Art in a Suitcase Depicts War-Torn Syria

Mohamad Hafez, an architect who designs skyscrapers, is better known as the artist who builds replicas of war-torn homes and buildings inside suitcases. His work, which depicts the ongoing Syrian conflict and the experience of war refugees, has been recognized by museums and galleries across the nation. VOA's June Soh caught up with the artist in New Haven, Connecticut, where he lives. Carol Pearson narrates the story.