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Syria's first Art Week seeks to revive cultural scene after years of war

Damascus event brings together 47 artists with organisers hoping to build lasting platform for country's creative community

Rotana Hotels in talks to re-enter Syria and confirms no job cuts despite war

From Syria to Sudan: How to hunt for chemical weapons evidence

'Strong indication' of chemical weapons use in Sudan, former inspectors say

President Sheikh Mohamed and Syria's Ahmad Al Shara discuss economic ties in Abu Dhabi

Everyone can benefit from a strong Syria, Al Shara says in Dubai

Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara to deliver keynote speech at Arab Media Summit

Angry Syrians protest over sharp rise in fuel prices

Overnight 40 per cent increase in cost of diesel sparks anger in country where nine out of 10 live below poverty line

Syria condemns Netanyahu visit as breach of sovereignty

Chemical weapons experts demand Sudan 'chlorine attack' inquiry

At least 14 dead in Idlib ammunition depot explosion

Syrian-born BossLogic on going from viral fan art to working with Hollywood

AnalysisUS air-defence exit leaves Iraq exposed

US envoy Barrack urges restraint and dialogue as violence escalates in Syria's Sweida

Syrian-born BossLogic on going from viral fan art to working with Hollywood

Melbourne-raised digital artist discusses AI, finding a creative voice and why the Middle East's growing pop-culture scene feels personal

AnalysisUS air-defence exit leaves Iraq exposed

US envoy Barrack urges restraint and dialogue as violence escalates in Syria's Sweida

Syria wants its tourists to return – but what will bring them back?

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