American commentator tells pro-Damascus e-newspaper that Syria and Russia can still pursue Nusra despite Resolution 2401
Moscow’s actions in the Ghouta – military and political – should be seen as a strengthening of its position independent of the fate of Assad, Enab Baladi writes
Damascus appears to be leaning on Moscow – instead of Tehran – for major support in the recovery process, Alsouria Net writes
Local doctors have reported that some people were admitted to hospital exhibiting symptoms of exposure to chemical weapons
Despite international pledges of assistance, much work remains to clear the city of the dangers that ISIS left behind, Enab Baladi writes
The shelling of Damascus by opposition militants should not be seen as a justification for Assad’s leveling of Eastern Ghouta, Wael Sawah writes
Both the Assad regime and its foes in the region could be banking on Cairo to facilitate the right conditions for a profitable reconstruction, Enab Baladi writes
‘Aid to the people of Ghouta’ inscribed on rounds fired at government forces and allied militias in the southern region
Government forces positioned near the mountain region have said they will target civilian areas if local rebels try to thwart regime advance, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Top official slams foreign military campaigns on Syrian soil during opening of Middle East forum in Moscow, SANA reports
Media and opposition sources report deployment of heavy reinforcements in preparation for an upcoming attack on the besieged suburb
Possible new confrontation in eastern Syria as American and Kurdish forces look to ward off Iranian-backed militias
Washington’s U.N. ambassador issues warning on Iran and Hezbollah over their role in the Syrian conflict
Research center tracks Syria’s military and political developments over the first month of 2018
Destruction of homes has forced civilians into overcrowded and unsanitary dwellings, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Al-Modon catalogues the extent of the damage caused to regime and Iranian military positions inside Syria
Kurdish commander stops shy of requesting Syrian army support as Operation Olive Branch drags into its fourth week, Alsouria Net reports
Iran’s press has taken shots at the ‘thankless’ Syrian president for handing reconstruction over to Russia, Alsouria Net reports
Damascus will not accept U.N.-led efforts to establish a constitutional committee, SANA reports
Sources claims rifts have emerged within the Sunni alliance after the ousting of the group’s military leader, Al-Etihad reports
