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The Latest Breaking News from Bashar alAssad

Lebanon-Syria border clashes reflect new realities on the ground

Clashes along the Lebanon-Syria border drew armies, threaten Damascus and Beirut’s state-building projects.

Al Jazeera

More than 1 million displaced Syrians have returned home since ouster of al-Assad

The UN predicts that as many as 3.5 million refugees and IDPs may return to their homes in Syria this year, and says more aid and funding is needed.

Euronews

Germany reopens Damascus embassy 13 years after Syrian war forced its closure

Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said her trip to Damascus, her second since the fall of the al-Assad regime, was meant to renew the possibility of 'a political new beginning' between the two countries.

Euronews

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‘Don’t trust anyone’: Have Syria’s Alawites lost faith in new government?

Syria’s Alawites fear they may never be safe after hundreds were killed in sectarian-motivated violence.

Al Jazeera

Investment in Syria needed to prevent more displacement - UN migration chief

Discussions about the return of Syrian refugees should not be held ‘in isolation’ from the wider economic and political context, the director-general of the UN’s migration agency told Euronews.

Euronews

Two people killed in Israeli air strike on Deraa in southern Syria

The Israeli army said it had targeted military sites in southern Syria that posed a ‘threat to the State of Israel’.

Al Jazeera

EU, others pledge more than $6bn to Syria in post-al-Assad donor drive

Western powers and regional neighbours attend conference in Brussels aimed at helping country rebuild after civil war.

Al Jazeera

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At least seven killed in spiralling clashes on Syria-Lebanon border

Lebanese and Syrian armies say they have been communicating to ease the escalating border violence.

Al Jazeera

Brussels hosts Syrian foreign minister for talks on country’s political and economic transition

The EU is hoping to rally further support for Syria’s fragile transition, days after sectarian violence erupted in the country’s coastal regions.

Euronews

At least 16 killed after unexploded bomb from civil war goes off in Syria

Blast in coastal Latakia city reportedly occurred when a scrap dealer unknowingly handled old bomb

The Independent UK

Reform UK candidate who praised Hitler and Assad put in charge of vetting

Jack Aaron, whose past comments on controversial leaders led to widespread criticism, is now overseeing candidate selection

The Guardian - UK

Syrians mark revolution anniversary with roses, songs and tight security

Syrian flags and revolutionary songs fill the streets on a day of celebrating hope and sacrifice.

Al Jazeera

Syria’s al-Sharaa signs temporary constitution

President hails ‘new history’ as he signs document while Israel launches air attack on Damascus.

Al Jazeera

Qatar begins supplying natural gas to Syria through Jordan

Qatar will provide 400 megawatts of electricity daily to Syria, where authorities have struggled with power generation.

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Canada announces plan to ease Syria sanctions, appoints ambassador

Ottawa to begin easing unwinding sanctions, as it names its ambassador to Lebanon to serve in a parallel role in Syria.

The Guardian - UK

Israel to occupy Syrian southern territory for ‘unlimited time’, says minister

Israel Katz reaffirms IDF will continue holding Mount Hermon area beyond contested northern Israeli borders

Al Jazeera

US’s Rubio hails Syria deal with Kurds, calls for non-sectarian governance

Top US diplomat endorses agreement to integrate Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions.

The Conversation

After mass killings in Syria, can a fragmented country stay united?

Shortly after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria, the new government led by rebel leader Ahmed al-Sharaa pledged to unite Syrians and establish a “civil peace” in the country.

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Israeli warplanes attack military sites in Syria’s southern Deraa province

Syrian and Israeli media report air attacks on southern province targeting military sites of former al-Assad regime.

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Syria’s al-Sharaa vows to punish forces responsible for mass killings

Hundreds have been reported dead in recent days, including civilians, security forces and armed fighters.

Al Jazeera

Syria clashes – what happened?

Hundreds of people have been killed and residents of Syria’s coastal governorates are scared to leave home.

Al Jazeera

Syria announces end of military operation against al-Assad loyalists

Defence Ministry spokesman says security threats have been neutralised in al-Assad strongholds of Latakia and Tartous.

The Guardian - UK

Syrian defence ministry says military operation over and forces ‘paving way for life to return to normal’ – as it happened

Syria’s defence ministry spokesperson warns of further retribution against forces loyal to Assad

The Independent UK

Syria’s new Islamist leader vows action after his soldiers massacre civilians

Ahmed al-Sharaa’s forces kill hundreds of civilians from minority Alawite community following ambush by insurgents loyal to ousted president Bashar al-Assad

Al Jazeera

Syria’s al-Sharaa launches probe into deadly clashes, vows accountability

Ahmed al-Sharaa says Syria will not be dragged into civil war as he vows to hold accountable those involved in violence.

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