The Syrian protests began in the southern city of Daraa . Bouazizi 's act and death spawned demonstrations that led to the grassroots ouster of Tunisian President Zine El Abidine Ben Ali and fueled other protests across the Arab world . Hide Caption 1 of 18 Photos:Photos: A year later , the protests have spread throughout the country .
The Syrian protests began in the southern city of Daraa . Hide Caption 1 of 18 Photos:Photos: A year later , the protests have spread throughout the country .