5. The Crater
Summary
Host Poonam Taneja travels to northeast Syria with SDF military escort to investigate the fate of baby Salman, whose Canadian mother was last seen in Bagus. The team visits the ruins of guest houses in Mirajda, where ISIS families were sheltered during the final battle. They discover the sites were heavily bombed, suggesting no survivors. The episode explores the enduring presence of ISIS ideology and the tragic legacy of the caliphate's collapse.
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Planning the dangerous journey to Baghus
Introduction to Bloodlines
Recalling the battle for Baghus and Baruz
Driving through foggy, hostile territory
Meeting contacts at Omar Oilfield
Exploring the ruins of Baghus
The aftermath of the siege
Searching for the guest houses in Mirajda
Conclusion on Salman's fate and preview
Credits and production team
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