The hardline government might need the groups to provide basic social services. But it’s also likely to fear their human rights advocacy.

Relief International's country director tells us what it's like on the ground and how her organization is providing aid in a war zone.

Before the war, Aleppo was Syria's largest city with its commercial center, thus an important and symbolic city.

The industry that cares for vulnerable people expands with the need.

The United Nations is launching its largest appeal ever for humanitarian aid to Syrians.