Due to the violence erupting in northwestern Syria, more than three lakh people have been forced to be displaced in the last few days. Other armed groups, led by the Security Council-banned terrorist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, have carried out large-scale attacks against Syrian government-controlled areas, worsening the situation. Senior OCHA official Adam Abdelmoula said in a statement issued on Saturday that UN staff who are not involved in urgent work are being affected by the rapidly changing situation. In view of this, he is being sent out of the country. UN Resident Coordinator and Humanitarian Coordinator stressed that rumors that the UN is evacuating all its staff from Syria are false, but this is a lie. Adam Abdelmoula clarified that this is due to the evacuation of all staff from Syria to safety. It is not a matter of concern and the organization is fully committed to the people of the country. “The United Nations remains fully committed to maintaining a presence in Syria and delivering life-saving assistance to people at this critical time.” According to a senior UN official, the humanitarian situation in the country is worsening and many displaced people are now fleeing the country. Trying to find shelter in the northeastern part of. Many people are trapped in the frontline areas of the fighting and it is not possible for them to get out from there. “The number of civilian casualties is continuously increasing, including women and children. This situation underlines the importance of a coordinated humanitarian response.” In this context, he urged all parties to protect civilians and aid workers and to fulfill their obligations under international humanitarian law. Humanitarian coordinator Adam Abdelmoula said that UN staff in Syria are trying to continue important humanitarian efforts and aid operations. "Whether it's food, water or medical aid, we are determined to reach those in need, no matter where they are." Urging political talks Meanwhile, UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen called for urgent talks in Geneva. While giving information to journalists in Qatar's capital Doha, he stressed on the need to stop violent conflict in Syria, establish peace, avoid bloodshed and protect common people. Reiterated the appeal to protect civilians. The Special Envoy said that a process has to be started by which the legitimate aspirations of the Syrian people can be fulfilled. He has met the ministers of Iran, Russia and Turkey and the US, Have also held discussions with representatives of France, Britain, Germany and European Union. Geir Pedersen said that for the implementation of Security Council Resolution 2254 in Geneva There is an urgent need for political dialogue, which provides a roadmap to establish peace in Syria and advance the political process under the leadership of the Syrian people.
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