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AGPS: UNRWA Decision Prevents Palestinians of Syria from Right to Live with Dignity

AGPS media chief, Fayez Abu Eid, slammed the recent decision by UNRWA not to register Palestinian refugees from Syria who enter Lebanon after August 01. Abu Eid said the decision will have tragic consequences on vulnerable Palestinian refugees from Syria

80% of Palestinian of Syria Pronounced Dead in 2021 Civilians

AGPS data indicates that 85% of Palestinians of Syria pronounced dead in 2021 are civilians.  AGPS report documenting the situation of Palestinians of Syria in 2021 documented the death of 26 Palestinian refugees as a result of war-related incidents

60 Food-Poisoning Cases Reported in AlNeirab Camp

60 people sustained food-born intoxications on July 26 after they got food prepared at a restaurant.  The affected persons were transferred to specialized clinics in AlNeirab Camp. They are in a stable condition. An AGPS news correspondent said the

Netherlands Chasing Down Syria’s Pro-Regime Militiamen

The Dutch authorities issued a circular to all Syrians and Palestinians from Syria residing in the Netherlands to provide information about persons affiliated with Liwaa AlQuds militia, affiliated with the Syrian regime. The move comes as part of a criminal

Syrian Trading Institution Rehabilitated in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees

The Syrian Trading Company, run by the Ministry of Interior and Consumer Protection, has launched works to rehabilitate its sales hall on Palestine Street, in Yarmouk camp. The company will reopen its doors sometime soon. Food supplies will be sold

UNRWA Delays Cash Aid Delivery for PRS

UNRWA in Syria said it will be delaying aid delivery to Palestinian refugees until early August.  Sources close from UNRWA said the Agency has not received funds pledged by donor countries. According to an agreement between the UNRWA Commissioner-General

Palestinian Refugee Runs for Municipal Elections in Sweden

Palestinian refugee Zaher Hamid is competing in the Helsingborg municipality council in Sweden and the Skona regional council along with the Swedish Parliament (Nyans party), which advocates for refugee issues and the Palestinian cause. Zaher, was born in 1970 and

Palestinian Refugee Dies under Lebanon Trash Mounds

Palestinian Refugee Sa’id Ahmad Anis, aged 50, tragically died in a waste lab in the southern Lebanese city of Sidon. A statement by the Domestic Solid Waste Treatment Centre, located in the southern outskirts of Sidon, was clearing dust from

Palestinian Refugees Raise Concerns over New Reserve Duty Measures in Syria

The Syrian embassy in Lebanon said persons residing outside of Syria are exempted from reserve duty only if they pay a sum of 5,000 USD. Documents required from exemption applications include a passport, an identity card or an individual

Yarmouk Camp Residents Lash Out at UNRWA

Families displaced from Yarmouk and those who have returned to the camp have slammed Palestinian factions, the Palestine Liberation Organization, and UNRWA for dragging their feet regarding their appeals for urgent humanitarian assistance and reconstruction projects. Refugees said instead of

For 8th Year, UNRWA Schools in Aleppo Achieve Highest Success Rate

AlQuds and Titaba schools in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, scored a 100% pass rate. In the 2021/2022  school year, in Syria, UNRWA provided basic education from grades 1-9 to approximately 50,001 Palestine refugee students in 102 UNRWA schools

Palestinian Refugees Get Basic School Diploma with Honour

Palestinian refugee student Hala Muayad Hadid, displaced from Yarmouk Camp to Rif Dimashq, got the highest score as part of 9th grade exams across the Syrian Arab Republic. UNRWA schools across Syria have scored a 94.03% pass rate. 103

Palestine Envoy in Denmark Accused of Withholding Palestinian Passports

A number of Palestinian refugees from Syria in Denmark slammed the Palestine envoy for dragging its feet over their applications for Palestinian-Authority passports. A number of refugees said they submitted demands more than one year ago but have received no

Palestinian Refugees Denied Access to Syria

A circular published by the Land Operations Directorate in Syria called for banning the entry of Palestinian refugees to Syria unless a permit is issued by Branch 235 to that end. The ban does not include Palestinians with Syrian travel

Palestinians from Syria Say UNRWA Poll Lacks Transparency

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) leveled heavy criticism at UNRWA over a poll launched on July 15, saying it lacks credibility and transparency. A number of PRS said the poll does not include the refugees’ UNRWA card, mobile phone, and

Palestinian Girl from Syria Gets Highest Score at UNRWA Schools

Palestinian refugee from Syria Labiba Ahmad Salim obtained the highest score at UNRWA schools in Tripoli, north of Lebanon. She is also ranked the 7th in Lebanon. Labiba was displaced from Yarmouk Camp to Naher AlBared Camp, north of Lebanon

NGO: 1 million People Deprived of Bread in Northern Syria

The Syria Response Coordinators group said over 1 million people will be deprived of bread in northern Syria displacement camps due to the absence of UN aid. The absence of UN aid will also deprive 2 million people of food

Residents of AlHajar AlAswad Appeal for Reconstruction

Residents of AlHajar AlAswad neighborhood, south of Damascus, and Palestinian refugees who returned to the area have called on the concerned authorities to carry out reconstruction works in order to rehabilitate vital facilities, particularly the water network. The local mayor

42 Palestinians Arrested in 2021 in Syria

AGPS said in its recent annual report for 2021 that as many as 1,898 Palestinian refugees have been incarcerated in Syria prisons until the end of 2021, including 42 refugees who were arrested in 2021. The list also includes

AGPS New Annual Report Calls for Providing Humanitarian, Legal Protection to Palestinians of Syria

In its recent annual report covering the situation of Palestinians of Syria in 2021, AGPS gave nine instructions to alleviate the dire humanitarian condition endured by Palestinian refugees in the war-torn country. AGPS called for providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinian

Palestine Ambassador Shows Up in Yarmouk Camp Cemetery

Palestine Ambassador in Syria, Dr. Samir AlRefai’, paid a visit to AlShuhadaa Cemetery in Yarmouk Camp. The delegation included representatives of the Palestine Liberation Organization and of the Palestinian refugee community in Syria. Over recent years, activists have slammed the

Palestinian Refugee Families Struggling for Survival in AlHusainiya Refugee Camp

Multi-dimensional poverty has marred the lives of residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. Syria’s economic crisis has pushed most of its residents below the poverty line. As another Eid comes around, many of them find it

Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Mark Holy Eid with Deep Sorrow

As the holy Eid AlIdhha (Feast of Sacrifice) has been celebrated by Muslims across the globe, Palestinian refugees in northern Syria have been deprived of the joy ordinarily sparked by such an occasion. In a place where neither vital facilities

21 Palestinian Students from Syria Honoured in Mersin

The Turkish Association in Solidarity with Palestine (FIDAR) honoured 25 students, including 21 Palestinian refugees from Syria. This came in a ceremony held in Mersin on July 03 for Palestinian refugee students and schoolchildren aged between four and 24. FIDAR’s

Palestinian Refugee Student Obtains High School Diploma with Honour in Syria

Palestinian student Ahmed Ghasan Talab, from Deraa Camp, south of Syria, obtained the fifth rank as part of vocational-industrial high school exams in Deraa. Ahmed got a score of 3,498 out of 4,500. Dozens of Palestinian refugee students

8 Years since Regime Massacre against PLA in Syria

July 10, 2022 marks the tenth anniversary of a massacre perpetrated against the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) by unidentified perpetrators. On July 10, 2012, anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf

For 1st Time in 10 Years, Eid Prayers Held in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees held their Eid prayers at Abdul Kader AlHusaini Mosque for the first time in years. On August 10, 2021, the Syrian Ministry of Endowment okayed the reopening of Abdul Kader AlHusaini Mosque and

Palestinian Prisoners’ Children in Syria Appeal for Release of Their Relatives from Regime Prisons

Palestinian refugee children in Syria have been deprived of happy childhood memories due to protracted displacement, the loss of their parents, and/or the secret incarceration of their relatives in Syrian prisons. Farah, the daughter of a Palestinian prisoner in Syria

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Deprived of Eid Joy

Live photos circulated on social media show the streets of Palestinian refugee camps in Syria as being completely forsaken during the Eid days. Neither children nor women show up across residential neighborhoods. Speaking with AGPS, a refugee said, with tears

Water Pipeline Repaired in AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian Refugees in Hums

The Water Directorate repaired the main water line in AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, following complaints filed by the residents. Water has been cut off in the camp since last Tuesday. Palestinians taking shelter in AlAyedeen Camp in

WHO: Coping Mechanisms of Syria Healthcare System Severely Damaged by Conflict

The World Health Organization (WHO) said humanitarian needs in Syria are at their highest since the start of the conflict. WHO said it has been working with the different warring parties to provide life-saving support in Syria. The organization said

UK Newspaper: Western Countries Misled by Security Reports in Syria

The Arab daily in Britain said Western countries, including Sweden, Denmark, and Germany, have been duped by reports about stability and calm in Damascus. The newspaper said such standpoints cite the sporadic ceasefire and dwindling military operations along with the

Palestinian Refugee Students in Syria Obtain High School Diplomas with Honors

Palestinian refugee students have obtained the highest scores as part of their high school exams across Syria. The list includes Palestinian girl Hana Wafik Mohamed, born and raised in AlHusainiya Camp, who garnered the highest score in AlQuneitra province. 

UN: Syria Warring Parties Do Not Care about Civilian Lives

The United Nations said more than 300,000 Syrian citizens have died in the last ten years of the war that is still ravaging the country. The conflict, which started in 2011, is nowhere close to an end. In an

Anti-Drug Awareness Event Held by Palestinian Red Crescent in Yalda

The Zaytouna clinics run by the Palestinian Red Crescent in Yalda town, in Rif Dimashq, held an anti-drug awareness event. Held in cooperation with the United Nations Fund, the drive aimed to raise awareness about the psychophysical hazards of drug

Residents of AlHusainiya Refugee Camp Slam Bus Drivers

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have lashed out at bus drivers who have been manipulating ticket prices. The majority of minibus drivers refuse to give civilians lifts to and back from distant locations following the

AGPS Issues 2021 Annual Field Report about Palestinians of Syria

AGPS has issued the Arabic version of its annual field report for 2021 documenting the situation of Palestinian refugees in/from war-torn Syria (PRS). Entitled “Palestinians of Syria: Between Hope and Despair”, the 288-page report underscores the calamitous situation of Palestinian

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp Slam Local Governor

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the mistreatment and apathy of the newly-appointed chief. The chief has reportedly cracked down on civilians and slapped complicated red tape that fails to take into consideration

Vulnerable Palestinian Families in Deraa Launch Distress Signals

Residents of Deraa Camp have appealed to expatriates to raise funds for vulnerable families in the area. UN data indicates that Deraa refugee camp is located inside Deraa City, in southern Syria. Palestinian refugees came to the Deraa area in

UNRWA Re-Opens Clinic in Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees

The health centre run by the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, has gone operative following reconstruction works. The residents acclaimed the move, saying the sick and elderly will be able

Activists Slam Greece for Pushing Back Migrants

Protestors from human rights organizations descended on the Greek island of Lesbos on Saturday to oppose the deadly pushbacks of migrants trying to reach Europe. The demonstrators expressed their frustration with the Greek coast guard and the EU border protection

Palestinian Refugee Wins Hairdressing Contest in Netherlands

Palestinian refugee Husain AlSheikh Khaled won the first prize in the Skills Heroes hairdressing competition held in The Netherlands. Husain managed to snatch a seat at the Dutch national team, which will enable him to take part in international competitions

Free Medical Days Held in Latakia Refugee Camp

AlQuds Charity announced the launch of a medical drive in AlRaml Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Latakia. Free medical care will be provided to the refugees at the office of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) on Wednesday

Drug Trafficking Increasing in Palestinian Refugee Camps in Syria

Reports of drug consumption and trafficking have increasingly emerged in displacement camps for Palestinian refugees across war-torn Syria. Recently, residents of Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said young men have been caught consuming and selling drug

PRS in Lebanon Call for Urgent Humanitarian Action by UN Agency

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon have called on UNRWA to take urgent action regarding their abject humanitarian condition in displacement camps across the Lebanese territories. PRS have appealed to the UN Agency to transfer cash grants of 100

Palestinian Refugee Child Wins Mental Math Competition

Palestinian refugee Majd Mohamed Abu Abed won the first place in an arithmetic contest held in Deraa, south of Syria. Nine-year-old Majd, born and raised in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, has qualified for the finals in

Palestinian Refugees in AlNeirab Camp Denounce Manipulation of Power Generators

Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, denounced the dishonesty and corrupt practices of operators of power generators in the camp. A woman said she caught sight of an owner of a power

Displaced Palestinian Families Denounce Attempts to Block Their Return to Yarmouk Camp

Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, have denounced ongoing attempts to block their access to their homes and property in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus. Eye-witnesses said members of the AlNour community, wearing special dresses, have

Father of Palestinian Victim Seen in Al-Tadamon Massacre Footage Urges UNHRC to Bring Criminals to Justice

On behalf of the Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) and the Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) in London, the father of Palestinian refugee Waseem Seyam, who was identified in a recent footage of the victims of a Damascus massacre

Weddings Marred by Arbitrary Gunshooting in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of AlHusaniya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, strongly condemned the uncontrolled possession of weapons by pro-government gunmen. In a letter emailed to AGPS, a resident of AlHusainiya said militias have been unleashing barrages of gunfire during celebrations

Palestinians of Syria Lash Out at UNRWA

Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have leveled heavy criticism at UNRWA over its reluctance regarding their cries for help. “We’ve been receiving no more than 20 USD from UNRWA every three or four months in a country where most of us

Member of Pro-Regime Militia Asks for 100 Million Pounds to Release Detained Palestinians

Mohamed AlSa’eed, chief commander of Liwaa AlQuds armed group, affiliated with the Syrian regime, ordered the family of a member of the group who has been detained since June to pay a sum of 100 Syrian pounds in order to

AGPS Submitted 20 Documents to UNHRC to Push for Release of Palestinian Prisoners in Syria

Over recent years, AGPS has submitted at least 20 documents at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) about the dire situation of Palestinian refugees in war-torn Syria, including those who have been subjected to enforced disappearance in prison. The

Syrian Red Crescent Distributes Food Baskets in Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees

The Syrian Red Crescent distributed food boxes to Palestinian families in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria. Over 700 Palestinian families sheltered in the camp benefited from the humanitarian drive. All the way through Syria’s eleven-year conflict, residents

Insect-Staffed Bread Sold in AlNeirab Camp for Palestine Refugees

Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, continue to denounce the poor-quality bread sold in the area, saying worms and insects have been spotted inside bread loafs. In live photos circulated on social media network Facebook, insects and

Palestinian Refugees Slam Apathy of Political Factions

Families displaced from Yarmouk and those who have remained in the camp have slammed Palestinian factions, including the Palestine Liberation Organization, for dragging their feet regarding their appeals for urgent humanitarian assistance and reconstruction projects. Refugees said instead of paying

UNRWA Says It Faces $100m Funding Shortage for 2022

The UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) is entering a “danger zone” due to a $100 million budget shortage for 2022, according to the agency’s spokesperson. UNRWA Spokesperson Tamara Al Rifai told The

Mobile Network Inoperative in AlNeirab Refugee Camp

Palestinian refugees sheltered AlNeirab Camp, in the northern Syria province of Aleppo, said the telecommunications network has gone out of operation. The situation has been exacerbated by the chronic power blackout. The residents called on the concerned authorities to install

Palestinian Refugees Call for Urgent Humanitarian Assistance by UNRWA

Activists have called on UNRWA to deliver much-needed cash aid to Palestinian refugees in Syria before the holy Eid of Sacrifice. The activists also called on UNRWA to transfer cash grants of no less than 50 USD every month rather

Families Call For Implementation of 2004 Master Plan in Yarmouk Camp

Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, have called on the Syrian authorities to implement the 2004 master plan approved in 2013 regarding damaged buildings. Civilians and activists have appealed to Damascus Governorate to hand them reconstruction

Deputy U.S. Representative to UN: Only a Few Hundred Prisoners Released in Syrian Regime Amnesty

Deputy U.S. Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Richard Mills has called for further information on the Assad regime’s April 30 amnesty decree, saying the regime has only released a few hundred prisoners – a small fraction of those

Palestinian Families in AlSayeda Zeinab Appeal for Garbage Clearance

Civilians taking shelter in Syria’s AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo, have voiced deep concern over the health hazards inflicted by the trash mounds piled up across residential alleyways and the standing wastewater flooding the main access roads. The

Khan Eshieh Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis

A transportation crisis has been rocking Khan Eshieh camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, where workers and students continue to face serious difficulties getting to their workplaces and schools. The residents said buses do not show up on time

Family of Forcibly-Disappeared Palestinian Refugee Ali Sa’id Appeals for Information

Palestinian refugee Ali Ahmed Sai’d has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the 9th consecutive year. Ali was arrested in September 2012 in Ein Terma area, in Rif Dimashq.  

Palestinian Refugee Arrested by Turkish Police

Palestinian refugee Husain Mohamed Aboud was arrested by Turkish police after he failed to obtain the “kimlik” temporary protection card. Some five days earlier, Husain turned in a young man to police after he found out that he was abusing

Civilians in Deraa Appeal to Syrian Regime to Backtrack on Military Escalation

CSOs, activists, and civilians have called on the international community to stop the military escalation on Deraa and lift the blockade slapped on the area since June 24, 2021. In a joint statement, a number of CSOs denounced the military

Palestinian Refugee Student Ranked on Top of List in Baccalaureate Exams

Palestinian student Omar Samer Dakour has earned the second highest score in Baccalaureate exams (scientific branch). Omar, born in 2003 in Aleppo, obtained a score of 239/240. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success stories, despite the

Vulnerable Palestinian Refugees Lash Out at Relief Institutions in Lebanon

Palestinian refugees have slammed a number of relief institutions in Lebanon for collecting data on the refugees in order to garner more funds, saying neither in-kind items nor cash aid has been provided to the refugees, particularly those displaced from

Palestinian Refugee Arrested in Turkey

Palestinian refugee Tareq Kasem was arrested by Turkish police in Esenyurt city, in Istanbul after he failed to obtain the temporary protection card known as “kimlik”. Tareq who was displaced from Syria’s Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, has

Following Escalation by Syria Regime, Tension Running High in Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Missiles and artillery shelled by the Syrian regime on Deraa province, south of Syria, slammed into the outskirts of the city’s Palestinian refugee camp, resulting in panic and simmering tension.  In an unprecedented development in Syria’s decade-long war, Deraa

Residents of Jaramana Camp Denounce Health Risks of Garbage Burning

Civilians taking shelter in Syria’s Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, raised concerns over the health hazards inflicted by garbage burning across residential alleyways. The residents said local authorities have been burning trash across residential neighborhoods instead of

Power-Maintenance Initiative Launched in AlNeirab Camp

Permits were granted to operate the power generators and provide fuel at the industrial price in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. Electricity generators will go operative from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. starting Wednesday.  Civilians

Father of Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Urgent Treatment

Palestinian refugee from Syria Khalil Abu AlAlaa has appealed to the Palestinian ambassador in Lebanon to help him get a visa to Turkey so as to be able to visit his cancer-stricken son Muadh. A few months earlier, Muadh, previously

Syrian Gov’t Forces Attack Deraa Camp

The Syrian government forces in Deraa breached an agreement reached on Monday to lift the blockade on the area. An AGPS news correspondent said mortar shells slammed into residential neighborhoods in Deraa at the same time as a number of

Turkey Rescues 288 Migrants Pushed Back from Greece

Between July 17 and July 22, Turkish Coast Guard units in the Aegean Izmir province rescued 388 asylum seekers illegally pushed back to Turkey’s territorial waters by Greek forces, authorities said on Tuesday. According to Anadolu news agency, a total

Palestinian Refugee Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime for 8th Year

The family of Palestinian refugee Mohamed Issa AlHourani reiterated their appeals to the international human rights institutions to work on disclosing the whereabouts and condition of their son who has been locked up in Syrian state jails for the eighth

AlNeirab Camp Left Without Power for 2nd Day

Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo, north of Syria, said power has been cut off for over two days. Speaking with AGPS on condition of anonymity, a worker at the thermal power station in Aleppo said the

Palestinian Refugees Denounce Mistreatment by BEMO Bank Staff

Palestinian refugees in displacement camps in Aleppo, north of Syria, have railed against the mistreatment they have faced by Bemo Bank staff. Refugees who received transaction codes of their cash grants provided by the UN Relief and Works Agency for

Syrian Regime Violates Deal to Lift Blockade on Deraa

The Syrian government forces in Deraa reportedly breached an agreement reached on Monday to lift the blockade on the area. An AGPS news correspondent said mortar shells slammed into residential neighborhoods in Deraa at the same time as a number

Trash Mounds Piled Up in Syria’s Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of Khan Eshieh refugee camp denounced the accumulation of trash piles on Khan Eshieh’s access roads and outside of UNRWA school.  Palestinian refugees said the phenomenon poses serious health threats and puts their children’s hygiene at risk. Residents

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Price Leap

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have been overburdened by the poor quality and exorbitant prices of ice packs. An ice pack is sold at 1,000 Syrian pounds, in an area where poverty rates have

36 Palestinian Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Secretly Held in Syrian Prisons

AGPS has kept record of the secret detention of 36 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Syria’s AlSayeda Zeinab Camp from March 2011 until July 26, 2021. According to AGPS statistics, five Palestinians who had sought refuge in the camp were fatally

Blockade on Deraa Totally Lifted

The Central Committee in Deraa city, south of Syria, reached on Monday an agreement with the Syrian government to lift the noose tightened around the area and backtrack on any projected military escalation. Reporting from the area, an AGPS correspondent

Palestinian Refugees Suffering Food Insecurity, Instability in Northern Syria Displacement Camps

Palestinian refugees sheltered in Idlib, AlMuhammadiya Camp, and Deir Ballout Camp, in northern Syria have been enduring a tragic situation due to food insecurity and high poverty rates. Most of them have been crammed in poorly-equipped tents and denied their

Palestinian Refugee Families Celebrate Eid in Turkey

Palestinian refugee families sheltered in Ankara exchanged Eid greetings, as part of a gathering held by the Turkish Association to Support Palestine (FIDAR) and the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad. Similar gatherings were held in Gaziantep and Nizip, southeast of

Stray Dogs Sway AlSabina Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, have raised concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp. The refugees have appealed to the concerned authorities and NGOs

UNRWA Committee in Syria Submits Demands to Philippe Lazzarini

The committee of UNRWA staffers in Syria handed over a memorandum to the Agency’s Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini. The committee demanded that daily contracts and LDCs be turned into fixed contracts, allowing voluntary early retirement, and revising the salary scale of

Syrian Regime Lifts Blockade on Deraa

The Central Committee in Deraa city, south of Syria, has reached an agreement with the Syrian government to lift the noose tightened around the area. As part of the deal, a number of residents and former opposition forces will lay

Palestinian Refugee Samir Mohamed Forcibly Disappeared in Syria

Palestinian refugee Samir Kasem Mohamed, born in 1985, has been secretly locked up in Syrian government prisons for ten years running. Samir was kidnapped on November 11, 2011 near AlHamed Mall, in Daraa. His condition and whereabouts have been shrouded

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Facing Squalid Conditions

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon are grappling with increased hardship and vulnerability, due to long-term displacement and difficult socio-economic conditions. The recent political instability in the country, coupled with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic, has made survival

Palestinian Refugee Missing for over 10 Days

Palestinian refugee Walid Husain Husain has gone missing for over 10 days. Walid, born in 1977, disappeared from Deraa, south of Syria. His condition and whereabouts could not be identified.  

