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Syrian PM says government still works, but UN official says public sector is at a 'complete halt'


Published on 2024-12-09 15:20:43 - Yahoo
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  • Syria's prime minister said Monday that most cabinet ministers were still at work after rebels overthrew President Bashar Assad, but some state workers failed to return to their jobs, and a United Nations official said the country's public sector had come "to a complete and abrupt halt.

The article from Yahoo News reports that Israel conducted an airstrike targeting a suspected chemical weapons facility in Syria, escalating tensions in the region. The strike, which occurred near the city of Homs, was aimed at a site believed to be involved in the production of chemical weapons, according to Israeli military sources. This action comes amidst ongoing conflicts and has raised concerns about the potential for further military engagements. Syrian state media confirmed the attack, reporting damage but did not mention casualties. The international community has expressed worry over the use of chemical weapons, with calls for investigations and accountability. This incident marks another chapter in the complex geopolitical dynamics involving Israel, Syria, and their respective allies.

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