(MENAFN- Emirates News Agency (WAM))
GENEVA, 19th August, 2018 (WAM) -- On the occasion of the 2018 World Humanitarian Day – observed annually on 19 August - the Chairman of the Geneva Centre for Human Rights Advancement and Global Dialogue, Dr. Hanif Hassan Al Qassim, calls for increased solidarity with civilians who are indiscriminately targeted by belligerents in armed conflicts.
In this connection, Dr. Al Qassim referred to the humanitarian situation in Syria that has resulted in immense human suffering.
"In Syria, there are more than 5 million and 6 million internally displaced persons and refugees respectively," the Geneva Centre's Chairman said.
"The Arab region is witnessing one of the worst humanitarian disasters in the 21st century. Invasions and the rise of extremist violence have kept peace in jeopardy. Non-violence and lasting peace are key to securing the long-term stability of the Arab region and to promoting a sustainable future."
To enhance the protection of civilian population, Dr. Al Qassim appealed to decision-makers to meet "funding requirements identified by the UN in relation to addressing the acute humanitarian needs of refugees and people suffering from conflict worldwide."
WAM/Hazem Hussein/Hatem Mohamed
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