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Euroviews. The day Donald Trump stopped being the leader of the free world ǀ View

In fact, the burdens America assumes by providing this global leadership generate a tremendous return on investment. Since the end of WWII, presidents right, left and center have understood that U.S. power and wealth can only be sustained by assuming great responsibility.

Syria

What next for Syria as Kurds join forces with Assad?

Abandoned by their U.S. allies, the Syrian Democratic Forces are fighting alongside the Syrian army in Manjib.

Syria

Iran, Russia and Turkey 'agree steps' for Syria at 'hollow' summit

The leaders of Iran, Russia and Turkey vowed on Monday to implement "concrete steps" to de-escalate the situation in Syria's Idlib province and facilitate the return of refugees but one expert told Euronews the summit was "hollow" because of "continued divergences" between the three countries.

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Sudan: Ex-president Bashir appears in public for first time since coup

Sudan's ex-president Bashir charged with corruption, appearing in public for first time since coup

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Syria: IS resists US-backed forces in 'final battle' near Iraqi border

Syrian Democratic Forces, backed by the US, aim to take back al-Baghuz in what they're calling their final battle but they are meeting fierce resistance.

Syria

UAE reopens Damascus embassy in boost for Assad

UAE reopens Damascus embassy in boost for Assad and signal that Syria is open for business

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US denounces Russian role in Syria crisis.

The United States Special Representative for Syria has denounced Russia’s role in the conflict there and its “unyielding" support for the Assad Regime. In an interview with our correspondent Méabh Mc Mahon, James Jeffrey said the US would not finance any reconstruction in the country.

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Syrian conflict: Civilians in Idlib left with few options as government attack looms

After days of shelling and bombing in Syria’s Idlib province, Bashar al-Assad’s forces are amassing on the frontlines of the conflict– and time is running out for civilians to leave the area.

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Euroviews. Iran’s approach to international legal obligations | View

Iran's military intervention on behalf of Bashar Al-Assad’s embattled regime, accused of multiple war crimes against its own population, is illegal.

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Israel shoots down Syrian warplane

The incident took place over the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights

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Syrian rebels leave quneitra

Syrian rebels began evacuating the border with the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights on Friday

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Syria rebels to hand over heavy weapons in return for safe passage out

Syrian government forces retake strategic border crossing as opposition surrender southwestern Daraa province

Syria

Regime forces bombed rebels into surrender after talks collapsed

The Syrian army has taken back control of much of Deraa province with some towns surrendering and others being bombed into submission

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Russian soldiers killed in attack in Syria

Syrian Observatory on Human Rights says dozens killed in attack

Syria

Syria: regime forces retake rebel-held Rastan

The acquisition is the last area in central Syria still beseiged by President Basha Al-Assad's troops, depriving rebels of a crucial highway between Hama and Homs.

Syria

Chlorine used in Idlib attack says watchdog

Laboratory tests confirmed the presence of the toxic chemical

Syria

Missiles strike Syrian military bases

Missile strikes on several Syrian government military bases in northern Syria on Sunday night are reported to have killed a number of pro-government fighters, including Iranians.

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Russia, Iran and Turkey commit to political solution in Syria

Russia, Iran and Turkey have held talks and agreed that a political solution should be sought in Syria despite Western missile strikes.

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'Words are my only weapons' - Syrian activist's push for peace

Now a refugee in Belgium, Yahia Hakoum left Syria after protesting against Assad regime and allegedly being tortured in prison

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Euroviews. What 'red lines' and foreign intervention look like for Syrian civilians | View

Alaa, a civil society worker who has been in Damascus since the start of the conflict, weighs in on the impact of U.S. and Russian foreign intervention in Syria and the perception of civilians on the ground.

A key figure in Syria’s war, Bashar al-Assad remains at the center of international debates. Explore his policies, alliances, and the future of his leadership.