As a result of the civil war in Syria commencing in 2011, between the government of President Bashar al‑Assad and rebel groups, refugees have began entering Lebanon in large numbers, and quickly.[1] This sudden influx of refugees has resulted in the overpopulation of existing camps and cities as well a drain on resources.[2] This sudden and urgent circumstance lead to tension between Lebanese citizens and Syrian refugees.[3] The Lebanese government did not make an attempt to account for these refugees, it instead blocked aid to them in a passive dissent to their immigration.[22] Border crossing restrictions were issued for Syrians crossing into Lebanon, this only lead to the movement of asylum seekers shifting to illegal smuggling.[4]