
By Lauren Frayer They were on opposite sides during Syria’s civil war and now must do lifesaving work together. A makeshift brick wall divides them in their Damascus fire station. The psychological wall is higher. (Image credit: Hasan Belal for NPR) Source:: https://www.npr.org/2025/07/10/g-s1-74722/syria-war-firefighters-white-helmets-assad-trust