Dozens of Families Flee Blockaded Deraa Camp

Dozens of Palestinian refugee families sheltered in Deraa Camp, south of Syria, have fled the area for fear of deadly escalations by the Syrian regime forces and their Russian allies. A couple of days earlier, the Syrian regime attacked Deraa

CSOs Visit Displaced Palestinian Families in Istanbul

Representatives of FIDAR and the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad paid visits to displaced Palestinian families sheltered in Eselner district, in the Turkish metropolitan city of Istanbul. The move makes part of a solidarity campaign launched in favor of vulnerable

Palestinian Refugee Child Missing in Damascus

Palestinian child Bakr Adnan Suleiman Khalayfa, aged 12, has gone missing from AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. Bakr left his family house early morning on Friday.    

Water Crisis Ongoing in Khan Eshieh Camp

Palestinian families taking refuge in Khan Eshieh camp, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been cut off across residential neighborhoods for several days. The residents have warned of the repercussions of the water crisis on their children’s health condition in

Gangsters Burglarize AlNeirab School

AlNeirab School, located in AlNeirab camp for Palestinian refugees, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, was burglarized by anonymous thieves on Monday. The stolen items include 2,000 fuel liters and computers, among others. The school director reached out

Syrian Regime Targets Blockaded Deraa with Anti-Aircraft Guns

The Syrian regime has attacked Deraa AlBalad, south of Syria, with anti-aircraft guns, forcing dozens of families out of their homes and shelters. Syrian regime troops have been deployed at checkpoints pitched around Deraa city, including around the city’s Palestinian

Wreath Laying Ceremony Held in Khan Eshieh Refugee Camp

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp, in Rif Dimashq, and representatives of Palestinian factions in Syria laid a wreath at the martyrs site. Flours were offered to pay tribute to Palestinians killed in war-torn Syria. A number of Palestinian refugees sheltered

Food Aid Distributed to Palestinian Refugee Families in Syria

NGOs and relief institutions handed over meat portions to Palestinian refugees across war-ravaged Syria. The Palestine Commission for Relief and Development in partnership with the Islamic Organization for Relief of Orphans and Poor People handed over meat to 15,000

Palestinian Expatriates Support Palestinians in War-Torn Syria

Palestinian refugees living and/or working in the diaspora continue to provide humanitarian assistance to Palestinians sheltered in war-ravaged Syria. Recently, a number of Palestinian refugees abroad raised funds to help provide meat to residents of AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo. At

Talal Naji Appointed as Secretary-General of PFLP-GC

Talal Naji was elected as the new Secretary-General of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine – General Command (PFLP—GC), replacing Ahmad Jibril, who died on July 7 in Damascus. Talal Naji was born in 1946 in Nazareth. He

Yarmouk Camp Residents Denied Access to Local Cemetery

Residents of Yarmouk Camp continue to denounce the movement crackdowns at checkpoints run by Russian forces. Civilians have reportedly been denied access to the local cemetery to pray for their deceased relatives. Eye-witnesses told AGPS that checkpoints run by the

Palestinian Refugee Pronounced Dead Following Medical Neglect in Lebanon

Palestinian refugee Hani Saad AlDeen died in AlBadawi refugee camp, north of Lebanon, after he failed to pay treatment fees of up to 200,000 USD. Hani was in need of an urgent lung transplant to replace his failing lungs

Palestinian Refugees Launch Distress Signals from Jordan Displacement Camp

Palestinian families from Syria taking shelter in AlHadiqa refugee camp, in Ar-Ramtha city, situated in the far northwest of Jordan, continue to call on the international humanitarian institutions, UNRWA, and the Palestinian Authority to take urgent action in response to

UNRWA Opens Up Vacancies in Syria

UNRWA is seeking an analyst programmer, a project associate, a psychosocial counselor, technical instructors, an engineer, a trade instructor, and an electrician for its Syria office. The Agency invites applications through inspira.un.org. The deadline is July 31, 2021

UNRWA Chief in Syria Meets With Damascus Governor

Director of UNRWA operations in Syria Amanya Michael Ibye met with Damascus governor on July 14 during a visit paid to Deraa, south of Syria. Amanya updated the governor on UNRWA’s plans to rehabilitate its destroyed premises in Deraa Camp

Resident of Deraa Camp Missing for 5th Day

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Issa Falaha, born in 1984, has gone missing since July 15 after he left Deraa Camp, south of Syria. His family continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts. 333 Palestinian refugees from Syria, including

Palestinian Refugees in/from Syria Deprived of Eid Joy

Thousands of Palestinians from Syria have spent the holy occasion of Eid AlAdhha (Feast of Sacrifice) away from their homes and families. Happy childhood memories for Palestinian children from Syria have ended when one or both of their parents were

Palestinian Refugee Rami Ismail Wins Syria Bodybuilding Championship

Palestinian refugee Rami Haytham Ismail, born in 2004 and raised in Jaramana Camp, in Rif Dimashq, won the bodybuilding championship in the Syrian republic (65 kilograms) held in Damascus.  Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from Syria have achieved success

Eid Project Launched by Women in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria

Palestinian women in AlNeirab camp, north of Syria, launched a small project to make cakes at cheap prices.   The five-day initiative was held at Shams Centre for Women Empowerment run by the Palestinian Red Crescent Organization. 15 women who

700 Palestinian Refugee Families Return to Yarmouk Camp

Secretary-General of the of the Palestinian Popular Struggle Front Khaled Abdul Majid said some 700 families have returned to Yarmouk Camp so far. He added that several measures have been taken to protect civilians’ property. Families should submit property ownership

Palestinian Refugee Families Facing Squalid Conditions in Khan Dannun Camp

Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in Khan Dannun camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the poor infrastructure and absence of vital facilities in the area. Water supplies have been repeatedly cut off across residential neighborhoods in Khan Dannun

Palestinian Refugees Denounce Security Mayhem in Ein AlHilweh Camp

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. Palestinian refugees in Ein AlHilweh displacement camps continue to voice

Residents of Jaramana Camp Appeal for Repair of Water Network

Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been cut off for four days. Civilians have found no other way to secure potable water than to buy water supplies for privately-owned tanks at a price

Palestinian Refugee Families in Northern Syria Displacement Camps Denounce Water Contamination

Displaced Palestinian families in AlMuhammadiya and Deir Ballout camps, north of Syria, expressed concerns that water tanks would be contaminated after a small fish was spotted in one of the tanks. Thousands of displaced Palestinians and Syrians who live below

Deraa Secondary School Achieves 100% Success Rate

The Kafr Kana School in Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, achieved a success rate of 100% in 9th grade national exams.     

UNRWA to Deliver Its 2021 Emergency Cash Grants for Palestinian Refugees

UNRWA in Syria will be delivering the second batch of its emergency cash aid for 2021 as of July 25. UNRWA said the sum covers four months. Every vulnerable refugee registered with the Agency will receive 140,000 Syrian pounds

After Being Tortured by Syrian Regime…Palestinian Refugee Suffers Memory Loss

Palestinian refugee Jihad Abu Abboud has been spotted in Damascus streets after he completely lost his memory. In a photo circulated on social media, the man looked totally lost, with a pale face and semi-closed eyes that conveyed a sense

3 Year Pass By since Palestinian Photojournalist Niraz Sa’id Died Under Torture in Syrian Prisons

Palestinian photographer Niraz Sa’id, from Yarmouk Camp, died one year ago under torture in Syrian government jails, where he had been detained for three years. Niraz Sa’id was kidnapped on October 2, 2015 by Syrian government forces and dragged to

US Announces Additional Support for Palestine Refugees

The United States announced on Saturday that it is contributing an additional US$135.8 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).  In April, the U.S. government restored its

Palestinian Refugees in Jordan Appeal for Cash Aid

Palestinian refugees who fled war-torn Syria to Jordan continue to launch distress signals over their dire humanitarian situation after they lost their livelihoods and have been denied access to the local labour market. Speaking with AGPS, Palestinian refugee Ahmed Saleh

UNRWA Chief: Palestine Refugees in Syria Remain Resilient despite Years of Endless Hardships, Displacement

UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini visited Syria from 4-9 July 2021, meeting with Palestine refugees, UNRWA staff and senior government officials. During his visit, the Commissioner-General met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, Dr. Faysal Miqdad, the Deputy Minister

Deraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees Blockaded by Syrian Regime for 3rd Week

The Bashar Assad regime in Syria continues to seize the overcrowded Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Deraa province, south of Syria, for over three weeks to prevent access of basic human materials. Last week, the regime forces blocked the

Reconstruction Works Launched in Jaramana, AlSayeda Zeinab Refugee Camps

A maintenance project has been launched by a CSO in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, to repair the submersible pump of the water tank that feeds about half of the population in the area. Maintenance staffers have

Residents of AlNeirab Camp Urge UNRWA to Transfer Monthly Gants

CSOs in AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, called on UNRWA to deliver cash aid to the eligible families on a monthly basis. In written demands, the residents urged GAPAR and UNRWA to work on resuming delivery of food aid every month

Palestinian Refugees in Hindarat Camp Receive Reconstruction Pledges

Representatives of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) paid a visit to Handarat Camp, north of Syria. GAPAR chief Ali Mustafa promised to work on advancing the rehabilitation the camp and reconstructing destroyed premises. He said, however, in

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Denounce Aid Distribution Policy

Palestinian refugees from Syria denounced cash aid delivery through Lebanon Post, saying several mistakes have occurred. The cash-stripped refugees also said distribution offices are so distant from their houses and shelters, adding that they have been made to line up

Vocational Training Centre Opened Up for Palestinian Refugees in Istanbul

The Turkish Association for Solidarity with Palestine (FIDAR) in cooperation with the Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad opened up a vocational training centre for Palestinian refugees in Esenyrut, in the Turkish metropolitan city of Istanbul. The centre will provide practical

National Solidarity Campaign Launched in Yarmouk Camp

The Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad launched on Thursday July 15 the National Solidarity Campaign II to support Palestinian refugees in camps and shelters set up in foreign countries.  The campaign has just seen the day in Yarmouk Camp

Clinic to Be Established in Northern Syria Displacement Camps

The health department chief in northern Syria said a clinic will be established in the near future to provide much-needed healthcare services for displaced families sheltered in Deir Ballout and AlMuhamamdiya camps, north of Syria. The official added that an

96% of Students from AlNeirab and Handarat Refugee Camps Succeed in 9th Grade Exams

Over 96% of Palestinian refugee students from AlNeirab and Handarat camps, north of Syria, made it in the 9th grade national exams.

89.9% of Palestine Refugee Students in Syria Pass Secondary School Exam

UNRWA in Syria said 89.9% of the 4,535 students registered with the Agency in Syria passed their exams while other schools in the war-torn country got a success rate of 76.23%. UNRWA’s Director of Syria Operations Michael

Palestinian Child Garners High Scores at Syria Secondary Schools

Palestinian student Akram Mohamed Othman got a score of 3100/3100 as part of 9th grade exams in Syria. The results were announced on July 14. Akram’s parents are natives of the occupied Palestinian city of Haifa. He was born in

Palestinian Refugees in Rif Dimashq Appeal for Vital Services

Palestinian refugees sheltered in Rif Dimashq’s southern suburbs have called for urgent action regarding their squalid humanitarian condition and the absence of vital services. The residents’ appeals to increase power and water supplies to the camp have gone unheeded by

AlAyedeen Camp in Hums Gripped with Power/Water Outage

Residents of AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Hums, continue to rail against the frequent power and water blackouts in the area. Civilians and merchants said food items have been spoiled as a result of the power outage. At the

Palestinian Refugee Families Struggling for Survival in Northern Syria Displacement Camps

Syrian and Palestinian refugees sheltered in the displacement camps of AlMuhammadiya and Deir Ballout, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, continue to grapple with squalid conditions due to the absence of vital services, particularly healthcare. At a time when

Cash-Stripped Palestinian Refugees Overburdened by Exorbitant House Rents in Lebanon

Displaced Palestinian refugees have voiced deep concern over the increase in house rents in Syria. A number of house owners asked them to pay rents in USD. Several refugee families have abandoned their rented houses after they failed to pay

Khan Eshieh Camp for Palestinian Refugees Subjected to Negligence by Syrian Authorities

Residents of Khan Eshieh Camp have denounced the apathy maintained by the local municipality regarding their appeals for enhancing vital services. Palestinian refugee families taking shelter on the outskirts of the camp denounced the poor hygiene and absence of garbage-clearance

Residents of AlHusainiya Refugee Camp Grappling with Transportation Crisis

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to denounce exorbitant prices of public transportation following the latest surge in subsidized fuel prices. The majority of bus drivers refuse to give civilians lifts to and back from distant locations following

Palestinian Refugees Denounce Price Leap in Syria Displacement Camp

Residents of AlNeirab Camp, in Aleppo, said prices have skyrocketed at the local market, where vital products have been sold at exorbitant costs. Reporting from the camp, an AGPS correspondent said prices of fuel and bread have seen an increase

Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Level Heavy Criticism at Damascus Governorate

Displaced Palestinian families wishing to return to their homes in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, continue to denounce the complicated red tape slapped by the Syrian authorities. Speaking with AGPS on condition of anonymity, a resident said regime officers continue

Cleansing Campaign Launched in AlSayeda Zeinab Camp

Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, embarked on an initiative to clean the local cemeteries. All the way through the ten-year Syrian conflict, Palestinians taking refuge in AlSayeda Zeinab camp have been grappling with dire

Rehabilitation of Water Network Ongoing in Yarmouk Camp

Efforts have been in progress by the Damascus Water Company to rehabilitate water installations in Yarmouk Camp and the adjacent neighborhood of Al-Hajar Al-Aswad, south of Damascus. The Ministry of Financial Resources in Syria said maintenance works will be kept

Syrian Regime Blocks Civilians’ Access to Food Aid in Deraa

The Bashar Assad regime in Syria continues to seize a neighborhood of 40,000 residents in the center of Daraa province in the south for over a couple of weeks to prevent access of basic human materials. On Sunday, the

UNRWA Transfers Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

UNRWA in Lebanon has begun delivery of cash grants covering the months of June and July to the Palestinians of Syria through Liban Post. Every registered family will receive a sum of 200 USD for the two months. The aid

Palestinian Refugee Family in Jordan Unable to Return to Syria due to Exorbitant Fines

The Jordanian authorities have banned a Palestinian family from returning to Syria after they failed to pay a fine of 4,600 Jordanian dinars (2,500 USD). Palestinian refugees who illegally entered Jordan holding Syrian travel documents are required by

Red Crescent Opens Up Vocational Training Centre in Damascus

Director-General of the Palestinian Red Crescent, Dr. Atef Ibrahim, in cooperation with the Danish Red Cross, inaugurated a vocational training centre in Yalda town, in Rif Dimashq. The move aims at providing practical training to young Palestine refugees in a

GAPAR Chief Shows Up in AlNeirab Camp

Director of the General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR), Ali Mustafa, paid a visit to AlNeirab Camp in Aleppo on Saturday, August 10. GAPAR chief toured the camp and took note of the refugees’ demands and aspirations. The residents

Humanitarian Situation in AlNeirab Camp Exacerbated by Transportation Crisis

Residents of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo continue to launch cries for help over the transportation crisis, saying workers and students have had difficulties getting to their workplaces and universities. The residents continue to speak out against the

Palestinian Refugee Launches Hydrogen Heating System

Palestinian inventor Iyad Muhammad Zahran, who holds two patents in hydrogen generation, announced the launch of the world’s first green hydrogen heating system, in cooperation with the National Center for Energy Research. This came during the second session of the

50 Palestinian Families Receive Cash Aid in Damascus

Muhjat AlQuds Foundation distributed cash aid to 50 vulnerable Palestinian families in Damascus.  The concerned families received a sum of 100,000 Syrian pounds each. Ten years after demonstrations started in Syria, the majority of Palestinian refugees sheltered in

Palestinian Refugees in Greek Camp Denounce Insect Propagation

Palestinian refugees and other migrants have been deeply concerned about their fate in the Greek camp of Moria, where they have been subjected to medical neglect and poor hygiene. Recently, MWH volunteers disinfected the camp to help curtail the propagation

Palestinian Nurse Mohamed Bakr Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Bakr, a former nurse at the Palestine Hospital in Damascus, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons since 2013. Mohamed, aged 40, is the father of two kids. AGPS has documented the secret detention of 1

9 Years since Massacre against PLA

On July 10, 2012, anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf, near Idlib, to AlNeirab Camp in Aleppo. The captives were killed one month later. The Syrian government held the opposition

Humanitarian Situation Exacerbated by Blockade in Deraa Camp

Assad regime forces have been blockading the crowded neighborhood of Deraa AlBalad and Deraa Camp, in southern Syria for over a couple of weeks. As a result the humanitarian situation has taken a turn for the worse. Civilians have had

AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian Refugees Gripped with Dire Conditions

Residents of AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian refugees, southeast of Syria, continue to launch cries for help over the socio-economic crises they have been enduring as a result of poverty, unemployment, the acute dearth in vital items, including fuel, and the

Palestinian Refugees Facing Squalid Conditions in Syria’s Tel Shehab

A number of displaced Palestinian families taking shelter in Tal Shehab, in Daraa’s western outskirts, continue to denounce the price hike and dire socio-economic conditions in the area. Located 17 kilometers away from Daraa’s western corners and adjacent to the

UNRWA to Transfer Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

UNRWA said it will deliver cash grants to Palestinian refugees from Syria for the months of June and July 2021 as of Monday, July 12. Every registered family will receive a sum of 200 USD and15 USD as a food

UNRWA Commissioner-General Briefed about Situation of Palestinian Refugees in Syria

Syria’s Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Faysal Mikdad, on Wednesday received Commissioner-General of the United Nations’ Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) Philippe Lazzarini. Mikdad affirmed that the Syrian government will to provide facilities and

Palestinian Refugees in Egypt Denounce Negligence by UNRWA, Palestine Embassy

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Egypt continue to rail against the apathy maintained by UNRWA and the Palestine Embassy regarding their appeals for humanitarian, legal, and socio-economic protection. A number of refugees said URNWA continues to turn its back

Palestinian Refugee Rashid Achour Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 8th Year

Palestinian refugee Rashid Ashour has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the eighth consecutive year.  He was arrested on March 18, 2013 near the Lebanese-Syrian borders and transferred to Palestine Branch in Damascus.  AGPS has documented

Palestinian Refugees in Syria’s T’Seil Town Appeal for Healthcare Services

Palestinian refugees taking shelter in T’seil town, in the southern Syrian province of Daraa, continue to launch cries for help over the exacerbated humanitarian condition and the absence of healthcare services. No clinics are operative in the area. Some two

Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab Camp Grappling with Water/Power Outages

Residents of AlSayeda Zeinab camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, said water has been repeatedly cut off in the area due to breakdowns in the main water pumps as a result of the power blackout.  The residents said

UNRWA Provides Overview of Its Mission in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees

UNRWA in Syria said it has began providing some basic services to returned Yarmouk residents since September 2020.  In an effort to offer services to particularly vulnerable persons in Yarmouk, UNRWA has worked closely with the General Authority for

Palestinian Students Achieve Excellent Results at Syria High Schools

A number of Palestinian students obtained their high school diplomas in Syria with honors. Tala Mahmoud Khalaf, from Yarmouk Camp, has earned the highest score (2900/2900); Kusay Mahmoud Abdullah, also from Yarmouk Camp got the highest score at the Literature

Ceremony Held in Aleppo to Honour Palestinian Teachers

The General Union for Palestinian Teachers, in partnership with Fatah Movement, honored a batch of Palestinian instructors in Aleppo. The list includes geography teacher Fakher Samara, philosophy teacher Mahmoud Hadeiri, and English teacher Rehaf Adawi.  

