More than a million Syrian refugees have returned to Syria since the beginning of this year, which set a record from the mass excretion after the Syrian war in 2011.
Syria The number of Syrian refugees who has experienced a significant change in the humanitarian and political scene, and the number of Syrian refugees who has decided to return to their country after compulsory displacement for many years. This causes massive income Amidst confirm changes in the Syrian terrain, both Safety at International reconstruction efforts. However, the comparison of these incomes under the rule of Bashar al -Assad in previous years reveals serious differences in terms of motivations and circumstances.
According to statistics published by the United Nations High Commissioner (UNHCR), More than one million Syrian refugees They have returned to their homes since the beginning of this year, a record number that has not been registered since the Syrian war broke out in 2011.
2025: New signs of hope
The UN of Syria 1.2 million people Since December, they have returned to their appearance areas, including 885,000 internal displaced and 302,000 refugees in Syria The rule of Bashar al -Assad.
Agnur expects to return this year 3.5 million refugees and internal displacedAbdelma Ou La said “it underscore the need for emergency investments in favor of recovery and re -coordination.” “Some of the North, South and coast’s spotlights continue to be active, and they displace thousands of people and prevent access to help,” he added.
Basher to return to Assad: Between the insistence and the fear
The decision to return to Syria under the rule of Bashar al -Assad was very different. In the last years of war, the Syrian regime sought to marke the idea A “safe return” for refugeesBut often the allegations that used this slogan as a political tool had to be confronted. Many refugees who tried to return during this period They were arrested or forcibly recruited As for the military that caused common fear among the Syrians who lived abroad.
The reconstruction of the Assad regime was very low Strong security measures Against those who wanted to repair their homes in the destroyed areas, it increased the distrust between the refugees and the rule and caused a significant decrease in the number of returns.
International Stock and Reconstruction
One of the key points that classify the income Refugees in 2025 An active role The international community in support of the reconstruction process. After many years of political stagnation, diplomatic efforts were able to achieve international consensus as needed Providing humanitarian assistance And support Syrian economy.
In addition, countries that provide refugees Turkey, Lebanon and JordanThey have played an important role in making them easier. These countries have provided Economic offers And the social, professional training programs and temporary employment opportunities, have been severely damaged by long hosting refugees to alleviate the burden of their national economies.
The challenges of the future
In spite of obvious positive aspects, returning refugees continue to face important challenges Lack of hygiene and educational servicesThe Stability of unsafe areas And the higher rate Unemployment. There is also an urgent need for continuous international pressure to ensure that past abuse has not been repeated.
It is true that many Syrians are already choosing to return at the Syrian conference in Brussels on March 17, as the High Commissioner Philippo Grandi. We need to support them with information, documents, transport and small help. However, how to make the biggest and most urgent challenge Let this revenue be standard.
Philipo Grandy asked: “When people return to their communities, how can we ensure that there are basics? Housing, electricity, water, health, education, employment … in short: give them the opportunity Can create the future How do we guarantee their safety in their own country, for them and their families Respect for their rightsBecause without security, there is no chance.
The return of Syrian refugees in 2025 indicates an important step to the end One of the worst humanitarian crises of the 21st century. However, this income can only make real meaning if it is with it Comprehensive and fixed reforms that guarantee the rights In all Syrian citizens, regardless of their political or religious origin.
