Aleppo was once Syria’s largest city and a cultural and economic hub. Photos of its destruction show a stark contrast to a once-thriving city.
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From the Field
Fleeing Aleppo: Man recounts chaos leaving war-torn city
Shihab fled his home in eastern Aleppo, Syria, in the early hours Friday, Dec. 16. In the chaos, he managed to cram into an overcrowded bus leaving for safety in Idlib. Read his story.
Voices
Iraqi pastor has a new perspective on the Christmas story
Father Daniel in Iraq reflects on Christmas. His church is a safe place for 1,600 Iraqi Christians displaced by conflict.
Voices
‘Aslan is on the move’: Calling all Christians to respond
In an essay adapted from his speech at the Q Conference in April 2016, Pastor Greg Holder encourages the church — collectively and individually — to respond to the Syrian refugee crisis.
Voices
Loving through our differences at Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, Rich Stearns encourages us to pray for those — like refugees — who don’t have the homes, food, and family we celebrate today.
From the Field
Children fleeing Mosul offensive find a safe place to play
After two years under the rule of a harsh militant group, children and families are fleeing newly-liberated villages and towns near Mosul, Iraq. World Vision’s Child-Friendly Spaces in Zelican camp give them a chance to play and be kids again.
Voices
Recipe from Mosul, Iraq: Making Dolma away from home
Innovative projects through the World Food Programme empower people like Saeeda — displaced from Mosul, Iraq, two years ago — to cook a favorite recipe from home.
From the Field
Iraq conflict: ‘We want to live like human beings’
As the fight accelerates to retake Mosul, hundreds of thousands of are expected to flee from the Iraq conflict like Hada’s family has done. Read her story.
Prayers
Iraq prayer points: Mosul offensive
Fighting is increasing around Mosul, Iraq, endangering more civilians. Pray with us for children, families, humanitarians, and leaders.
Voices
Stay outraged for Syrian children
World Vision U.S. President Rich Stearns reflects on the story of Omran and the millions of suffering Syrian children who don’t make it into the news.