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<p>We condemn the recent actions of the Syrian regime, driving civilians from their
homes in and around Aleppo, and question the role of Russia in supporting this offensive.
We are appalled by the humanitarian impact of these developments and the ongoing war
in Syria. We assess that there are over 30,000 Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
as a result of this action. On 8 February 2016, the UN’s Office for the Coordination
of Humanitarian Affairs released an initial assessment which estimated 80 per cent
of IDPs to be women and children. We welcome Turkey’s generosity in hosting over 2.5m
Syrian refugees in Turkey, a commitment reaffirmed by Prime Minister Davutoğlu at
the 4 February London Syria Conference. The Turkish Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign
Minister have made clear that Turkey will continue to allow refugees to enter Turkey.
The UK continues to work closely with the Turkish government, including through implementation
of the EU-Turkey Action Plan, to ensure refugees continue to receive support and protection.</p>
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