Damascus Bureau

Displaced and bereaved, Qamar kept herself and her family going.
Across the border in Turkey, increasing demand and local resentment are making accommodation hard to find.
Since the civil war started in 2011, thousands have tried to make the punishing journey but only a few succeed.
Life in refugee camps leaves few other options open.
Under bombardment by regime forces, a man and his wife prepare for the arrival of their first child.
Even people who used to support rebels are losing hope and would consider government’s housing offer.
As Kafrouma becomes a battleground, waves of civilians seek refuge in neighbouring towns and villages.
In Deir al-Zor, it isn’t just ISIS members who think coalition air strikes will strengthen the Assad regime.
Aleppo residents return to the streets to defend the ideal of a peaceful popular uprising.
Refugee families often prefer to have their children work because they need the income.