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      Syria

      A New York Narratives tour group recently in Lower Manhattan visits the site of the former Little Syria. Photo: Omer Gorashi

      New York's ‘Little Syria’ plaque sparks outrage in Lebanese community

      Among those featured are Khalil Gibran, Mikhail Naimy, Ameen Rihani and Elia Abu Madi, literary figures widely celebrated in Lebanon

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      Syria's new central bank chief sets goal of improved living standards

      Alabbar's Noon plans to launch operations in Syria

      UAE announces restoration of Umayyad Mosque in Damascus

      Why Lebanon and Syria are moving in opposite directions

      President Sheikh Mohamed and Syria's Al Shara discuss economic ties in call

      Investing in Syria means banking on the country's future



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