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Siege of Hunger and Thirst: Kobani Without Water, Electricity and Medicine

Published January 27, 2026, 09:18
Siege of Hunger and Thirst: Kobani Without Water, Electricity and Medicine

The Kurdish city of Kobani in northern Syria is facing a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster, as it is besieged by Syrian regime forces. The blockade has cut off the supply of water, electricity, fuel and basic food, leaving tens of thousands of civilians facing winter and a lack of essentials. The situation is described as a "siege of hunger and thirst". Basic infrastructure and services have collapsed, with water supply completely cut off and electricity missing, leading to the closure of hospitals, bakeries and shops. The lack of fuel threatens the operation of generators essential for heating and powering hospitals, endangering patients dependent on medical equipment. The siege is described as "slow and exhausting", with daily life turning into a constant wait for the worst. Cutting off the internet and telecommunications makes it difficult to record and transmit the scale of the crisis, reinforcing the sense of abandonment. Reports from inside the city describe empty shelves, closed shops and a general atmosphere of despair. The situation is worsened by periodic bombardments and military movements around the city, creating a climate of fear and uncertainty.