U.S. announces $535 million aid for Syrians

USAID headquarters
USAID headquarters

QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – The United States (U.S.) announced on Thursday $535 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support Syrian people.  

The funding includes nearly $300 million through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and more than $235 million through the U.S. Department of State.

The funding was announced by U.S. Under Secretary for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Uzra Zeya on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly.

The funding will support people in Syria, and refugee and host populations throughout the region who continue to be affected by the ongoing crisis, the USAID said. 

“While only a negotiated political solution can fully end the suffering of the Syrian people, humanitarian assistance is vital to keeping civilians alive,” the USAID added.

“We urge other donors to join us in stepping up to fill the significant funding gaps and ensure partners can continue to meet the needs of the most vulnerable.”

By Jwan Shekaki