How are Western sanctions affecting Syria’s post-Assad transition?

EXPLAINER How are Western sanctions affecting Syria’s post-Assad transition? Western sanctions are weighing heavily on Syria and risk derailing the country’s frail transition. France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot (centre) and Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock (left) walking with Syria’s new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa ahead of their meeting in Damascus on January 3, 2025 [AFP Photo/HO/SANA]…

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Venezuela announces the release of 146 election protesters from prison

Venezuela announces the release of 146 election protesters from prison The Maduro government says it has released a total of 1,515 people detained during its post-election crackdown. Protesters in Valencia, Venezuela, demonstrate against official election results declaring President Nicolas Maduro the winner of the presidential election on July 29, 2024, the day after the vote…

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