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13.05.2024 15:32 Countries: Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Congo, Egypt, Iran , Iraq, Kazakhstan, Liberia, occupied Palestinian territory, Pakistan, Russian Federation, Somalia, Sudan, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Yemen Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. According to the latest available figures from the Turkish Presidency of Migration Management , there are more than 4.5 million foreign nationals present in Turkish territory, 3.4 million of whom are seeking international protection. Most are Syrians who are granted temporary protection status. In addition, international protection applicants from countries including Iraq, Afghanistan and the Islamic Republic of Iran constitute another group of foreign nationals. According to PMM, there were 19,017 international protection applicants present in Türkiye in 2023, published annually. Moreover, according to United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees , there were 296,6853 refugees and asylum-seekers in Türkiye as of 2023. Since December 2023 the number of Syrians residing in camps has decreased by 4,085. In addition, there are 1,129,958 foreign nationals present in Türkiye, holding residence permits. Compared to the fourth quarter of 2023, this is an increase of 22,926 individuals. According to PMM, 58,760 migrants in irregular situation of different nationalities were apprehended in Türkiye in the first quarter. This figure was 88,437 in the previous reporting period of 2023.

10.05.2024 19:20 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file.

10.05.2024 19:20 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Sources: Turkish Red Crescent Society, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file.

10.05.2024 02:41 Country: Türkiye Source: UN Children's Fund Please refer to the attached file. Highlights In the first quarter of 2024, UNICEF together with government and civil society partners, has reached 31,281 children and caregivers with mental health and psychosocial support, and over 3.4 million women, boys and girls with awareness and information on to prevent and mitigate gender-based violence, including through social media. UNICEF and its partners supported 14,597 individuals, including children and adolescents , with diverse types of hygiene kits tailored to their specific needs. UNICEF supported 39,181 children with access to formal and non-formal education, including early childhood education; and 2,040 children received education supplies. In total, 23,000 people were reached with NFIs during the reporting period. More than 47,000 children have access to immunization services through UNICEF’s provision of vaccines to the Ministry of Health. Moreover, more than 12,000 children/caregivers received infant and young child feeding counselling sessions through UNICEF-supported mechanisms. As of 31 March 2024, UNICEF received US$ 6.3 million. With carry-over funding of US$ 53.4 million. A funding gap of US$ 56.4 million against a funding requirement of US$ 116 million remains. Situation Overview & Humanitarian Needs The February 2023 earthquakes immediately displaced around 3.3 million people, of which 2 million sought shelter in tents and containers. One year after the earthquakes, still more than 675,000 individuals are staying in 392 formal container sites in 11 provinces . The data on the total number of people living in informal temporary settlements for all affected provinces is still limited. Access to education has been hampered for nearly 4 million children, including around 390,000 refugee and migrant children in 11 provinces and by damaged infrastructure, financial constraints, language barriers, and the lack of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support , exacerbating challenges for host communities and refugee children, particularly post-earthquake. Limited access to higher education persists due to financial constraints and the lack of scholarships. Among the severely affected provinces, 2,100 school buildings sustained damage: 1,385 slightly, 342 moderately, and 292 severely. In response, the education sector has rehabilitated 641 affected educational facilities by end of year 2023. Plans are underway to rehabilitate 1,076 classrooms, benefiting 125,057 children this year. The findings from the education sector working group assessment describe that 17 percent of sites reported a lack of access to formal primary education in-proximity. The lack of access to face-to-face education was most prevalent in Adıyaman and Kahramanmaraş , whereas most of the sites in Malatya , Gaziantep , and Hatay reported formal primary education available within the site to be sufficient to meet residents’ needs. Efforts have been concentrated on integrating early recovery strategies with the Ministry of National Education, provincial education authorities, municipalities, international and national organizations, and other civil society partners. In health, access to health services remains to be a challenge. UNICEF continues its support to the Ministry of Health in strengthening the cold chain management system in earthquake affected areas. Although the number of primary health clinics are increasing, data on availability and access to health services remains a challenge. Children with disabilities report challenges in accessing rehabilitation services and the need for assistive technologies. Monitoring of a young child's physical growth and development is not yet universally available. UNICEF supports the Ministry of Health efforts in strengthening primary health care through procurement and capacity building. There is an increasing need for young child feeding support. Anecdotal data from earthquake area shows the increasing number of children that are malnourished. Fragmented data shows the decreasing trend in exclusive breastfeeding. Partners report on increasing number of children with celiac syndrome, who are in need of a gluten-free diet. Protracted displacement, overstretched social services and difficult socioeconomic conditions triggered by higher inflation have compounded the vulnerability of affected children and families, posing risks to children’s wellbeing. Adequate shelter, limited access to water and sanitation facilities, especially hygiene items for women and girls, are major issues in overcrowded settlements. The psychological impact of the earthquakes on children and families remains evident besides the heightened risk of violence, abuse and exploitation. UNICEF-supported humanitarian assistance will continue throughout the response in 2024 and include service delivery support through mobile, facility and community-based approaches; supplies; and technical support to ensure appropriate age-, gender-, and disability-inclusive services for children and their families/caregivers.