Humanitarian Situation Exacerbated by Water Dearth in AlHusainiya Camp

Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families sheltered in AlHusainiya refugee camp continue to launch cries for help over the chronic water outage. The refugees lashed out at the concerned authorities over their apathy regarding the acute dearth in drinking water, saying

Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Facing Dire Conditions

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon are grappling with increased hardship and vulnerability, due to long-term displacement and difficult socio-economic conditions, coupled with the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic. According to UNRWA, 87% of PRS live in poverty in

Yarmouk’s Displaced Families Lash Out at Damascus Governorate

Families displaced from Yarmouk Camp continue to slam the apathy maintained by Damascus Governorate regarding their appeals for reconstruction works and rubble clearance. Engineer Mohamed Salman, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, said the Governorate continues to drag its feet over

PFLP-GC Mourns Death of Secretary-General

The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General Command (PFLP-GC) mourned the death of its secretary-general Ahmed Jibril, who was pronounced dead on August 7 at a Damascus hospital. The PFLP-GC was one of the main guerrilla groups fighting against

AGPS Addresses UNHRC over Palestinian Refugee Threatened with Deportation from Denmark

The Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) and the Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) have sounded the alarm over the situation of Rehab Kasem, a Palestinian-born refugee in Denmark who faces the risk of being forcibly deported to Syria after

UNRWA Delegation Inspects Vital Premises in Syria

A UNRWA delegation toured its installations in Syria. Head of UNRWA’s Staff updated the administration on underway efforts to boost the Agency’s services for Palestine refugees. The delegation also paid a visit to a UNRWA food distribution center and a

Kindergarten to Be Rehabilitated in Yarmouk Camp

Volunteers in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, have joined efforts to rehabilitate the Return Kindergarten, west of the camp, pending a permit by the Syrian authorities to reopen the facility. Mounds of debris continue to be spotted everywhere

Civilians Raise Concerns over Unexploded Ordnance in Yarmouk Camp

Landmines, explosive remnants of war and improvised explosive devices (IEDs), which are particularly unpredictable and difficult to detect, continue to put millions of people, including Palestine refugees, at risk in Syria. Civilians in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees continue to

Child Abduction Attempt Reported in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Three anonymous persons attempted to kidnap a child called Mohamed AlMesri from Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The assailants dragged the boy to their car before he jumped out. He was transferred to a hospital to be

Mother of Forcibly Disappeared Palestinian Refugee in Syria Launches Cry for Help

The mother of the Palestinian refugee Nassim Ziad Abu Dheis appealed, in a letter handed over to AGPS, to the international human rights institutions, namely Amnesty International, to take urgent action so as to unearth the fate of her son

Palestinian Refugees with Special Needs Obtain Photography Certificates

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) held a graduation ceremony at its headquarters in Damascus for a batch of people with special needs who completed a training course in photography. The course

Palestinian Refugees Raise Concerns over Uncontrolled Arms-Possession in AlBadawi Camp

Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families sheltered in AlBadawi Camp, in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli, have launched cries for help over the security mayhem rocking the area due to the uncontrolled circulation of weapons. Last week, a Syrian woman

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Earn Livelihoods from Garbage Picking

Scores of Palestinian children and adults in AlHusainiya refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, have turned to waste picking as a way to provide for their cash-stripped families. Waste pickers are seen every day touring the streets to collect trash and

Number of Palestinian Refugees Fleeing War-Torn Syria on the Rise

The number of Palestinian youths migrating from displacement camps across war-torn Syria has soared. Recently, several refugee families have made their way from their camps to Turkey, in an attempt to reach Greek seashores, before getting to safety to a

AGPS: 42 Residents of Deraa Camp Secretly Held behind Syrian Prisons

AGPS has documented the secret detention of 42 Palestinian refugees sheltered in Daraa Camp, south of Syria, from March 2011 until mid-October 2020. Three Palestinian residents of Daraa Camp were also tortured to death in Syrian state jails, where a

Palestinian Refugees Struggling for Survival on Greek Island

Palestinian refugees seeking shelter in migrant tents set up on the Greek island of Chios have been struggling with dire conditions. Palestinian refugees said they have failed to secure potable water and food items in the camp. Several migrants sustained

98 Palestinian Residents of AlNeirab Camp Forcibly Disappeared by Syrian Regime

AGPS has documented the secret detention of 98 Palestinian refugees living in AlNeirab camp, in Aleppo, north of Syria. A number of Palestinians who had sought refuge in the camp were also fatally tortured in Syria’s government prisons. AGPS has

Mounds of Debris Block Civilians’ Access to Yarmouk Camp

Mounds of debris continue to be spotted everywhere across the ravaged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, blocking civilians’ access to their homes and property. Some three years ago, precisely on April 19, 2018, Syrian regime forces and their Russian allies

Lazzarini: Palestinian Refugees in Syria Living on One Meal

UNRWA’s Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini warned that in Syria, 10 years of conflict have left the country and its Palestine refugee community shattered.  “Many Palestine refugees in Syria report living on one meal a day”, Lazzarini told the Virtual Advisory Commission. “Over

Syrian Regime Closes Off Humanitarian Corridor to Deraa Camp

Assad regime forces have been blockading a crowded neighborhood Ghorz area, east of Deraa, in southern Syria, with roadblocks. The blockaded thoroughfare is the main corridor through which food items and medicines are passed on to Deraa city. The regime

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Displacement Camps Endure Security Threats

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to launch cries for help over the precarious legal status and lack of protection they have been subjected to in the Lebanese territories. The vast majority of Palestinians from Syria are grappling with

Residents of Handarat Camp Appeal for Urgent Humanitarian Assistance

Palestinian refugees sheltered in Handarat Camp, in the northern Syrian province of Aleppo, have been denied access to vital services and humanitarian aid. Palestinian refugees have been grappling with dire conditions in the area due to the lack of humanitarian

Liwaa AlQuds Commander Denies Being Arrested

Chief Commander of Liwaa AlQuds squad, affiliated with the Syrian regime, denied he had been arrested by Syrian security forces in Aleppo. Mohamed AlSai’d said he is in good health, accusing pro-ISIS media of propagating rumors after they were beaten

Palestinian Families Flee Blockaded Deraa Camp as Humanitarian Situation Gets Worse

A number of Palestinian families fled Deraa Camp for Palestinian refugees and AlSadd neighborhood as the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies have tightened military grip around the area. At least seven families walked out of the camp so

UNRWA Pledges Transfer of Cash Aid for Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon in USD

UNRWA pledged to transfer cash grants for Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon in USD and in batches (every couple of months). Cash grants covering June and July will be shelled out in the first week of July wile August’s

Power Crisis Exacerbated by Cable Theft in AlHusainiya Camp

Power cables have reportedly been stolen from the alleyways of AlHusainiya refugee camp, where civilians’ life has already been marred by the frequent power blackouts. Local sources told AGPS that power cables have been stolen by thieves. Others attributed the

Palestinian Refugee Ahmad Salam Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Ahmad Saad AlDeen Salam has been secretly held in Syrian government jails since 2014. Ahmed, born in 1989, was kidnapped on January 5, 2014 from Ali AlWahsh street, in Hjeira town, south of Damascus, as he attempted to

PLA Arrestees in Syria Released

A number of conscripts affiliated with the pro-regime Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) in Syria were released from the Sednaya military prison following a presidential amnesty issued in May. Since Syria’s conflict began in 2011, Assad has issued similar amnesties, the

Mass Rallies Held in Syria to Urge Syrian Regime to Lift Blockade on Deraa

Dozens of Palestinian refugees took to the streets of Deraa city, south of Syria, as they called on the Syrian security forces and their Russian allies to lift the tough cordon imposed around the area. The Syrian security forces continue

EU Asylum Applications Drop due to COVID

The European Union's asylum agency said that the number of people seeking international protection in Europe hit its lowest level last year since 2013, but that the drop was due mostly to coronavirus travel restrictions. The European Asylum Support

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Gas Dearth

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees denounced delays in transfer of cooking gas through the smart card used by the Syrian government to ration a wide range of subsidized goods, namely fuel, rice, tea, and sugar.  Civilians said

UNRWA Renews Contract with Red Crescent Hospital

UNRWA has officially reached an agreement with a Red Crescent Hospital in Aleppo in an attempt to contribute to improving hospitalisation services to Palestine refugee north of Aleppo. Recently, UNRWA in Syria renewed its contracts with Faour Clinic, AlSahbaa, Martini

Palestinians from Syria Rally Outside of UNRWA Office

Palestinian refugees from Syria rallied on Thursday July 1 outside of the UNRWA offices in Ein AlHilweh Camp, Central AlBekaa, and AlBadawi Camp, protesting delays in UNRWA aid delivery.  The refugees called on UNRWA to transfer their cash grants

Stranded Palestinian Refugee in Greece Appeals

Palestinian refugee Abdul Rahman Ahmed Badwan, born in 1995 and raised in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, has appealed to the international human rights institutions and Palestinian Authority to pressurize the Greek authorities to release him from prison. Abdul Rahman said Greek

Displaced Palestinian Families Receive Meat Aid

The Palestinians of Syria Commission for Relief and Development said thousands of displaced Palestinian and Syrian families sheltered in northern Syria will be receiving meat as part of donations made by charities and Palestinians living abroad. Over 600 Palestinian families

France Supports UNRWA with 20 Million Euros

The Government of France has disbursed EUR 6 million contribution to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) this July, bringing its total contribution for 2020 to EUR 20 million. UNRWA said

Palestinians in Syria Displacement Camp Left with Bread for 3rd Day

A number of Palestinian families sheltered in Khan Eshieh refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, said they have been striving to fetch bread loaves as the sole bakery in the area has gone out of operation for the third day running

Displaced Palestinian Families Enduring Squalid Conditions in Lebanon

Association 302 for Defense of Refugee Rights said eight Palestinian families displaced from Syria have been enduring a squalid humanitarian condition in AlRahman shelter in Lebanon’s central AlBekaa region. Association 302 met with a ten-member family sheltered in a canvas

Syrian Regime Prevents Civilians from Visiting Yarmouk Camp Cemetery

A number of Yarmouk residents told AGPS that Syrian security forces prevented them from reaching the old cemetery in the camp to visit their relatives’ tombs during Eid AlAdha. Syrian security forces deployed at a checkpoint pitched near the main

Palestinian Camps in Syria Deprived of Eid Festivity

Photos circulated on social media networks show Palestinian refugee camps as being evacuated. The majority of Palestinian families have fled their houses and shelters for fear of being killed in the bloody shootouts. A Palestinian refugee from Yarmouk Camp said

Displaced Palestinian Families in Northern Syria Spend Eid in Dire Conditions

Hundreds of Palestinian and Syrian families who have been forcibly deported to northern Syria have been grappling with an abject humanitarian situation as most of them have been taking cover in underequipped tents and denied access to vital facilities and

On Holy Eid, Palestinian Refugees Enduring Squalid Conditions in Syria

As the holy Eid AlAdha (festival of sacrifice) has been celebrated by Muslims across the globe, Palestinian refugees in war-torn Syria have been deprived of the joy ordinarily sparked by such an occasion. In a place where vital facilities and

AGPS Calls on Palestinian Families to Report Cases of Enforced Disappearance, Torture in Syria

AGPS calls on Palestinian families to register the names of their relatives who have been detained, missing, or killed in war-torn Syria on the group’s official website. Families wishing to report any authentic pieces of information regarding a missing, detained

1,458 Palestinian Residents of Yarmouk Camp Killed in Syrian Warfare

1,458 Palestinians sheltered in Yarmouk camp were killed in the raging Syrian warfare, 496 among whom died in unabated shelling on the camp while the blockade and medical neglect took away the lives of 208 Palestinian refugees. 237 refugees

Palestinians from Syria in Denmark Facing Ambivalent Fate

Some 2,200 Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) who have reached Denmark from 2012 to 2020 have been facing a precarious condition in the Nordic country. 90% of PRS in the country are refugees who fled Yarmouk Camp. 10% are

Palestinian Refugees Call for Increase of UNRWA Aid

UNRWA provides assistance to over 438,000 registered Palestinian refugees in Syria. Some 13,500 others remain in hard-to-reach or inaccessible zones in northern Syria. The assistance includes cash and in-kind items. Throughout the conflict, the Agency endeavored to protect

Fears Mount as Dozens of Palestinian Refugees in Syria Contract Coronavirus

An AGPS reporter said dozens of confirmed coronavirus cases have been recorded among the Palestinian refugee community in Syria, including a couple living in Berzeh town and a four-member family living in Rukn AlDeen neighborhood, in Damascus. The list of

Palestinian mother and Her 2 Daughters Forcibly Disappeared in Syrian Prisons for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Fidaa Atiyeh Ajaj and her daughters Aya Mohamed Khalil and Israa Mohamed Khalil have been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the seventh consecutive year. Sometime earlier, an ex-detainee released from Syrian lock-ups said that the woman

UNRWA Advisory Commission Warns of “Worst Scenario” in Palestinian Displacement Camps due to COVID-19 Outbreak

Representatives of Arab states hosting Palestinian refugees have warned of the “worst scenarios” in Palestinian refugee camps in their fight against the coronavirus pandemic, at a time when hundreds of cases have been reported in those camps. This came in

Palestinians from Syria Hold Vigil Outside of Swedish Embassy in Beirut

Dozens of Palestinian refugees from Syria rallied outside of the Swedish embassy in Beirut to push for humanitarian asylum in the Nordic kingdom. The refugees lifted banners saying they cannot return to their destroyed homes in Syria, urging Sweden to

Calls Launched for International Drive to Cancel Yarmouk’s New Reconstruction Plan

Palestinian activists have called on the international community and concerned legal bodies to pressurize the Syrian government to withdraw the new plan issued by Damascus Governorate to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus. Lawyers and human rights activists

56 Palestinian Residents of AlSabina Camp Secretly Held in Syrian Gov’t Jails

56 Palestinians taking refuge in AlSabina Camp, among them two women, have been enduring mysterious fates in Syria’s state dungeons. AGPS kept record of the death of 620 Palestinian refugees under torture in Syrian government penitentiaries. AGPS has documented the

Palestinian Refugees with Special Needs Facing High Marginalization in Syria

Displaced Palestinian refugees with special needs have been gripped with dire conditions in camps and shelters across the Syrian territories. The situation of dozens of children with disabilities has gone far worse after they lost their parents in the bloody

Suspected COVID-19 Infections Reported in Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria

Six suspected cases of novel coronavirus have been recorded in AlNeirab camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. The suspected cases have been home-quarantined and kept under observation to curtail a propagation of the lethal disease in the displacement camp. An

Activists Warn Yarmouk Residents against Attempts to Turn Their Property into Bargaining Chips

Activists have called on the residents of Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, to stand on guard to all attempts to force them to forfeit their houses and property at low prices. The activists have warned against attempts by crooked real estate

AGPS Issues Report about Yarmouk’s New Reconstruction Plan

A recent report issued by AGPS under the title “Yarmouk Camp: What’s Behind the New Reconstruction Plan” has spotlighted the projected impact of the new master plan issued by Damascus Governorate on June 06, 2020 to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp. The

Palestinian Refugee Wins Aleppo Bodybuilding Championship

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Abu Khaled has won the first place in the bodybuilding championship (2nd division) held at AlHamdaniya sports hall in Aleppo. 18 contestants (70 kgm) showed up at the competition. Mohamed, from AlNeirab camp, in Aleppo, had won

Turkey Rescues 929 Asylum Seekers in Aegean

The Turkish Coast Guard rescued more than 900 asylum seekers in the recent month who were pushed back by the Greek Coast Guard into Turkish territorial waters in the Aegean. Asylum seekers were seeking to cross to Europe with rubber

Palestinian Refugees Facing Ambivalent Fate in Greece

Palestinian refugees and other migrants have been subjected to a dire humanitarian situation in migrant camps and other substandard facilities set up in Greece, most of them vastly overcrowded, unhygienic and violence-prone. Over recent months, Greece’s refugee camps have been

Palestinian Actor Contracts Coronavirus in Syria

Palestinian actor Ahmed Rafe’ has contracted coronavirus in Syria, a source inside Assad University Hospital in Damascus revealed. Ahmed’s son, Nour, said his father tested positive for coronavirus which he contracted ten days ago. He is currently held at the

Pro-Gov’t Battalion in Syria Involved in Illicit Drug Trafficking in Palestinian Refugee Camp

Members of Liwaa AlQuds armed group, affiliated with the Syrian regime, has been accused of running a network for drug trafficking in AlNeirab displacement camp and adjacent areas, informed sources told AGPS. Speaking to AGPS on condition of anonymity, the

Psychological Support Courses Held in Syria Displacement Camp

A training session in psychological support was held in AlSayeda Zeinab camp for Palestinian refugees in order to train up individuals on the skills needed to provide psychological support to vulnerable and war-affected groups. The courses saw the day in

Palestinian Refugee and His 2 Sons Secretly Detained in Syrian Prisons for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Kheir Suleiman and his sons, Nayef and Ahmed, have been enduring mysterious fates in Syrian penitentiaries for seven years running. The father and his two sons were kidnapped by Syria’s pro-government militias and their war-partners at Yarmouk

Palestinian Refugee Child Moved Up to Next Grade at German School

Five-year-old Palestinian child from Syria Tareq Abdul Mu’ti was moved up to the 1st grade after he successfully passed an IQ test in a German kindergarten.  Tareq’s family said he started to show signs of intelligence at the age

Residents of Daraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees Facing Abject Poverty

Palestinian refugees sheltered in Deraa camp have been enduring squalid humanitarian conditions due to abject poverty and the absence of vital services. Families seeking refuge in the area have been unable to provide for themselves and their children as a

Palestinian Refugee Accused of Involvement in War Crimes in Yarmouk Camp

A Palestinian refugee currently living in Berlin has been accused of committing human rights violations in Yarmouk Camp. According to Zaman AlWasl newspaper, Palestinian refugee Mofeq AlDaouah, a military commander at the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine General

Palestinian Girl Rudeina Khattab Secretly Held in Syrian State Prison for 8th Year

Palestinian refugee Rudeina Muhammad Khattab, aged 29 and sheltered in Latakia, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons since 2012. Activists urged the international human rights institutions, particularly UNRWA and the Palestine Embassy in Damascus, to work on disclosing

Washington Pushes for UN Action to Release Syria Prisoners

Washington has called for the immediate release of civilian prisoners from Assad’s jails and has requested for the UN to “double its efforts” to secure their release, Political Coordinator of the US Mission to the United Nations (UN) Rodney Hunter

Syrian Embassy in Lebanon Opens Up Applications for Exemption from Military Reserve

The Syrian Embassy in Lebanon has issued on its official Facebook page new instructions regarding exemptions from military reserve services for Syrians in Lebanon and their dependents.  The embassy called on concerned persons to bring their passports, ID documents

Situation of Displaced Palestinian Families in Northern Syria Exacerbated by High Temperatures

Hundreds of Palestinian refugee families taking shelter in displacement camps in northern Syria continue to struggle for survival as they have been deprived of much-needed items and vital services, particularly healthcare, at a time when the novel coronavirus continues to

Palestinians among Several “Quota Refugees” Received in Sweden

The Swedish Migration Agency has given greenlight for the entry of quota refugees coming from Turkey, Lebanon, Jordan and for holders of Syrian and Palestinian travel documents, among other nationalities. Quota refugees or resettlement refugees are usually people who are

