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In Aleppo, rebels square off with government forces as violence escalates

Syria’s ongoing civil war has moved to Aleppo, where rebels and government forces have squared off in several days of violent battles. Both sides claimed victories on Monday, but the real losers are the civilians.

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Ramadan continues, amid violence in Syria and Egypt

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On-scene Report: Tehran in Turmoil

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Onscene in Tehran

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