08.05.2024 15:51 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached files. KEY UPDATES In the first quarter of 2024, partners have continued to complement government-led efforts to support affected populations with a range of humanitarian and recovery assistance, with particular focus on people in temporary settlements, residents in highly impacted provinces and refugees. A series of commemoration events took place in February 2024 to mark the one year anniversary of the earthquake, including a UN Delegation visit to Hatay, jointly with the Resident Coordinator, as well as a joint tree planting ceremony in Adiyaman – with the donation of 2000 saplings - on the 25th March, in memory of all those who lost their lives. On March 8, an international womens day event was organised with the participation of UN agencies, 14 government institutions and 15 NGOs, with a total of 600 women participating. The ABC has introduced NGO co-chairs in each hub, with support from Local Humanitarian Forum, supporting efforts to ensure effective collaboration with local partners. While there has been a reduction overall of informal sites, there continue to be populations residing in informal sites across the most affected provinces, mostly in rural areas, as well as generally in Hatay. Additionally, while population size and site-set up of formal sites has somewhat stabilised, there are still some that are expanding or finalising infrastructure. Those residing in sites with foldable containers - which do not have individual water and sanitation facilities, and are smaller - are among those prioritised for interventions. Authorities continue to work towards longer-term solutions for affected-populations, with the construction of permanent homes. Over 35,000 housing units have been been handed over to homeowners so far, while monthly handover ceremonies continue.4 Nevertheless, stays in temporary settlements are expected to be protracted, as many site residents are former renters, not eligible for new homes, who are facing livelihoods challenges which pose barriers to self-reliance and durable solutions. Overall, the earthquake response has experienced a significant reduction in funding, undermining the ability to respond to persisting needs. There continues to be an important role for partners to complement government efforts through provision of specialised services, assistance to populations in remote or rural locations, as well as supporting infrastructure and recurring needs in sites. ABC members will commence engagement with municipalities and development agencies in April, following the finalisation of local elections and the corresponding expected launch of local level 5 year strategic plans, with the view to provide complementary technical support to recovery, promoting a leave-no-one-behind approach.