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed AlMarkaten Held in Syrian Dungeons Since 2013

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Salem Ali AlMarkaten, in his 60s, has been incarcerated in Syrian government prisons for the sixth year running. Mohamed was kidnapped by the government forces on his way out of Yarmouk Camp and was dragged to an

School Drop-Out Rates Getting Higher in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Palestinian families taking shelter in AlNeirab Camp continue to denounce the dramatic nosedive in their children’s access to education. An AGPS reporter said that high school dropouts have been reported among school boys, several of whom left their academic institutions

Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees Grappling with Abject Conditions

Residents of Jaramana Camp have launched cries for help over the dire socio-economic conditions and simmering security turmoil rocking the area.  High unemployment rates, poor infrastructure, steep rental fees, and chronic water crisis have made survival difficult for the

Palestinian Official: Political Decision Needed to Save Yarmouk Camp

Secretary-General of the Palestinian Popular Struggle Front (PPSF) Khaled Abdul Majid said the reconstruction plan proposed by Damascus Governorate has failed to taken into account the historical and political significance of the camp, which stands as a witness to the

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Daouah Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Ahmed Awad Daouah has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the seventh consecutive year. Ahmed was arrested by Syrian security forces on October 07, 2013 at a checkpoint in Yarmouk Camp. AGPS has documented the secret

Austria Signs Agreements for EUR 7.7 Million to Support Palestine Refugees

The Government of Austria signed on Monday a multi-year agreement (MYA) for 2020-2022 amounting to a total of EUR 5.7 million with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA).  This

Palestinian Resistance Faction Calls for Reconstruction of Yarmouk Camp

Media chief of Hamas resistance movement abroad, Refat Merah, has stressed the need to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, and allowing civilians to return to their houses. The Palestinian leader reiterated Palestinians’ firm rejection of all attempts to alter the

Palestinians from Syria in Egypt Denounce Mistreatment by UNRWA Staff

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Egypt continue to rail against the apathy maintained by UNRWA and the Palestine Embassy regarding their appeals for humanitarian, legal, and socio-economic protection. A number of refugees said URNWA continues to turn its back

Palestinian Refugee Appeals for Urgent Treatment in Turkey

Palestinian refugee Firas Abdul Kader, currently taking shelter in the Turkish city of Izmir, said he has been denied admission into Turkish hospitals after he failed to receive the temporary protection card “kimlik”. Speaking with AGPS, Firas said he entered

Palestinian Refugee Omar Hejazi Held in Syrian Gov’t Jail for 8th Year

Palestinian refugee Omar Yakoob Hejazi, born in 1975, has been secretly locked up in Syrian government prisons for eight years running. Hejazi, a resident of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, was kidnapped by Syrian government troops on the Lebanese-Syrian borders

UN Body Pushes for Investigation into Migrant Pushbacks by Greek Police

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has recently slammed the Greek authorities for forcibly pushing back asylum-seekers, including Palestinians and Syrians, to the Turkish waters. The UN body has urged Greece to launch a probe into such multiple

Palestinian Refugee Goes Missing in Syria Displacement Camp

Palestinian refugee Husain Ali Kabalawi, aged 17, disappeared on Sunday from a displacement camp in war-torn Syria. The family said the condition and whereabouts of Husain, a resident of Jaramana camp for Palestinian refugees, remain unknown, raising concerns that he

Palestinian Refugees Facing Dire Humanitarian Condition in Syria’s Qaboun Neighborhood

More than nine years into the Syrian conflict, Palestinian refugees taking shelter in Qaboun neighborhood in Damascus continue to struggle with an ambivalent fate.  The area has been severely damaged by the bloody shootouts and heavy shelling. Scores of

Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Denounce Frequent Power Blackouts

Residents of Khan Dannun Camp, in Rif Dimashq, have denounced the ongoing electricity blackout across residential alleyways and buildings.  The residents urged UNRWA and the concerned authorities to take the necessary measures in order to rehabilitate the power network

Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad: Yarmouk’s New Organizational Plan Jeopardizes Right of Return

The Popular Conference for Palestinians Abroad (PalAbroad) has lashed out at the new plan set forth by Damascus Governorate to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp. PalAbroad said the new plan is a threat to the Palestinian refugee community’s right of return to

Coronavirus Cases Reported in Khan Eshieh Camp

Activists in Khan Eshieh refugee camp have called for urgent action following reports of confirmed coronavirus cases among the camp residents. A number of residents who contracted the virus have refused to reveal their names over bullying concerns. Over recent

Palestinian Refugee Community in Syria Concerned over Coronavirus Outbreak

A state of panic has overwhelmed the Palestinian refugee community taking shelter in war-torn Syria following reports of increased coronavirus cases in and around Damascus. State-run media outlets in Syria said Health Minister Nizar Yazaji ordered the closure of wedding

Emergency Cash Grants Delivered to Palestinian Refugees from Syria in Jordan

UNRWA has transferred urgent aid allowances to Palestinian refugees from Syria in Jordan. Every registered refugee received a sum of 70 Jordanian dinars. In text messages sent to the refugees, the Agency said the sum makes part of underway initiatives

Displaced Palestinian Refugees Struggling for Survival in Idlib’s AlJazira Camp

Some 30 Palestinian families displaced from Yarmouk Camp, AlTadhamun neighborhood, and AlGhouta, in Damascus, continue to sound distress signals over the dire humanitarian situation they have been enduring in AlJazeera Camp, in Atama, in Idlib, near the Turkish borders. The

Palestinian Teacher Succumbs to Coronavirus in Damascus

Physics professor Sa’id Salah Hadid has died of coronavirus after he was denied admission into Turkish hospitals. A relative of Sa’id said the latter went to a Turkish hospital after coronavirus symptoms figured on his body. Medics refused to let

Academics Push for End to Conspiracies against Yarmouk Camp

A group of Palestinian academics, journalists, and activists issued a joint statement condemning the new organizational plan issued by Damascus Governorate a few weeks ago to rehabilitate Yarmouk Camp. The statement said the new organizational plan makes part of a

Lebanon’s General Security to Work Out Legal Situation of Irregular Migrants

General Directorate of the General Security of Lebanon said Arab and foreign nationals who illegally entered Lebanon or overstayed their visas can settle their legal situation at the Directorate as of July 31, 2020 until October 31, 2020. UNRWA has

Palestinian Refugees Urge UNRWA to Transfer Cash Grants in USD

Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) in Lebanon have called on the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) to pay their monthly aid in dollars, in light of the deteriorating economic situation in the

AGPS: 14 Palestinian Refugees Arrested in Syria in 2019

AGPS documented the arrest of 14 Palestinian refugees in 2019, down from 16 in 2018. In its annual report documenting the situation of Palestinians of Syria in 2019, AGPS said all arrestees are men. AGPS’s newly-released report, entitled “Palestinians of

PFLP Official Accuses Yarmouk Residents of Forfeiting Their Property

Military and security chief of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General Command (PFLP-GC), affiliated with the Syrian regime, has accused residents of Yarmouk Camp of forfeiting their property in the area and/or fleeing to Europe. In a soundtrack

Palestinian Journalists: Yarmouk’s New Organizational Plan Targets Palestinian Presence

Palestinian researchers and journalists have sounded the alarm over the threats posed by the new organizational plan proposed by Damascus Governorate to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp. Researchers and academics have warned that the new plan seeks to blur the Palestinian identity

Palestinian Refugee Ali Steiteh Forcibly Disappeared in Syrian Prisons for 8th Year

Palestinian refugee Ali Hamed Steiteh has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the eighth consecutive year. Ali, born in 1986 and raised in Eastern AlGhouta, was arrested by Syrian security forces on July 17, 2012. His condition and

Activists in Palestinian Refugee Camp Warn of COVID-19 Outbreak

Residents of Handarat Camp in Aleppo warned of an unabated coronavirus outbreak in and around the area due to the absence of preventive measures. Activists called on the residents to abide by safety protocols, wear face masks, keep to social

Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria Panic-Stricken following New Coronavirus Cases

The White Helmets group of the Syrian Civil Defense has embarked on a sterilization campaign in opposition-held zones in northern Syria in an attempt to prevent a coronavirus outbreak in the area. The group’s chief Raed AlSaleh told Turkish news

Palestinian Refugee from Syria Detained in Turkey for over 40 Days

Palestinian refugee from Syria Redwan Ali Helal, aged 58, has been held in Turkish custody for over 40 days after he tried to illegally cross Turkish-Greek borders. The refugee had taken shelter in Lebanon over the past five years, before

Engineers Association: Yarmouk’s New Organization Plan Lacks Professionalism, Transparency

The Association of Palestinian Engineers in Syria said the new organizational plan put forth by Damascus Governorate to rehabilitate Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, is devoid of professionalism and transparency, adding that reconstruction zones have been picked at

Hungarian Court Jails Migrants for Breaching Border

Two Palestinian and two Syrian men were sentenced to a year each in jail by a Hungarian court on Tuesday, July 7. They are accused of being part of a group of 50 people who tore down a border fence

Palestinian Refugee Mahmoud Maw’ed Enduring Mysterious Fate in Syria Jail

Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Maw’ed, from Yarmouk Camp, has been secretly held in Syrian state prisons for the sixth consecutive year. Mahmoud was arrested by Syrian security forces in Yarmouk Camp on February 2, 2014 following an altercation with a government

Students of Yarmouk Camp to Sign Up for School Transportation

Walid AlKurdi, the education chief in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, called on families taking shelter in the area to subscribe for school transport for their children enrolled at schools located outside of the camp. Several UNRWA facilities were destroyed

UNRWA to Deliver Cash grants to Palestinians of Syria Prior to Eid Festival

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) said cash grants will be transferred to Palestinian refugees in Syria shortly before the holy occasion of Eid AlAdhaa. In a statement, UNRWA said a

Syria’s Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees Subjected to Dire Conditions

Living conditions in Khan Dannun camp have sharply deteriorated due to the lack of financial resources, high unemployment rates, and the price leap. Civilians’ life has also been marred by the frequent power blackouts and the scorching heat rocking the

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Abu Anzah held in Syrian Gov’t Jail for 6th Year

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Ata Abdul Karim Abu Anzah has been held in Syrian government penitentiaries for the sixth year running. Abu Anzah was kidnapped by the government forces on July 20, 2014. His family continues to appeal for information about

UNRWA Delays Aid Delivery to Palestinian Refugees

UNRWA said cash grants for June and July months will be delivered to Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon as of July 16. The Agency said in a statement that all registered families will benefit from the multi-purpose cash aid

AGPS: 252 Palestinian Children Killed in War-Torn Syria

A newly-released report by AGPS has kept record of the death of 252 Palestinian refugee children in war-torn Syria since the outburst of the bloody conflict in 2011. The data pointed out that 129 children died under shelling; 15 were

Health Situation in Daraa Exacerbated by Coronavirus Pandemic

Residents of Daraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, continue to sound distress signals over the absence of healthcare services and life-saving medical kit. Reporting from southern Syria, an AGPS correspondent said no cases of COVID-19 contamination have been

Palestinian Refugee Assassinated South of Syria

Palestinian refugee Mootassem Mohamed Awad was fatally gunned down by anonymous assailants on the access road between AlMuzeireeb and AlTel towns. Reporting from AlMuzeireeb, south of Syria, an AGPS news correspondent said Mootassem, aged 23, and survived by his wife

UNRWA in Lebanon Delays Cash Aid Delivery

UNRWA in Lebanon delayed cash aid delivery to Palestinians from Syria for one day. In a statement, UNRWA attributed the delay to administrative procedures and technical arrangements with the bank. The cash grants are expected to be transferred to the

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Jamal Released from Turkish Custody

Palestinian refugee from Syria Mohamed Mofeq Jamal was released from a Turkish detention center, where he was held for the ninth consecutive day. Mohamed was arrested on July 5, 2020 in Izmir, west of Turkey, after he failed to obtain

Arrest Sweep Targets Displaced Residents of Deir Ballout Camp

Syrian opposition forces escorted by Turkish soldiers launched an arrest sweep in Deir Ballout and AlMuhammadiya displacement camps, north of Syria, where hundreds of displaced Palestinian and Syrian families are taking shelter. The Turkish and Syrian opposition forces raked through

Palestinian Authority Delegate Slammed by Yarmouk Residents

Palestinian activists have leveled heavy criticism at Ziad Abu Amr, the envoy of the Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, following his visit to AlShuhadaa Cemetery, in Yarmouk Camp. Amr was accompanied by the director of the Palestine Liberation Organization Anwar

Refugees in Greece Protest Against Hostile Migration Policy

A number of migrants taking shelter on the Greek island of Chios have rallied outside of the Migration Agency to protest the crackdowns and hostile policies adopted by the Greek authorities against asylum-seekers. Reporting from Greece, an AGPS reporter said

AGPS: 70 Palestinians from Syria Pronounced Dead in 2019

AGPS newly-released annual report documenting the situation of the Palestinians of Syria in 2019 has recorded the death of 70 Palestinian refugees in/from Syria as a result of war-related incidents, down from 276 victims in 2018. Entitled “Palestinians of Syria:

Palestinian Refugees Suffer Economic Hardship in Syria

After nine years of conflict, Palestine refugees continue to be one of the most vulnerable groups in Syria with immense humanitarian needs. Palestinian refugees in Syria (PRS) continue to launch cries for help over their deteriorating humanitarian condition due to

Displaced Palestinian Families in Jdeidat AlFadl Facing Squalid Conditions

Palestinian refugees displaced from Yarmouk to Jdeidat AlFadl town, in AlQuneitra province, have appealed to the Palestinian authority, political factions, and UNRWA to provide them with urgent cash and medical assistance. The displaced families said they have been enduring squalid

Palestinian, Syrian Lawyers Ready to File Lawsuits against Damascus Governorate over Yarmouk’s New Organizational Plan

Palestinian and Syrian lawyers said they are ready to filed lawsuits to defend the rights of Yarmouk Camp residents following the “unfair” organizational chart set forth by Damascus Governorate to rehabilitate the camp. A lawyer said on Facebook that the

120 Migrants Rescued Off Turkish Seashore

The Turkish coast guard rescued 60 migrants off Mogla seashore, southwest of Turkey onboard two migrant boats in Marmaris coast. 38 migrants were also rescued by Turkish seashore off Kizil Ada seashore, among them women and children and 22 others

Palestinian Student from Syria Achieves Outstanding Results in UAE

Palestinian student Mohamed Esam AlShoura, from Yarmouk Camp, has been listed among the top students in the UAE secondary schools for the academic year 2019-2020. Speaking with emaratalyoum, Mohamed hailed his family and teachers for supporting him all the way

Property-Theft Ongoing in Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Reports of burglary continue to emerge in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, where hundreds of Palestinian refugees had been taking shelter. Members of pro-government groups have reportedly stolen furniture from abandoned buildings in and around Yarmouk neighborhoods. Palestinian families displaced

UNRWA Chief in Syria Meets with Damascus Governor

Director of UNRWA operations in Syria Amanya Michael-Ebye discussed with Damascus Governor Adel AlAleibi efficient ways to boost bilateral cooperation in order to enhance the dire humanitarian situation of Palestinian refugees and ensure their access to relief assistance, particularly in

Palestinian Refugee in Lebanon Succumbs to Wounds Sustained in Car Accident

Palestinian refugee from Syria Ziad Abdul Kader died following a car accident in Lebanon’s AlBekaa region. He was denied admission into a local hospital as his cash-stripped family failed to pay hospitalization charges in advance. Activists launched appeals via social

Italy Contributes €1.5 Million to Palestine Refugees

Italy's Ambassador in Jordan, Fabio Cassese, and Director of Operations of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in Jordan, Muhammad Adar, signed a contribution agreement worth €1.5 million to

8 Years since Massacre against PLA

July 10, 2019 marks the eighth anniversary of a massacre perpetrated against the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) by unidentified perpetrators. On July 10, 2012, anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf

Palestinian Refugee Forcibly Disappeared in Syria for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Bassam AlBash, from Yarmouk camp, has been secretly held in Syrian government prisons for the seventh consecutive year. Mohamed, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was arrested by Syrian security forces on May 07, 2013. He is the

Palestinian Refugee Released from Syrian Prison

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Yassin Fatyan, nicknamed Abu Saleh, was released on Thursday, July 9, from a Syrian government prison, where he had been held for over one year. He was arrested along with a number of Palestinian refugees in early

Palestinian Refugee Arrested in Izmir

Palestinian refugee from Syria Mohamed Mofeq Jamal has been detained for the seventh consecutive day in Izmir, west of Turkey, after he failed to obtain a temporary visa card. Jamal was arrested on his way back from his workplace. He

Palestinian Refugee from Syria Receives Highest Score in German Vocational Center

Palestinian refugee from Syria Emad Hazem Janat garnered the highest score at a vocational training school in the German city of Hanover for the academic year 2019-2020. Imad earned a state-accredited certificate in nursing. Hundreds of displaced Palestinian refugees in/from

Palestinian Refugee from Syria Contract COVID-19 in Turkey

A Palestinian family from Syria taking shelter in Gazientep allegedly contracted the novel coronavirus. However, the family denied such reports, saying their father tested positive for coronavirus sometime earlier and has recovered following treatment at a Turkish hospital. Unofficial data

Palestinian Refugee Released from Syrian Prison

A Palestinian refugee was released from a Syrian government prison after one year and a half in the Sednaya military prison.  The newly-released Palestinian was a resident of Deraa displacement camp. His name has been kept secret over security

Palestinian Family on Verge of Homelessness in Jordan

A Palestinian family from Syria is about to go homeless in the Jordanian capital city of Amman as it has failed to secure rental fees for months. Palestinian refugee Abu Abdul Rahman, displaced from Syria’s Yarmouk Camp, said his family

Yarmouk Residents Denounce Blackmail by Damascus Governorate

Activists from Yarmouk camp have slammed the Damascus Governorate for blackmailing the residents who have voiced strong opposition to the new organizational plan put forth by the Governorate. Social media networks said local authorities have been manipulating civilians’ fears over

UNRWA Chief in Syria Looking Forward to Increased Cooperation with Syrian Authorities

Director of UNRWA operations in Syria, Amanya Michael-Ebye met with the Syrian Minister of Education Emad AlAzab. Amanya and Azab discussed ways to boost cooperation between UNRWA and the Education Ministry to enhance the academic output/input of Palestinian refugees in

Yarmouk’s New Organizational Plan Strongly Condemned

Palestinian refugees continue to voice their firm rejection of the new organizational plan put forth by Damascus Governorate to rehabilitate Yarmouk Camp. Tension has been running high in the area as thousands of refugees continue to rail against the proposed

Palestinian Refugee Injured in Syria Shootouts

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Abu Leil, from Handarat camp, was moderately injured following a landmine blast.  Mohamed is the military media chief at Liwaa AlQuds armed group, affiliated with the Syrian government forces. Nearly 7,000 gunmen are enlisted at

Situation of Palestinians in Jordan Displacement Camp Exacerbated by Anti-Coronavirus Lockdown

Palestinian families from Syria taking shelter in AlHadiqa refugee camp, in Ar-Ramtha city, situated in the far northwest of Jordan, continue to appeal for urgent humanitarian action in response to the squalid conditions they have been enduring in the camp

Situation of Palestinian Refugees in AlMuzeireeb Exacerbated by Lake Drought

Hundreds of Palestinian families sheltered in AlMuzeireeb town, south of Syria, have been grappling with an acute dearth in drinking water after the local lake–the sole water supplier for families in the area—has dried out as a result of the

UNRWA Transfers Aid to Palestinian Refugees in Syria

UNRWA distributed food and medical items to Palestinian refugees taking shelter in Jdeidat AlFadl town, in Rif Dimashq, A Palestinian refugee said concerned people registered their names at the municipality headquarters. Aid items were distributed to the refugees at AlElm

Jaramana Camp Struggling to Get Much-Needed Bread

Residents of Jaramana camp for Palestinian refugees said they continue to line up for hours under the scorching summer beams to receive bread via the smart card. Displaced Palestinian families lashed out at the apathy of the Palestinian political factions

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Denounce Bread Shortage

Families in the Syrian capital Damascus have been struggling to procure bread amid a shortage of allocations distributed through accredited people, a mechanism which was decided by the Ministry of Interior as one of the government’s measures to reduce overcrowding

New Reconstruction Plan Does Not Provide Displaced Residents of Yarmouk Camp with Alternative Houses, Warns Official

Residents of Yarmouk camp will not get any alternative housing as part of the new organizational plan announced by the Damascus governorate, said the director of technical studies in Damascus Governorate. Media sources quoted Muammar Dakak as saying that housing

Dutch Minister Calls for Constructive Debate over Management of Asylum Seekers’ File

Dutch Minister of Health, Welfare and Sport, Hugo de Jonge, said efforts should be intensified in the Netherlands to handle the file of migrants and asylum seekers. The minister called on the government to hold an annual debate about migration

