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UN briefing says Syria faces acute humanitarian needs; temporary U.S. license welcomed but broader sanctions relief needed
Summary
A UN official told the Security Council that Syrians face urgent shortages of healthcare, water, electricity and housing, and that obstacles to return for IDPs and refugees remain high. The official welcomed a temporary U.S. general license but said more work on sanctions and designations will be necessary.
A senior United Nations official told the Security Council that humanitarian needs in Syria are acute and that obstacles to the return of internally displaced persons and refugees remain considerable.
The official said access to basic services including healthcare, water, electricity and housing "remain enormous…
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