Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in 2025, approximately 1.2 million Syrians have returned to their homes, according to data from the International Organization for Migration reported by Euronews. UN projections suggest this number could reach 3.5 million by year’s end.
Among the returnees, 885,000 were internally displaced, while 302,000 were refugees. Most of those returning from abroad came from Lebanon (50%), followed by Turkey (22%) and Iraq (13%). However, more than a quarter are now living in damaged or unfinished homes.
Despite previous assurances of a “safe return” from the Assad regime, reports indicate that some returnees have faced arrest or forced military conscription.
The UN and humanitarian groups warn that many struggle with inadequate services, security concerns, and documentation issues. With around 7 million Syrians still displaced internally, the economic crisis further hampers aid efforts due to financial shortfalls, power outages, and resource shortages.
As of mid-March, only 12.5% of the planned $1.25 billion in aid had been secured, funds intended for housing, food, clean water, sanitation, and agricultural support.
