War-torn Syria celebrates as countryman wins Arab Idol contest
Celebrations in Damascus, Aleppo after Hazim Sharif wins popular singing contest.
Syrian singer Hazim Sharif (L), winner of Arab idol season 3, stands beside a presenter during the finale in Zouk Mosbeh area, north of Beirut December 13, 2014. (photo credit: REUTERS)ByREUTERS