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Conflicting Death Toll Reports Emerge Amid Fears of Sectarian Cleansing in Western Syria

Damascus, Syria — Late last week, devastating reports surfaced regarding a series of deadly incidents in western Syria, which rapidly captured international attention. Initial accounts depicted horrifying massacres along Syria’s coast and the mountainous region of Latakia, propelling a global media storm thick with misinformation and rapidly changing narratives. As the dust begins to settle, the full extent and nature of the violence remain shrouded in ambiguity. Early estimates by the Syrian Observatory for Human …

Rising Toll: Deadly Israeli Strikes Sweep Across Syria, Lebanon, and Gaza Amid Escalating Regional Conflict

Damascus, Syria — Israeli airstrikes targeting the Syrian city of Palmyra have resulted in numerous casualties, officials reported Wednesday. According to the Syrian Defense Ministry, 36 people lost their lives and over 50 were injured. The devastation also led to substantial damage to the infrastructure of the city famous for its ancient Greco-Roman ruins. Contrasting figures from the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, located in Britain, suggest the death toll might be as high as …

Deportation of Criminals from Afghanistan and Syria to Resume in Germany Following Knife Attack

Berlin, Germany – Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced plans to resume deporting criminals from Afghanistan and Syria following a tragic knife attack by an Afghan immigrant that claimed the life of a police officer and injured four others in Mannheim. This incident, caught on video and circulated widely online, sent shockwaves throughout the country. In a parliamentary address focused on security, Scholz emphasized the need to prioritize Germany’s security interests when it comes to serious criminals …

Deportation Crackdown: Germany to Expel Criminals from Afghanistan and Syria

Berlin, Germany – Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced plans on Thursday to resume deportations of criminals to Afghanistan and Syria following a recent knife attack by an Afghan immigrant that left one police officer dead and four others injured. The brutal attack in Mannheim, captured on video and widely circulated online, sent shockwaves throughout the country. Speaking before parliament in a speech focused on security, Scholz condemned the actions of criminals who have sought protection in …

Rocket Attack Survivor Ibraheem Sarhan Shares Heartbreaking Journey from Syria to Canada in “I Found Peace” Story

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Ibraheem Sarhan, a survivor of a harrowing rocket attack, recounts his journey from Syria to Canada, shedding light on the ongoing plight of millions of war-affected children worldwide. At just nine years old, Sarhan’s life was forever altered by the devastating conflict in his home country, propelling him into a sphere of unimaginable fear and loss. As the war escalated, Sarhan and his family were forced to flee their home, seeking refuge …

“Explosions rock US army base in Syria” – report from The Jerusalem Post

DEIR EZ-ZOR, Syria – Reports have emerged of explosions heard near a US army base in Syria, raising concerns about the safety and security of the area. The incident, which occurred in the city of Deir ez-Zor, comes amid ongoing tensions in the region. The source and cause of the explosions remain unclear, and there have been no immediate reports of casualties. The US army base in Deir ez-Zor has been a significant focal point …

Syria Reports Civilian and Military Casualties After US Airstrikes on Eastern Region

BEIRUT, Syria – The Syrian government reported a significant number of civilian and military casualties as a result of the recent US airstrikes on various sites and cities in the eastern part of the country near the border with Iraq, according to SANA, the state-run news agency. In a statement, the military accused the US occupation forces of launching a “blatant air aggression” that resulted in the deaths of civilians and military personnel, as well …