Damascus, a city in Syria
The residents of Yarmouk ‘need help rebuilding’ the enclave of the Palestinian diaspora, which was reduced to rubble by Syrian and Russian air forces
Nawaf Salam seen as a man of change who could secure reforms required for the country to access $20bn in international funds to rebuild its shattered economy and war-ravaged regions
Rebel coalition calls for people to return to work and ‘contribute to building a new Syria’
President Erdogan determined to further his nation’s regional interests by helping to ensure the transition to a stable new political regime in Syria
Assad’s withdrawal ignites a tiny spark of hope. We don’t know the rebels’ agenda but everyone from all religions and backgrounds seems united
Despite jubilance, Syria is in grip of power vacuum and economic problems with path of evolution unclear
Israel says air strikes will continue to target Assad’s former arsenal
Focus will be reflection on ‘diplomatic relations with Syria’ and a cautious observation of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham
Arab leaders and analysts surprised and shocked by Assad’s sudden fall and flight
Bashar al-Assad’s downfall evokes memories of uprisings in Egypt, Libya, Tunisia and Yemen, which brought civil war or authoritarian rule. Syrians hope for better
Loss of Syrian vassal could cost Russia crucial military bases and influence in Middle East and beyond
Celebrations have been taking place in Damascus and across Syria after the shock ousting of longtime president Bashar al-Assad.
In the jail infamous for torture, prisoners are rumoured to be trapped in hidden cells
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Inquests into the nightclub fire that led to the deaths of 48 people
How does a post-Brexit world shape the identity and relationship of these islands
Weddings, Births, Deaths and other family notices
