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<p>The UK is proud of our role in the Global Coalition’s fight against Daesh. DFID
is also at the forefront of the humanitarian response in the region, working to address
humanitarian needs in the region, and to ensure that all vulnerable people, including
those affected by Daesh in Syria and Iraq receive help.</p><p>In Northeast Syria,
including areas previously occupied by Daesh, we provide support to address individual’s
basic needs, including restocking health facilities with medicines and equipment,
non-food items, and water and sanitation support. Additionally, we have provided funding
and announced new support to help clear landmines and explosives which will ensure
humanitarian agencies can reach those in need.</p><p>In formerly-Daesh controlled
territories in Iraq, the UK provides redevelopment support and funds community cohesion
projects to help kick-start local economies and create the appropriate conditions
for sustainable population return.</p><p>In areas formerly controlled by Daesh in
Syria and Iraq, we are also providing education and psychosocial support services,
aimed at children affected by trauma.</p>
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