08.05.2024 15:51 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached files. IOM Vision IOM Türkiye's vision consists of responding to persistent acute needs while addressing longer-term recovery and reconstruction exigencies by leveraging existing programmes and engagement in the early recovery sector, expanding durable solutions and enhancing disaster preparedness. IOM will also prioritize its ongoing assistance to Syrians under Temporary Protection , in line with the Regional Refugee and Resilience Plan . Moreover, IOM intends to leverage its extensive knowledge of mobility trends and leadership position in regional coordination mechanisms and the Temporary Settlement Support sector to provide an evidence base for its interventions. Context analysis On 6 February 2023, the Republic of Türkiye was struck by two major earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.7 and 7.6, occurring approximately nine hours apart. These earthquakes had a significant impact on a total of 11 provinces, including Kahramanmaraş, Malatya, Gaziantep, Şanlıurfa, Hatay, Kilis, Adana, Osmaniye, Adıyaman, Diyarbakır, and Elazığ. Tragically, the earthquakes resulted in more than 50,000 casualties. The 11 hardest-hit provinces, which also host 1.7 million Syrians under Temporary Protection , had over directly affected by these devastating events. Nine months after the earthquakes first struck, a minimum of continue to reside in tents and containers, with the majority having access only to basic services. Many have ongoing basic needs such as food, drinkable water, clothes and accommodation, and require access to healthcare and education. While humanitarian needs remain, the earthquakes have had significant negative impacts on livelihoods, employment, and the labour market, destroying hundreds of thousands of jobs and enterprises. Thus, there is a significant need to improve the living conditions of displaced populations, providing safe and secure housing solutions while enabling a safe and decent living and working environment as well as facilitating employment conditions necessary for the resumption of economic activities. At the same time, the risk of large-scale earthquakes in the Republic of Türkiye remains high due to its geographical location, with a 9.7 rating for earthquake exposure under the INFORM Risk Index. Similarly, the country is prone to flooding and extreme weather events, with the Republic of Türkiye acknowledging that climate change is already impacting the region. In light of this and following requests for disaster risk management support received from local municipalities, IOM will work with central government actors, provinces and municipalities to improve their capacity to assess disaster and displacement and to promptly and efficiently provide emergency support to migrants and communities at risk. Since the outbreak of the Syrian crisis in 2014, the Republic of Türkiye has been hosting the world's largest population of refugees. The number of SuTPs is more than , almost half of whom are children and around 46 per cent of whom are women and girls. Gender-based violence remains prevalent among women and girls in the form of domestic violence and early and forced marriages, according to the Inter-Agency Protection Sector Needs Assessment Round 6. Currently, live in urban and rural areas across the Republic of Türkiye's 81 provinces. The majority reside in the southeast provinces of the Republic of Türkiye, as well as metropolitan cities such as İstanbul, Bursa, İzmir and Konya, living among host communities that often face similar needs and challenges, including those related to the rising costs of living. Despite the efforts of the Government of Türkiye, many migrants and refugees, especially those who are unregistered, continue to face issues in accessing basic services due to language barriers, mobility, lack of documentation, and insufficient financial resources. IOM Türkiye plays a crucial role in a coordinated effort alongside UN agencies, non-governmental organizations , and government partners, providing assistance along the humanitarian-development-peace nexus to SuTPs, in line with the Regional Refugee and Resilience Plan . This assistance encompasses addressing basic needs, ensuring protection, and fostering economic empowerment, all aimed at helping migrants, refugees, and the host community lead more stable and improved lives.

07.05.2024 22:31 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: World Food Programme Please refer to the attached file. In Numbers 44,273 people received cash assistance in March 2024 . USD 0.4 million distributed through in-camp value vouchers and USD 0.17 million through livelihoods cash assistance USD 6.6 m six-month net funding requirements Operational Updates • In March, under the In-camp E-voucher Programme, WFP and the Turkish Red Crescent assisted 42,201 beneficiaries in six refugee camps with an e-voucher of Turkish lira 300 per person per month. o As part of the Presidency of Migration Management’s strategy to reduce camp population, some 7,000 individuals in Adana camp will no longer be enrolled in the e-voucher programme by the end of April as they were assessed to be less vulnerable by PMM’s protection desks. PMM also informed WFP of its plans to close the Boynuyogun camp in Hatay in the near future . o WFP and PMM continued discussions on the design of the Voluntary Transition Programme that would target the residents of Adana camp and Boynuyogun camp in Hatay. The programme will involve cash assistance and complementary activities to help refugees wishing to leave the camps to settle in urban areas. o WFP and the Governorate of Antakya in Hatay are planning to provide multi-purpose cash assistance to Hilalkent camp, housing around 8,000 refugees, starting in June. A call for proposals was launched to seek a cooperating partner. • In March, WFP signed field-level agreements with two new partners under the Earthquake Recovery Programme: With World Vision, WFP will provide comprehensive support to small fruit and vegetable value chain actors in Hatay. Secondly, UN-to-UN agreement was signed with the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization to support ‘home-based microbusiness owners’ to recover their dairy businesses in Kahramanmaras. • WFP met with the Provincial Directorate of Agriculture, and Governorates in Hatay, Kahramanmaras, and Adiyaman to introduce the scope of the Earthquake Recovery Programme activities in these provinces. A project launch event was conducted on 5 March by the International Migration and Solidarity Association in Adiyaman, which was attended by government officials.

