Entering Syria After The Fall Of Their Dictator

Syria has entered a new chapter, and entering the country in 2025 was one of the most eye-opening experiences of my life. Shortly after my last visit to Syria in 2019, I was banned after releasing a video series -- even though the stories highlighted the resilience, warmth, and beauty of the Syrian people. The Assad regime didn’t approve, and I wasn’t sure if I’d ever return. But this trip was different. From the moment I crossed the land border, I could feel the shift — there was this energy in the air that I've never once felt. A mix of hope, fear, and uncertainty about what comes next. From the ancient streets of Damascus to the remote villages of Palmyra --- I set out to understand what life looks like under Syria’s new regime. This documentary is an extremely rare and unfiltered look inside a country that has long been shrouded in conflict and mystery. I spent time with dozens of people, listened to their stories, and witnessed the changes unfolding. On a personal note, I’ve been making videos for more than 8 years, and this story sits at the very top of my all-time favorites. My team and I poured four weeks of nonstop effort into crafting this story, and we can’t wait to hear your thoughts, reactions and questions. Let’s have an open and honest conversation in the comments. I will be reading and responding to as many comments as I can. Shoutout to Young Pioneer Tours for helping arrange this trip! If you want to go to Syria or other off-the-beaten-path countries that are difficult to access, then you can book your trip with them here: https://www.youngpioneertours.com/ Also, thanks to my friend Kasem for letting me use some great drone shots! You can follow his travel account here: https://www.instagram.com/ibnhattuta #travel #culture #middleeast ✅ Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my channel by clicking here ➞ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0Ize0RLIbGdH5x4wI45G-A ▶️ Watch my favorite videos ➞ https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhiP3P44ul3Y8LDbhXJmhVsVWcpe-7O4O I wrote a book called JUST GO, with exclusive travel stories & tips to inspire you on your next adventures! Grab it on Amazon: https://shorturl.at/6biKO FIND ME ON: ► INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/drewbinsky/ ► TIK TOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewbinsky ► FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/drewbinsky ► YOUTUBE 2ND CHANNEL: https://rb.gy/a65sj 👨🏻‍🦰 WHO AM I? I'm Drew Binsky, and I have been to every single country in the world (197/197). I make weekly documentaries about interesting people/cultures and epic adventures in faraway places. My ultimate goal is to inspire you to travel because it's the best education you can get. And our planet is beautiful! MOST POPULAR YOUTUBE VIDEOS: ► He Hasn't Slept Since 1962: http://y2u.be/EDx1JvPEtxs ► 3 Things You Can't Do in North Korea: http://y2u.be/mNsx0Nqryos ► Inside Hong Kong's Coffin-Sized Apartments: http://y2u.be/6amK2BgjXk8 ► Tallest Humans on Earth: http://y2u.be/u03kNQNclGY ► He Is The Ice Man: http://y2u.be/VF8dkjEdKNo 🙏 GET IN TOUCH! ► Website: https://www.drewbinsky.com ► Email: [email protected]