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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.

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.

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.

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.

Assad, Borisov Discuss Boosting Syrian-Russian Cooperation

Russia, a long time supporter of Syria, said that recent talks will help in the implementation of economic plans and will strengthen the relationship between the two countries reports The Syria Times.

Syria Imposes New Fuel Rations as Sanctions Bite

Blaming Western sanctions for the crisis, Syria had imposed tough sanctions on people’s fuel consumption, limiting how much and how often they can fill up their vehicles writes Asharq al-Awsat.

Mikdad Lashes out at UN Investigation Mechanism

The Deputy Foreign Minister, Faisal Mikdad, has said that the funding of the investigation mechanism is a threat to the efforts of the UN Special Envoy to Syria writes Al-Watan.

Kurdish Organizations Accuse Turkey of War Crimes in Afrin

Kurdish groups have condemned the arrest of prominent Kurdish figures, as well as the kidnapping, armed robbery, seizure of property and forceful expulsion of residents in Afrin reports Etihad Press.

Is the al-Rukban Camp Being Dismantled?

Following a meeting between Russia, the regime and representatives from al-Rukban, families have started to leave, although the fate that awaits them is unclear writes Al-Modon.