti-coronavirus vaccines to staff members and their relatives aged 18 and above. Scores of staffers rejected the vaccine for fear of unexpected side effects.
UNRWA Director in Syria Meets with Damascus Governor 21-06-2021 UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations Michael Amanya met on Monday with Damascus Governor Adel Aleibi to discuss the humanitarian situation and assess efforts to secure humanitarian assistance to the most vulnerable families. AlAleibi said the Governorate has been doing its
Palestinian Refugees in Sehnya Town Facing Dire Conditions 21-06-2021 Some 1,500 Palestinian refugee families who fled southern Damascus to Sehnaya and AlAshrafiya, in Rif Dimashq, continue to struggle with abject living conditions. The first Palestinian exodus to the area saw the day in July 2012. In December, a
15 PLA Fighters Pronounced Dead following Break-Away from Pro-Gov’t Forces 21-06-2021 15 members of the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) were pronounced dead after they broke away from the battalion. Several others were tortured to death in Syrian government jails. The list includes Lieutenant Iyas Naimi, who died under shelling in Yarmouk
AGPS Calls for Immediate Release of Palestinian Prisoners from Syrian Jails 21-06-2021 As the novel coronavirus COVID-19 continues to grip the Middle East and the world, AGPS has called on the Syrian government to free all Palestinians and Syrians held behind prison bars. AGPS is deeply concerned over an unabated outbreak of
UN blacklists Syrian Government for Violations against Children 20-06-2021 On Friday, UN Secretary-General, António Guterres, included the Syrian Army on the blacklist of countries and groups violating the rights of children in conflict areas. In addition to Syrian government forces, the UN also blacklisted Myanmar army and Houthi
Sister of Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria Appeals for Information 20-06-2021 A Palestinian refugee has called upon the Syrian authorities and international human rights organizations to work on disclosing the condition and whereabouts of her brother Abdul Karim Jamal Abu Hashish, forcibly disappeared by the Syrian regime for the eighth year
Situation of Palestinian Refugees in T’Seil Town Exacerbated by Absence of UN Premises 20-06-2021 Palestinian refugees taking shelter in T’seil town, in the southern Syrian province of Daraa, continue to launch cries for help over the exacerbated humanitarian condition they have been enduring. The situation is made worse by the absence of UNRWA
Residents of Yarmouk Camp Long For Reconstruction Permits by Syrian Authorities 20-06-2021 UNRWA has expressed its readiness to reconstruct its destroyed premises in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. Palestinian Ambassador Samir AlRefai also said, during his meeting with UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations Michael Amanya, that the rubble-clearance committee
AGPS: Thousands of Palestinian Refugees Displaced in/from Syria 20-06-2021 In a report released on the International Refugees’ Day, marked annually on June 20, AGPS said thousands of Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have been displaced from their houses and refugee camps. Heavy shelling on the displacement camps of Yarmouk, Khan
Palestinian Refugee Abdul Muhaymen Hanawi Forcibly Disappeared in Syria 19-06-2021 Palestinian engineer Abdul Mouhaymen Hanawi has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government prisons, where he has been held for eight consecutive years. Abdul Muhaymen was arrested in late 2013 over terror allegations. Activists said he had been spotted
Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Lash Out at Syrian Authorities over Water Crisis 19-06-2021 Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have lashed out at the local municipality for increasing the price of water tanks of 1000 liters to 3,500 Syrian pounds and 20 liters of potable water to 300
