“The UN
refugee agency on Friday said it was deeply concerned about the
desperate situation for thousands of people fleeing fighting in the
central Iraqi city of Ramadi who continue to face challenges reaching
safe areas.”
“The
International Organization for Migration estimates that some 85,000
people have fled Ramadi and surrounding areas since fresh fighting
between militants and pro-government troops erupted in mid-May. The
vast majority – about 85 per cent – remain in Anbar governorate.
In total, more than 180,000 people are estimated to have been
displaced from the Ramadi area since hostilities began in early
April.”
“Unable
to move to other provinces, thousands of displaced people congregated
around the city of Al-Khalidiya (east of Ramadi and also the scene of
fighting in recent weeks) then moved to Al Madina Al Siyahiya and to
Amriyat Al-Falujah, where UNHCR has provided aid at collective
shelters. 'But much more support is needed in these districts, where
many still live in overcrowded conditions, without access to clean
water or proper sanitation,' Spindler [UNHCR spokesman] said.”
“Adequate
shelter is one of the key needs for thousands of displaced people,
who are out in the heat for long periods. The refugee agency is
focusing on providing shelter for the displaced, including in Baghdad
governorate as well as Qoratu camp.”
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