07.05.2024 22:31 Country: Türkiye Source: Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development On February 6, 2023, two devastating earthquakes struck Türkiye and Syria, causing catastrophic loss of life and widespread damage to houses and infrastructure. Over 55,000 people lost their lives, and another 121,500 were injured. Survivors faced dire living conditions, without homes, forced to reside in makeshift shelter units, and lacking access to basic necessities including food, water, and hygiene items, due to the destruction of roads, markets, water stations, and power plants. Acted was among the first international organizations to deploy a large-scale emergency response to the earthquakes-affected communities on both sides of the border, as early as February 13. In Türkiye, with the support and funding of the European Union, Acted carried out a multisectoral project aimed at preserving the well-beingand restore the dignity cof earthquake-affected communities in Hatay, Adıyaman and Kahramanmaraş provinces by alleviating their most pressing needs such as shelter, essential kitchen and shelter supplies, hygiene items and sanitation facilities Thanks to the support and funding of the European Union, in 2023, Acted reached a total of 63,970 individuals with post-earthquake emergency assistance for these pressing needs. Immediate support for those who have lost everything in earthquake-affected areas of Türkiye On the morning of February 6, numerous residents of Hatay, Adıyaman and Kahramanmaraş provinces found themselves without a home and without the basic necessities required for survival. Acted’s own staff members, some directly affected by the earthquakes, reported the massively destructive impact: Hatay was among the most damaged areas by the earthquake. People lost everything, even their mattresses. Buildings were severely damaged, and people were struggling to find the basics for survival. NEZIR, ACTED PROJECT OFFICER, HATAY With the support of the @eu_echo, Acted rapidly carried out emergency distributions to provide families with shelter solutions to protect themselves from the harsh winter weather, as well as basic non-food items, which had, for the most part, been lost during the earthquakes. Acted distributed 235 tents and 1,799 shelter kits , as well as 4,244 kitchen kits , reaching 21,420 individuals with immediate relief assistance in the months following the earthquake. My kitchen was completely destroyed by the earthquake. I couldn’t cook any food for my son. On top of this, I would use my kitchen to bake and sell pastries for extra money. Because of the earthquake, this source of revenue was taken from, at a moment of despair when I needed it most. ZEYNEP, HATAY Towards the end of 2023, once local markets had sufficiently recovered, Acted began transitioning from an in-kind assistance modality towards vouchers, ensuring that earthquake-affected communities had more agency with regards to the items they wished to receive depending on their own specific needs at household level. Acted distributed 359 shelter vouchers and 3,889 kitchen vouchers, reaching another 19,445 individuals. Preserving dignified living conditions through hygiene and sanitation As earthquake-affected persons set up makeshift shelters, and then began moving towards informal self-settled sites without access to basic hygiene items and sanitation facilities, public health and epidemics became a major concern. Access to sanitation remained a problem even in “tent cities” and “container cities” managed by local authorities, where the sheer number of residents would often overwhelm the limited capacity of the few sanitation units installed there. In order to respond to these needs, with the support of the European Union, Acted distributed over 5,300 hygiene kits and vouchers to earthquake-affected families, which contained items to cover hygiene-related needs for all family members regardless of age, gender or disability. These kits included items such as soap, toothpaste and toothbrushes, wipes, pieces of underwear, diapers, sanitary wipes, etc. Over 19,700 people benefited from these hygiene items. The hygiene items were such a relief for me, especially those for babies. I have two very young sons, and I was always very anxious about finding suitable diapers for them. ELIF, ADIYAMAN In addition to this, Acted installed emergency latrine and shower units in displacement sites, to ensure the access of earthquake residents to hygiene and sanitation facilities, and thereby preserving the dignity of their living conditions. Acted installed 236 latrine units and 209 shower units with the European Union’s support. Towards the long term: Improving conditions in displacement sites Aside from emergency relief, Acted also looked towards solutions to ensure that the support received by communities right after the earthquake would improve their long-term resilience and set them on the path towards recovery. In Opet container city , for instance, Acted constructed 211 wooden shading areas, which improved the converted containers hosting 1,055 Syrian refugees, and which were susceptible to very high temperatures when exposed to direct sunlight throughout the day. Acted also carried out various other types of communal improvements in informal and formal displacement sites throughout Hatay and Adıyaman provinces, as part of its response under the Temporary Settlements Support sector. With the funding of the European Union, Acted installed 65 benches, 25 communal tents, and 3 gazebos, to create communal areas sheltered from the sun, rain, cold, and wind – as such shared spaces are typically very lacking in displacement sites, creating risks of social isolation. In 2024, Acted will continue providing basic, life-saving support to earthquake-affected communities, especially in the most damaged regions such as Hatay, and supporting local authorities towards the progressive reconstruction of homes, restoration of services, and recovery of markets and income.

