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Syria
Home To Many Diverse Countries
Syria is a historic Middle Eastern country that has served as a link between Asia and the Western world. It has hosted Roman, Greek, Arab, and Turkish dynasties over the ages.1)
Female-Only Village
A group of Syrian women constructed a female-only community after surviving ISIS and a civil war. The community, known as “Jinwar” (women's land), embraces women and children of all religions, ethnicities, and political beliefs.2)
No Official Religion
Syria has no official religion, and its constitution guarantees religious freedom. However, Islam pervades many aspects of Syrian life, and the constitution requires Syria's president to be a Muslim.3)
Civil War Since 2011
Syria has been in the grip of a civil war since 2011. The conflict began when Assad, whose family has ruled for four decades, began cracking down on Arab Spring demonstrators.4)
Assyria
Most scholars assume that the term “Syria” is derived from “Assyria”, which is derived from the Akkadian “Ashur”, which means “prince”.5)
Syrian Immigrants
Syrian immigrants to the United States have a long history. Jerry Seinfeld, Steve Jobs, Paula Abdul, F. Murray Abraham (who played Salieri in the 1984 film Amadeus), and hockey star Brandon Saad are among Syrian-born celebrities.6)