Record $9 Billion Requested For Syria Aid
Record $9 Billion Requested For Syria Aid
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An international donor conference kicks off in London today, to aid victims of the Syrian civil war. The U.N. and countries around Syria are asking for a record $9 billion in assistance this year. This comes as the latest peace talks were suspended. Here & Now‘s Jeremy Hobson and Ali Velshi of Al Jazeera America look at who is pledging what, and if it will fulfill the need.
Guest
- Ali Velshi, host of “Ali Velshi on Target” on Al Jazeera America. He tweets @AliVelshi.
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