Palestinian Refugee Released after 3 Years in Syrian Prison

The Syrian government forces released a Palestinian refugee after they kept him behind prison bars for three years. His name has been kept secret over security concerns. An AGPS reporter said the detainee has been subjected to harsh psycho-physical torture

Homes Risk to Collapse due to Waste Water in Damascus Neighborhood

Residents of AlHajar AlAswad neighborhood, where dozens of Palestinian refugee families are taking shelter, continue to set off alarm bells over the wastewater floods rocking the area. Pictures circulated on social media networks show deluges of waste water swamping residential

Displaced Residents of Yarmouk Camp Call for Urgent Action by Palestinian President

Activists and civilians displaced from Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, have appealed to the Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and the Palestinian political factions in Syria to take serious measures in order to facilitate the return of

Negotiations over Migration Policy Reach Deadlock in Sweden

Cross-party talks on how to reform Swedish migration policy broke down on Tuesday, reported The Local. The one thing all parties in parliament seemed to agree on was that Swedish migration law needed a complete overhaul. Currently, a temporary law

Situation of Palestinian Refugees in Sabina Camp Marred by Power Blackout

Palestinians taking refuge in AlSabina camp, in Rif Dimashq, continue to face a squalid humanitarian condition due to the absence of vital facilities, the poor infrastructure, and lack of relief assistance. The situation has taken a turn for the worse

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Displacement Camp Denounce Mistreatment by Bank Staff

Palestinian refugees in Jaramana camp and other areas in Damascus continue to rail against the mistreatment they have faced by Bemo Bank staff. Refugees who received transaction codes of their cash grants provided by the UN Relief and Works Agency

Palestinian Refugees in Syria Overburdened by Price Leap

Palestinian refugees in Syria continue to launch cries for help over their deteriorating humanitarian condition due to the sharp decrease in the exchange rate of the Syrian pound compared to the USD and their lack of access to the local

AGPS Issues Annual Report about Situation of Palestinians of Syria in 2019

The Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) issued its annual report documenting the situation of Palestinian refugees in/from Syria in 2019. Entitled “Palestinians of Syria: Destruction and Reconstruction”, the report underscores the calamitous situation of Palestinian refugees in and

Migrants Assaulted by Greek Coast Guard

Greek coast guard forces are allegedly sabotaging refugees' and migrants' boats on the high seas as part of a strategy to push them back to Turkey, German state broadcaster Deutsche Welle (DW) reported in a piece published Monday. "There were

Residents of AlNeirab Camp Denounce Power Over-Billing

Residents of AlNeirab camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo have been struggling to pay their electricity bills due to exorbitant fees. An ampere meter reportedly costs 5,000 Syrian pounds. The residents called on the concerned authorities to tune the

98 Palestinian Refugees Extra-Judicially Executed in War-Torn Syria

98 Palestinian refugees have been subjected to extra-judicial executions since the outburst of Syria’s warfare until July 5, 2020, according to AGPS data. The list includes 17 members of the Palestine Liberation Army who were killed just one month after

5 Civilians Arrested by Syrian Security Forces Near Yarmouk Refugee Camp

Five civilians, including a woman, were arrested by the Syrian security forces on their way out of Yarmouk Camp following a visit they paid to their abandoned homes in the area. Activists said Syrian military patrols set up a makeshift

Vigil Held in Germany to Push for Release of Detainees from Syria Jails

Palestinian and Syrian activists along with relatives of detainees and victims of torture in Syrian prisons joined a vigil held outside of the Provincial Court of Appeal in Koblenz  (OLG) on Friday, July 3, to urge the Syrian government and

Residents of Khan Dannun Camp Launch Cry for Help

Living conditions in Khan Dannun camp have sharply deteriorated due to the lack of financial resources and high unemployment rates wrought by the raging warfare. A transportation crisis has made life difficult in the camp. Upon more than once occasion

Palestinian Refugee Goes Missing in Damascus

Palestinian refugee Asem Mahmoud Ayedi, a resident of Yarmouk camp, disappeared from Damascus city some three days ago.  Asem is a taxi driver. His family continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts. According to AGPS database

Palestinian Child Drowns in Northern Syria

A Palestinian family displaced from Harasta city, in Ghouta, to the northern Syrian city of Efrin, was shocked by a report confirming the death of their son after he drowned in the Maydanki lake. An AGPS reporter said Omar Kablawi

Committee Assesses Yarmouk’s New Organizational Plan

The General Authority for Palestinian Arab Refugees (GAPAR) tasked a new five-member committee to thoroughly re-assess the new organizational plan issued by the Damascus governorate to rehabilitate Yarmouk Camp. The committee is expected to note down legal objections to the

AGPS Urges Damascus Governor to Refrain from Implementing Yarmouk’s New Rehabilitation Plan

AGPS has called on the Syrian authorities in Damascus to re-examine the new organizational plan put forth by Damascus governorate to rehabilitate Yarmouk Camp and to rather implement the old plan which was approved in 2004. In a statement, AGPS

Rights Group: Greece’s New Asylum System Designed to Deport, Not Protect

The Greek Council for Refugees (GCR) and Oxfam have warned that the new Greek asylum system is designed to deport people rather than offer them safety and protection.  According to GCR and Oxfam, this means that people who have

Palestinian Refugee Ahmad Khamis Held in Syrian Gov’t Jails

Palestinian ex-prisoner Ahmad Khamis, who was released from Israeli jails as part of an Israel-Russian swap deal and re-arrested by Syrian security forces, has been enduring an unknown fate in Syrian prisons.  Informed sources told AGPS that Khamis was

Over 110 Palestinian Women Secretly Held in Syrian Jails

At least 110 Palestinian women and girls have been enduring mysterious fates in Syrian government dungeons, where scores of others died as a result of torture. Palestinian women have also been subjected to abrupt searches and exhaustive questioning at military

Palestinian Girl Killed by Bullet Fire in Syria Displacement Camp

16-year-old Palestinian refugee Fatma Kasem was pronounced dead after she was accidentally shot with a bullet in her stomach in AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. The unrestrained flow of arms among the pro-government militias in AlNeirab Camp has

Palestinian Refugee Arrested in Austria

The Austrian authorities arrested a Palestinian refugee from Syria over allegations of involvement in abuses committed in favor of the Syrian regime. The arrestee was a resident of AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Aleppo. AGPS has kept his name

Netherlands Re-Examines Visa Applications by Refugees from Syria

The Dutch Migration and Naturalization Department said it has re-assessed thousands of asylum applications submitted by refugees from Syria before 2015. Dutch media outlets said among the 12,570 examined cases none has been found by the Migration Department guilty

New Refugee Camp Established in Lebanon

The Palestinian International Charitable Organization has installed a new camp to shelter displaced Palestinian and Syrian refugees in Lebanon. The organization’s director, Ramadan Tanboura, said a so-called “Falah 4” has been established in an attempt to tone down the calamitous

Palestinian Refugee Mahmoud Tamim Secretly Detained in Syria since 2013

Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Mohamed Tamim, aged 58, has been locked up in Syrian government dungeons for seven years running. The refugee, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was kidnapped by Syrian security forces on August 3, 2013 and was transferred to

Another Palestinian Refugee Identified in Leaked Photos of Torture Victims in Syria

Another Palestinian family has identified their missing relative—Basel Nabil Kherma, forcibly disappeared in Syrian government prisons since 2012—in a series of photos leaked by the so-called Caesar breakaway The victim was arrested during a military conscription term with the Palestine

Anti-Annexation Rally Held in Deir Ballout Displacement Camp

Palestinian refugees taking shelter in Deir Ballout camp have joined on rally held on Wednesday to protest Israel’s planned annexation of occupied Palestinian land in the Jordan Valley and West Bank. The demonstrators called on the international community to push

Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon Push for Urgent Action by UNRWA

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon held a vigil on Wednesday outside of the office of UNRWA’s director of operations in Lebanon’s Ein AlHilweh camp. The refugees called on UNRWA to take up its humanitarian and moral duties and to

Palestinian Refugee Camp in Syria Grappling with Bread Crisis

Palestinian families sheltered in Khan Eshieh refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, said they have been left without bread due to overcrowding outside of the camp’s sole bakery. The residents said they have been forced to line up outside of the

UNRWA Chief Urges Int’l Community to Stand By Palestine Refugees

UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini called on the international community to tune up support for Palestine refugees and help increase the Agency’s funds. In a statement delivered on Occasion of the Brussels IV Conference on Syria: Supporting the future of Syria

Another Palestinian Refugee Identified in Leaked Photos of Torture Victims in Syria

Palestinian mother Fatma Aboud has mourned the death of her son Abdullah Mohamed Kheir AlSaad whom she identified in a series of photos leaked by the so-called Caesar breakaway The victim, a former Arabic-language student at the Faculty of Arts

Alarm Bells Raised after Palestinian Refugee’s Health Takes Turn for Worse North of Syria

Palestinian refugee Khalil Ahmad Hawari appealed to the concerned parties and human rights institutions to broker his medical referral to Turkey due to the poor healthcare services north of Syria. Last month, Hawari, displaced from Yarmouk Camp to Deir Ballout

Contacts Held with Turkey to Enhance Situation of Palestine Refugees, Says Ambassador

Palestinian Embassador in Turkey Faed Mustafa said contacts have been held with the Turkish authorities in order to work out the situation of Palestinian refugees in Turkey, mostly those fleeing Iraq and Syria. In a press release, the ambassador said

Documentation Center North of Syria Calls on Palestinians in Aleppo’s Outskirts to Sign Up for Identity Documents

The Documentation Center of Palestinian Refugees in Northern Syria called on Palestinian families coming from Idlib to Aleppo’s northern suburbs to show up at the center in order to register their personal information and obtain the necessary identity documents. The

Displaced Families in AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian Refugees Appeal for Increase of Daily Water Supply

Residents of AlRamadan Camp for Palestinian refugees, southeast of Syria, have called on the concerned authorities to increase water supplies allotted to the area, where a severe water dearth continues to mar civilians’ life. The residents continue to appeal to

Palestinian Refugees from Syria Launch Cry for Help from Greek Island

Some 160 Palestinian refugees from Syria who have sought refuge north of the Greek island of Rhodes have been subjected to a dire humanitarian situation in the area. The area where the camp is pitched served as a slaughterhouse for

Palestinian Refugee Khaled AlAbtah Detained in Turkey

Palestinian refugee Khaled Ahmed AlAbtah has been detained in Turkey for the 7th day running. Khaled was arrested in a sweep launched by Turkish police targeting irregular migrants and non-holders of the kimlik visa card in Istanbul. His family has

UAE Contributes $50 million for Palestine Refugees

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) announced a US$ 50 million contribution to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), to support the vital and life-saving services provided by the Agency to over

Summer Camp Held for Palestine Refugees South of Turkey

Khayra Ummah charity has embarked on the second phase of AlQuds Summer Camp II in Kilis and Gaziantep, south of Turkey. A similar move carried out in Osmaniye attracted 750 Palestinian and Syrian children. The event is co-sponsored by the

Heavy Shelling Rocks Civilian Homes in Idlib

Three Palestinian families survived air raids launched by the Syrian government forces on Friday on AlKousour neighborhood, in Idlib, north of Syria. Speaking with AGPS, survivor Mohamed Udai said that at 09:00 a.m. four missiles hit his home and

Daraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees Grappling with Drinking-Water Scarcity

Residents of Daraa Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Syria, said drinking water in the area has been contaminated by sewage, causing it to become foul and salty. The residents attributed the crisis to the poor sewerage and unrepaired water

Palestinian Doctor Nizar Kassab Forcibly Disappeared in Syria

Palestinian refugee Nizar Jawdat Kassab has been secretly jailed in Syria for the seventh year running. Nizar, a genitourinary surgeon, was arrested at a government checkpoint pitched near Yarmouk’s entrance on December 16, 2012. Palestinian medics and relief activists have

28 Palestinians Killed in Pro-Gov’t Battles in Syria

28 Palestinian refugees died as they fought alongside popular committees affiliated with the government forces. Most of the casualties are residents of Yarmouk Camp in Damascus and Handarat and AlNeirab refugee camps, in Aleppo. Shortly after the outburst of the

6 Palestinian Migrants from Syria Caught by Turkish Coast Guard

Six Palestinian migrants were caught by the Turkish coast guard on Wednesday, July 17, off Bodrum coast, as they attempted to illegally enter Greece. Activists said six refugees, including four members of the same family, have been detained in Izmir

Rocket Slammed into Palestinian Refugee Home in Aleppo

A missile hit the home of Palestinian refugee Raed Saber in Nile Street, in Aleppo, north of Syria, resulting in material damage. Recently, several mortars unleashed from Aleppo’s western suburbs, considered a buffer zone under the Russian-Turkish agreement struck in

Road Connecting Palestinian Refugee Camps North of Syria Collapses

The road connecting Deir Ballout and AlMuhammadiya refugee camps, in northern Syria, has collapsed due to water floods from Efrin River and the poor infrastructure in the area. Displaced Palestinian families taking refuge in the area have appealed to the

Elderly Palestinian in Need of Urgent Heart Surgery

Palestinian refugee from Syria Abdul Majid Abu Kharaj, who was displaced from Yarmouk Camp to Lebanon’s AlBekaa Valley, was transferred to a hospital following a heart attack that struck his vulnerable body. Medics said he is in need of an

One Year Passes By since Palestinian Photojournalist Niraz Sa’id Died in Syrian Jails

Palestinian photographer Niraz Sa’id, from Yarmouk Camp, died one year ago under torture in Syrian government jails, where he had been detained for three years. Niraz Sa’id was kidnapped on October 2, 2015 by Syrian government forces and dragged to

Cash Aids Delivered to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

In Lebanon, UNRWA has transferred cash aids for the Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon via ATM cards. Every Palestinian family from Syria received a rental allowance of $100 and a food allowance worth 27$ per every refugee. Nearly 28,000

New Report by AGPS Underscores Situation of Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

The Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) issued a new report entitled “Asylum-Seeking Journey in Lebanon by Palestinians from Syria”. The 93-page report sheds light on the humanitarian and socio-economic conditions of Palestinian refugees who fled war-torn Syria to

3 Brothers Injured in Motorcycle Accident in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Three brothers sheltered in Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, survived a high-speed motorcycle accident and were rushed to a local hospital for urgent treatment. The motorcyclist fled the scene. Over recent years, residents of Khan Dannun

Fires Break Out in AlAyedeen Camp for Palestinian Refugees in Hums

Fires broke out on Monday, July 15, at a fast food restaurant in AlQuds street in AlAyedeen refugee camp, in Hums. Firefighters rushed to the scene to put out the fires. Material damage was reported. Palestinians taking shelter in AlAyedeen

18 UNRWA Staff Members Killed, 28 Forcibly Disappeared in War-Torn Syria

To date, 18 UNRWA staff members have perished as a result of the Syrian conflict and a further 28 are missing and/or detained. UNRWA said victims were killed as a result of shelling, sniper attacks, bullet fire, abduction, or blasts

92 Palestinians Cold-Bloodedly Executed in Syria

92 Palestinian refugees have been subjected to extra-judicial executions since the outburst of Syria’s warfare until July 16, 2019, according to AGPS data. The list includes 17 members of the Palestine Liberation Army who were killed just one month after

Palestinian Newborn Needs Urgent Treatment in Lebanon

A displaced Palestinian family who fled Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, to Wadi AlZina, in Lebanon’s southern city of Sidon, have appealed to the International Red Cross and Red Crescent organizations along with the Palestine Liberation Organization and humanitarian institutions to

Denmark Grants Palestinians from Syria Political Asylum

The Danish Immigration Service announced its decision to provide Palestinians from Syria with political asylum rather than humanitarian asylum, on conditions that they carry UNRWA registration cards or other documents proving that they are recognized as Palestinian refugees by UNRWA

Free Medical Day Held in Syria’s Daraa Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Free checks-ups were carried out by AlBirr Charity in Daraa Camp for Palestinian refugees as part of a medical day staged by a group of pediatricians, orthopedists, gynecologists, and general practitioners. Dozens of patients reportedly received free medical prescriptions and

Two Palestinian Refugees from Syria Detained by Israeli Police for 26 Hours

Two Palestinian refugees from Syria with Swedish citizenship documents were released 26 hours after they were detained at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport. The refugees’ relatives told AGPS that they were both detained as they attempted to enter the occupied Palestinian

Activists Call for Urgent Action to Save Displaced Palestinians in Greece

Activists have launched calls for serious action to protect displaced migrants taking refuge in Exarcheia neighborhood, in downtown Athens, following a decision by the government of Greece to evacuate buildings sheltering migrant families. In a letter to the concerned NGOs

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Abdullah Secretly Jailed in Syria since 2013

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Ali Abdullah, born in 1986 in Nawa city, south of Syria, and raised in AlSabina refugee camp, in Rif Dimashq, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syria’s state-run prisons for the sixth consecutive year. Mohamed was

Humanitarian Condition in Syria’s AlSabina Camp for Palestinian Refugees Exacerbated by Stray Dogs

Residents of AlSabina Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, continue to raise concerns over their children’s safety as packs of stray dogs have been spotted in and around the camp. The refugees have appealed to the concerned authorities and

Palestinian Refugee Garners Highest Score in Syria’s Secondary School Exams

Palestinian refugee Ahmed Malek Warda, sheltered in AlRaml camp, in Latakia, has snatched the first rank after he got full marks in his secondary school exams.  A number of Palestinian students garnered excellent marks at secondary school exams (main

Over 22,000 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Granted Swedish Citizenship

Palestinian activists in Sweden said more than 22,100 Palestinian refugees from Syria have obtained Swedish citizenship until the end of 2018. Referring to studies and statistics conducted by the Swedish Migration Office, the activists said as many as 14

Military Parade Held by Pro-Gov’t Squad in Syria’s Yarmouk Camp for Palestine Refugees

A military show was organized by the Free Palestine Movement, affiliated with the Syrian government, at the Arabic Club in Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus. Dozens of gunmen and military commanders along with representatives of the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) were

Palestinian Refugee Aymen Atiyeh Secretly Jailed in Syria for 6th Year

Palestinian refugee Aymen Mohamed Atiyeh, born in 1971, has been locked up in Syrian government prisons for six consecutive years, after he was kidnapped on October 10, 2013. His family continues to appeal for information about his condition and whereabouts

Palestinian Refugee Killed in Hums Hostilities

Palestinian refugee Fahd Salim AlSaadi, born in 1970, died as he fought alongside the Syrian government forces against ISIS militias in Hums desert. Fahd’s body was dispatched to Yarmouk Camp on Saturday. He was laid to rest in Yarmouk’s New

Palestinian Refugee Detained by Syria’s Security Forces

A Palestinian refugee was arrested by Syrian government forces south of Syria over allegations of involvement in shooting attacks targeting government checkpoints. The refugee was arrested by the air intelligence forces on the access road between Daraa and Da’el some

Trash Mounds Piled Up in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian Refugees

Residents of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, continue to rail against the mounds of trash accumulated across civilian neighborhoods and around the main access roads to the camp, resulting in bed smells and the spread of life-threatening

30 Palestinians Honored in Sports Event Held in Rif Dimashq

More than 20 Palestinian players showed up in a ceremony celebrating the end of the Olympic Sports Weeks in Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. The event included competitions in chess, table tennis, and karate, among other sports

Over 2,440 English Reports Released by AGPS about Palestinians of Syria

AGPS calls on researchers, journalists, and activists to pop in its official website and scan its daily reports issued both in English and Arabic about the situation of Palestinian refugees in and from war-torn Syria. Some 2,442 English reports

1,488 Displaced Palestinian Families North of Syria Appeal for Urgent Action by UNRWA

Palestinian refugees displaced from Yarmouk Camp and Khan Eshieh, south of Damascus, urged UNRWA to take on its responsibility regarding over 1,488 families taking shelter in northern Syria. The families called for the need to provide them with much-needed

Palestinian Students Achieve Outstanding Results in Syria

A number of Palestinian students garnered excellent marks at secondary school exams (main session) for the scientific and literary branches across the Syrian territories. The results were released by the Syrian Ministry of Education on Wednesday, July 10. Palestinian student

Palestinians among 70 Migrants Caught by Turkish Coast Guard

80 irregular migrants were detained by the Turkish security forces on Wednesday, July 10, across Bodrum region, overseeing the Aegean Sea, as they attempted to illegally enter Greece. Turkish security sources said the migrants are from Palestine, Syria, and Lebanon

Committee of Displaced Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Meet with Hamas Delegation in Sidon

Representatives of the Committee of Displaced Persons from Syria met with the chief of Hamas Refugee Affairs office, Abu Ahmad Fadl, at his office in Sidon, on July 9. The delegations discussed the abject conditions endured by displaced Palestinians from

Psychological Support Activities Held for People with Special Needs in Jaramana Camp

Psychological support activities were held by the Community Development Center in Jaramana refugee camp for elderly people and persons with special needs. The four-day event makes part of ongoing attempts to help the Palestinian refugee community in and from Syria

