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Israel strikes military targets in Syria's Tartus

Israel strikes military targets in Syria's Tartus

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Bashar al-Assad is hiding in Russia with a family fortune of tens of billions of dollars - media

Bashar al-Assad is hiding in Russia with a family fortune of tens of billions of dollars - media

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EU plans to convince new Syrian government to close Russian bases - media

EU plans to convince new Syrian government to close Russian bases - media

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Russians in Syria “whine” about difficulties in evacuating their soldiers - DIU

Russians in Syria “whine” about difficulties in evacuating their soldiers - DIU

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Turkey reopens diplomatic mission in Syria after more than 11 years

Turkey reopens diplomatic mission in Syria after more than 11 years

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Ex-Damascus prison chief to stand trial in US court for torture

Ex-Damascus prison chief to stand trial in US court for torture

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A broken portrait of Putin and a burned-out hall: BILD photo from Assad's defeated palace

A broken portrait of Putin and a burned-out hall: BILD photo from Assad's defeated palace

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Rebels in Syria may have received help from Ukraine to topple Assad regime: intelligence agencies have yet to comment

Rebels in Syria may have received help from Ukraine to topple Assad regime: intelligence agencies have yet to comment

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Israeli Defense Ministry claims to have destroyed Syria's fleet

Israeli Defense Ministry claims to have destroyed Syria's fleet

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Head of Syria's interim government is al-Bashir

Head of Syria's interim government is al-Bashir

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G7 leaders are ready to support the new Syrian government

G7 leaders are ready to support the new Syrian government

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Israel launches large-scale strike in Syria: tanks approach Damascus

Israel launches large-scale strike in Syria: tanks approach Damascus

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Turkey will open a checkpoint on the border with Syria, which has been closed since 2013

Turkey will open a checkpoint on the border with Syria, which has been closed since 2013

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Because the entire combat-ready army of the Russian Federation is on the territory of Ukraine: Zelensky on the reasons for the fall of the Assad regime

Because the entire combat-ready army of the Russian Federation is on the territory of Ukraine: Zelensky on the reasons for the fall of the Assad regime

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In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

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The Fall of the Assad Regime: It Became Known Who Will Head the Transitional Government of Syria

The Fall of the Assad Regime: It Became Known Who Will Head the Transitional Government of Syria

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Iran establishes contacts with rebels in Syria after Assad's overthrow

Iran establishes contacts with rebels in Syria after Assad's overthrow

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Putin granted asylum to Bashar al-Assad and his family-rossmi

Putin granted asylum to Bashar al-Assad and his family-rossmi

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The Syrian embassy in Moscow changed its flag after the overthrow of the Assad regime

The Syrian embassy in Moscow changed its flag after the overthrow of the Assad regime

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Russia may lose military influence in Africa due to the situation in Syria - ISW

Russia may lose military influence in Africa due to the situation in Syria - ISW

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US cancels award for new Syrian leader after meeting in Damascus

US cancels award for new Syrian leader after meeting in Damascus

The United States canceled the reward for the arrest of HTS leader Ahmed al-Sharaa after the first official meeting in Damascus. Syria's new leader promised to fight terrorism and promote regional peace.

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For the first time in 10 years, the United States sent diplomats to Syria after the overthrow of Assad

For the first time in 10 years, the United States sent diplomats to Syria after the overthrow of Assad

The American delegation arrived in Damascus to meet with various Syrian groups after the fall of the Assad regime. Diplomats plan to discuss the principles of the transition period and the fate of missing Americans.

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The US warns of the threat of ISIS' return after the fall of the Assad regime

The US warns of the threat of ISIS' return after the fall of the Assad regime

The US National Security Advisor warns of a possible revival of ISIS due to the power vacuum in Syria after Assad's flight. Terrorists have become more active and may take advantage of instability in the region.

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Satellites detect massive movement of Russian equipment from bases in Syria

Satellites detect massive movement of Russian equipment from bases in Syria

Satellite images show increased activity at the Russian bases of Khmeimim and Tartus in Syria. A massive movement of military equipment and transport aircraft has been recorded, which may indicate a reduction in the Russian contingent.

