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Syria· DamascusExperimental steam train journey in Damascus sparks debate
An experimental journey of a steam excursion train in the Al-Hameh area of rural Damascus, after a long hiatus, has sparked mixed reactions among Syrians on social media.
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Experimental steam train journey in Damascus sparks debate
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mixed public reactionneutralShow 1 post
started 2h ago•Last update 2h ago
The reappearance of the steam train has generated both positive and critical opinions among the Syrian public.
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criticism of infrastructure prioritiesnegativeShow 1 post
started 5h ago•Last update 5h ago
Some criticize the focus on old steam trains while the country's infrastructure was destroyed, suggesting new railway projects might lead to foreign ownership.
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