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ISIS claims Damascus assassination of Shi'ite cleric
The Media Line reports on a significant security escalation in Damascus, where the Islamic State (ISIS) has claimed responsibility for the assassination of prominent Shi'ite cleric Sheikh Farhan Hassan al-Mansour. The attack, which occurred on May 1, 2026, targeted the cleric's vehicle near the Sayyidah Zaynab shrine, a site of immense religious and political importance for Shi'ites and a former s…
Syrian President discusses security with Lebanese Prime Minister in Damascus
In a significant diplomatic development, Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shar'a hosted Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in Damascus, signaling a renewed effort to mend and strengthen bilateral ties betwe…