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Netanyahu says Israeli forces will remain in Syria's buffer zone until “an agreement is reached”

Netanyahu says Israeli forces will remain in Syria's buffer zone until “an agreement is reached”

Israel's Prime Minister announced the maintenance of a buffer zone in Syria until a new agreement is reached. The statement was made from Mount Hermon amid the escalation of the conflict and the build-up of military presence in the region.

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France returns flag to embassy in Damascus

France returns flag to embassy in Damascus

France restored its flag at the embassy in Damascus after a 12-year break. European countries begin to establish diplomatic contacts with the new Syrian government.

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Syria's transitional government calls on Russia to reconsider its military presence and interests in the country

Syria's transitional government calls on Russia to reconsider its military presence and interests in the country

Syria's transitional government secretary, Obaida Arnaout, called on Russia to reconsider its military presence in the country after the overthrow of the Assad regime. The new government is negotiating with other countries and seeking to establish international relations.

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Reuters: human rights activist says at least 100,000 bodies in Syria mass grave

Reuters: human rights activist says at least 100,000 bodies in Syria mass grave

A mass grave with the bodies of at least 100,000 people killed during the rule of Bashar al-Assad has been found in Syria. According to human rights activist Muaz Mustafa, this is one of five mass graves discovered near Damascus.

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Assad makes his first statement after fleeing Syria: Media release details

Assad makes his first statement after fleeing Syria: Media release details

Bashar al-Assad said that he remained in Damascus until the evening of December 8 and had no plans to flee the country. Reuters and Bloomberg claim that the escape was organized by Russian intelligence without warning his family.

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Syria secretly transported two tons of cash worth a quarter of a billion dollars to Moscow - FT

Syria secretly transported two tons of cash worth a quarter of a billion dollars to Moscow - FT

In 2018-2019, the Assad regime made 21 flights with cash to Moscow's Vnukovo airport. The funds were intended for deposits in sanctioned Russian banks and payment for services of the Russian Federation.

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Israel strikes military targets in Syria's Tartus

Israel strikes military targets in Syria's Tartus

The Israeli Air Force carried out large-scale strikes on military targets in Syria's Tartus and Latakia. Air defense bases, surface-to-surface missile depots, and other military facilities near the Russian naval base were attacked.

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Bashar al-Assad is hiding in Russia with a family fortune of tens of billions of dollars - media

Bashar al-Assad is hiding in Russia with a family fortune of tens of billions of dollars - media

Former Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad secretly fled to Moscow after the rebels overthrew the regime. He took out about $135 billion and left a collection of luxury cars in Damascus.

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EU plans to convince new Syrian government to close Russian bases - media

EU plans to convince new Syrian government to close Russian bases - media

EU representatives are planning to contact Hayat Tahrir al-Sham to discuss the closure of Russian military bases in Syria. The United States is already engaged in a dialog with the new government after the overthrow of the Assad regime.

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Russians in Syria “whine” about difficulties in evacuating their soldiers - DIU

Russians in Syria “whine” about difficulties in evacuating their soldiers - DIU

Hundreds of Russian troops are unable to get from Homs province to the Hmeymim airbase because of the threat of shelling. Russia plans to use 25 military transport aircraft to evacuate troops and equipment from Syria.

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Turkey reopens diplomatic mission in Syria after more than 11 years

Turkey reopens diplomatic mission in Syria after more than 11 years

Turkey has announced the reopening of its embassy in Damascus, which has been closed since 2012. Burhan Keroglu, who was previously the ambassador to Mauritania, was appointed as the charge d'affaires.

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Ex-Damascus prison chief to stand trial in US court for torture

Ex-Damascus prison chief to stand trial in US court for torture

The former head of Damascus Central Prison is accused in the United States of torturing prisoners in 2005-2008. Samir Usman Alsheikh, 72, arrived in the United States in 2020 and was arrested in Los Angeles.

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A broken portrait of Putin and a burned-out hall: BILD photo from Assad's defeated palace

A broken portrait of Putin and a burned-out hall: BILD photo from Assad's defeated palace

BILD journalists visited Bashar al-Assad's abandoned palace in Damascus after he fled the country. The luxurious residence was looted, partially burned, and a portrait of Putin was thrown and trampled.

