Over 825,000 Displaced Syrians Return Home Amid Ongoing Crisis

Following the recent ousting of Bashar al-Assad, many displaced Syrians are returning to Homs, a city that was once a stronghold of the revolution. Despite the destruction they encounter, with homes in ruins and lacking basic amenities, many residents express joy at returning to their neighborhoods. The siege of Homs, which lasted two years, resulted in significant loss of life and hardship for those trapped within. Meanwhile, over 825,000 displaced individuals have returned to their homes across Syria since December, although nearly 2 million remain homeless. Humanitarian agencies are providing support, including winter aid and repairs to essential infrastructure, but they face a severe funding shortfall, receiving less than 10 percent of the required $1.2 billion for assistance. The situation underscores both the resilience of returning families and the ongoing challenges faced by displaced populations in Syria.