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Syrian residents in rebel-held areas are turning plastic waste into a means of survival, repurposing discarded materials to create floor rugs and other items. In impoverished regions like northwest Syria, recycling is not merely an environmental choice but a vital lifeline for struggling individuals seeking work and affordable goods. Amidst the challenging conditions of a rubbish dump in Idlib province's Hezreh village, Mohammed Behlal and his children navigate the stench, insects, and health risks to scavenge for plastic. Earning a modest income of $7 to $10 per week each, they persevere through difficult labor, grateful for the opportunity to work with the discarded resources. This creative endeavor provides hope and sustenance for families like Behlal's, who have endured displacement and hardship due to Syria's civil war.