VOICED : In Syrias Homs war ravaged ancient market slowly reemerges

The video discusses the recapture of a city from rebels, leaving much of it in ruins due to a prolonged siege. A UN-backed project aims to restore a historic market, part of many sites damaged in the conflict that killed 290,000 people. The market, dating back to the 13th century, was seized by rebels in 2012 and retaken by the army in 2014. Despite avoiding some military action, the area suffered significant damage. Many shops remain abandoned, though some have reopened. The loss of cultural heritage is profound, with efforts to restore infrastructure ongoing. Merchants hope to revive the market to its former glory.

What is the main goal of the UN-backed project in Homs?

• To create a new government office

• To establish a military base

• To restore the historic market

• To build new residential areas

How many shops are being rehabilitated in the Homs market?

• 2000

• 4600

• 10000

• 500

During which historical periods did the market in Homs flourish?

• British and French mandates

• Roman and Byzantine eras

• Mamluk and Ottoman rule

• Persian and Greek periods

What was the condition of the market when Abdel Salam Salkini returned?

• It was untouched by the conflict

• It was converted into a museum

• It was fully restored

• It had blackened walls and was heavily damaged

What was Homs once known as due to the protests?

• The City of Peace

• The Capital of the Revolution

• The Heart of Syria

• The Fortress of Freedom