Hudud Shaqiqa

The story

Hudud Shaqiqa is a 2013 Syrian-Lebanese political comedy set in two neighbouring villages — Umm Al-Nour and Umm Al-Nar — straddling the Syrian-Lebanese border. Through sharp satire and situational humor, the series explores the social, economic, and religious tensions shaped by political borders, while taking pointed jabs at power, manipulation, and the absurdities of Arab political life. Starring the beloved Syrian comedian Bassem Yakhour.