Renewed Violence in Syria Threatens Fragile Path to Peace

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The latest surge of violence in Syria has once again thrown the country into uncertainty, with thousands of civilians caught in the crossfire. The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) has raised alarm over the intensifying hostilities, particularly in the coastal region, where reports indicate widespread displacement, civilian casualties, and communities trapped in their homes as fighting rages around them.

Federico Jachetti, the NRC’s Syria Country Office Director, underscored the urgent need for all parties involved in the conflict to uphold their fundamental obligations under international humanitarian law. The targeting of civilians, summary killings, and the destruction of critical infrastructure such as hospitals and essential services threaten to undo any sense of stability that Syrian families have clung to after years of war.

For over a decade, Syria has endured relentless conflict, forcing millions from their homes and leaving countless others in dire need of humanitarian aid. Even as certain regions experienced a fragile calm, the renewed escalation serves as a grim reminder that peace remains elusive. Civilians find themselves once again at the mercy of warring factions, with limited access to food, water, electricity, and medical care—basic necessities that remain out of reach for many.

The NRC continues to provide essential relief across Syria, but the organization stresses that humanitarian efforts alone cannot resolve the crisis. Without an immediate de-escalation of violence, the situation risks spiraling further, making it impossible for displaced families to return home or rebuild their lives. The NRC calls on all actors to allow civilians safe passage and ensure that aid reaches those in urgent need.

For the millions of Syrians who have endured more than a decade of conflict, this latest wave of violence is another devastating setback. Without accountability and a commitment to protecting civilian lives, Syria’s path to recovery will remain blocked by the same forces that have ravaged it for years. The international community must act to ensure that peace is not just a distant hope, but a tangible reality for the people of Syria.