'No other work': Syrian fuel smugglers risk their lives between front lines
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- Dozens of Syrians are risking their lives daily to smuggle fuel between territories controlled by the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and those under government control, driven by a worsening economic crisis that has left many with no other means of livelihood.
- This dangerous activity highlights the desperation faced by individuals in conflict zones, where traditional employment opportunities are scarce, forcing them to engage in perilous work to support their families.
- The ongoing tensions between the SDF and the Syrian government, including recent agreements to de-escalate hostilities in areas like Aleppo, underscore the complex dynamics of the region, where economic survival often intersects with the risks of violence and instability.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
