Syrians in Damascus collapsed into tears of disappointment Tuesday as their war-torn country’s hopes of qualifying for its first ever football World Cup were dashed during extra time against Australia.
Damascus
Damascus
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More than six million people have been internally displaced by the war in Syria, but once they leave their homes and possessions behind, they still have to find some way to earn a living.
Damascus
Tears in Damascus as Syria misses out on World Cup
Prospect of the Syrian team qualifying for football’s biggest contest brought 1,000s to public squares across the country