07.05.2024 22:31 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached file. Introduction This publication seeks to commemorate the outstanding efforts of the INSARAG Network and to recall the events of its response to the 2023 Türkiye and Syria Earthquakes. It further seeks to present the primary recommendations put forward by the INSARAG Network following its months-long after- action review , which culminated in a 2-day global AAR meeting on the USAR response and hosted by the INSARAG Africa, Europe and Middle East Regional Chair 2024, in Doha, Qatar on 17-18 October 2023. On 6 February 2023, at 04:17 local time, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake rumbled across southern and central Türkiye and northwestern Syria. Its epicenter was just 37km from the city of Gaziantep—a population center of more than 2 million people. A little over 9 hours later, at 13:24, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck 95km north of the first. The destructive force from the two earthquakes caused widespread damage across 350,000km2, an area about the size of Germany. In total, 59,259 people tragically lost their lives—50,783 in Türkiye and 8,476 in Syria. An estimated 1.5 million people were left homeless and approximately 16% of Türkiye’s population was directly affected by this disaster. The earthquakes were the deadliest natural disaster in Türkiye’s modern history and the deadliest worldwide since the 2010 Haiti earthquake. The level of grief assumed by the Turkish and Syrian people can never be quantified by the number of fatalities or dollar estimates of damages. At the time of writing, more than nine months since the earthquakes, large swaths of Türkiye’s cities remain piles of rubble. Cleanup efforts are still ongoing. Thousands of people continue residing in temporary shelters across the affected area. As the attention of world media outlets shift to other emergencies, the people and governments of Türkiye and Syria continue to manage the consequences of these earthquakes and will continue doing so for years to come. This publication is written in full recognition of the solemn outcomes of this horrific disaster—the burden and grief forever carried by the affected population, the mourning of those who lost loved ones, the millions who faced or are still facing displacement, and the immense damages sustained across both countries. The INSARAG network played a pivotal role in the response effort in the initial days after the earthquakes. Following the call for international assistance from Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority , USAR teams from across the globe started pouring into Türkiye. At the peak of USAR operations, 199 international rescue teams were deployed to the field, of which 49 were INSARAG classified. 11320 search and rescue personnel and 306 search dogs augmented the nationally led search and rescue response. In total, 300 lives were saved by these efforts. The solidarity between nations enabling a global response of this scale was unprecedented. In addition to 49 INSARAG classified teams, numerous non-classified teams joined in the search and rescue effort. INSARAG’s UCC coordinated the activities of 118 of these teams. The differentiating factor between INSARAG classified teams and non-classified teams lies in their heightened level of professionalism, acquired through standardized training, adherence to common operating procedures, seamless coordination facilitated by OCHA/INSARAG from mobilization to demobilization, and the consistent utilization of INSARAG’s information management systems. The Türkiye and Syria earthquakes are a defining moment for INSARAG, ushering in a new era of growth for the network. International USAR teams operating in accordance with the globally accepted INSARAG guidelines and methodology played a crucial role in providing lifesaving services to those affected by this unprecedented disaster. This event underscores INSARAG’s unique and extremely valuable role in response and highlights the key areas where it must evolve and adapt to better serve this role in the future. An oft-overheard term during the global AAR meeting in October 2023, described the 2023 Türkiye-Syria Earthquakes as a “black swan event” for INSARAG. While this phrase accurately captures the unexpected nature and grave consequences of the earthquakes, it fails to highlight the opportunity for this event to serve as a catalyst of growth and improvement to INSARAG’s systems. As a network, INSARAG is committed to forging its path forward, staying fit for purpose, and remaining accountable to affected populations. As humanitarians, we must learn and grow with every response. This moment represents a critical juncture, where the INSARAG network underwent a proper litmus test. The INSARAG system worked. It swiftly mobilized thousands of well-trained search and rescue personnel from around the world and coordinated their response under common systems, resulting in many lives saved. But this does not distract from the need to capture the lessons learned from this event to further bolster preparedness for the next disaster. In the months following the earthquakes, the INSARAG network, its team leaders and constituent working groups, and the INSARAG Secretariat worked to capture these lessons and generate recommendations for the future of INSARAG. This document will not delve into all these recommendations, but it will highlight the primary outcomes from the extensive AAR and pinpoint the areas upon which INSARAG must prioritize in the years to come. It is with our joint intention that these recommendations are implemented, and their progress monitored. For these changes will determine the future direction of INSARAG. The lessons learned from this tragedy will guide the network’s continuous journey towards enhanced preparedness, ensuring it remains a beacon of hope and support for communities affected by disasters worldwide.

