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Syrian regime accused of exploiting missing persons crisis
Damascus faces international condemnation as new reports reveal the Assad government is allegedly manipulating families of missing persons for political leverage against Western nations.
Assad wins Syria election with 95.1% of vote
Bashar al-Assad secures overwhelming victory in Syria's controversial presidential election while Western nations dismiss the process as illegitimate and undemocratic.
Israeli missiles strike Syrian defence sites near Damascus
Explosions reported in Damascus as Syrian air defences allegedly intercept Israeli missiles targeting military facilities near the coastal city of Baniyas.
Israeli air strike hits Iranian officials in Damascus
Explosions rock Syrian capital as alleged Israeli missile attack hits building near Iranian embassy, marking significant escalation in regional tensions.
UN: Assad Coercing Syrian Refugees to Return from Lebanon
The UN refugee agency warns of a coercive campaign by Syria's government, forcing vulnerable refugees in Lebanon to return to an unsafe homeland, despite ongoing risks and lack of basic services.
Assad Accused of Sectarian Crackdown with Mosque Closures
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad faces mounting criticism for the forced closure of key Sunni mosques in Damascus, a move decried as a blatant attempt to suppress religious freedom and inflame sectarian divisions.
Assad visits Sunni mosque in Damascus amid tensions
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad made a rare visit to a Sunni mosque in Damascus, a move seen as an attempt to bridge sectarian divides in the war-torn country.
Israel strikes Damascus in rare daylight attack
Israeli warplanes targeted a building near Damascus, killing an Iranian adviser. The strike raises tensions amid ongoing regional conflicts.
Syrian Forces Clash with Bedouin Tribes Near Damascus
Violent clashes erupt between Syrian government forces and Bedouin tribes in the Damascus countryside, raising fears of escalating conflict in the region.
Israel bombs Syria in new Damascus airstrikes
Israeli forces have conducted airstrikes near Damascus, targeting alleged Iranian-linked sites. The attack raises fears of further escalation in the region.
Syria vows Druze protection after Israel strikes
Syria's president condemns recent Israeli attacks on Damascus, pledging to protect the Druze minority. Tensions escalate as regional conflict deepens.
Syrian Journalist Escapes Israeli Airstrike in Damascus
A Syrian journalist captured the terrifying moment an Israeli airstrike hit near his location in Damascus. The footage shows the immediate aftermath and chaos on the ground.
Israel strikes Syria defence ministry in third day of attacks
Israeli forces have intensified their military campaign against Syria, striking the country's defence ministry in Damascus. This marks the third consecutive day of attacks, raising fears of further regional escalation.
Syria Accuses Israel of Deadly Airstrike Near Damascus
Syria claims Israel launched an airstrike near Damascus, killing a Druze leader and raising fears of regional escalation. Read the latest on this developing story.
Syria Accuses Israel of Damascus Airstrike
Syria claims Israeli airstrikes targeted areas near Damascus, killing several. Tensions rise as regional instability deepens.
Syria accuses Israel of deadly airstrike near Damascus
Syria's state media reports an Israeli airstrike near Damascus, killing two civilians and injuring others, escalating regional tensions.
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