Aleppo, Syria — Syrian and Russian jets have ramped up airstrikes across northwestern Syria after a major offensive by rebel forces resulted in significant territorial gains in Aleppo and Idlib provinces. The rebel alliance, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), has...
Syrian and Russian Forces Intensify Strikes as Rebels Seize Key Territories in Aleppo and Idlib
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Shell Wins Appeal Over Emission Reduction Mandate
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