Algeria
The political conflict in Western Sahara, unresolved for over 4 decades, has left thousands of Sahrawi refugees stranded.
Egypt
Situated along the Mediterranean refugee route, many refugees live in some of the poorest neighbourhoods of Egypt’s large cities.
Iraq
Since the end of the conflict against the Islamic State in 2018, the humanitarian crisis in Iraq has evolved from an acute crisis to a protracted one. This conflict displaced 6 million people between 2014 and 2017.
Jordan
Jordan, a haven for refugees since the start of the Syria crisis in 2011, hosts the third highest number of Syrian refugees in the world.
Lebanon
People in Lebanon, including refugees, are experiencing high levels of poverty and food insecurity while having limited access to services.
Libya
Since 2011, intense conflict and political fragmentation have significantly impacted Libya’s social fabric, basic services, and national infrastructure. In the aftermath of the devastating floods in September 2023, the EU is mobilising emergency assistance via its Civil Protection Mechanism.
Palestine*
The EU has been providing humanitarian assistance to Palestinians in need since 2000, supporting vulnerable families affected by emergencies and shocks.
Syria
More than 12 years after the start of the Syria crisis, half the population is displaced, both inside and outside the country. Humanitarian needs in Syria are now at an all-time high.
Yemen
After over 8 years of war, Yemen remains one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises. The violence escalated in 2021 and early 2022, followed by an UN-mediated truce that lasted from 2 April until 2 October.