We are calling for Alouk Water Station to be demilitarised and placed in the hands of a neutral third party to solve the water crisis in North-East Syria. 

One million people in Hasakeh governorate, Syria, are suffering from severe water scarcity. The Alouk Water Pumping Station, the region’s largest water source, has been repeatedly targeted by cross-border bombing and has now been totally out of service since October 2024. Without urgent action, water shortages will continue to devastate lives, health, agriculture, and the local economy.

Why Alouk Matters

Since 2019, cross border military actions have damaged Alouk and its power supply, cutting off clean water to hundreds of thousands, including displaced communities. Negotiations and temporary fixes have failed. The station remains out of service due to infrastructure damage and restricted access for engineers.

Urgent Actions Needed

• Ensure Safe Access: Engineers must be granted unrestricted access to repair and maintain Alouk Water Pumping Station.
• Neutral Oversight: A neutral third party, such as the International Red Cross, or any other suitable party, should manage operations to prevent water being used as a weapon of war.
• Sustainable Solutions: Long-term international commitment is needed to secure electricity supply and prevent future disruptions.