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A handout picture released by the official Syrian Arab News Agency on 13 April, 2016 shows Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his wife Asma (left) casting their votes at a polling station in Damascus during the parliamentary elections. Picture: AFP.

Syrian parliament

Assad holds parliamentary election as Syrian peace talks resume

By Reuters

The government said the vote was held to comply with the constitution, a view echoed by its Russian allies.

  • FILE:Officials said the election was a sign Assad was unwilling to seek a political solution to the conflict. Picture: AFP.

    Assad's Syria calls presidential vote

    Officials said the election was a sign Assad was unwilling to seek a political solution to the conflict.

    2951 days ago
  • Despite causing a civil war which has killed more than 140,000 people, Assad wants a third term. Picture: AFP.

    Assad prepares for re-election

    Despite causing a civil war which has killed more than 140,000 people, Assad wants a third term.

    2997 days ago
  • A group of rebels on a tank in Darkoush, Syria. Picture: Rahima Essop/EWN.

    Rebels attack highway in northern Syria

    It was an apparent attempt to choke off a major supply line for government forces in the region.

    3257 days ago
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