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Syrian President Bashar al-Assad issues general amnesty
Assad has issued many pardons during the nine-year-long Syrian crisis. His last pardon was issued in September 2019.
Al-Assad says recapturing Aleppo does not mean end of war
Syrian president pledges to continue military operation in countryside of Idlib, Aleppo
Putin, Al-Assad meet at Russian forces HQ in Damascus
Moscow is the main supporter for the Syrian regime
Al-Assad declares ‘general amnesty,’ downgrading punishments in Syria
In a statement, the presidency said that the decree applies to crimes committed before 14 September, downgrading the death penalty to a life sentence of hard labour, and reducing life sentences to 20 years.
US warns Al-Assad following suspected chemical attack
Russia, main ally of Al-Assad, rejects US “delusions campaign”
Syrian National Security Chief visits Cairo, meets Egypt’s Head of General Intelligence: SANA
Mamlouk’s second publicised visit to Cairo since start of Syrian revolution
Al-Bashir visits Al-Assad, stresses keenness on Syria’s unity under its “legitimate leadership”
Visit is first of its kind since outbreak of Syrian uprising in 2011
Syrian Embassy in Cairo supports Bashar Al Assad, rejects US airstrikes
Turkey softens stance towards Bashar al-Assad in Syria settlement
Turkey has softened its stance towards Syrian President Bashar al-Assad over reaching a settlement to end the conflict.
Egypt supports Syrian people, consulting with Syrian national opposition: Foreign Minister
Shoukry asserted Egypt’s tendency to support “national opposition” in media interviews, despite Al-Sisi’s previous support for Al-Assad’s Syrian army
Aleppo prepares for renewed fighting as ceasefire expires
Russia has announced it will not extended its unilateral “humanitarian pause,” citing rebel attacks.
Opinion: Gabon and the inglorious silence of African institutions
In Libreville, Gabon, residents ventured out on the streets and surveyed damage after two days of riots sparked by a disputed presidential poll. There was little to choose between the main candidates, writes Dirke Köpp.
Russia launches bombing campaigns against IS targets from air base in Iran
Russia has said it launched strikes against the so-called “Islamic State” from air bases in Iran. It’s a noticeable change of strategy for Moscow as it continues to aid the regime of Bashar al-Assad in Syria.
Syria, Iraq and the future of jihad
The terror organization ‘Islamic State’ (IS) has suffered serious losses in Syria, and even more in Iraq. It can no longer count on public support. Yet, it still has a few aces up its sleeve.
Russia claims Turkish NGOs are ‘main supplier’ of extremists in Syria
Russia has accused Turkey of using three humanitarian organizations to funnel weapons and supplies to IS and other jihadist groups in Syria. Moscow also called for Turkey close the porous border to extremists.
Putin’s ‘completely fulfilled’ task in Syria
Since Russia was declared to officially be present in the Middle East, and following the extended presence of its military in Syria, speculations splashed media platforms around the globe. Observers saw Russia’s decision to enter Syria as a long-term strategy, so the abrupt announcement of Russian president Vladimir Putin to withdraw most of his forces …
Syria peace talks to discuss fate of Bashar Al-Assad
UN special envoy to Syria Staffan de Mistura described the transitional government in Syria as the main issue and refused to avoid discussing Al-Assad’s fate
Jihadist football: Contrary visions of a future Syria
A football star-turned-protest leader-turned-jihadist encourages peaceful anti-Bashar Al-Assad protests in Syrian rebel-held territory. Nearby, in “Islamic State” (IS)-controlled territory, young boys play football with decapitated heads. The contrast is rife with symbolism. It potentially offers alternative ways of understanding the parameters within which at least some Syrians who joined jihadist groups operate. It also provides …
Al-Assad’s future is non-negotiable: Syrian government
Regime is willing to participate in UN-backed talks, but will not discuss Al-Assad’s resignation, says Syrian foreign minister
Al-Assad ‘must leave at beginning of political process, not end’: Saudi FM
Saudi Arabia will receive weapons from France that were initially ordered for Lebanon as a part of the conservative kingdom’s military aid
Russia calls for UN security council discussion on purported Turkish violations in Syria
Conditions for ceasefire agreement cannot be fulfilled in one week, says Al-Assad
Bashar Al-Assad will not govern Syria in the future: Al-Jubair
There is no evidence that we have bombed civilians, in spite of everyone’s accusations, says Russian PM
Russia did not ask Al-Assad to resign: Lavrov
The conflict over the Syrian opposition delegation is not between Russia and the US at this point, but between Russia and the US’s Turkish and Saudi allies, says Moscow-based analyst
Russia is officially in the region: A new order has just begun
Since the outbreak of the Syrian uprising, Russia has limited itself to its traditional role of providing arms, military, and logistical experts to its Arab allies. As Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad’s regime weakened, the Russians intensified their military support dramatically. Recently, the Russian “Caesar” opted to expand his role in Syria to include direct intervention …
High civilian casualties in Russian air strikes in Syria may constitute war crimes: Amnesty International
Moscow-based analyst questions reliance on witness testimony and Amnesty’s institutional bias
Putin calls on Kerry to find “common ground” on Syria
Moscow insists that extremist groups cannot be included in future negotiations
Syrian opposition groups talk possibility of forming united front at Riyadh talks
Syrian opposition groups have begun discussing the formation of a delegation on the second day of talks in Riyadh. Groups have met in the Saudi capital to discuss a peaceful political transition in war-torn Syria
‘Islamic State’ is a problem; Assad is a bigger problem
Syria’s president has tried harder than ever to recommend himself as a partner in the fight against “Islamic State.” However, it appears that Bashar al-Assad is a major part of the problem – and not part of the solution. Outrage began to filter out from Germany’s opposition parties on Sunday after Defense Minister Ursula von …
US sanctions businessman buying oil from ‘Islamic State’, Al-Assad supporters
The US has slapped sanctions on a number of individuals accused of supporting Syria’s government. The blacklisted names include a “middleman” who buys oil from “Islamic State” and the head of the World Chess Federation
Will Syrian refugees in Europe suffer consequences of Paris attacks?
Commentators have already called for banning Middle Eastern refugees from crossing their borders