Is it illegal to leave Syria?

Under international refugee law, individuals have the right to seek asylum in another country if they fear persecution or harm in their home country. This means that individuals fleeing Syria due to the conflict and seeking refuge in another country may be protected under international law.



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  • Avoid talking about the Syrian political situation unless your counterpart initiates the conversation. ...
  • Avoid saying anything that could be taken as insulting or derogatory. ...
  • Avoid asking questions about a Syrian man's female family members. ...
  • Do not patronise or talk down to a Syrian for having poor English skills.


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In early 2023, reports indicated that the forces of ISIS in Syria had mostly been defeated, with only a few cells remaining in various remote locations. As of 2023, Turkey was continuing its support for various militias within Syria, which periodically attempted some operations against Kurdish groups.

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Avoid high-risk areas: Avoid areas with ongoing conflicts or high levels of violence and terrorist attacks. This includes Northern Syria near the borders with Turkey, North East Syria near the borders with Iraq, and East Syria near Lebanon. Also avoid the cities of Idlib, Raqqah, and Rojava.

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Sports and recreation Football (soccer) is the country's most popular sport, and Syrians closely follow both Arab and European matches broadcast on national television. Weight lifting, judo, and karate are popular in the cities, and health clubs and gyms are becoming increasingly common in the capital.

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