Palestinian Refugee from Syria Detained at Istanbul Airport

Palestinian refugee from Syria Mohamed Ajlani Younes, born in 1991, told AGPS that he has been detained at Istanbul’s new airport for more than two weeks over allegations of illegally attempting to enter the Turkish territories. A couple of weeks

7 Years since Massacre against PLA

July 10, 2019 marks the seventh anniversary of a massacre perpetrated against the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) by unidentified perpetrators. On July 10, 2012 anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf

UNRWA Hands Over Cash Aids to 3,900 Palestinian Families from Syria in Lebanon

UNRWA has delivered financial aids, donated by the EU Trust Fund (Madad) to 3,900 Palestinian families who fled war-torn Syria to Jordan. In its “Syria Regional Crisis Emergency Appeal 2019”, UNRWA said that 30% of Palestinian refugees from Syria

Saudi Arabia Contributes $2 Million for Palestine Refugees

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has contributed an additional US$ 2 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) in support of Palestine refugees. The contribution will go towards the Agency’s

Palestinian Teachers Honored in Aleppo

The General Union of Palestinian Teachers paid tribute to a plethora of Palestinian instructors in Aleppo. Dozens of Palestinian teachers have been killed; scores of others have been tortured to death in Syrian state prisons; and dozens more have been

450 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Launch Cry for Help from Greek Island

450 Palestinian refugees from Syria who have sought refuge in AlKaroura camp, set up on the Greek island of Chios, have been subjected to a dire humanitarian situation in the poorly-equipped tents. The refugees denounced the absence of vital services

UNRWA: 30% of Palestine Refugees from Syria in Jordan Highly Vulnerable

UNRWA said that 30% of Palestinian refugees from Syria (PRS) are highly vulnerable. In its “Syria Regional Crisis Emergency Appeal 2019”, UNRWA said that 31 per cent of recorded PRS are members of female-headed households, which increases their vulnerability. Due

Displaced Palestinian Families in Syria’s AlAkkad Neighborhood Sound Distress Signals

Palestinian families taking shelter in AlAkad neighborhood, in Khan Dannun Camp, said they have been denied their rights to vital facilities as the concerned authorities and UNRWA continue to consider their area an unrecognized zone. A resident said authorities do

Palestinian Refugee Omar Hejazi Secretly Jailed in Syria for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Omar Yakoob Hejazi, born in 1975, has been locked up in Syrian government prisons for the seventh year running. Hejazi, a resident of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, was kidnapped by the Syrian government troops on the Lebanese-Syrian

3,987 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Pronounced Dead since 2011

AGPS has documented the death of 3,987 Palestinian refugees in Syria, including women and children, since 2011, as a result of war-related incidents. According to AGPS data, 1,977 died until June 2019, up from 1,953 victims until

PLO Envoy Meets with UNRWA’s Syria Director

Director-General of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Anwar Abdul Hadi met on Monday with the UNRWA director of Syria operations Michael Amania at the agency’s head office in Mezzeh, in Damascus. Both parties discussed the most practical ways to enhance

Water Crisis Rocks Deir Ballout Camp for Palestinian Refugees North of Syria

Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families north of Syria continue to launch cries for help over their tragic living conditions in the poorly-equipped Deir Ballout Camp, north of Syria, saying an acute water crisis has made the situation far worse. The

Summer Camp Held for Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

The International Association of Palestinian Teachers announced the launch of the fourth edition of “We Learn Happily for Palestine” summer camp, held in cooperation with the Lebanese ex-education Minister, Abdul Raheem Murad, and the International Association of Palestinian Institutions. 200 Palestinian students

Palestinian Refugee from Syria Wins Chest Contest

Palestinian teen from Syria Mohamed AlJaafari won the first place at the chess competition staged by the Palestinian Chess Federation on Friday, July 5, on the occasion of the Palestine Olympics Day in AlBadawi refugee camp, in Lebanon. Mohamed fled

Hundreds of Palestine Refugees Threatened with Refoulement in Greece

The Immigration Department of Greece announced its decision to force refugees who have obtained Greek visas since July 31, 2017 out of their homes and shelters. Rents will be shelled out via European funds and the refugees’ allowances will be

Displaced Families Denied Return to Yarmouk Camp, Gov’t Officers Allowed In

Sources close to the Syrian government said security forces have allowed military officers and their families who used to live in Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, to re-enter the camp and retrieve their homes and property. Civilians have, however, been denied

Palestinian Refugee Haytham Naji Secretly Jailed in Syria since 2014

Palestinian refugee Haytham Hamouda Naji, born in 1969, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government dungeons for five years running. Naji was kidnapped by pro-government troops on August 28, 2014, as he distributed foodstuff in AlRijah Square, in

UNRWA Launches Palestinian Olympics in Lebanon

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) launched the 11th Palestiniadi (Palestinian Olympics) with the support of the European Union Regional Trust Fund in Response to the Syrian Crisis, the EU‘MADAD’ Fund, for

Over 50 Persons Catch Mosquito-Borne Diseases in Deir Ballout Camp for Palestine Refugees

Paramedics at the mobile clinic in Deir Ballout Camp, north of Syria, kept record of over 50 cases of mosquito-borne diseases among civilians taking shelter in the area. A paramedic attributed the phenomenon to the spread of mosquito bites which

UNRWA Announces Launch of Student Registration in Daraa Camp

UNRWA has announced the launch of free registration processes at its Syria schools for Palestine refugees taking shelter in Daraa Camp, south of Syria. Registration was opened up on June 30 and will be closed on July 18. 525 students

Palestinian Refugee Secretly Jailed in Syria for 6th Year

Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Tamim, aged 58, has been locked up in Syrian government dungeons since August 3, 2013. Mahmoud was a resident of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus. His condition and whereabouts remain unidentified. AGPS documented the

Greece-Bound Migrant Boat Intercepted by Turkish Coast Guard

11 Syrian and Palestinian migrants have been detained by the Turkish coast guard off Mugla seashore, as they attempted to illegally disembark in Greece. The Turkish coast guard spotted the Greece-bound inflatable ship off Bodrum coast, in Mugla. The migrants

Activists Launch Campaign to Push for Civilians’ Safe Return to Yarmouk Camp

Activists have embarked on a so-called “I’ll Be Back Home” campaign in an attempt to urge concerned authorities to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp and allow displaced Palestinian families to safely return to their homes. The campaigners called on the concerned families

10,000 ATM Cards Distributed by UNRWA to Registered Palestine Refugees in Syria

UNRWA has handed over 10,000 ATM cards to Palestinian refugee registered with the agency across Syria in an attempt to smooth cash-aid delivery. Informed sources said that on July 11, 2019, text messages will be sent to the refugees

35 Members of Fatah AlIntifada Group Killed in Syria’s Warfare

AGPS documented the death of 35 Palestine refugees affiliated with Fatah AlIntifada group, as they fought alongside the Syrian government forces across the war-torn country. The list includes gunmen who died in fierce shootouts with ISIS and AlNusra Front in

2 Palestinian Brothers Honored in Lebanon’s Burj Barajneh Camp

The Amal Club in Burj AlBarajneh refugee camp, in Beirut, paid tribute to two Palestinian brothers from Syria—Beshr Mazen Yousef and Aws Mazen Yousef—for their good conduct and the outstanding results they achieved during the school year. The two children

Displaced Palestinian Families North of Syria Lash Out at PLO & UNRWA

Displaced Palestinian families in northern Syria continue to rail against their tragic living conditions in the poorly-equipped Deir Ballout Camp. The refugees leveled heavy criticism at UNRWA and the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), along with other concerned NGOs, for failing

Palestinian Refugee Shot Dead in Aleppo

Palestinian refugee Ibrahim Reda Samara was fatally gunned down at Saadullah AlJaberi square, in Aleppo, as he tried to defend a woman harassed by pro-government militias. Ibrahim, a resident of AlNeirab Camp in Aleppo, is a volunteer at Liwaa AlQuds

Palestinian Girl Goes on Hunger Strike in London over Regime Attacks North of Syria

Palestinian refugee from Syria Shadha Abu Weddou joined a hunger strike launched by a group of activists in London and other parts of the world to speak up against the abrupt killing of civilians north of Syria. Shadha announced her

Palestine Refugees to Undergo Free Medical Checks in Lebanon

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society at Haifa Hospital, in partnership with American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA) announced the arrival of a group of American internists to carry out free medical checks for concerned patients on July 5. Palestinian refugees

AGPS & PRC Underscore Calamitous Situation of Palestinian Women in Syria at UNHRC

The Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) and the Action Group for Palestinians of Syria (AGPS) have spoken up against the human rights abuses perpetrated against Palestinian women taking refuge in war-torn Syria. Speaking during a session attended by the International Commission

Kurdistan Authorities Allow Palestinian Family from Syria to Enter Erbil

Authorities in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq lifted a ban on the family of Palestinian refugee Fadi Khaled Nasrullah to enter Erbil city, after they were caught by the Turkish authorities on June 27, 2019, and detained for one day

Efforts Ongoing in Daraa Camp for Palestinian Refugee to Repair Power Network

The Power Company in Daraa Camp has embarked on repair works to rehabilitate the electricity network which was severely damaged in the warfare. Over recent years, Palestinian refugees taking shelter in Daraa Camp kept appealing to the concerned authorities to

Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Enduring Dire Conditions

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon continue to sound alarm bells over their ambivalent legal status and the inhospitality shown by local authorities. Palestinian refugees from Syria are reported to lack legal status in Lebanon. The absence of a specific

Palestinian Refugee Salim AlMaw’ed Secretly Jailed in Syria for 6th Year

Palestinian refugee Salim Mohamed AlMaw’ed has been locked up in a Syrian government dungeon for the sixth consecutive year. Salim was arrested at the Yarmouk Camp checkpoint on May 22, 2013. His family continues to appeal for information. AGPS documented

AGPS: 17 PLA Gunmen Missing in Syria since 2011

AGPS kept record of the mysterious disappearance of 17 members of the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) since the outbreak of the Syrian warfare in 2011. Several PLA affiliates have been kidnapped by the different warring parties at government-run checkpoints. Others

Palestinian Refugee Released after 8 Years in Syrian Gov’t Jails

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Fatah Hamouda, sheltered in AlRaml Camp in Latakia, was released on Monday from a Syrian government prison, where he had been held for eight years. Mohamed had been locked up in Sednaya military prison, before he was

Palestinian Refugee Held in Syrian State Jail for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Moad Adnan AlKhatib, sheltered in AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, has been held in government prisons since December 1, 2012. AlKhatib was a student of AlFatah AlIslami College and the Imam (preacher) of AlSahabi Zaher

Hundreds of Displaced Palestinian Families Struggling for Survival in Northern Syria

Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families have been scattered across northern Syria, where they have been taking refuge in poorly-equipped camps, after they got displaced from their homes and shelters in the warfare. According to data by the Commission of Palestinians

AGPS Launches WhatsApp Group for Palestinians from Syria in Libya

AGPS has launched an e-group via WhatsApp for Palestinians from Syria in Libya in an attempt to help the refugees speak up for their rights and concerns. The group does not provide direct relief assistance. It seeks to transmit the

Palestinian Family from Syria to Go Homeless in Lebanon

A nine-member Palestinian family from Syria has appealed to the concerned humanitarian institutions and charities to help them pay the rental fees, after the house owner threatened to force them out. The mother, Umm Mohamed, said all family members risk

Palestinian Refugee Nour AlDeen Mahmoud Abdullah Secretly Jailed in Syria since 2014

Palestinian refugee Nour AlDeen Mahmoud Abdullah has been locked up in Syrian government prisons for five years running. He was arrested at a checkpoint in Yarmouk Camp in 2014. His condition and whereabouts have been shrouded in mystery. His family

UNRWA Denies Intending to Transfer Palestine Refugees from Syria & Lebanon to Other Countries

UNRWA in Lebanon denied emerging reports about its intent to transfer Palestinian refugees seeking shelter in Lebanon to other destinations. UNRWA said such reports are counterfeit, pledging to keep up its core essential services for Palestine refugees in its five

Palestinian Girl from Syria Snatches 1st Rank at Lebanon Secondary School Exams

Palestinian student from Syria Jala Khaled AlKhatib achieved outstanding results as part of basic education exams held at Beit Jala private school, in Siblin, in AlKharroub region, south of Lebanon. She got the first rank at the school and the

Palestinian Refugees in Greece’s Leros Island Sound Distress Signals

A number of Palestinian and Syrian families who have sought refuge in the Greek island of Leros have been subjected to an exacerbated humanitarian situation due to the absence of vital services, including health care, housing, relief assistance, and power

Syrian Official: Rehabilitation Plan for Yarmouk Camp to Be Set Up & Executed Soon

Yasar Abedeen, director of the General Company for Engineering Studies and Consulting, run by the Syrian Ministry of Public Works and Housing, said the company has been tasked with devising reconstruction plans for Yarmouk Camp, in Damascus, and surrounding areas

Palestinian Instructors in Syria Honored

The General Union of Palestinian Teachers paid tribute to Palestinian instructors in Syria who experienced the Nakba and played a major role in enhancing the educational process of Palestinian refugee generations. The ceremony was held at the Arab Cultural Center

Palestinian Palestinian Girl Rudeina Khattab Secretly Held in Syrian State Prison for 7th Year

Palestinian refugee Rudeina Muhammad Khattab, aged 29 and sheltered in Latakia, has been held in Syrian government prisons since 2012. Activists urged the international human rights institutions, particularly UNRWA and the Palestine Embassy in Damascus, to work on disclosing her

Names of Palestinian Refugees Figure on List of 8,000 Detainees Tortured to Death in Syrian Lock-Ups

The names of nearly 8,000 people tortured to death in Syrian regime prisons over the past seven years were released on Sunday evening, in the latest confirmation of a campaign of systematic slaughter of detainees by the country's intelligence services

6 Palestinian Refugees from Syria Pronounced Dead

Palestinian refugee Reda Mahmoud Suleiman, from Khan Eshieh Camp, was confirmed dead as a result of torture in Syrian government jails. The government forces told his family that he died on August 20, 2015. Suleiman was reportedly kidnapped by the

Palestinian Child from Syria Drowns in Germany

Palestinian child from Syria Jaafar Muayad Mustafa Sarhan drowned in a lake in Germany. 

PLO’s Majdalani Calls for Speeding Up Reconstruction of Yarmouk Camp

Member of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), Ahmad Majdalani, stressed the need to reconstruct Yarmouk Camp. He said an international conference is likely to be convened so as to mobilize support for reconstruction projects in cooperation

Palestinian Refugee Tortured to Death in Syrian Gov’t Jail, Number of Torture Victims Hits 536

Palestinian refugee Essam Mustafa Shahada, a resident of Daraa, was killed under torture in Syrian government prisons, where he had been held for seven years. AGPS documented the death of 536 Palestinians under torture in Syrian prisons. 1,682 Palestinian

The Syrian regime continues to prevent the exhumation of bodies under the rubble in Yarmouk camp

Speaking with AGPS Activists said the Syrian government forces continue to prevent civilians and paramedics from recovering bodies stuck under the mounds of debris piled up in Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus. The activists added that the government forces continue

Jafra Foundation Distributes Agricultural Harvest to Displaced Palestinians South of Damascus

The Jafra Foundation for Relief and Development south of Syria distributed vegetables picked by the charity to feed displaced families. The foundation said 150 portions, weighing three kilograms each, have been distributed on a daily basis to families displaced from

Shadi AlAsaad among Thousands of Palestinians with Disabilities Struggling for Survival in War-Torn Syria

More than 2,300 Palestinian refugees with disabilities in Syria have had their lives marred by the unabated warfare and bloody strife rocking the Syrian territories. The life of Shadi AlAssad, aged 31, has gone upside down as a result

Palestinian Refugee Tortured to Death in Syrian Gov’t Jail

 AGPS documented the death of the Palestinian refugee Ahmed Abdul Rahim Azimeh under torture in Syrian government dungeons. Government officers told his family that he died on August 3, 2014. According to AGPS data, 534 Palestinian refugees were killed under

Displaced Palestinian Residents of Yarmouk Undergoing Dire Conditions North of Syria

Hundreds of Palestinian refugee families displaced from Yarmouk to northern Syria have been subjected to an abject humanitarian situation due to the lack of basic services and separation of family members across local shelters. Dozens of displaced civilians have been

UN Official Pushes for Urgent Action to Deliver Aids across War-Torn Syria

The top UN official for humanitarian affairs said Friday that aid should continue to reach millions of people across Syria. "Humanitarian organizations continue to reach millions of people across Syria. More than 3 million people received food last month alone

3,840 Palestinian Refugees Killed in Syria Since 2011

AGPS documented the death of 3,840 Palestinian refugees, among them 478 women and girls, due to war-related incidents in Syria. Yarmouk Camp topped the list with 1,398 victims, followed by Daraa Camp with 261 victims. At the same

Palestinian Resident of Yarmouk Camp Tortured to Death in Syrian Jails

Palestinian refugee Alaa AlDeen Jamal Mahmoud, aged 40, died under torture in Syrian government dungeons, where he had been held for seven years. The casualty, a former civil servant and resident of Yarmouk Camp, was kidnapped by the government forces

Hamoud: Palestinian Refugees Outside of Syria Face Deadly Threats Upon Return to War-Torn Syria

Researcher in refugee affairs, Tareq Hamoud, said that just a small number of Palestinian and Syrian refugees who have sought shelter outside of Syria can safely regain access to the country. Speaking with Arabi 21, Hamoud said thousands of Palestinians

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Denounce Illegal Weapons Possession by Pro-Government Militias

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq strongly condemned the uncontrolled possession of weapons by pro-government gunmen. In a letter emailed to AGPS, a resident of AlHusainiya said militias have been unleashing barrages of gunfire during celebrations

AGPS: 533 Palestinians Tortured to Death in Syrian Dungeons

AGPS documented the death of 533 Palestinian refugees and thousands of Syrian nationals under torture in Syrian government lock-ups, including women, children, and elderly civilians. Recently, the Syrian government announced the death of 50 Palestinians under torture in its penitentiaries

Syrian Gov’t Forces Block Access of Palestinians into Southern Damascus

Reporting from Damascus, AGPS correspondent said Syrian government troops have banned Palestinian refugees from entering Yalda, Babilla, and Beit Sahem towns, south of Damascus. Dozens of Palestinian residents of Yarmouk Camp attempted to reach southern Damascus via the Sidi Miqdad

Husam AlDeen Hasan, released by Tahrir AlSham Commission in Idlib

Palestinian refugee Husam AlDeen Hasan Abdullah Hasan, from AlSayeda Zeinab Camp, was released by Tahrir AlSham Commission a couple of days ago, after he had been held captive for three weeks. Hasan, aged 33, was kidnapped by Tahrir AlSham gunmen

Food Baskets Distributed to Victims of Forced Deportation in Deir Ballout Camp

The Commission of Palestinians of Syria for Relief and Development north of Syria handed over 900 food baskets to families who were displaced from Yarmouk and southern Damascus and have been taking shelter in and near the Deir Ballout refugee

UNESCO’s Director-General Urges Inquiry into Killing of Photojournalist Niraz Sa’id in Syria Dungeons

The Director-General of UNESCO, Audrey Azoulay, called for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Niraz Sa’id, a photojournalist whose demise in detention in Syria was announced on 16 July. “I wish to express my condolences to the

Palestinian Killed in AlSuweida Hostilities

Palestinian refugee Mustafa Mohamed AlIssa, affiliated with ISIS, was killed in a suicide bombing attack launched by ISIS gunmen on Wednesday, July 25, in AlSuweida, south of Syria. AlIssa, aged 28, reportedly took shelter in the Yarmouk refugee camp. Over

Palestinian Students South of Damascus Called to Sign Up over Safe Access to Damascus

Waleed al-Kurdi, who is in charge of the education file for Yarmouk students, called on students and tutors from Yarmouk who have been taking shelter in Yalda, Babila, and Beit Sahem, south of Damascus, and who have enrolled at schools

Palestinian Families in Yarmouk Basin Grappling with Tough Living Conditions

Hundreds of families taking refuge in Yarmouk Basin, in Daraa’s western suburbs, have been enduring dire conditions due to the rampant hostilities rocking the area and the simmering confrontations between the pro-ISIS Khaled Ibn AlWaleed battalion and the government outfits

UNRWA Delivers Cash Aid to Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

UNRWA transferred cash aids to the Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon via ATM cards. Every Palestinian family from Syria received a rental allowance of $100 and a food allowance worth 27$ per every refugee.  In Text messages sent by

30 Palestinians Killed in June 2018, down from 14 in June 2017

30 Palestinian refugees died of war-related incidents in Syria in June 2018. In 2017, 14 were pronounced dead during the same month. In June 2018, AlAyedeen Camp in Hama topped the list with 24 victims, followed by Yarmouk Camp with

