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US Senators Urge Against Waiving Caesar Sanctions in Northern Syria

Republican Senators at Congress have warned Joe Biden's administration against lifting any sanctions against the Syrian regime, even though no official moves on the ground have been taken to that end. The legislative and executive authorities in the US have frequently tussled over the Syria, going back to the term…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Daughter of David Haines to confront his alleged Islamic State kidnapper in US trial

Bethany Haines says she will plead with El Shafee Elsheikh to reveal where remains of her father and other western hostages lie

The Guardian - UK

Could Russia use chemical weapons in Ukraine and how would west respond?

Military action by Nato by no means certain for fear of Putin’s ability to strike back

The Guardian - UK

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Blinken set to see Israelis, Arabs wary about Iran, Ukraine

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will try to use his three-nation tour of the Middle East and North Africa to reassure wary Israelis and Arabs that the Biden administration is committed to the region’s security at a time when Washington is confronting multiple foreign policy challenges

The Independent UK

Russian Ambassador to Damascus Praises Syria’s Support

The Russian Ambassador to Damascus, Alexander Efimov has expressed appreciation to Damascus for its support over its “special military operation” in Ukraine. “A friend in need is a friend indeed,” Efimov affirmed. He made the remarks during a special meeting hosted by the Arab Writers Union. According to the Russian…

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Syria constitutional talks fail again in Geneva

Committee has been trying, and failing, to draft a new constitution since 2019, as the war in Syria continues.

Al Jazeera

‘Butcher of Mariupol’ accused of ordering maternity hospital bombing six years after destroying Aleppo

Mikhail Mizintsev accused of ordering bombing of children’s hospital and theatre where civilians were sheltering

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Could Russia use chemical weapons in Ukraine and how would west respond?

Military action by Nato by no means certain for fear of Putin’s ability to strike back

The Guardian - UK

‘The same enemy’: Syrians endured Russian bombing for years. Now they tell Ukrainians to expect the worst

Inside the rebel-controlled Idlib province, Syrians speak of their hopes and fears for the Ukraine war. Borzou Daragahi reports from near Saraqib

The Independent UK

Syrian ‘State Symbols’ Spark Dispute in Geneva

A document on Syria’s “state symbols” - presented by the government delegation before the seventh round of the Constitutional Committee’s meetings in Geneva – sparked disputes with the group representing the opposition, headed by Hadi al-Bahra, and other affiliated civil society figures. The seventh round of meetings ends this Friday,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Pedersen: Syria Remains One of World’s Most Dangerous Conflicts

Geir Pedersen, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for Syria, admitted on Thursday that significant differences remain between the Syrian government and opposition delegations on writing the country’s new Constitution. Briefing the 15-member Council on the penultimate day of the seventh session of the Small Body of the Syrian Constitutional Committee,…

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Three years on, US still views Syria’s Golan as Israeli territory

Despite promoting ‘territorial integrity’ in Ukraine, Biden administration refuses to reverse Trump’s Golan recognition.

Al Jazeera

World Cup 2022 qualifier halted due to fan riots in stadium during Lebanon vs Syria

Lebanon hosted Syria in what was a vital World Cup qualifier for both nations, but the contest was marred and halted by significant fan violence in the stadium

Daily Mirror

UN Blames Russia for Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis

The UN General Assembly on Thursday overwhelmingly approved a resolution blaming Russia for a humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and urging an immediate cease-fire and protection for millions of civilians and the homes, schools and hospitals critical to their survival. The vote on the resolution was 140-5 with only Belarus, Syria,…

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Ukraine war allows UAE to bring Syria’s Assad in from the cold

Geopolitical realignments have allowed the UAE to rehabilitate Bashar al-Assad, with Russian support.

The Guardian - UK

How Russia is using tactics from the Syrian playbook in Ukraine

Entire settlements reduced to rubble, attacks on civilian targets and the bombing of refugee exit routes were all part of Moscow’s brutal Syria campaign

Asharq Al-Awsat

'Settlements Train' Arrives at Hezbollah Stronghold West of Damascus

The ''train of settlements''1A imposed by the Syrian government in the Damascus countryside pulled into the western Qalamun region, an area of influence for the Lebanon-based Hezbollah militia in Syria.

Daily Mirror

Syrian refugees in the UK say Russian 'war crimes' repeat Aleppo horrors

Russian air forces offered brutal support to the Assad regime in Syria

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Ukraine latest updates: NATO will ‘respond’ to chemical weapons

Ukraine-Russia news from March 24: US President Joe Biden warns Russia against using chemical weapons in Ukraine.

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Iran Welcomes Syria Ties with Arabs, Says Nuclear Deal Close

The foreign ministers of Iran and Syria, two allies of Russia, discussed the war in Ukraine and other developments during a meeting in Damascus on Wednesday. Syria's top diplomat said Moscow is defending its people. Faisal Mekdad spoke to reporters in Damascus after his Iranian counterpart, Hossein Amirabdollahian, held talks…

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s a kind of revenge’: Damascus suburb demolished as Assad builds a ‘new Syria’

Investigation reveals former rebel-held areas are being levelled under the guise of mine clearance to make way for high-end developments – leaving refugees nothing to return to

Al Jazeera

Ukraine war: Why is Russia encouraging foreign fighters to join?

Analysts say the Kremlin may have been inspired by Ukraine’s similar step and warn of ominous consequences.

Reuters

Iran and Syria to bolster ties after Ukraine crisis

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian arrived in Damascus on Wednesday and said Iran's priority was to strengthen strategic ties in a changing global scene after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

The Conversation

Ukraine: aid workers were forced out of Syria – the same thing could happen in this war

In the midst of brutal war, healthcare and humanitarian aid workers represent hope. They travel to areas riven by conflict and ease the suffering of the most vulnerable through moving displays of humanity. Coming from a range of international organisations, they administer healthcare, distribute donations and support and manage emergency…

The Independent UK

Iran's FM in Syria to discuss Ukraine war, ties with Arabs

Iran’s Foreign Minister has landed in Damascus where he is to discuss with top officials mutual relations between the two strong allies and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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