57 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Drown on Migration Route since Conflict Outbreak 19-06-2021 AGPS data statistics indicate that 57 Palestinians from Syria, mostly women, children, and elderly refugees, drowned onboard the death boats to Europe, fleeing the tattered Syrian territories. A number of casualties breathed their last off the Libyan seashore on way
76% of Yarmouk Camp Residents Unable to Reconstruct Their Destroyed Houses 19-06-2021 A poll conducted by AGPS has revealed that 72% of Yarmouk Camp residents cannot reconstruct their destroyed houses and property. 23.1% said they need funds; Only 4.9% said they can carry out reconstruction works on their own. 79
Palestinian Refugee Reveals Details of Extra-Judicial Execution of His Child by Syrian Regime 19-06-2021 The father of the Palestinian infant Mohamed Udai Dhia Hamad, aged one year and two months, said his son was subjected to field execution by 16 pro-regime gunmen in Syria. According to the father, so-called “popular committees” affiliated with the
Palestinian Refugee Anwar AlBahri Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime for 9th Year 18-06-2021 Palestinian refugee Anwar AlBahri has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the 9th consecutive year. Anwar, born in 1977, was arrested on July 27, 2012 after Syrian security forces raided Deraa National Hospital.
Gaza Ministry Includes Palestinians from Syria in Aid Handouts 18-06-2021 The Follow-Up Committee of Palestinian refugees who returned from Syria to Gaza said the Social Development Ministry included the returnees on lists of food aid, Qatari grants, and other types of aid allotted to the ministry. This came in a
Water Crisis Ongoing in Khan Eshieh Camp 18-06-2021 Residents of Khan Eshieh camp have accused staff of the Water Company of favoritism and corruption, saying water supplies have been unevenly distributed across residential neighborhoods. Palestinian families taking refuge in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, said water has
Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Level Heavy Criticism at Damascus Governorate 18-06-2021 Merchants and families displaced from Yarmouk Camp slammed Damascus Governorate and the member of its executive office Samir AlJazaerli for hindering projects seeking to reconstruct ravaged houses and destroyed infrastructure. The residents warned of attempts by the Governorate to implement
UNRWA: Thousands of Palestinian Refugee Children Bear Brunt of War in Syria 18-06-2021 The psychological effects of the prolonged Syrian conflict have been devastating, especially for vulnerable Palestine refugee children, said the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA). The seven-year conflict in Syria has left
Surgery Unit Opened Up in Syria’s Jaffa Hospital 17-06-2021 Palestine’s Ambassador in Damascus Dr. Samir AlRefai inaugurated on Thursday June 17 the surgery unit at the newly-rehabilitated Jaffa Clinic. Located in AlMezzeh town, in Damascus, Jaffa Hospital was founded in 1970 to provide healthcare services to injured Palestinians.
Palestinian Refugees Denounce Bread Crisis in Khan Eshieh Camp 17-06-2021 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, have called on the Syrian authorities to control bread distribution in order to avoid overcrowding outside of local bakeries. The residents said military officers who show up in the area
Yarmouk Camp Residents Push for Urgent Reconstruction 17-06-2021 Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, who received permits to return to their houses and retrieve their property called on Damascus Governorate to remove debris from residential alleyways and greenlight reconstruction projects. Residents of Deir Yassin
15 Palestinian Refugees Coming from Europe, Neighboring Countries Arrested in Syria 17-06-2021 Over 15 Palestinian refugees were arrested by Syrian forces on their way back from neighboring countries and European destinations. The list includes 13 returnees from Lebanon. One refugee returned from Sweden and another from The Netherlands. On October 12, 2020
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Palestinian Refugees from Gaza, Jordan to Receive Subsidized Bread in Syria

