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#Syria news update: The Month of October 2014

#Syria witnessed few important events in the month of October, which saw a continuation of violence unabated with almost zero political or military solutions available. First is the ability of al-Nusra to spread its influence in Jabal al-Zawiyah and subsequently … Continue reading

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al- Nusra released Father Jallouf

#al-Nusra released Franciscan Priest Hanna Jallouf along with some of those who were detained with him today.  He was released to the village of al-Qnayyeh, which contains the ancient monastery of Mar Yousef, that became a sanctuary for many during … Continue reading

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Nusra kidnapp Christian Priest

Hanna Musa Jalluf, a Latin Catholic priest in the village of al-Qnayyah القنية  in Jisr al-Shughur, was kidnapped along a number of Christian men from the village.  They were kidnapped by al-Nusra, who are in control of this ancient Christian … Continue reading

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