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A UN Security Council delegation visited Damascus ahead of the anniversary of Assad's fall, meeting with officials and civil society to discuss political transition, justice, and security. The visit underscores ongoing efforts to reintegrate Syria into the international community amid recent sectarian tensions and violence.
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Clashes between Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led SDF have resumed in Aleppo amid stalled efforts to integrate the SDF into Syria's military. Despite a ceasefire, tensions persist as both sides blame each other for violence, with regional actors warning of potential escalation before the December 31 deadline for the deal's implementation.
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Regional powers remain at odds over Syria's future. Turkey opposes Kurdish integration, Israel supports Druze militias, and diplomatic efforts face setbacks. The situation highlights ongoing instability and complex alliances in the war-torn country, with recent developments intensifying regional tensions.
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Syria's authorities have detained an internal security officer suspected of killing four civilians in Suweida province. The incident, which occurred in a tense region with recent violence, is under investigation. The arrest highlights ongoing security issues in the Druze-majority area amid regional instability.
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Syria and Israel are engaging in US-facilitated talks to establish a joint security mechanism aimed at reducing hostilities and restoring a previous disengagement agreement. The negotiations include plans for a coordination unit in Amman and a demilitarized economic zone, amid ongoing tensions since December 2024.
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Human Rights Watch reports 86 civilian deaths in Syria's Suweida province amid sectarian violence. Government forces are investigating, but no trials have begun. Clashes involve Druze and Bedouin groups, with displacement reaching 187,000. The conflict highlights ongoing instability and sectarian tensions post-Assad.
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In a significant development, Syria and Druze factions exchanged prisoners in Suweida, amid ongoing sectarian tensions and recent clashes. The swap, facilitated by the ICRC and mediated by US and local actors, aims to ease humanitarian concerns and pave the way for further dialogue in a fragile region.