Syrian president pushes for security pact with Israel
Damascus says any deal could pave the way to broader peace while preserving Syria's claim to the Golan Heights.
The Straits Times, Republika +3
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#Bashar Al Assad
Syria’s new 210-seat parliament convenes for first time in Damascus
What’s new: Lawmakers elected Abdul Halim al-Awak as speaker as the chamber begins a 30-month term under interim rules.
2 bombs explode near Macron hotel in Damascus, 18 hurt
Macron continued the trip and met Ahmed al-Sharaa to discuss Syria's reconstruction after the blasts.
CNN Indonesia, Antara News +2
2 bombs wound 18 in Damascus during Macron’s Syria visit
What’s new: The blasts hit near Macron’s hotel after his motorcade left, underscoring the security risks facing Syria’s new authorities.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times +4