The crisis in Syria is entering its 9th year. And during that time the Syrian people suffer loss, fear and hunger. However, to what extent are there signs of recovery?
“It was 4 am. It felt like Judgement Day. We fled outside and saw thousands of people on the streets with just the clothes on their backs. So many buildings were totally destroyed and I saw tens of people under the rubble.”
The death toll in Turkiye and Syria passes 20,000 and the numbers are expected to rise.
Homes, hospitals, schools, mosques, and other infrastructure were also destroyed due to the tragedy.
More than 10,000 people in Turkey and Syria lost their homes. The cold weather and rain have made them more suffering.
The 7.8 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes on February 6, 2023 are the worst tragedy that hit Turkey and Syria.
Islamic Relief’s Response
Currently, Islamic Relief is on the ground to deliver emergency assistance such as medical supplies as well as mattresses, blankets, plastic sheets, food, and drinks.
The following assistance will continue to be delivered from time to time.
Islamic Relief has launched a RM103 million global appeal and has raised RM19 million to help those affected in both countries.
Islamic Relief has been operating in Syria since 2011 and in Turkey since 2012 by implementing various humanitarian aid projects involving the emergency sector, health, food, water, sanitation and hygiene, education, shelter, and sustainable livelihood.
As the situation deteriorates, we urgently need help to meet the immediate and ongoing needs of those who have been affected.
Please support our emergency response by donating through Turkiye-Syria Earthquake Appeal now!
