Hopes for Syrian peace conference

This week's Syrian peace conference comes as the United Nations warns of a worsening humanitarian crisis.

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Wednesday will see the Syrian peace conference in Switzerland take place.

The conference comes as the United Nations warns of a worsening crisis, with half of the Syrian population in need of humanitarian aid.

The aid agency, Save the Children, says it's hoping the conference will lead to an improved security situation inside Syria.

CEO Paul Ronalds spoke with Adeshola Ore.

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