In response to the recent developments in Syria, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) has been providing critical relief to thousands of displaced people now seeking safety in Tabqa and Raqqa, northeast Syria. The newly arrived displaced people are yet another time on the run, as many of them have endured displacement multiple times since the start of the Syrian crisis.
According to our assessment, the situation is miserable, and the needs are immense and growing rapidly. We distributed water, tents, blankets, mattresses, and infant formula packs to those in immediate need. In addition to providing these items, we’ve also carried out water and sanitation activities, including water trucking to the collective centers to ensure access to clean water. MSF teams have also been cleaning latrines in the makeshift shelters to improve sanitation and prevent the spread of disease. These essential supplies are vital to ensuring the health, comfort, and dignity of those who have been forced to flee their homes.