Truffle Hunters in Syria Fall Victim to Deadly Mine Explosion
BAGHDAD, Iraq – Truffle hunters in the Syrian Desert faced tragedy on Saturday as a vehicle carrying at least 19 people struck a landmine, resulting in multiple casualties according to a war monitor. This region, known as the Badia, is not only a hotspot for truffles but also a dangerous area infested with mines and jihadist presence. Reports indicate that 19 civilians, including 12 women, were killed in the incident in the Raqa province. The …