World Food Programme set to increase deliveries to Syria

The World Food Programme (WFP) said it is increasing its food assistance programme in Syria. 

The WFP said “humanitarian needs are growing” in Syria, which is witnessing a “dire food security situation”.

“During this critical time for Syria, WFP teams are on the ground ensuring that the country’s most vulnerable people receive the urgent food assistance they need,” Syria country director Kenn Crossley, said.