Syrian centenarian leads his family home
Australia for UNHCR
Description
Great-grandfather Jassim is one of over 500,000 Syrians who have returned home from neighboring countries, determined to rebuild despite ongoing challenges. At over 100 years old, Jassim has witnessed a lifetime of change in Syria, but nothing could prepare him for the horror and heartbreak of conflict. In 2013, as fighting engulfed his village near the city of Al-Qusayr in western Syria, a shell landed near his house, killing three of his children. Subscribe to our Channel to stay up to date with the latest in refugee news and crises: https://www.youtube.com/user/Aus4unhcr UNHCR, the UN refugee agency, works to protect and assist those fleeing war and persecution. Since 1950, UNHCR has helped tens of millions of people find safety and rebuild their lives. With your support, we can restore hope for many more.
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Published to Youtube on: 29/05/2025
Archived on: 08/10/2025
Original URL (may no longer be available): https://youtube.com/watch?v=NJXw_YZ0j2o