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Sheikho Warns About the Forced Return of Syrian Refugees

Syrian refugees living Lebanon have been subjected to appalling attacks and have faced extreme pressure to return home, despite the prevailing conditions in Syria writes the Syrian National Coalition.

Syrian Child Saved by Turkish Coast Guard

Desperate Syrians are still trying to make the dangerous crossing from Turkey to Greece, with many drowning before they reach their destination reports Zaman Al Wasl.

Four Syrians on the Forbes Middle East Rich List

Four Syrian businessmen have made it on to Forbes Middle East Rich List 2019, although the total wealth of the list has dropped five percent from last year reports Alsouria Net.

Syrians Fled for a Reason. Now Their Safe Return Is at Stake

The war in Syria has displaced 13 million people, but the situation and realities on the ground are not helping to facilitate their return writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.

What Happened Over the Weekend

Arrests in eastern Ghouta, continued suffering at the al-Rukban camp, five dead in Hama and al-Sisi pledges support for a political resolution. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Russia and Iran Divide up Syria’s Security 

Despite being allies, Iran and Russia are competing to take control of Syria’s state institutions and have made a number of new appointments to ensure their influence writes Al-Modon.

Mounting Violations Against Syrian Detainees in Lebanon

A new report by the National Liberation Movement has highlighted the injustices that Syrian refugees living in Lebanon are subjected to and the illegal practises of the Lebanese security forces writes Zaman Al Wasl.

Khamis Promises to Follow up on Corruption Cases

Prime Minister of Syria, Imad Khamis, has been examining the most recent data surrounding the industrial and economic output from Syria reports Al-Watan.

Muallem: Syria’s Right in Occupied Golan Is Firm

Foreign Minister Walid al–Muallem has reiterated that nothing will change Syria’s position regarding the occupied Golan and that they are ready to respond in any way writes SANA.

Bashar Talal al-Assad Steps out of Line

A recent rebellion by Bashar Talal al-Assad in Qardaha could point to a much bigger division between the Assad regime and their strongest national ally, the Alawites reports Al-Modon.

Russia Hands Over Remains of Israeli Soldier

The remains of Zachary Baumel, who was killed in 1982, were handed over by Russian President, Vladimir Putin, to Israeli President, Benjamin Netanyahu reports Alsouria Net.

Iran’s Presence on Syrian Coast Angers Russia

Iran is set to take control of the facility in the fall and will be used to restores Iran’s presence in the Mediterranean reports Asharq al-Awsat.