UK Gov’t: Syria Unsafe for Refugee Returns

Displaced Families Called Upon to Submit Demands for Return to Yarmouk Camp

Palestinians of Syria Continue to Protest in Beirut over UNRWA Aid Cut

Palestinian Refugee Child Appointed Children’s Mayor in Netherlands

GAPAR Calls for Increasing Flour to Khan Eshieh Camp

Family Survives Fire in Hindarat Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Family Appeals for Information over Condition of Missing Palestinian Refugee in Poland

House Burned Down by Thieves in Yarmouk Camp

Telecommunications Crisis Exacerbated by Cables Theft in AlHusainiya Camp

UNRWA to Deliver Food Aid to Palestinian Refugees in War-Torn Syria

UNRWA Pledges to Find Solution to Cut Aid for PRS

Palestinian Refugees from Syria Rally Outside of UNRWA Office in Beirut

UNRWA Announces Additional Cash Aid for PRS in Lebanon

Residents of Yarmouk Camp Appeal for Vital Services

Yarmouk Camp in Syria Still Suffering from Heavy Toll of Regime Blockade

As Palestinian Refugees Appeal for Return to Ravaged Yarmouk Camp, Fatah Movement Commemorates 57th Anniversary

Palestinian Refugee Arrested on His Way Back from Germany

Palestinians from Syria Trapped on French Guiana Appeal for Humanitarian Action

Palestinian Refugee Families Suffering Abject Conditions in Qudsaya

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Appeal for UNRWA Winter Assistance

7 Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees Released from Syria Prisons

Cash-Stripped Palestinian Refugees in War-Torn Syria Lash Out at Fatah Delegation

Harassment against Schoolgirls Reported in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Bread Crisis

Syrian Authorities Greenlight Return to Yarmouk Camp

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Action

Food Baskets Distributed in Deraa Refugee Camp

Following Latest Decision to Cut Aid, UNRWA Distributes Cash Aid to Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon

Family Appeals for Information over Forcibly-Disappeared Relative in Syria

Palestinian Refugee in Sweden Creates Electronics Dictionary

Palestinian Refugees: Latest US Contribution to UNRWA Distrustful

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Displacement Camp Rally in Solidarity with Victims of Greece Boat Tragedy

Following Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees at Sea, AGPS Calls on European Court of Justice to Revise Family Reunion Law

Over 1,200 Palestinian and Syrian Refugees Killed in Ali AlWahsh Tragedy

Four Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Prisons in 2021

Webinar Underscores Situation of Displaced Palestinian Refugees from Syria in Jordan, Lebanon, and Gaza

Following Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees at Sea, AGPS Launches Solidarity Campaign

229 Migrants Rescued by Turkish Coast Guard

Civilians’ Life Threatened by Motorbike Riders in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp Call for Equitable Bread Distribution

US Pledges $99 Million to Palestine Refugee Agency

Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Denounce Poor Services

Applications for Return to Yarmouk Camp Resumed

Family of Missing Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Information

Following Death of Rawnd Alayedi, PRC Calls on Germany to Launch Immediate Probe

Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Action

Palestinians of Syria Deeply Alarmed by Death of 8 Palestinian Refugees in Greece Boat Tragedy

72 Palestinian Refugees Died at Sea since Outbreak of Syrian Conflict

Following Death of Palestinian Refugees, AGPS Urges EU to Reconsider Family Reunion Policy

Palestinian Refugee Girls Achieve Outstanding Results in Int’l Mental Math Competition

Palestinian Refugees in Deraa Point Finger at Gangsters Involved in Assassinations

Palestinians Rally Outside of UNRWA Offices in Lebanon

AGPS Appeals for Information about Condition of Forcibly-Disappeared Journalists in War-Torn Syria

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camps Lament Death of Palestinian Migrants off Greece

Palestinian Authority Criticized over Apathy Regarding Greece Boat Tragedy

Father of Victim of Greece Boat Tragedy Reveals Shocking Details

Palestinian Refugees Rally outside of UNRWA Office in Sidon

European Palestinian Youth Union Calls for Legal Protection of Palestinian Refugees

AGPS Reveals Details of Greece Tragic Boat Accident

AlRaml Camp in Latakia Left without Power for 5th Day

PLO Denounce UNRWA Decision to Cut Cash Aid

8 Palestinians from Syria Pronounced Dead as Boat Capsizes off Greece

Resident of Deraa Refugee Camp Wins Karate Championship

Japan Donates $28.95 Million Aid for Refugees in Syria

Palestinian Refugee Dies of Injured Inflicted by Blast in Syria Displacement Camp

Palestinian Families Appeal for Information about Missing Relatives off Greek Coasts

Child Psychological Support Event Held in Yarmouk Camp

Palestinian Refugees Denounce Manipulation of Aid Distribution in Deraa

Residents of Ramadan Camp Denied Access to Healthcare Services

4 Palestinian Refugee Doctors Forcibly Disappeared in War-Torn Syria

UNRWA Chief: Austerity Reached Its Limit

Humanitarian Situation in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Exacerbated by Power Blackout

Palestinian Refugee Missing in Rif Dimashq

Palestinians among Dozens of Migrants Pronounced Dead, Missing off Greek Coast

March Held in Khan Dannun Camp in Solidarity with Palestinian Detainees in Israeli Prisons

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment at UNRWA Clinic

Palestinian Family Reveal Secrets of Fatal Torture in Syrian Prisons