Syrians’ Flight from Harm – Passion of the Present

More than 100 days into Syria’s protests, it is increasingly clear that the savage and senseless violence of Syria’s security forces is fueling the protest movement. While a vast majority of protesters remain committed to peaceful means, some of those interviewed say they are getting tired of being shot at like ducks in a pond and may start adopting more violent means of opposition.

We are on a mountain path, crossing from Turkey into northeastern Syria to meet some of the displaced camping near the border fence. The hike over the mountain is beautiful, with pine trees and a shimmering lake in the valley below, but the destination is far from serene.