This image depicts an outdoor gathering in the city of Homs, Syria

This image depicts an outdoor gathering in the city of Homs, Syria. In the mid-ground, six adult males are visible, standing on an elevated white platform or vehicle. All six wear black tactical uniforms, black baseball caps, and tan plate carriers or tactical vests. Several individuals possess visible beards. The individual at the far left is holding a rifle, consistent with an AK-style firearm, oriented vertically. The individual fourth from the left also holds a similar rifle and observes towards the right of the frame. A plastic water bottle is held by the individual second from the right. Below and extending into the background, a large crowd of individuals, including men and women in civilian attire, is gathered. The background features numerous large, dense green trees, with several white or light-colored multi-story buildings partially visible through and above the foliage, all under a clear blue sky.