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Assad Regime and Syrian Opposition Swap Prisoners

Days before the start of the latest round of talks in Astana, the regime and the Syrian opposition have taken part in a prisoner swap, releasing nine prisoners from each side reports Anadolu News Agency.

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.

Press Freedoms Continue to Be Curtailed in Syria

Syria was ranked 174 out of 180 states by Reporters Without Borders, although they did not address journalists imprisoned in Syria, as there is no reliable data writes Ana Press.

What Happened Over the Weekend

Israeli airstrikes on Hama’s countryside, regime airstrikes in Idleb, Turkish reinforcements sent to the border and Leishmaniasis disease spreads across Raqqa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.

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.

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.

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.