BUILD-UP ON THE EASTERN BORDER
On 23 June, a team of UNHCR border, protection and public health staff visited the eastern border where an estimated 1,750 Syrians are living in deplorable conditions.
The vast majority are women, children, the sick and the elderly living in makeshift shelters with limited access to food, water, sanitation and medical support. UNHCR is extremely concerned for the welfare of this population given the high seasonal temperatures and their remote location.
While UNHCR recognizes the legitimate security concerns of the authorities, it is also concerned that they be provided with the necessary care and attention granted to them under international law, whilst also noting the excess capacity to accommodate new arrivals at Azraq Camp.
Throughout June, the majority of refugees arriving to Jordan originated from Aleppo, rural Damascus, Dara’a and Raqqa, with UNHCR further identifying an increase in flows from Sweida, reflecting the worsening security situation in southern Syria.