Published : 08-10-2018
Over 15 Palestinian young men were arrested in a sweep launched by the Syrian government forces in Qudsaya town, in Rif Dimashq, in an attempt to force young men to join pro-government outfits.
Activists said Syrian forces set up makeshift checkpoints before they raided shops and workshops to hunt down youths for conscription.
Media sources quoted activists as stating that young and elderly people have been subjected to intensive inspection for compulsory military service.
Some 6,000 displaced Palestinian families have sought shelter in Qudsaya, where they have been grappling with dire conditions due to the price leap, steep rental fees, and high rates of unemployment.
Over 15 Palestinian young men were arrested in a sweep launched by the Syrian government forces in Qudsaya town, in Rif Dimashq, in an attempt to force young men to join pro-government outfits.
Activists said Syrian forces set up makeshift checkpoints before they raided shops and workshops to hunt down youths for conscription.
Media sources quoted activists as stating that young and elderly people have been subjected to intensive inspection for compulsory military service.
Some 6,000 displaced Palestinian families have sought shelter in Qudsaya, where they have been grappling with dire conditions due to the price leap, steep rental fees, and high rates of unemployment.
