ISIS militants kill 26+ truffle pickers in Syrian desert ambush.
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ISIS militants killed at least 26 people, including 12 pro-government fighters, who were searching for truffles in the Syrian desert. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights has warned civilians against foraging for truffles due to the high number of deadly attacks. Despite the warning, people continue to forage as the fungus can sell for more than the average monthly wage in Syria.
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- Islamic State attacks truffle hunters, shepherds in Syria Al-Monitor
- Syria attacks blamed on IS kill at least 41 Bangkok Post
- Suspected IS fighters kill 26 desert truffle hunters in Syria The Guardian
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