AdvertisementA Syrian Lands In The U.S. For An Award, Only To Be Turned BackApril 21, 2016Jackie NorthamAlison MeusefacebookEmailSyrian Raed Saleh came to Washington to receive an award for his rescue work in his homeland. However, he was turned back at Dulles International Airport outside Washington. No reason was given. In his honor, those attending the Tuesday evening banquet wore white helmets, a symbol of his group, Syria Civil Defense. (Courtesy of Relief International)