Palestinian Refugees in Gaza Slam PLO’s Decision to Ease Return to Syria

Several Palestinian activists and refugees have been outraged by the decision of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) to arrange the return of Palestinian refugees in Gaza to Syria. Activists dubbed the declared move a sign of the PLO’s indifference as

Security Turmoil Marring Life of Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

Palestinian refugees taking shelter in the Lebanese territories continue to sound distress signals over the security mayhem rocking refugee camps in Lebanon. Scores of families who headed for Lebanon, fleeing deadly warfare in Syria, have been facing a dire situation

Father of Premature Child from Syria Reiterated his Appeals for Urgent Aid

Palestinian refugee from Syria in Lebanon Ahmed Maghames reiterated his appeals to the human rights organizations, the Red Crescent, the Red Cross, the PLO, and the Palestinian factions in Lebanon to help him raise more funds so as to save

3 Palestinians Tortured to Death in Syrian Gov’t Jails

Palestinian refugee Anas Abbas Awad, born in 1990, was killed under torture in Syrian government dungeons. The casualty was kidnapped by the government forces in 2011 at the Naseem checkpoint in Jaramana, in Rif Dimashq. Palestinian brothers Mohamed Fayad Mustafa

Palestinian Family Appeals for Information over Fate of Newly-Released Son

The family of the Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Walid Rahma, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, appealed to the concerned authorities and human rights organizations to work on disclosing the fate of their son, who has gone missing after he was released

Palestinians from Syria Unable to Shell out Visa Renewal Fees

Thousands of Palestinian from Syria who have fled to other destinations have been unable to pay the steep fees of visa-renewal processes in the new destinations. Renewing travel documents costs up to $300. The applicant is required to pay $800

Algerian Scholarships Granted to Palestinians from Syria

The Department of Education and Higher Education of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) in Damascus announced the launch of Algerian scholarships for Palestinians from Syria. Applicants are invited to sign up by Thursday, July 26. The scholarships will be granted

3 PLA Fighters Killed, Others Injured South of Syria

Three Palestinians from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) were killed as they fought alongside the Syrian government forces against ISIS militias in Yarmouk Basin, south of Syria. Residents of AlHusainiya Camp Ahmed Tayseer Ibrahim and Sharaf Majd Abdul Fatah Abu

Activists: Yarmouk Residents Allowed to Validate Property Ownership

Palestinian activists said pro-government bodies ruled that Yarmouk residents are allowed to endorse proofs of property ownership until the end of September. The activists quoted a number of families who recently entered the camp as stating that municipal authorities notified

PLO Opens Application Process for Displaced Palestinians Seeking to Return to Syria

PLO’s Department of Refugee Affairs announced the launch of the application processes in Lebanon and Gaza for displaced Palestinians in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip who wish to return to Syria. In a Friday statement the department called on the

Migrant Family Sinks off Evros River

A woman and her three children sunk off the Turkish side of the Evros River, trying to reach Greece. The family’s nationality has not yet been identified. Turkish coast guards stumbled upon the dead bodies after they were swept away

Syrian Gov’t Forces Crack down on Palestinians’ Free Movement South of Damascus

The Syrian government forces stipulated that in order for Palestinian refugees sheltered in Yarmouk Camp and the towns of Yalda, Babila, and Beit Sahel to gain access to Damascus a formal consent should be issued to that very end. Activists

Hundreds Flee in Mass Exodus from Beleaguered Yarmouk Basin

Dozens of families in Yarmouk Basin, in Daraa’s western suburbs, left their homes due to the rampant shelling rocking the area. 20 persons, among them children, were pronounced dead in Tseil and AlShajarah, in Daraa. Reporting from Daraa, AGPS correspondent

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed Tamim Held in Syrian Gov’t Jails for 5th Year

Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Mohamed Tamim, aged 58, has been locked up in Syrian government penitentiaries for five years running. The refugee, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was kidnapped by the government forces on August 3, 2013 and taken to an

Refugees Sheltered in Greek Island Sound Distress Signals over Water Crisis

Activists in the Greek island of Mytilene said migrants stranded in the area have been grappling with a water crisis as the number of migrants has grown dramatically on the island. In a live footage, dozens of migrants appear to

Another 19 Palestinian Refugees to Be Released as Part of Kafria-AlAfoua Deal

19 other Palestinian refugees appeared on the lists of detainees expected to be released as part of the Kafria and AlFoua prisoner swap deal, struck between the Syrian government, the Iranian side, and Tahrir AlSham battalion.   The list included

Newly-Released Palestinian Appeals for Information over His Family’s Fate

Palestinian refugee from Syria Rami Kasem, from Yarmouk Camp, appealed to the concerned bodies to update him on his family’s fate, with whom he has lost contact since his detention. AlKasem, who was released as part of the Kafria-AlFoua deal

Yarmouk Residents Appeal for Body Removal

Activists and civilians in Yarmouk Camp called on the Red Crescent and the human rights organizations to urgently step in so as to remove the bodies of five residents who have remained under the mounds of debris piled up in

Data of Palestinians from Syria South of Lebanon Updated

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Siblin, in Lebanon’s southern region of AkKharroub, have flocked to UNRWA-run Beit Jala School to update their record of personal data at the request of UNRWA. Scores of Palestinian families spoke out against the state

23 Palestinian Refugees to Be Released as Part of New Prisoner Swap Deal

Anti-government groups in Syria and activists published lists comprising the names of 1,500 detainees in Syrian jails who will be released as part of the Kafria and AlFoua deal, struck between the Syrian government, Iran, and Tahrir AlSham. The

Palestinian Refugee Issa Abu Zeid Released as Part of AlFoua Deal

Media reports said that the AlFoua deal has been put into effect and that pro-government militants and their families have been evacuated from AlFoua and Kafria, north of Syria. At the same time, the first batch of detainees, among them

70-year-old Palestinian Woman Kept Behind Prison Bars in Syria

A 70-year-old Palestinian woman has been held captive in Syrian detention centers for eight days running under the pretext that her son is affiliated with armed groups previously deployed in Yarmouk Camp. The woman’s family said government patrols broke into

National Commission Urges Int’l Community to Speak Up for Thousands of Detainees in Syria Dungeons

The National Commission for Detainees and Missing Persons called on the international community and human rights institutions to take urgent action so as to save tens of thousands of minors, youths, men, and women held in Syrian government lock-ups. The

2 PLA Fighters Injured in ISIS Ambush

Brigadier-General Sherif Kayed and Brigadier-General Bilal Qasem Mohammed, from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA), were injured in an ambush set by ISIS gangs in the suburbs of AlSuweida, south of Syria. Sources close to the PLA said the ambush set

Dabour Urges Popular Committees to Provide Lists of Displaced Palestinian Families in Lebanon Wishing to Return to Syria

Palestine’s Ambassador in Lebanon Ashraf Dabour called on the popular committees in Lebanon-based refugee camps to provide the embassy with the names of displaced Palestinian families from Syria in Lebanon who wish to regain access to Syria. A circular released

Stranded Residents in Daraa Camp Stand on Guard to Forced Deportation Scheme

Stranded residents of Daraa Camp refused to be forcibly deported with the opposition forces to northern Syria, saying they received pledges from the Russian side to protect them from harm. Activists called on UNRWA, the Palestinian factions, and the concerned

Palestinian Refugee Dies under Torture in Syrian Gov’t Jails

Palestinian Refugee Yaser Yousef AlKarkati, a resident of Daraa AlBalad, was killed under torture in Syrian government jails, where he had been held for nearly five years. AlKarkati’s family said they received the piece of news from the Civil Status

Palestinian Refugee Mohamed AlMarkaten Held in Syrian Dungeons Since 2013

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Salem Ali AlMarkaten, aged 60, has been incarcerated in Syrian government prisons for the fifth year running. Mohamed was kidnapped by the government forces on his way out of Yarmouk Camp and was dragged to an unknown

Syrian Gov’t Celebrates Recapturing Yarmouk Camp

A Syrian government delegation, led by Damascus governor and senior Palestinian officials along with members of the reconciliation committee, raised the Syrian flag at the main entrance to Yarmouk Camp, celebrating the government’s takeover of the camp and other areas

19 Dead as Migrant Boat Capsizes off Turkish Cyprus

In atragic incident, 19 people died when a boat carrying about 160 migrants sank off the coast of Northern Cyprus. Rescuers have been searching for some 30 other people, Turkey’s coast guard said on Wednesday. The bodies of the 19

2 Brothers Tortured to Death among 5 Other Palestinian Refugees killed in Syria

Three Palestinians from the Palestine Liberation Army were pronounced dead on Monday, July 16. The victims are: Husain Ali Mohamed, Nidal Sa’id Oudeh, and Mohamed Abdullah Youssef. They were killed as they fought alongside the Syrian government forces in AlSuweida

General Commission for Refugees in Daraa Provides Data to Families of Missing Palestinians

AGPS has learned that families of detained Palestinians who have been appealing for information regarding their relatives’ fate may access such data at the office of the Arab Palestinian Refugees General Commission in Daraa. Concerned families should apply for civil registration

Palestinian Refugee Omar Hejazi Subjected to Enforced Disappearance for 6th Year

Palestinian refugee Omar Ya’kob Hijazi, aged 43, has been kept in Syrian government detention centers for six years. Hijazi, a resident of Yarmouk Camp, was arrested by the government forces on the Syrian-Lebanese borders. His fate remains unknown.

Palestinian Refugee Goes Missing South of Syria

Palestinian refugee Yazen Ameen Hafedh, a resident of AlHajar AlAswad in Rif Dimashq, has disappeared from Naseeb town in Daraa some few days ago. No pieces of information have been received by his family as regards his fate and location

Palestinian Refugee Finishes Second in Body Building Championship in Hums

Palestinian refugee Samer Faraj Idris, from AlAyedeen Camp in Hums, finished second at the Classic body building championship staged in Hums on July 16.

Palestinian Photojournalist Niraz Sa’id Tortured to Death in Syrian Government Jails

Palestinian photographer Niraz Sa’id, from Yarmouk Camp, died under torture in Syrian government jails, where he had been detained for three years. Niraz Sa’id was kidnapped on October 2, 2015 by Syrian government forces and dragged to a detention center

Mother of Palestinian Refugee Appeal to Tahrir AlSham Commission in Idlib to Release Detained Son

The mother of the Palestinian refugee from Syria Husam AlDeen Hasan Abdullah Hasan, aged 33, urged Tahrir AlSham Commisson to release her son, who has been held captive since July 7. Husam’s mother said her son and four other Palestinians

Rights Group Urges UNRWA to Rally Round Palestinian Refugees in Syria

Director-General of Commission 302 for Defense of Refugee Rights, Ali Huweidi, urged UNRWA to take up its duty as regards the Palestinian refugees in Syria and to work on providing them with much-needed humanitarian aids. Hweidi denounced the delay in

Palestinian Students from Syria in Lebanon to Take Part in Educational Camp

The director of a so-called  “We Learn with Pleasure for Palestine” camp, Yosra Akil, said 200 Palestinian students from Syria in Lebanon are slated to take part in the third educational camp held by the International Association of Palestinian Teachers

Migrant Families from War-Torn Syria Subjected to Sexual Violence by Traffickers in Libya

Moroccan activist Nawal AlSoufi quoted a woman held captive in Libya as stating that Palestinian and Syrian women detained in Libya have been subjected to rape every two or three days. The detained woman, who reached out to the activist

Palestinian Refugee Pronounced Dead in Southern Syria Hostilities

Palestinian young man Ahmad Khuza’I was killed as he fought alongside the Syrian government forces in Daraa, south of Syria. 1,031 Palestinian refugees have been fatally gunned down in the embattled Syrian territories.

Displaced Palestinian Families North of Syria Rally over Dire Conditions

Families deported from southern Damascus to Deir Balut Camp, north of Syria, called on the concerned authorities to urgently step in and work on improving living conditions for dozens of impoverished families in the area. The protesters spoke up for

Meeting Held in Yarmouk Pushes for Urgent Reconstruction

A so-called “First Forum for the Reconstruction of Yarmouk Camp” was held at the office of AlBaath Party in Yarmouk. Representatives of Syrian and Palestinian civil society were in attendance. The meeting culminated in a consent to outline roadmaps and

Palestinians from Syria Prevented from Burying Their Relatives in Lebanon

Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon said they could not find tombs to bury their dead relatives. Palestinian activists in AlBekaa said an elderly man from Yarmouk Camp was laid to rest seven days after he was pronounced dead. A Lebanese

Meeting between PLO, Syrian Officials Culminate in Pledges to Reconstruct Yarmouk

A delegation of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) wrapped up on Saturday a visit to Damascus, where it met with Syrian officials over the situation of Palestinian refugees in war-ragged Syria. Members of the PLO Executive Committee, Azzam AlAhmad, Ahmed

Palestinian activist Youssef AlKubra, from AlNeirab Camp still in custody

The Syrian government forces have kept Palestinian activist Youssef AlKubra, from AlNeirab Camp for Palestinian refugees in Aleppo, in custody. Youssef is an affiliate of the anti-occupation Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine. AGPS documented the incarceration of 1,680 Palestinians

Jafra Provides Water Supplies to Displaced Palestinian Families

The Jafra Foundation for Relief and Development filled water tanks for a number of Palestinian refugees seeking shelter in Yalda and Babila, south of Damascus. 2,000 refugees, among them thousands of families who were forcibly displaced from Yarmouk, have

AGPS: Disastrous Situation Endured by Residents of Yarmouk Camp

Head of AGPS Research Department, Ibrahim AlAli, warned of a serious disaster rocking Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, south of Damascus, after the Syrian government forces regained control over the area in May. AlAli said families displaced from Yarmouk have

Palestinian Refugee Tortured to Death in Syrian Gov’t Dungeons

Palestinian refugee Samer Salim Jarbou’ was tortured to death in Syrian government jails, where he had been locked up for nearly five years. His death certificate was handed over to his family. AGPS documented the death of 526 Palestinians under

Hundreds of Children in AlRukban Camp in Need of Urgent Medical Treatment

Medics and paramedics in AlRukban Camp, on the Syrian-Jordanian borders, called on the international humanitarian institutions and concerned human rights bodies to urgently step in and safe dozens of children suffering from severe diarrhea and hepatitis A. Medics appealed for

Palestinians of Syria in Lebanon Grappling with Abject Living Conditions

Thousands of Palestinians who have sought shelter in Lebanon have been subjected dire conditions as a result of their fragile legal status and their lack of access to the local labor market. Several refugees have faced blackmailing while others were

Displaced Palestinians North of Syria Appeal for Urgent Action by UNRWA, Int’l Institutions

In letters emailed to AGPS, Palestinian refugees forcibly deported from Yarmouk Camp to northern Syria appealed to UNRWA to deliver its in-kind and cash aids to the displaced families as has been the case in government-held zones. The displaced families

2 Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Jails

Palestinian refugees Yazen Akrem Amayri, from Yarmouk Camp, and Mootasem Ahmed Yousef, from Khan Eshieh Camp, died under torture in Syrian government penitentiaries, bringing the number of torture victims among the Palestinians of Syria to 526. Recently the Syrian government

Palestinian Resident of Raml Camp Pronounced Dead

Palestinian refugee Mohamed Ameer AlSebsi, from AlRaml Camp, was killed as he fought alongside the government forces in Latakia suburbs. AGPS kept record of the death of 39 Palestinians from Latakia Camp due to war-related incidents in Syria.

DUIK 16 Dubbed “Bassel” Launched in Honor of Bassel Khartabil Safadi

French company Rainbox announced the release of DUIK 16, dubbed "Bassel" in honor of Palestinian militant activist Bassel Khartabil Safadi. As part of the move, DUIK added more standard animation tools and workflows to be used in commercial animation applications

Palestinian Refugee Fawzi Hamid Released from Syrian Gov’t Lock-Up

Palestinian refugee Fawzi Hamid, kidnapped on May 21, 218, after the government forces recaptured Yarmouk Camp, was released from a government jail. Hamid and a group of elderly persons who refused to leave Yarmouk and called for the neutralization of

Palestinian Red Crescent in Lebanon announced a delegation of surgeons arrived in Lebanon

The Palestinian Red Crescent Society in Lebanon, in partnership with the World Relief Organization, announced that a delegation of surgeons arrived in Lebanon to conduct surgeries for blue water patients at AlHmashari Hospital in Sidon. Concerned patients should fill out

Anti-Occupation Militant among 2 Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Dungeons

Palestinian refugee Abdul Salam Khaled Abdul Al was killed under tortured in Syrian government jails. He was kidnapped by the government forces some three years ago and kept in custody ever since, before he was pronounced dead on Wednesday. Activists

Russian Police Enter AlMuzeireeb South of Syria

Russian cops entered AlMuzeireeb town on Wednesday following an agreement with the opposition outfits. Recently, Syrian government forces and their war partners struck AlMuzeireeb and Daraa Camp, among other populated zones, forcing thousands of Palestinians to seek shelter elsewhere.

Power Crisis Rocks AlHusainiya Camp

Residents of AlHusainiya Camp denounced the power blackouts and the acute dearth in drinking-water supplies in the area. Reporting from the camp, a Facebook page slammed the apathy maintained by the concerned authorities as regards the residents’ appeals for help

Displaced Palestinian Families South of Damascus Struggling for Survival

Hundreds of displaced Palestinian families seeking refuge in Yalda, Babila, and Beit Sahem, south of Damascus, have launched cries for help over the abject living conditions they have been made to endure in the area due to the price hike

Turkish Embassy in Lebanon Suspending Visas for Palestinians from Syria

The Turkish Embassy in Lebanon continues to prevent Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon from obtaining visas. As a result, hundreds of Palestinians from Syria have embarked on life-threatening journeys via illegal immigration roads to reach Turkey, fleeing war-tattered Syria

Palestinian Refugees from Syria Stranded in Thailand Sound Distress Signals

Palestinians stranded in Thailand’s lock-ups for overstaying their visas appealed to the international human rights institutions to hold contacts with the Thai government so as to release them at the soonest time possible. Dozens of Palestinian and Syrian refugees from

Palestinian Refugee Tortured to Death in Syrian Jails

Palestinian refugee Mootaz Taher AlGhazi was killed under torture in Syrian government prisons. AlGhazi was kidnapped from his home in Rukn Adeen by the government forces in 2014 and had been kept in custody ever since.

