The humanitarian situation in Syria continues to deteriorate rapidly and inexorably, Amos told the UN. Photograph: Manu Brabo/AP
Around 9.3 million of Syria's 23 million inhabitants need help, UN humanitarian chief Valerie Amos tells security council
"Around 9.3 million people in Syria need humanitarian assistance due to the country's conflict, the UN was told on Monday .
"The humanitarian situation in Syria continues to deteriorate rapidly and inexorably," UN humanitarian chief Valerie Amos told the security council behind closed doors, according to her spokeswoman, Amanda Pitt. Around 6.5 million people are displaced from their homes, Amos said. Syria's population is around 23 million.
"Amos continues to press the council for their help and influence over those parties who can ensure the protection of civilians and civilian facilities; the safe passage of medical personnel and supplies; the safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance; and can facilitate progress in expanding critical, life-saving relief operations," Pitt said.
The Syrian government promised to ensure delivery of vaccinations and humanitarian aid across the country, after an outbreak of polio in the north-east and warnings of malnutrition in areas under military siege.
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