Why Did the Syrian Refugee Crisis Start?

When did the Syrian refugee crisis begin? The Syrian refugee crisis is the result of a March 2011 violent government crackdown on public demonstrations in support of a group of teenagers who were arrested for anti-government graffiti in the southern town of Daraa.

What is the cause of the refugee crisis?

Causes for the crisis of the refugees can include war and civil war, human rights violations, environment and climate issues, and economic hardship.

Why did the Syrian war start?

The war started in 2011, when Syrians enraged by corruption and emboldened by a wave of "Arab Spring" protests across the region took to the streets to demand democratic accountability for their leaders. ... The chaos of the war allowed ISIS, al Qaeda and other terror groups to seize more than 70% of Syria's territory.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.