06.05.2024 21:50 Countries: Iran , Pakistan, Somalia, Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: Mixed Migration Centre Please refer to the attached file. Türkiye hosts the world’s largest population of refugees and asylum seekers, including 3.6 million Syrians along with over 300,000 other nationalities. Its strategic location, bridging Asia and Europe, has made it a key transit point for migrants en route to Europe, particularly from Afghanistan, Iran, Pakistan, and increasingly Somalia. While Türkiye has historically provided temporary protection to refugees, especially Syrians, increasing reports of deportations reflect a growing hostility towards refugees and migrants in the country. The situation has also worsened since the Türkiye-Syria earthquakes in early 2023, which affected 1.7 million Syrians in Türkiye. This snapshot sheds light on the migration experience of Iranians, Pakistanis, Somalis, and Syrians in Türkiye, including the drivers for leaving their countries of origin, and the various factors influencing their migration decisions. Additionally, it examines the evolving assistance needs of respondents, both during their journey and at the time of the interview. Key findings • Primary drivers for leaving countries of origin varied across groups: deprivation of rights and freedoms for Iranians; economic reasons for Pakistanis and Somalis ; and violence, insecurity, and conflict for Syrians. However, drivers were mixed, particularly for Syrians and Somalis, with violence, insecurity, and conflict, as well as economic reasons among the top two reasons for migrating. • Almost half of the respondents indicated they had been influenced in their decision to migrate, with friends or family in the country of departure and diaspora, parents, and spouses, playing significant roles. Contrary to widespread public and political perceptions about smugglers luring people into irregular migration journeys, smugglers had almost no influence on the respondents’ decision to migrate. • 73% of the respondents reported that they had not completed their journey at the time of interview. Among these respondents, Türkiye is considered a gateway to Europe for a majority of the Somali and Syrian respondents who expressed a preference for countries in Europe as their destination. This trend is less pronounced among Iranians and Pakistanis , with fewer than half considering Europe as their preferred destination. • More than half of the respondents expressed a need for assistance at the time of interview, with this being more pronounced among Iranian and Somali respondents, suggesting a gap in assistance provision for these populations, in particular.

06.05.2024 13:02 Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Türkiye Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. KEY UPDATES In the first quarter of 2024, partners have continued to complement government-led efforts to support affected populations with a range of humanitarian and recovery assistance, with particular focus on people in temporary settlements, residents in highly impacted provinces and refugees. A series of commemoration events took place in February 2024 to mark the one year anniversary of the earthquake, including a UN Delegation visit to Hatay, jointly with the Resident Coordinator, as well as a joint tree planting ceremony in Adiyaman – with the donation of 2000 saplings - on the 25th March, in memory of all those who lost their lives. On March 8, an international womens day event was organised with the participation of UN agencies, 14 government institutions and 15 NGOs, with a total of 600 women participating. The ABC has introduced NGO co-chairs in each hub, with support from Local Humanitarian Forum, supporting efforts to ensure effective collaboration with local partners. While there has been a reduction overall of informal sites, there continue to be populations residing in informal sites across the most affected provinces, mostly in rural areas, as well as generally in Hatay. Additionally, while population size and site-set up of formal sites has somewhat stabilised, there are still some that are expanding or finalising infrastructure. Those residing in sites with foldable containers - which do not have individual water and sanitation facilities, and are smaller - are among those prioritised for interventions. Authorities continue to work towards longer-term solutions for affected-populations, with the construction of permanent homes. Over 35,000 housing units have been been handed over to homeowners so far, while monthly handover ceremonies continue.4 Nevertheless, stays in temporary settlements are expected to be protracted, as many site residents are former renters, not eligible for new homes, who are facing livelihoods challenges which pose barriers to self-reliance and durable solutions. Overall, the earthquake response has experienced a significant reduction in funding, undermining the ability to respond to persisting needs. There continues to be an important role for partners to complement government efforts through provision of specialised services, assistance to populations in remote or rural locations, as well as supporting infrastructure and recurring needs in sites. ABC members will commence engagement with municipalities and development agencies in April, following the finalisation of local elections and the corresponding expected launch of local level 5 year strategic plans, with the view to provide complementary technical support to recovery, promoting a leave-no-one-behind approach.

