ABC News Online: Syria: United Nations says number of displaced in south-west has reached 270,000
The number of people forced to flee their homes in south-west Syria as a result of the two week escalation in fighting has climbed to 270,000 people, according to the United Nations' refugee spokesman in Jordan.
The UN said last week 160,000 had been displaced as they fled heavy bombardment and mostly took shelter in villages and areas near the Israeli and Jordanian borders.
"Our latest update shows the figure of displaced across southern Syria has exceeded 270,000 people," Mohammad Hawari, UNHCR's Jordan spokesman said.
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MIDDLE EAST
Syria war: 270,000 displaced by fighting in south-west.
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UAE announces pause in Hudaida offensive.
Iran president in Europe to rally support for nuclear deal.
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ASIA
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India to introduce ICBM to strategic forces.
North Korean economic official visits Beijing.
Australia ends direct aid to Palestinian Authority.
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AFRICA
African Union creates migration body.
AU summit opens with call for actions on S Sudan conflict.
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Somalia condemns mortar attack that left 5 dead in Mogadishu.
Malawi president hit by graft scandal.
DR Congo explores oil drilling allowed in wildlife parks.
EUROPE
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EU warns U.S. of boomerang effect if Trump imposes car levies.
UK's latest Brexit proposal is unrealistic, say EU officials.
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