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What Happened Over the Weekend

More people test positive for coronavirus, Turkish media claims Egyptian troops in Syria, further regime strikes in Idleb and Israel pulls back from attacks. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Four Explosions Kill 13 in Ras al-Ayn

Ras al-Ayn has been plagued by explosions, which have targeted civilians and killed and injured a number of people reports Enab Baladi.

Assad Meets with Russian Delegation

During their meeting, the two sides discussed on-going developments in the country and preparations for the upcoming round of the Constitutional Committee writes SANA.

Fifth Legion Members Chant Against Assad in Daraa

Shortly after graduating, and while still wearing their uniform and holding the Syrian flag, soldiers from the Fifth Legion started to chant against Assad reports Baladi News.

Regime Creates Committee to Audit “Insult” Video

The regime has promised to take action after a video was circulated that showed a hospital worker insulting the body of someone who had died of coronavirus writes Sowt Al-Asima.

Disputes Standing in Way of Harvesting Crops in al-Qrayya

Disputes between Daraa and Suweida, which have often turned violent, have prevented farmers in the region from collecting their harvest and stripping them of a livelihood writes Enab Baladi.

Special Treatment for Repatriated Syrians

Syrian returning to the country must now pay to spend one night in a hotel and be tested for the coronavirus reports Al-Watan.

Regime Blocks Shihabi’s Business Venture

The regime has blocked Fares al-Shihabi’s efforts to produce Syria’s first ventilator unit, with the businessman’s recent criticism thought to be behind the decision write Shaam News.

Plans to Build Hagia Sophia Church in Hama?

Following the announcement that the Hagia Sophia would be turned back into a mosque, a National Defense commander has decided to build a miniature version of the building in Hama writes Enab Baladi.