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Instagram Bans the Syrian Presidency

The social media site Instagram has closed the account belonging to the Syrian presidency, as well as a number of accounts owned by Iranians reports Al-Modon.

Cabinet to Redouble Effort in Light of Fuel Crisis

Following their weekly meeting, the cabinet has said that they will implement a range of projects to help mitigate the effects of the fuel crisis that is plaguing Syria writes Al-Watan.

Assad Regime and Syrian Opposition Swap Prisoners

Days before the start of the latest round of talks in Astana, the regime and the Syrian opposition have taken part in a prisoner swap, releasing nine prisoners from each side reports Anadolu News Agency.

US Tightens the Economic Noose on Assad Regime

The US is limiting the flow of dollars in and out of Syria and trying to dissuade other countries from providing fuel, in an attempt to put pressure on the Assad regime reports Zaman Al Wasl.

Assassinations Rock Southern Syria

Despite a Russian-mediated deal with the opposition, assassination have been on the rise, reflecting the power struggle between Iran and Russia writes Asharq al-Awsat.

Turkish-US Talks on a “Security Zone” Continue

Despite some reports of progress, talks about the nature of a “security zone” in northeastern Syria are still ongoing reports Al-Quds Al-Araby.

Kosovan Citizens Return From Syria

The returning Kosovan citizens, some of whom are foreign fighters, but mainly women and children, have described their time in Syria negatively reports Asharq al-Awsat.

What Happened Over the Weekend

Syrian denial of Russian Iranian conflicts, Syrian delegation visits Crimea, civilians killed in Idleb, ISIS attacks in Homs and Iranian control over Aleppo airport. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Russia Secures Tartous Port for the Next 49 Years

The port will be used by the Russians for transportation and economic purposes, while continuing to serve as a base for their warships reports Alsouria Net.