
Hamzah Osman, 24, in the port of Mina in Tripoli. In 2021, this ex-gym coach tried to reach Europe via irregular routes by land, air and sea. Despite his failed attempts, he continues to dream of only one thing: to leave. (OLJ/Marie Jo Sader)
Increasing numbers of Lebanese are risking their lives on makeshift boats to escape a collapsing country. L’Orient-Le Jour met a few of these risk-takers, most of whom are from Tripoli. Some of them have already attempted the trip more than once.
OLJ / By Marie Jo SADER, 28 July 2022 12:25
Hamzah Osman, 24, in the port of Mina in Tripoli. In 2021, this ex-gym coach tried to reach Europe via irregular routes by land, air and sea. Despite his failed attempts, he continues to dream of only one thing: to leave. (OLJ/Marie Jo Sader)