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Violent Clashes, Dead North of Raqqa

Northern Raqqa has experience a surge in violence, with the Syrian Democratic Forces targeting Turkish-backed groups and regime forces being hit by Turkish drone fire reports The Levant News.

Human Rights Defenders Demand Arrest of Militia Leader

Human rights activists have called for the arrest of Bassam Haji Mustafa, a militia leader who now lives in Paris and has styled himself as a political activist reports Etihad Press.

Three Syrian Women on BBC 100 Women 2020 List

The BBC has released its 2020 list of inspirational women, which this year includes three a biologist, a documentary maker and an illustrator, all from Syria writes Enab Baladi.

The Revolution’s Ire Towards the SNC

The recent announcement of the creation of an elections commission has been the final straw for some, who have long felt the failures of the Syrian National Coalition writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.

SNC Suspends Decision to Form Elections Commission

The Syrian National Coalition has changed course on the creation of an elections commission, following an intense backlash from a number of people writes Alsouria Net.

Why Did Assad Deny Muallem Before his Death?

The late Walid al-Muallem reportedly submitted his resignation to Assad on multiple occasions, citing health issues, but his requests were denied by the Syrian leader reports Nedaa Syria.

Turkish-Backed Groups Loot Contents of Mar Touma Church

Father Mikhail Jacob has accused Turkish-backed armed opposition group of looting a church in Ras al-Ayn, even stealing from the Syriac Orthodox Scout Squad reports North Press.

What Happened Over the Weekend

Mike Pompeo is condemned for visit to occupied Golan Heights, US forces withdraw armored vehicles and trucks, coronavirus cases continue to rise, and Russian diplomat meets UN Special Envoy. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Greek Authorities Deport Syrian Activist To Turkey

Abdullah Taouma tried to reach Europe to seek medical attention for his injuries, but was beaten and abused by Greek border guards who threw him in a river reports Zaman Al-Wasl.

Iranian Flags Drape Deir ez-Zor Celebrations

To mark three years since the ouster of the Islamic State from al-Bukamal, celebrations were held, with large flags and pictures of the late Qassem Solemani reports Alsouria Net.