Abdul Majid: Yarmouk Camp Not Included in New Rehabilitation Plan

Secretary of the Palestinian Resistance Factions in Syria, Khaled Abdul Majid, said Syrian officials told Palestinian leaders in Damascus that Yarmouk Camp, south of Damascus, will not undergo a comprehensive rehabilitation process and that the concerned Syrian authorities pledged to

Palestinian Family from Syria in Lebanon Goes Homeless

A Palestinian refugee from Syria called Umm Jalal and her children have gone homeless in Lebanon after they were forced out of a house where they have been taking shelter. The family failed to pay rental fees for four consecutive

6 Years Elapse Since Massacre against PLA, Perpetrator Remains Unidentified

July 10, 2018 marks the sixth anniversary of a massacre perpetrated against the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) by unidentified perpetrators. On July 10, 2012 anonymous militias kidnapped 16 PLA fighters on their way back from a military site in Misyaf

520 Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Dungeons

Palestinian young man Amer Khaled AlShehabi was killed under torture in Syrian government jails. The casualty, a resident of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees in Damascus, had been held captive for three consecutive years. His identity documents and death certificate

Data on Palestinian Detainees in Syria Available at Office of Refugees General Commission in Damascus

AGPS has learned that families of detained Palestinians who have been appealing for information regarding their relatives’ fate may access such data at the office of the Arab Palestinian Refugees General Commission in Ein Karsh. Concerned families should apply for civil

PLO Delegation Pops in Damascus

Member of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) Wasel Abu Youssef said a PLO delegation headed for Damascus on Monday to discuss bilateral ties and the situation in Palestinian refugee camps. Abu Youssef said the delegation, led

France, Sweden Opt for Pro-Refugee Steps

Human rights groups lauded France and Sweden over what they dubbed “positive steps” regarding the situation of illegal migrants. On Friday, July 6, 2018, France's Constitutional Court ruled that people could no longer be charged for helping migrants

Palestinians from Syria Denied Refugee Rights in Sudan

1,000 Palestinian refugees from Syria in Sudan have launched cries for help over the dire conditions they have been subjected to as a result of poverty and lack of financial resources. Several refugees have been left with no other

2 Palestinian Refugees Killed in Syria

Palestinian refugee Mohamed AlMesri, from AlHusainiya Camp, in Rif Dimashq, died under torture in Syrian government jails, bringing the number of victims of torture to 519. AlMesri was kidnapped by Fatah AlIntifada and the Popular Front for the Liberation of

Rally Staged by Displaced Palestinians North of Syria in Solidarity with Daraa

Displaced Palestinians and Syrians seeking shelter in AlBal Camp, in Aleppo’s suburbs, north of Syria, rallied in solidarity with the residents of Daraa, south of Syria. The rally-goers condemned the massacres perpetrated by the Syrian and Russian forces against civilians

Photo Exhibition in Germany Shows Horror of Torture in Syrian Dungeons

Photos of victims of torture in Syrian lock-ups were put on display in an exhibition held in Stuttgart, south of Germany. The photos were leaked by a Syrian military police breakaway, codenamed Caesar. The exhibition held by the Caesar group

200,000 Refugees with Subsidiary Protection Status to Benefit from Family Reunification

200,000 refugees, mostly from Syria, are expected to benefit from a law green-lighted by the German State Council on Friday following a debate on a draft resolution put forth by the Bundestag on June 15. The law rules for

40,000 Palestinians from Syria Facing Disastrous Conditions due to Bloody Hostilities South of Syria

Over 40,000 Palestinian refugees who fled their homes as a result of the heavy shelling on opposition-led areas have been enduring dire humanitarian conditions south of Syria AGPS reporter said residents of Daraa Camp and AlMuzeireeb town, in Daraa’s

Two Palestinian Refugees Killed in Raging Hostilities South of Syria

Palestinian refugees Ahmed Mohamed Ibrahim and Anwar Nayef AlKhatib, from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA), were pronounced dead in fights waged against ISIS in AlSuweida desert, south of Syria. AGPS documented the death of 240 Palestinians as they fought alongside

Syrian Gov’t Forces Strike AlMuzeireeb Town

AGPS correspondent said the Syrian government forces and their war abettors targeted on Friday morning AlMuzeireeb town, south of Syria, with mortar shells, inflicting heavy material damage on civilian homes. Thousands of Palestinians who were forced out of their homes

PLO Honors Volunteer Instructors South of Damascus

Ambassador Anwar Abdul Hadi, the director of the Political Department of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), honored instructors volunteering in Yarmouk Camp and Yalda town. Financial rewards and certificates of appreciation were offered to the instructors in recognition of their sacrifices and

Palestinians of Syria Relief Commission Appeals for Urgent Humanitarian Assistance South of Syria

The Commission of Palestinians of Syria for Relief and Development in Daraa called on the Palestine Liberation Organization and all other concerned bodies to take urgent action as regards the situation of Palestinian refugees in the embattled Syrian territories. In

UNRWA Commissioner-General: Palestinian Students from Syria Are a Source of Inspiration to Entire World

UNRWA Commissioner-General Pierre Krähenbühl, who visited Yarmouk Camp on Tuesday, took part in a ceremony held in Damascus to honor a group of highest performing 9th Grade UNRWA students, the vast majority of whom are girls. The event

UNRWA to Update Data of Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon

UNRWA in Birut announced its decision to update the data of Palestinians from Syria from 08:00 a.m. to 02:00 p.m. UNRWA called on all family members to bring their identity documents. Family members aged fifteen or above should

Report on Palestinians of Syria Onboard of UN Official Archive

A report on the situation of Palestinian refugees in war-torn Syria was submitted by the Palestinian Return Centre (PRC) at the UN Human Rights Council, bringing a fruitful participation in the council’s 38th session to a close. The report, entitled

Charity Campaign Lends Hand to Palestinians from Syria in Turkey

AlKheyr Campaign, launched by the Palestine Embassy in Turkey, distributed cash and in-kind aids to Palestinian families from Syria and Iraq. Reporting from Turkey, AGPS correspondent said the campaign has been ongoing for the fourth consecutive day. Some 13 families

Dozens of Residents of AlAyedeen Camp in Homs Fall Prey to Fatal Torture, Forced Disappearance

According to recent data by the Syrian government, 33 Palestinian refugees faced forced disappearance or death under torture in Syrian government lock-ups, 19 among them are residents of AlAyedeen Camp in Hama and 14 from Homs-based AlAyedeen Camp. AGPS documented

PLA Fighter Pronounced Dead in Daraa Hostilities

Palestinian resident of Khan Dannun Camp Ahmed Suleiman Khaled AlKhatab, from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA), died as he fought alongside the government forces in Daraa city, south of Syria.

Residents of Khan Khannun Camp Denounce Bread Crisis

Residents of Khan Dannun Camp for Palestinian refugees in Rif Dimashq spoke out against the poor-quality bread sold to the residents. The locals said bread is unfit for human consumption, holding the government’s quality control staff responsible for the crisis

UNRWA Commissioner-General: Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees Lies in Utter Ruin

UNRWA Commissioner-General Pierre Krähenbühl who visited Yarmouk Camp on Tuesday said: “The scale of the destruction in Yarmouk compares to very little else that I have seen in many years of humanitarian work in conflict zones”. Once a

Syrian Gov’t Forces Strike Daraa Camp with Machine Gunfire & Mortar Shells

The Syrian government forces targeted Daraa Camp with heavy spates of machine gunfire and mortar shells, inflicting material damage. At the same time fierce clashes burst out on the outskirts of the camp between the opposition outfits and the government

Khan Eshieh Residents Appeal for Waste Clearance

Residents of Khan Eshieh called on the mayor Omar AlShemali to urgently work on removing the mounds of trash pile accumulated in the streets, expressing fears of the uncontrolled propagation of insects, rodents, and health-threatening smells. Reporting from Khan Eshieh

518 Palestinian Refugees Tortured to Death in Syrian Gov’t Dungeons

AGPS documented the death of 518 Palestinian refugees under torture in Syrian government jails, though field reporters believe the real number to be far higher due to the government’s reticence to reveal the names and fates of Palestinian detainees’ and

Concerns over Property Confiscation in Yarmouk Camp under Guise of New Rehabilitation Plan

Residents of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees have voiced deep concern over the misappropriation of their property and belongings as part of a new organization chart to rehabilitate the camp and alter Damascus demographic character. The plan comes in the

Mekdad: Palestinian Refugee Camps Ruined by Terrorist Militias in Cooperation with Israel

Media sources quoted Syria’s Deputy Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad as stating that terrorist militias in partnership with Israel targeted Palestinian refugee camps in Syria and destroyed their facilities. Mekdad reportedly said during a meeting with UNRWA’s Commissioner-General Pierre Krähenbühl

Palestinian Refugee Mahmoud Abu Khalifa Goes Missing from Kilis in Turkey for 8th Day

Palestinian young man Ahmed Hamid, from AlAyedeen Camp in Hums, has gone missing since 2013 on his way to Tartous city to work as a taxi driver. His family said they have received no pieces of information as regard’s their

Resident of AlAyedeen Camp in Homs Missing Since 2013, Family Appeals for Information

Palestinian refugee Mahmoud Abu Khalifa, aged 32, disappeared from Kilis city, in Turkey, some eight days ago. His family called on the human rights institutions to take urgent action so as to unveil their son’s location. In a letter sent

Palestinian from Syria Launches Cry for Help over Child’s Need of Urgent Treatment Fees

Palestinian refugee from Syria in Lebanon Ahmed Maghames appealed to the human rights organizations, the Red Crescent, the Red Cross, the Palestine Liberation Organization, and the Palestinian factions in Lebanon to help him raise funds so as to save his

Names of Six Palestinians Tortured to Death in Syrian Dungeons Released

Reporting from AlAyedeen Camp in Hums, AGPS correspondent revealed the names of six more Palestinian refugees who were killed under torture in Syrian government jails. The casualties’ families received the death reports through the Refugees Foundation in Hums. AGPS reporter

AlMuzeireeb Town Comes Under Shelling

The Syrian government forces struck the Muzeireeb town, home to hundreds of Palestinian families south of Syria, with mortar shells, causing heavy material damage. No injuries were reported among civilians. Thousands of Palestinians and Syrians have fled their homes in

Yarmouk Camp Included in Damascus Rehabilitation Chart

Syria’s Council of Ministers green-lighted, following a meeting held on Monday, a bid to rehabilitate recaptured zones in Damascus. The cabinet tasked the Minister of Public Works and Housing with setting an organizational plan to rehabilitate Jober, Barzah, Qaboun, and

Relief Items Distributed to Civilians Displaced from Yarmouk Camp

The Jafra Foundation for Relief and Development continues to hand over food boxes to families displaced from Yarmouk Camp and sheltered in the nearby towns of Yalda, Beit Sahem, and Babilla, south of Damascus. Palestinian refugees taking shelter south of

9 Palestinian Refugees from AlAyedeen Camp in Homs Tortured to Death in Syrian Lock-Ups

Nine Palestinian refugees sheltered in AlAyedeen Camp in Homs were killed under torture in Syrian government jails. AGPS reporter identified six casualties as Fadi Taha, aged 26, Musab Sharifa, 27, Muhammad Ali Namer Ayoub, Mohammed Saleh AlGhalawi, Mohammed Ghadban, and

Thousands Leave AlMuzeireeb Due to Escalation of Hostilities

Thousands of Palestinians and Syrians have sought shelter outside of AlMuzeireeb town due to the soaring warfare waged between the Syrian government forces, escorted by their Russian abettors, and the opposition groups. Reporting from Syria, AGPS news correspondent said hundreds

Barefoot Palestinian Child Left without Roof over His Head in Damascus Streets

A video circulated on social media networks showed a barefoot Palestinian child, believed to be from Yarmouk Camp, as living rough in Damascus streets. The child said he fled a so-called “Child’s Rights Shelter” due to the heavy beating he

Eighth Medical Week Launched for Yarmouk Residents South of Damascus

The Charity Commission for Relief of the Palestinian People, in partnership with the Palestinian Red Crescent, embarked on the “Eight Medical Week” campaign for the people of Yarmouk sheltered in Yalda town, south of Damascus. The campaign kicked off on

30 Palestinians Pronounced Dead in War-Ragged Syria in June 2018

AGPS kept record of the death of 30 Palestinians in June 2018 due to war-related incidents in Syria, 25 among whom died under torture in Syrian government dungeons. Three casualties died in unidentified circumstances, a refugee was assassinated, and another

2 Palestinian Refugees from Hama-Based AlAydeen Camp Killed Under Torture in Syrian Gov’t Dungeons

Activists in AlAyedeen refugee camp in Hama unraveled the names of two more Palestinian refugees who died under torture in Syrian government lock-ups. The families of Alaa Abdul Rahman Abdullah AlYamani and Ahmad Darweesh Makboul were notified of the death

Dozens of Cluster Bombs Removed from Handarat Camp in Aleppo

An engineering unit from the pro-government Liwa AlQuds battalion has begun clearing Handarat refugee camp, in Aleppo, from cluster bombs. AGPS news correspondent said dozens of unexploded cluster bombs were amassed while dozens more were detonated away from populated areas

Situation of Palestinian Refugees Takes Turn for Worse South of Syria

Alarm bells continue to be sounded over the humanitarian situation endured by Palestinian refugee communities south of Syria as a result of the military operations carried out by the government forces on southern Daraa neighborhoods. Jordan’s closure of its borders

Member of AlQuds Brigade Arrested by Gov’t Forces

Palestinian refugee Samer Rafe’, a commander at the pro-government Liwaa AlQuds brigade, was arrested by government troops following a shootout with a government gunman at a checkpoint in Latakia. Residents of AlNeirab Camp said ill-famed Samer Rafe’ was once arrested

222 Palestinians Killed While Fighting Alongside PLA in War-Ravaged Syria

AGPS documented the death of 222 fighters from the Palestine Liberation Army (PLA) as they took part in bloody hostilities in war-torn Syria. Most of the PLA casualties were pronounced dead in Tel Kurdi, in Rif Dimashq, and in the

Shelling, Clashes Rock Yarmouk Camp

ISIS struck on Saturday Tahrir AlSham-led zones west of Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian Refugees with mortar shells, resulting in heavy material damage. At the same time, fierce clashes flared up between ISIS and Tahrir AlSham battalions. Reporting from the area

ISIS Tightens Grip on Civilians West of Yarmouk Camp

Sources from Yarmouk Camp told AGPS that negotiations held between the Syrian government and armed groups (Tahrir AlSham and ISIS) to have gunmen from the latter battalions retreat to northern Syria have been frozen. A number of wounded fighters from

3 Palestinian Brothers Held in Syrian Jails

Three Palestinian brothers have been held in Syrian government lock-ups for the fifth year running. Two brothers turned themselves in following pledges by the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP)–General Command (GC) to work out their case. The

7 Migrants Dead as Boat Capsizes off Turkish Coast

The Turkish authorities said seven migrants, among whom five children, were found dead after a boat carrying illegal migrants capsized off the Aegean coast. The bodies of five children and two women were pulled off Izmir seashore in a rescue

Palestinians of Syria: July 30, 2017 Statistics:

At least 3,542 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. 1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular

Syrian Army Forces Kidnap Palestinian from Khan AlSheih Camp, Force Shopkeepers to Feign Alliance with Incumbent Regime

Reporting from Khan AlSheih Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq, AGPS news correspondent said the Palestinian young man Adel AlArjawi was kidnapped by the Syrian security forces from his home in the area on Saturday morning. The Syrian government

Syrian, Palestinian Children in Lebanon to Undergo Orthopedic Surgeries

The Union of Relief and Development Associations in Lebanon, in partnership with Dar AlWafa Clinic, announced the launch of orthopedic surgeries for refugee children in Lebanon. Patients are slated to show up at the clinic on Wednesday from 12:00 a

Islamic Jihad Affiliate Held in Syrian Jail for 3rd Consecutive Year

Palestinian refugee Ubaida Alyan, aged 24, has been enduring a mysterious fate in Syrian government lock-ups. Alyan, affiliated with the Islamic Jihad Movement in Palestine, was kidnapped by the government troops stationed in AlZahira, in Damascus, on March 31, 2014

Palestinians of Syria: July 29, 2017 Statistics:

At least 3,542 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. 1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular

Sick Civilians Denied Access out of Yarmouk Camp through ISIS, Gov’t Checkpoints in War-Torn Syria

Sick civilians stranded in besieged Yarmouk Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Damascus, have been denied access out of the area to receive urgent treatment somewhere in the camp or in opposition-led zones. A tough cordon has been enforced by the

Palestinian Refugee Dies in Raging Hostilities

Palestinian refugee Layth Farid Ali, nicknamed Tago, died as took part in bloody battles in the Syrian territories. The victim was a resident of Jaramana Camp for Palestinian refugees, in Rif Dimashq. AGPS documented the death of 3,540 Palestinians

Sounds of Heavy Blasts Detected in Yarmouk Camp

Sounds of heavy blasts were spotted in Yarmouk at the crack of dawn. The source of the blast remains unknown. ISIS has been holding sway over large parts of Yarmouk Camp since early April 2015.

Water Crisis Rocks AlMzeirib Community South of Syria

AlMzeirib community, south of Syria, has been grappling with an acute dearth in drinking water after the local lake–the sole water supplier for hundreds of families in the area—has dried out as a result of the uncontrolled excavation of artesian

Palestinians of Syria: July 28, 2017 Statistics:

At least 3,542 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. 1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular

PFLP Fighter Killed in Raging Hostilities

Palestinian refugee Ahmed Mohamed Eishan, from the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) – General Command, died as he took part in bloody battles waged east of AlSalamiya city, located some 30 kilometers east of Hama province. AGPS

UNRWA is about to Evacuate 2,000 Displaced Palestinians from DTC Shelter to Rif Dimashq

Special sources confirmed to AGPS that UNRWA-run Damascus Training Center (DTC), in AlMezzeh, is to be evacuated soon as shelter for the displaced Palestinian families. According to our sources; DTC’s head, Fawzi AlMadfa’, gave a green light to the evacuation

UNRWA Sets Date for Exit of Secondary School Enrollees from Southern Damascus

UNRWA and the General Commission for Palestinian Refugees announced Friday July 28 as the date scheduled for the departure of secondary school students from Yarmouk to Damascus to sit for catch-up round exams. The registered students are slated to gather

3 Palestinian Students from Khan AlSheih Camp Released from Syrian Jail

Three Palestinian students—Nizar Sa’id AlNader, Mahmoud Jamil Noufel, and Ahmed Mahmoud Ibrahim— sheltered in Khan Alsheih Camp, were released from Syrian penitentiaries. The three students were kidnapped by the Syrian regime troops on June 4 on their way to Artouz

Palestinians of Syria: July 27, 2017 Statistics and Numbers

•At least 3,541 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. •1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. •Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular Front

13 People Found Dead in Overcrowded Dinghy off Libyan Coast

More than a dozen dead bodies have been recovered from a rubber dinghy crammed with 167 people off the coast of Libya. Among the 13 dead, thought to be refugees fleeing bloody warfare, were pregnant women, according to Spanish rescue group

84 Palestinian Refugees Killed Outside Syria until End of June 2017

AGPS kept record of the names of 84 Palestinian refugees killed outside the Syrian territories, 17 among whom in Libya, 15 in Egypt, and 15 in Lebanon. Eight refugees died in Greece and 12 others in Turkey. Six more Palestinians

Palestinian Resident of Khan AlSheih Released from Syrian Jail, 3 Others Enduring Mysterious Fate

The Palestinian refugee from Syria Jihad Ata Dwei’er, a resident of Khan AlSheih Camp, was released from a Syrian government jail, where he had been held since June 10. Newly-released Jihad was arrested by the Syrian government forces in Artouz

Palestine Charity Speaks Up for AlAqsa Mosque

The Palestine Charity Commission south of Damascus announced the launch of a series of protest events in response to the soaring Israeli violations at AlAqsa Mosque and against worshipers in Occupied Jerusalem. The event is slated to take place on

Palestinians of Syria: July 26, 2017 Statistics and Numbers

•At least 3,540 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. •1,615 Palestinian refugees, including 101 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. •Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular Front

Syrian Opposition Coalition to Withdraw White Helmets from Yarmouk Camp

The National Coalition for Syrian Revolution and Opposition Forces unraveled a decision to transfer members of the White Helmets (Syria Civil Defense) from Yarmouk Camp to the nearby towns of Yalda, Babila, and Beit Sahem. Those stranded in Yarmouk will

80% of AlSbeina Camp Buildings Reduced to Rubble

80% of AlSbeina buildings have been subjected to quasi-total destruction, particularly in the area stretching from Muadh Ibn Jabal Mosque to the Kurds Oven, which makes the western entrance to the shelter. Residents of AlSebeina Camp for Palestinian refugees in

Palestinians from Syria in Lebanon Launch Cry for Help

Palestinian refugees from Syria in Lebanon have slammed the apathy maintained by relief institutions and charities vis-à-vis the tragic situation they have been made to endure in the Lebanese territories. At the same time, the Lebanese authorities continue to

Palestinians of Syria: July 25, 2017 Statistics and Numbers

•At least 3,540 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. •1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. •Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular Front

Violent Clashes Rock Outer Edges of Blockaded Yarmouk Camp

Violent clashes burst out between ISIS and Jaysh AlIslam after ISIS fighters attempted to creep into AlZein neighborhood, controlled by Jaysh AlIslam battalion. Residents of Yarmouk Camp, blockaded for 1,460 days running, continue to sound distress signals over the

Palestinian Refugee Killed in Raging Hostilities

The Palestinian refugee Hassan Khneifes, sheltered in AlHusseiniya Camp, died as he took part in bloody hostilities in Syria. AGPS documented the death of 117 Palestinian residents of AlHusseiniya Camp in the rampant warfare.

11 Members of AlJalil Battalion Pronounced Dead in AlRaqqa

AlJalil Forces, the military wing of the pro-government Return Youth Movement, said 11 fighters were killed and 28 others wounded in battles waged in AlRasafa area, in AlRaqqa suburbs. On Facebook, AlJalil battalion mourned the death of Ilyas Agha, Ahmed

Over 100 Female Palestinian Refugees Held in Syrian Jails

AGPS kept record of the incarceration of 102 Palestinian women and girls in Syrian government lock-ups. According to affidavits by ex-detainees, Palestinian women and girls have been subjected to harsh psycho-physical torture tactics in Syrian penitentiaries, including electric shocks, heavy

Palestinians of Syria: July 24, 2017 Statistics and Numbers

•At least 3,540 Palestinians, including 463 women, were killed in war-torn Syria. •1,621 Palestinian refugees, including 102 women, are incarcerated in Syrian government lock-ups. •Yarmouk refugee camp has been blockaded by the Syrian regime army and Popular Front

Palestinians from Syria Detained in Libya

Palestinian activists said a number of Palestinian refugees from Syria have been detained in Libya’s northeastern city of Benghazi. Other refugees were kidnapped from Bani Walid area, northwest of Libya. The activists said they have failed to reach out to

Residents of Khan AlSheih Denied Access to Their Homes through Gov’t Roadblocks

The Syrian government patrols deployed at checkpoints pitched around Khan AlSheih have been banning civilians from returning to their homes, in contravention of the reconciliation deal struck with the opposition outfits that retreated from Khan AlSheih. The deal stipulated that

Palestinian Medics Enduring Mysterious Fate in Syrian Penitentiaries

A number of Palestinian medics and paramedics have had mysterious fates in Syrian regime lock-ups. Others have reportedly been tortured to death on allegations of providing medical and humanitarian assistance to rival parties. The list of missing medics included general