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WFP Cuts Food Aid for Syrian Refugees in Jordan
The World Food Programme is facing a severe funding shortage, which has led to the suspension of its food aid to Syrian refugees living in host communities in Jordan since April 2026. Meanwhile, some assistance continues to be provided within the camps, with reduced cash transfer amounts to cover part of their needs. In June, the program provided food aid to approximately 83,000 Syrian refugees inside the camps, at a rate of 15 Jordanian Dinars (21 USD) per person, after reductions due to the funding crisis. Its needs have accumulated to $24 million to cover the next six months from July to December 2026. Jordan hosts about 3.5 million refugees, including over two million Palestinian refugees and 1.3 million Syrians, of whom approximately 381,000 are registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees as of June. Additionally, the program continues, as part of its 2023-2027 plan, to provide unconditional food assistance and support protection and education programs. It is also implementing training projects aimed at enhancing refugees' skills and increasing their economic resilience, with observed improvements in income levels and social confidence among participants. On another note, an assessment indicated that approximately 70% of Syrian refugees wish to return to Syria. It is anticipated that the number of returnees this year will be less than the expected 75,000, with around 32,000 refugees having returned since the beginning of the year.
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