Syrian Arab Republic – Emergency Mobility Tracking and Cross Border Monitoring Situation Update – Round 8 (27 April 2026)

Countries: Syrian Arab Republic, Lebanon Source: International Organization for Migration Please refer to the attached file. OVERVIEW Since the ceasefire was announced on 17 April 2026 in Lebanon, the rate of displacement from Lebanon into the Syrian Arab Republic (hereafter referred to as Syria) has slowed compared to the initial phase of the conflict. However, with increasing hostilities in Southern Lebanon undermining the ceasefire agreement, increased movements are anticipated. The proximity of hostilities to the Syrian border threatens key supply routes between Lebanon and Syria, with Jdeidat Yabous (Masnaa) crossing becoming increasingly unstable. Movements into Syria were documented through three official Points of Entry (PoEs) along the Syrian–Lebanese border. As of 27 April, 268, 853 movements were recorded, of which 96 per cent were Syrian nationals, while 4 per cent were Lebanese nationals. In addition, as of 27 April, 1, 847 movements from Lebanese nationals were reported to have transited through Syria to Jordan. DTM recorded 153, 087 individuals arriving across 1, 393 locations in all 14 governorates of Syria between 2 March and 27 April. Arrivals were predominantly Syrian, with Lebanese nationals comprising less than 1 per cent of recorded movements. Notably, 41 new locations were recorded as receiving arrivals from Lebanon in Round 8 (compared to Round 7, 20 April), primarily in Aleppo Governorate (56% of new locations). Key informants (KIs) reported that although the rate of movements into Syria has slowed, sustained pressure on host communities has strained local services, infrastructure, and resources. The increased enrolment of returnee children in schools has led to relative classroom overcrowding. Likewise, KIs reported strained health services, alongside challenges for returnee families in accessing healthcare, especially for families where one parent remains outside Syria. The situation remains fluid, and DTM continues to monitor developments.

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