A fourth humanitarian aid convoy carrying food, fuel, and medical supplies arrived in Syria’s southern province of Sweida this week, amid growing public anger over deteriorating living conditions and a contentious debate between locals and officials over whether the area is under siege.
The delivery, coordinated by the Syrian government, international agencies, and local partners, entered the province via the Busra al-Sham crossing in neighboring Daraa, according to state-run media and the Sweida governorate’s Telegram channel.
Despite official assurances that aid is entering regularly, residents say the convoys remain insufficient to meet the growing needs of a population battered by violence and economic hardship.
Sweida, a Druze-majority province, has been gripped by unrest since mid-July, with deadly clashes, severe shortages, and heightened tensions spilling over onto social media. The humanitarian situation has deteriorated further as nearby Daraa continues to receive waves of displaced tribal families fleeing the violence.
According to Daraa Governor Anwar Taha al-Zohbi, as of July 25, some 5,600 families, mostly from Bedouin tribes, have taken shelter in 61 centers across the province.
The Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC), which is overseeing the distribution of the aid, said the latest convoy included 40 tons of flour, medicine, medical equipment, and 27,000 liters of fuel to keep bakeries, hospitals, and water pumping stations running.
“In line with our mission to alleviate suffering, we continue to work closely with government institutions to deliver support based on detailed field assessments conducted by our teams,” said Mohammed Saeed, SARC’s field communications coordinator, in remarks to Asharq Al-Awsat.
He stressed the importance of cooperation between humanitarian organizations, government bodies, and local communities to ensure an effective and comprehensive response.
