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What Happened Over the Weekend

Syrian Airlines announces Damascus-Doha flight, two Syrian army forces killed in Homs, and Kurdish-Arab brotherhood discussed. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

What if Abdah, Hariri Were to Learn from Navalny

Alexei Navalny returned to Russia, knowing what he would face when he arrived, and yet, none of the Syrian opposition leaders have dared to return to Damascus writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.

Greek Authorities Deport Syrian Activist To Turkey

Abdullah Taouma tried to reach Europe to seek medical attention for his injuries, but was beaten and abused by Greek border guards who threw him in a river reports Zaman Al-Wasl.

Defected Brigadier General Ahmad Rahal Released

Ahmad Rahal, who was arrested by Turkish authorities nearly 10 weeks ago has been  released, with no reasoning behind the decision given reports Nadaa Syria.

Has Russia Started a Political Solution in Syria?

A recent trip to Damascus by Sergey Lavrov has heightened speculation that Russia is looking for a political solution in Syria, which would allow them to reap rewards writes Asharq Al-Awsat.

Idleb Update

The bloody push and pull between the regime and Turkey-backed forces continues in Idleb, with losses on both sides reports Alsouria Net.

Islam Alloush: From the Assad Army to French Prison

Islam Alloush, who was a spokesman for Jaish al-Islam, has been arrested and charged with war crimes, torture, and the forced disappearance of activists report Al-Modon.

Four Syrian Rebels Killed in Libya

Despite denials about their presence in Libya, reports have emerged about the death of four Syrian fighters from the Syrian National Army reports Zaman Al Wasl.

Syrian Signs Marriage Contract in Silence

A Syrian living in Istanbul has donated his wedding funds to the people of Idleb, to try and help ease their suffering reports Jisr.