On 30 Jan 17, shop keepers in Iqlim al-Kharoub held a symbolic protest against unlicensed establishments by foreigners that they say undercuts their business. The residents declared that they understand the precarious position of the area’s Syrian refugees, however the matter jeopardizes their future and their families. They urged the state to assume its responsibilities, ban smuggling and implement the law that states that Syrian nationals should obtain working visas.
Date of incident
January 30, 2017
Death toll
0 person(s)
Number of Injured
0 person(s)
Location
Kharnoub
Primary category
Collective Action [inc. protests, solidarity movements...]
Classification of conflict (primary)
Policy conflicts
Classification of conflict (secondary)
Border conflicts (Syrian border)
