Cartoon of Syria

Fatima stood proudly in front of the Syrian flag, her hijab fluttering in the gentle breeze. As she gazed at the symbol of her country, memories of her childhood flooded her mind. She remembered the vibrant markets, the colorful streets, and the warmth of the sun on her face. But those memories were tainted by the sounds of gunfire, the screams of the wounded, and the smell of burning buildings. Fatima had fled her home in Syria with her family, leaving everything behind to escape the violence and chaos that had engulfed her country. As she stood in front of the flag, Fatima felt a sense of loss and longing for the home she had left behind. But she also felt a fierce pride in her identity as a Syrian, and a woman. She knew that her experiences had shaped her, but they had not defined her. With a deep breath, Fatima turned away from the flag and looked ahead to the future. She knew that her journey was far from over, but she was determined to make a new home for herself and her family, one that was built on love, hope, and resilience. See this illustration by Arwa Hassaballa here https://artist.scop.io/image/illustration-of-woman-wearing-hijab-in-front-of-syrian-flag