Since the December collapse of Bashar Assad’s regime, approximately 850,000 Syrian refugees have made their way back home from neighboring nations, with numbers expected to hit 1 million in the coming weeks, according to a UN refugee agency official.
Deputy High Commissioner Kelly T. Clements emphasized the dynamic opportunities for resolving significant displacement issues as the interim central government gains control over substantial Syrian territories. Notably, 1.7 million internally displaced citizens have returned to their communities.
While some Syrians are eager to return, others remain cautious. During her visit, Clements observed large-scale movements at a border crossing with Lebanon, where Syrians utilize temporary permissions to exit. The region continues grappling with sectarian violence and displacement, but relief efforts persistently aim to stabilize affected areas.
(With inputs from agencies.)