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Syria Pressured to Curb Influence of Iran, Turkey

There is a possibility that Syria could be brought back in to the international community, if it is willing to curb the Turkish and Iranian influence on its territories writes Asharq Al-Awsat.

73,000 Syrians Return to Idleb After Ceasefire

With the ceasefire deal in place, thousands of Syrians have started to return to their homes and businesses, despite both sides building up military forces reports Zaman Al-Wasl.

US Soldier Killed in Syria

A US soldier has been killed, along with several SDF fighters, in an ambush attack in Deir ez-Zor, although it is not known who was responsible reports Al-Masdar.

What Happened Over the Weekend

A fire at a camp kills children, minor earthquake felt on the Syrian coast, condemnation of Israeli actions in the Golan and Turkey continue to request help from the US. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Senior Hezbollah Commander Killed in Southern Lebanon

A senior commander from Hezbollah, who was believed to have been close to former Quds Force commander Qasem Solemani, was killed in southern Lebanon reports Zaman Al Wasl.

Jabbour: Syria Is Not Equipped to Handle the COVID-19 Crisis

The Syrian Observer has sat down with Samer Jabbour, professor of public health at the American University of Beirut and co-chair of The Lancet Commission on Syria, who claims that Syria is not ready for coronavirus.

How Do Syrians Remember Abdel Halim Khaddam?

A once influential figure, Abdel Halim Khaddam died in France forgotten by his country and with few achievements to his name writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.