The image displays an outdoor school courtyard in Damascus, Syria, under a clear, bright blue sky

The image displays an outdoor school courtyard in Damascus, Syria, under a clear, bright blue sky. A tree branch with green and dry brown leaves partially overhangs the top of the frame. Approximately 50 to 70 individuals, appearing to be teenagers or young adults, are present in the courtyard. They are casually dressed in t-shirts, hoodies, and jeans, and are observed standing in groups, conversing, and walking across the paved area. In the immediate foreground, a group of five male students stands clustered, facing each other in apparent conversation. The courtyard floor is composed of light-colored pavers. A basketball hoop with a white backboard and orange rim is visible on the right side of the courtyard, attached to a building structure. School buildings form the rear boundary of the courtyard, featuring white walls, blue-framed windows and doors, and a horizontal red stripe painted along a portion of their facades. A covered walkway with supports extends in front of these buildings. Beyond the school structures, the background reveals a dense urban landscape characterized by multiple multi-story residential buildings with flat roofs. These buildings are predominantly white or light-colored, with some displaying blue balcony railings or window frames. Several satellite dishes are mounted on the rooftops. The scene is illuminated by strong natural sunlight, casting distinct shadows.