06.05.2024 13:02 Country: Türkiye Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees Please refer to the attached file. Key Figures Overall People Targeted¹ 2,245,809 Focused Target² 624,025 Population in Formal Sites³ 437,061 Total People Reached 1,423,991 Men 152,914 Women 399,880 Boys 439,211 Girls 431,986 KEY UPDATES In the first quarter of 2024, partners have continued to complement government-led efforts to support affected populations with a range of humanitarian and recovery assistance, with particular focus on people in temporary settlements, residents in highly impacted provinces and refugees. A series of commemoration events took place in February 2024 to mark the one year anniversary of the earthquake, including a UN Delegation visit to Hatay, jointly with the Resident Coordinator, as well as a joint tree planting ceremony in Adiyaman – with the donation of 2000 saplings - on the 25th March, in memory of all those who lost their lives. On March 8, an international womens day event was organised with the participation of UN agencies, 14 government institutions and 15 NGOs, with a total of 600 women participating. The ABC has introduced NGO co-chairs in each hub, with support from Local Humanitarian Forum, supporting efforts to ensure effective collaboration with local partners. While there has been a reduction overall of informal sites, there continue to be populations residing in informal sites across the most affected provinces, mostly in rural areas, as well as generally in Hatay. Additionally, while population size and site-set up of formal sites has somewhat stabilised, there are still some that are expanding or finalising infrastructure. Those residing in sites with foldable containers - which do not have individual water and sanitation facilities, and are smaller - are among those prioritised for interventions. Authorities continue to work towards longer-term solutions for affected-populations, with the construction of permanent homes. Over 35,000 housing units have been been handed over to homeowners so far, while monthly handover ceremonies continue.4 Nevertheless, stays in temporary settlements are expected to be protracted, as many site residents are former renters, not eligible for new homes, who are facing livelihoods challenges which pose barriers to self-reliance and durable solutions. Overall, the earthquake response has experienced a significant reduction in funding, undermining the ability to respond to persisting needs. There continues to be an important role for partners to complement government efforts through provision of specialised services, assistance to populations in remote or rural locations, as well as supporting infrastructure and recurring needs in sites. ABC members will commence engagement with municipalities and development agencies in April, following the finalisation of local elections and the corresponding expected launch of local level 5 year strategic plans, with the view to provide complementary technical support to recovery, promoting a leave-no-one-behind approach.

02.05.2024 23:11 Country: Türkiye Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs Please refer to the attached Infographic. Overview At 4:17 a.m. on 6 February 2023, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck close to Gaziantep city in southern Türkiye – the most powerful earthquake recorded in the country since 1939. A second earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 occurred some nine hours later, with its epicentre only around 70 kilometres from the first earthquake, near Ekinözü city in Kahramanmaras province. The earthquakes had caused catastrophic damage. More than 50,000 people had lost their lives and some 107,000 people have suffered injuries. The earthquake left millions of people homeless and relocated, without immediate access to basic services, such as emergency shelter, food, water and medical care. More than 298,000 buildings had been severely damaged or destroyed, forcing some 3 million people to relocate. An estimated 1.6 million people were residing in informal settlements, mostly in makeshift shelters or tents with extremely basic living conditions and limited or no access to services. The UNDAC team deployed immediately within 24 hours after the first earthquake and was able to establish a coordination center in Gaziantep and in four locations around the affected areas.