Mozzwise Briefing

Syria has seasonal mosquito activity from May through October. The Euphrates River valley, the northeastern Al-Hasakah region, and coastal areas have historically supported mosquito breeding. The ongoing conflict has disrupted water and sanitation systems, potentially increasing mosquito breeding habitat.

Malaria (P. vivax) was the historical concern, but Syria had achieved near-elimination before the conflict. The destruction of water infrastructure and displacement of populations may create conditions for mosquito-borne disease. Current surveillance is limited.

Anopheles species persist in the river valleys. Culex pipiens is common in urban areas. The conflict-disrupted health system means accurate current disease data is limited.