Syria, salt mining in Deir ez-Zor

Sep 10, 2026

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Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix
Workers in Syria-Iraq border s Deir ez-Zor Desert make a living from salt DEIR EZ-ZOR, SYRIA - SEPTEMBER 10: Workers laboring in the Deir ez-Zor Desert on the Syria-Iraq border try to support their families with the salt they extract from deep in the ground, enduring scorching heat and thick dust in Deir ez-Zor, Syria on September 10, 2026. After putting the salt they dig out of the earth through various processes, workers gather it with wheelbarrows and load it onto trucks. Despite all these harsh conditions, salt production continues to be one of the most vital sources of livelihood for the local population. Abdulrhman El Ali Anadolu Deir ez-Zor Syria. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxAbdulrhmanxElxAlix

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