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Syria is navigating complex post-war dynamics. Recent Israeli air strikes on August 18-20, condemned by Syria and the US, highlight ongoing regional tensions. Meanwhile, Syria and Russia are reorganizing military bases by November 9, and Syria aims to become a trade hub, seeking reconstruction funds.

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Sep 23

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says

Straits Times Asia

Aug 12

Former Syrian President al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes

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Syria

Timeline

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Israel Bombs Syria Base, Bypasses Turkey Channel

US Envoy Calls Israeli Syria Strikes 'Unnecessary'

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The Cost of Rebuilding Homes in War-Ravaged Syria

Turkey denies military visit to Syria base Israel struck

Syrian FM Slams Israeli Bombing of Airbase as Unjustified

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Netanyahu: Israel will not tolerate Turkish military in Syria

Lebanon Extradites Syrian General Adel Issa to Damascus

Israel Strikes Syrian Base Hours After Turkish Visit

US pressure on Israel key to Syria peace, analysts say

Israel Tells Trump Syria Strike Blocked Turkish Buildup

Israel Strikes Syria Airbase; US Envoy Decries Escalation

Israel hits Syrian airbase 8 times; US split on strikes

Attacks on healthcare in conflict zones averaging more than four a day in 2026, World Health Organization says

Former Syrian President al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia for war crimes

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