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Syrian Druse Pilgrims Pay Rare Visit to Israel

New York Times 15 Mar 2025
As part of an effort to deepen its influence in southern Syria, Israel has been seeking stronger ties with the Druse religious minority that holds sway there ... .
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What Syria’s New Temporary Constitution Says

New York Times 14 Mar 2025
The declaration, signed by interim president Ahmed al-Shara, guarantees individual freedoms but gives Mr. al-Shara abundant power and keeps Islamic law as its legal foundation ... .
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President al-Shara meets members of the committee assigned to investigate recent events in Syrian Coast

Syrian Arab News Agency 11 Mar 2025
Damascus, SANA -President Ahmad al-Sharaa met Monday with the members of the committee tasked with investigating and fact-finding regarding the recent events in the Syrian coast. Ruaa al-Jazaeri ....
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Syrians Demand Better Protection Amid a Spate of Kidnappings

New York Times 10 Mar 2025
When the new government took over, it dismissed the Assad regime police and other forces, leaving a security vacuum. Now, many residents fear going out after dark ... .
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Skirmish in Syrian Capital Raises Fears of Expanding Violence

New York Times 10 Mar 2025
The overnight incident in Damascus appeared to have been contained, but it has heightened concerns that the violence sweeping the country’s coastal region could spread ... .
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29 Fun St. Patrick’s Day Events for Families in New York

AM New York 10 Mar 2025
Unsplash 29 Fun St. Patrick's Day Events for Families in New York. St ... From educational activities to lively performances, there are family-friendly events to enjoy across the five boroughs and beyond ... Patrick's Day in the Big Apple! ... St ... Ages 13-18. Free.
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Syrian Government Signs Breakthrough Deal with Kurdish-Led Forces

New York Times 10 Mar 2025
The agreement marked a major victory for Damascus in its quest to unify the country, as violent unrest continues to grip Syria’s coastal region ... .
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Syria’s Interim President Calls for Unity Amid Fresh Fighting

New York Times 09 Mar 2025
More than 1,000 people have been killed in clashes in the coastal provinces of Syria, according to one war monitoring group ... .
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What We Know About the Clashes in Syria

New York Times 07 Mar 2025
At least 70 people have been killed in clashes between government forces and gunmen loyal to the Assad regime, in a serious challenge to the country’s new rulers ... .
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While Calm Reigns in Damascus, Battles in Syria’s Northeast Rage On

New York Times 05 Mar 2025
The conflict poses a challenge for the new interim president as he tries to unify Syria and extend his authority over the entire country ... .
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Israel Strikes Syria Again as Tensions Rise

New York Times 04 Mar 2025
The latest attacks came a week after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel demanded the demilitarization of much of southern Syria, stoking fears of conflict with the country’s new leadership ... .
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Syrian Forces Deployed in Druse Town After Deadly Gunfight

New York Times 02 Mar 2025
An uneasy calm prevailed in the town on the outskirts of Damascus on Sunday, two days after a gunfight between local men and security forces ... .
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