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Syrian Woman Sentenced to Life in Prison for Istanbul Shopping District Explosion

ISTANBUL, Turkey – In a significant development, a Syrian woman named Alham Albashir has been sentenced to seven consecutive life sentences for her involvement in a deadly explosion that occurred in 2022 on Istiklal Avenue. This busy shopping district in Istanbul was rocked by a blast that claimed the lives of six individuals, including two children, and left 99 others injured. The severity of the incident led to Albashir being convicted of terrorism charges, leading …

Seven Syrians Arrested in Lebanon for Abduction and Murder of Politician Opposing Syrian Government

Beirut, Lebanon – Lebanese security forces recently apprehended seven Syrian individuals suspected of being involved in the abduction and murder of Lebanese Forces politician Pascal Sleiman, an opponent of the Syrian government. Sleiman, who served as the coordinator for the Lebanese Forces in the Byblos area north of Beirut, was known for his anti-Damascus and anti-Hezbollah stance. The Lebanese Forces have condemned Sleiman’s murder as a “political assassination until proven otherwise,” while the army has …

Syrian Refugee from War-Torn Syria Finds Peace in Canada After Surviving Deadly Rocket Attack

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Ibraheem Sarhan found solace and safety in Canada after surviving a harrowing rocket attack in his war-torn home country of Syria. His journey as a teenage refugee has led him to advocate for the millions of children still enduring the horrors of conflict zones around the world. As a nine-year-old in Damascus when the Syrian war erupted in 2011, Sarhan initially struggled to comprehend the devastation and upheaval caused by the conflict. …

Deadly Bombing Rocks Syrian City Held by Pro-Turkish Forces during Ramadan Shopping Spree

Azaz, Syria – A bomb explosion rocked a shopping area in the northern Syrian city of Azaz on Sunday, resulting in the tragic loss of eight lives and leaving more than 20 individuals injured, according to a war monitor. The blast occurred late at night during the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan, causing significant damage in the bustling market area. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that the car bomb detonated in the …

Deadly Car Bomb Strikes Market in Northern Syrian Town Controlled by Opposition Fighters

BEIRUT, Lebanon – An explosion from a car bomb rocked a bustling market in a northern Syrian town under the control of Turkey-based Syrian opposition forces early Sunday, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least three individuals, according to reports from rescue workers and a monitoring group. The devastating blast occurred in the town of Aziz in Aleppo province, claiming the lives of two children and a woman, as confirmed by volunteers from the …

Car bomb kills seven and injures 30 in Syrian opposition city of Azaz

Azaz, Syria – A car bomb explosion in the busy marketplace of Azaz, Syria, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least seven people and left 30 others injured during the Muslim month of Ramadan. The blast occurred late at night while residents were shopping after breaking their fast, causing chaos and devastation in the northern Aleppo province. The Civil Defence forces, known as The White Helmets, rushed to the scene to assist the wounded …

Fatalities Reported After Drone Strike Hits US-Occupied Syrian Oil Field

Multiple people were killed in a drone attack on a US-occupied Syrian oil field. The attack took place near the city of Deir Ezzor, and it targeted a convoy of vehicles. This incident has raised concerns about the security situation in the region, as it comes amid ongoing tensions and conflicts involving various armed groups and foreign powers. The oil field in Deir Ezzor is a highly strategic location, and its control has been a …

Deadly Drone Strike Hits US-Occupied Syrian Oil Field

DEIR EZ-ZOR, Syria – Multiple fatalities were reported after a drone strike targeted a US-occupied oil field in northeastern Syria. The attack, which occurred in the Deir ez-Zor province, took place on Tuesday and resulted in a significant loss of life. The region has been a site of tension and conflict in recent years, with various factions vying for control of the valuable oil resources located there. The exact number of casualties was not immediately …