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As I wrap up two months of blogging entirely on Syria and its relations with the rest of the world, I want to take a moment to reflect on how much has changed in only two months. Dare I say that I am a little optimistic about where Syria now stands with the rest […]

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President Assad has reshuffled his cabinet for the third time this year, according to a report from Agence France Press. A source speaking on condition of anonymity said the changes came after a “global re-evaluation.”
What does that mean?
I’m not sure yet. I’ve often wondered what Assad’s relationship is like with those […]

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I was hesitant to believe recent reports of Iraqi refugees leaving Syria for Iraq due to decreasing violence at home. I believe several elements are coming together, including a dip in violence, that is making it appear that the Iraqi refugee crisis is over..
First, the Syrian government cracked down on the refugees, closing its […]

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I found this report about Syria on Current TV. It’s a great introductory piece about the country, its people and its politics. While this was posted one year ago, the information is still relevant for anyone who doesn’t know a thing about Syria - except for what our government tells us.
Watch the video - […]

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It looks like Syria is trying its best to get the Golan Heights back in the international spotlight-after years of neglect, the government is pouring money back into the region, hoping to lure Syrians back into the region.  The Times of Malta reports on the renewal:
“Under the gaze of an Israeli tank, Syrian bulldozers slice […]

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Dangerous delusion on the Golan
By Aluf Benn 26/04/2007
Story posted from haaretz
“There is a new idea dominating public discourse: Israel will recognize Syrian sovereignty over the Golan Heights and hold the territory under a long-term lease agreement. The towns and military camps will stay in place, with a Syrian flag over them, and in the meantime […]

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