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What Happened Over the Weekend

Continued attacks in Idleb, anger over international inaction, Turkish and Russian talks and refugees returning from Lebanon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

Syrian Youth Trends Around Politics and Media

A survey conducted by the Sada Institute has examined how Syrian youth, both inside and outside the country, consume and view news about Syria.

Rights Group Calls for Halt of Deportations in Lebanon

The refugees, who had previously been in Cyprus and Istanbul, had entry bans placed on their passports and were reportedly forced to sign deportation papers reports Zaman Al Wasl.

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.

Idleb Militants Fear Decline in Ankara’s Support

Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling Justice and Development Party lost control of both Istanbul and the capital Ankara in recent local elections, stoking fears in Idleb writes Al-Watan.

What Happened Over the Weekend

Spousal homicide in Qamishli, Erdogan vows to solve Syria after elections, residents of the Golan decry Trump and the missing in Raqqa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

52 Syrians Detained in Turkey Over ISIS Links

The suspected Islamic State members were arrested following dawn raids in northwestern Bursa province reports Asharq al-Awsat.

Syria Revokes Western Diplomats’ Residency Permits

The Syrian Foreign Ministry is trying to pressure to foreign governments in to reopening their embassies in the capital Damascus reports Asharq al-Awsat.

Confusion Surrounds Manbij

Conflicting reports, claims and counter claims have created a state of uncertainty in Manbij, as the fate of the city hangs in the balance.