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Syrians Chase Equestrian Glory In Sport Once Dominated By Assads

For weeks, Ziad Abu al-Dahab has been training for gold at an equestrian tournament near Damascus -- in a sport once dominated by Syria's Assad family and their inner circle.

International Business Times

Deadly blast rocks police station in eastern Syria, killing three: Report

Explosion reported in Al-Mayadeen, in the Deir az Zor countryside, also wounds several people.

Al Jazeera

60 years after he was hanged, Israel recovers Syrian archive belonging to famous spy

Israel has retrieved thousands of items belonging to the country’s most famous spy after a covert operation in Syria

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Syria Announces Commissions For Missing Persons, Transitional Justice

Syria on Saturday announced the formation of a national commission for missing persons and another for transitional justice, more than five months after the ouster of longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad.

International Business Times

At least three killed as Syrian forces raid ISIL hideouts in Aleppo

Syrian authorities say three ISIL fighters killed and several others detained in Aleppo raids.

Al Jazeera

Arab League calls for funds to rebuild Gaza at summit in Baghdad

The war on Palestinian territory dominated the summit, especially after Israel approves plans to expand its offensive.

Al Jazeera

World Bank says Syria eligible for new loans after debts cleared

Saudi and Qatari payments settle Syria’s arrears, allowing World Bank and IMF to re-engage.

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Istanbul talks highlight Turkiye’s balancing act between Russia and Ukraine

Since the outbreak of the war, Turkiye has weighed its support for Ukraine against maintaining its ties to Russia.

Al Jazeera

Trump’s decision to lift Syria sanctions fuels dreams of economic revival

Analysts say that sanctions relief will be a boon to Syria, but may take some time to affect the country.

Al Jazeera

‘Now my kids have a future’: Syrians dare to dream again after years as a pariah state

Promise to lift US sanctions brings closer the opportunity for fresh start that began with toppling of Bashar al-Assad

The Guardian - UK

Trump Caps Gulf Tour In Abu Dhabi With Dizzying Investment Pledges

US President Donald Trump on Friday capped off a Gulf tour in Abu Dhabi that has seen the securing of multi-billion-dollar deals, a $1.4 trillion investment pledge from the UAE, as well as historic overtures to Syria and renewed optimism over an Iran nuclear deal.

International Business Times

‘This guy was a wanted terrorist’: ‘Fox & Friends’ host shows some spine as Donald Trump displays he’s a poor judge of character

Trump's latest diplomatic stint is a head-scratcher.

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Senate panel leaders back Trump's lifting of sanctions on Syria - Roll Call

Senate Foreign Relations Committee leaders offered rare bipartisan support for an executive action this week by President Donald Trump.

Roll Call

To Achieve Peace, Syria Must Punish All Crimes: Rights Lawyer

Lasting peace in Syria depends on the country building a strong judicial system giving justice to the victims of all crimes committed during the Assad era, a prominent Syrian human rights lawyer told AFP. "We believe that the Syrians who paid the heavy cost to reach this moment will not…

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The Independent UK

Trump heaps praise on Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa as he lifts sanctions

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Live updates: Trump’s meeting with Syria’s new president could mark a turning point for the Mideast

President Donald Trump has met with interim Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia

The Independent UK

Donald Trump praises ‘young, attractive’ ex-terrorist Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa

President says former al-Qaeda terrorist is ‘pretty amazing’ after historic handshake

The Independent UK

‘He’s a hero’: Syrians praise Trump after removal of decades-old sanctions regime

Trump was already popular among many Syrians for his decision to launch military strikes against Assad during his first term in the White House — and last night they celebrated him again

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Al Jazeera

What does the PKK’s disarming mean for its regional allies?

Syria’s SDF is unlikely to follow the PKK’s lead and disarm, but talks with Damascus could be bolstered.

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Key takeaways from day two of Donald Trump’s Middle East tour in Qatar

Trump was the first US president to make an official state visit to Qatar, and the stop culminated in a trade deal.

The Conversation

Why are Turkey and the PKK turning to peace – and can it last?

Negotiations to end more than 40 years of conflict between the Turkish state and the Kurdistan Workers’ party (PKK) have taken on a concrete dimension. On May 12, two months after the PKK’s imprisoned leader, Abdullah Öcalan, wrote a letter in which he called on the group to lay down…

Reason

Trump Declares the 'Neocon' Era Over

The president’s speech in Saudi Arabia promised a new course for U.S. policy in the Middle East. Can he deliver?

Euronews

Trump meets Syria’s 'young, attractive' al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia and lifts sanctions on Damascus

The meeting on the sidelines of a Gulf Cooperation Council summit represents a significant turn for Syria as it attempts to chart a new course after 50 years of al-Assad dynasty's rule.

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The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump says lifting Syria sanctions ‘gives them chance of greatness’

US president meets Syrian counterpart in Saudi Arabia after agreeing to lift sanctions. Plus, why men cause more greenhouse gas emissions on average than women

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