Gigantic UN appeal for Syria puts resources for other crises at risk

News June 25, 2013

The international humanitarian system is being tested as never before by the UN’s massive updated appeal for Syria. Traditional donors say they will not be able to to cover the costs.

Arriving by night. Syrian refugees head for Jordan
Photo: UNHCR / Jared J. Kohler

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