Around 195200 Syrian refugees have gone back to Syria since December 8th 2024. This is what Filippo Grandi the UN High Commissioner for Refugees said. He shared the numbers on social media on January 16th. These people are returning after the Syrian government changed. It’s a big change in where Syrian refugees are going.
This return of almost 200000 Syrians is important because it shows what’s happening after the conflict. The big change in government on December 8th seems to be why people are going back. The UN agency that helps refugees UNHCR confirmed these numbers. This shows how many people have moved in the past few weeks.
Filippo Grandi also said he plans to visit Syria and nearby countries soon. He wants to show the UN’s continued support for refugees and their work there. This trip will help the UN understand what’s needed and offer more help to people affected by the conflict.