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Top 12 The Grayzone stories of 2020: From Julian Assange persecution to Bolivia coup defeat, corporate war on free speech to OPCW cover-up

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2020 was a chaotic year for the planet. While the Covid-19 pandemic dominated global politics, The Grayzone continued shining a light on the machinations of empire, from the persecution of imprisoned journalist Julian Assange to the defeat of a US-backed coup regime in Bolivia, from the growing corporate war on free speech to the OPCW’s scandalous Syria cover-up. … Read More >Top 12 The Grayzone stories of 2020: From Julian Assange persecution to Bolivia coup defeat, corporate war on free speech to OPCW cover-up

Categories Middle East

1 killed, 3 soldiers injured in alleged Israeli rocket strike in Damascus countryside (VIDEO, PHOTO)

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An Israeli rocket attack on the outskirts of the Syrian capital has killed one person and wounded three others, the country’s state media reported, citing a security source. “Material damage” was also inflicted in the strikes. … Read More >1 killed, 3 soldiers injured in alleged Israeli rocket strike in Damascus countryside (VIDEO, PHOTO)

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‘Terrorist attack’ on bus in Syria between Deir ez-Zor and Palmyra kills at least 25 – state media

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A passenger bus on the road between Deir ez-Zor and Palmyra came under attack by terrorists, resulting in the death of at least 25 people on board, reported the Syrian state news agency SANA. Another 13 people were injured. … Read More >‘Terrorist attack’ on bus in Syria between Deir ez-Zor and Palmyra kills at least 25 – state media

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At Least 1 Killed, 3 Soldiers Injured After ‘Israeli Aggression’ in Damascus Airspace – SANA

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On Wednesday, state-controlled Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA) reported that explosions were heard in Damascus area as Syrian air defenses were responding to what was described as “Israeli aggression”. … Read More >At Least 1 Killed, 3 Soldiers Injured After ‘Israeli Aggression’ in Damascus Airspace – SANA

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Syrian Minister Says Turkey’s Policy Displeases Citizens, US Hinders Return to Normal Life

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Turkey’s policy and its failure to comply with the agreements with Russia on the Idlib de-escalation zone caused dissatisfaction among the Syrian people, and the US economic pressure is holding back Syria’s return to normal life, Syrian Deputy Foreign Minister Ayman Susan said on Monday. … Read More >Syrian Minister Says Turkey’s Policy Displeases Citizens, US Hinders Return to Normal Life

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Russian Military Police in Syria Suspends Escort on M4 Highway Section Due to Escalation

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The Russian military police in Syria suspended escort of civilian vehicles on the M4 highway’s Tell Tamer — Ayn Issa section due to escalation of the situation in the area, Rear Adm. Vyacheslav Sytnik, deputy head of the Russian Center for Reconciliation of Warring Parties in Syria, said at a briefing. … Read More >Russian Military Police in Syria Suspends Escort on M4 Highway Section Due to Escalation