Truffle hunters killed in Syria desert mine blast
Raqqa, Syria – Truffle hunters in the desolate Syrian Desert faced tragedy on Saturday when their vehicle struck a landmine, killing at least 19 people. The region, known for its abundance of truffles, has become a dangerous playground for impoverished Syrians risking their lives in search of the prized delicacy. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the victims, including 12 women, were caught in the blast in an area where Islamic State extremists …