American moms provide comfort to youngest Syrian refugees

Five years ago this week the Syrian civil war broke out, setting off a tidal wave of refugees. Millions have fled with many risking their lives in boats that aren't seaworthy, all in a desperate bid to reach Now, a group of American moms has set out to provide comfort to the youngest victims. TODAY's Erica Hill, Patrice Poltzer, and Jeng-Tyng Hong report.

SHARE THIS —

Five years ago this week the Syrian civil war broke out, setting off a tidal wave of refugees. Millions have fled with many risking their lives in boats that aren't seaworthy, all in a desperate bid to reach Now, a group of American moms has set out to provide comfort to the youngest victims. TODAY’s Erica Hill, Patrice Poltzer, and Jeng-Tyng Hong report.