Hussein Nour Al-Abed

Jordan struggling as Syrian refugees stream across the border

Jordan’s born a large portion of the strain of refugees fleeing violence-torn Syria. As the fighting continues in its 14th month and beyond, the United Nations is trying to raise money to help pay the costs of caring for the refugees, but little funding has been forthcoming.

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Arab Spring Refugees Put Strain on Jordan

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