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Rebels in Syria may have received help from Ukraine to topple Assad regime: intelligence agencies have yet to comment

Rebels in Syria may have received help from Ukraine to topple Assad regime: intelligence agencies have yet to comment

According to The Washington Post, Ukrainian intelligence provided Syrian rebels with about 150 drones and 20 operators. Hayat Tahrir al-Sham rebels captured Damascus, and Assad fled to Russia.

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Israeli Defense Ministry claims to have destroyed Syria's fleet

Israeli Defense Ministry claims to have destroyed Syria's fleet

During a night operation, the Israeli Navy completely destroyed the Syrian navy. Israeli troops are also creating a “sterile defense zone” in southern Syria and strengthening their positions near the Golan Heights.

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Head of Syria's interim government is al-Bashir

Head of Syria's interim government is al-Bashir

Mohamed al-Bashir is appointed acting Prime Minister of Syria until March 2025. Following the capture of Damascus by rebels and Assad's flight to Russia, the country is transitioning to a transitional government.

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G7 leaders are ready to support the new Syrian government

G7 leaders are ready to support the new Syrian government

The G7 countries have expressed their readiness to support the new Syrian government after the change of power. A key condition for support is the observance of human rights and respect for religious and ethnic minorities.

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Israel launches large-scale strike in Syria: tanks approach Damascus

Israel launches large-scale strike in Syria: tanks approach Damascus

The Israeli military has carried out 250 air strikes on Syrian military targets, including air bases and military facilities. IDF tanks are advancing to the suburbs of Damascus, and the Israeli Air Force is close to destroying the Syrian Air Force.

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Turkey will open a checkpoint on the border with Syria, which has been closed since 2013

Turkey will open a checkpoint on the border with Syria, which has been closed since 2013

Turkey opens the Yayladagi checkpoint on the border with Syria for the return of migrants. The checkpoint has been closed since 2013 due to fighting, and its opening should facilitate the voluntary return of 3 million Syrians.

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Because the entire combat-ready army of the Russian Federation is on the territory of Ukraine: Zelensky on the reasons for the fall of the Assad regime

Because the entire combat-ready army of the Russian Federation is on the territory of Ukraine: Zelensky on the reasons for the fall of the Assad regime

The president of Ukraine said that the combat-ready Russian army is now in Ukraine, so the Assad regime in Syria has fallen. According to him, if Ukraine falls, Putin will return to Syria and other regions.

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In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

In Germany, the deputy offers to pay Syrian refugees 1000 euros for returning home

Bundestag MP Jens Spahn offered to pay 1,000 euros each to Syrians who agree to return from Germany to Syria. He also suggests organizing a conference on the reconstruction of the country together with Austria, Turkey and Jordan.

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The Fall of the Assad Regime: It Became Known Who Will Head the Transitional Government of Syria

The Fall of the Assad Regime: It Became Known Who Will Head the Transitional Government of Syria

Former Idlib Development Minister Muhammad al-Bashir has been appointed head of the Syrian Interim Government. He has already held meetings with the HTS leader and a former Assad-era prime minister to form a new cabinet.

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Iran establishes contacts with rebels in Syria after Assad's overthrow

Iran establishes contacts with rebels in Syria after Assad's overthrow

Iranian officials have confirmed direct contacts with groups in Syria's new leadership. Tehran is seeking to maintain its influence in the region after the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime.

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Putin granted asylum to Bashar al-Assad and his family-rossmi

Putin granted asylum to Bashar al-Assad and his family-rossmi

Bashar al-Assad left Syria after the capture of Damascus by opposition forces and was granted asylum in Russia. The Syrian prime minister announced his readiness to transfer power to the new leadership.

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The Syrian embassy in Moscow changed its flag after the overthrow of the Assad regime

The Syrian embassy in Moscow changed its flag after the overthrow of the Assad regime

The Syrian embassy in Moscow raised the flag of the opposition after the change of power in the country. Bashar al-Assad, who led the country for 24 years, was granted asylum in Russia after the capture of Damascus by rebels.

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Russia may lose military influence in Africa due to the situation in Syria - ISW

Russia may lose military influence in Africa due to the situation in Syria - ISW

ISW reports on the possible loss of Russian bases in Syria, which will affect the Russian military presence in the region. The loss of bases will disrupt logistics and weaken Russia's operations in Africa and the Middle East.

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