Iceland, an unexpected Arctic asylum for Syrian refugees

1,168 views · Published 2 February 2017 · 2:18 · Indexed 10 November 2026

Channel: Arab News · 2017 · News & Politics

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Iceland, an unexpected Arctic asylum for Syrian refugees
With 330,000 inhabitants surrounded by volcanoes, glaciers and geysers, Iceland is an unusual destination for refugees fleeing war in Syria. But since 2015, 118 Syrians have found hope for a new and tranquil life in the Nordic nation. (AFP Video)

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