Damascus, SANA- On occasion of the 65th anniversary of the Syrian Arab Student Day, the National Union of Syrian Students(NUSS) held a marathon on Tuesday with participation of around 2,500 students from all the faculties and institutions of Damascus University.
The marathon started from the University City complex towards al-Mazzeh Highway and finished at al-Jalaa Sports City.
The participants affirmed that Syria will be victorious against terrorism thanks to the sacrifices of Syrian Arab Army, reiterating their firm support for their country in combating terrorism.
Celebrations on this occasion included events by the NUSS branches in all universities, including blood donation drives, art exhibitions, and visits to injured army personnel and army checkpoints.
Manar al-Freih / Hazem Sabbagh