The Truth About Syria

Syria has a long history of peaceful coexistence among diverse religious and ethnic communities. But with ongoing violence in the country, more and more people fear this pillar of secularist regimes might end up crumbling. RT’s Maria Finoshina traveled to one of the last resorts of peace and stability in the country — the village of Maaloula. It is the only place in the world where Aramaic — the language believed to have been spoken by Christ — is still used as a living language.

“We used to live in peace - Muslims and Christians - of course we’re afraid people from outside the city and this country may come and destroy this unity. Assad became more than just the head of State. He’s a kind of international symbol of this fight for our life.”