Russian troops continue to strike civilian settlements in Mariupol, one of the cities where the conflict is most intense. Many civilians died as a result of the Russian attacks in the city. Russia’s attacks on civilians in Mariupol have been brought before an international court by the Ukrainian government. The streets, avenues, and squares of the city, which were photographed after the attack, were scattered with destroyed vehicles, and many buildings were damaged.
The US flag has been hoisted once more at the US Embassy in Damascus, Syria, for the first time since its closure in 2012.
US Special Representative for Syria Thomas Barrack made his first official visit to Damascus and personally raised the flag during a ceremony attended by Syrian Foreign Minister Assad Hassan Shaybani. The embassy had suspended operations amid the outbreak of civil conflict following anti-government protests.
No official statement has been issued regarding the resumption of embassy operations.
The move follows a surprise meeting earlier this month between US President Donald Trump and Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara in Riyadh, where a decision was made to lift sanctions imposed during the Assad era, signaling a potential shift in Washington-Damascus relations.
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