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Russian bombers destroy large camp for ISIS in Palmyra

Moscow, SANA- Russian long-range bombers destroyed on Tuesday a large camp for ISIS in Palmyra in the eastern countryside of Homs province. The Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement …

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UNWTO chief: We support work to restore terrorism-affected tourist sites in Syria

Damascus, SANA – Secretary General of the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Taleb al-Rifai said the organization is interested in supporting all that is aimed at helping in the …

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Mass grave containing bodies of 31 people uncovered in Palmyra countryside

Homs, SANA – A mass grave was uncovered during combing operations of the Syrian Arab Army in the area surrounding Palmyra Airport, in the eastern part of Homs central province. …

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Armenian Culture Ministry offers expertise support for Palmyra restoration

Damascus, SANA – The Armenian Culture Ministry offered putting its experience and expertise at disposal for restoring the historical site of Palmyra. The offer came in a letter sent by …

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4.4 magnitude earthquake hits north of Palmyra

Damascus, SANA – An earthquake estimated at 4.4 degrees on the Richter scale on Monday hit Palmyra outskirts, 18 km to the north of the archeological city. In a statement, …

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Palmyra rises from the ashes, world’s journalists witness its triumph over terrorism

Provinces, SANA – It isn’t the first time that Palmyra with its civilization and history triumphs over darkness; throughout history, the ancient city of Palmyra withstood tyrants and invaders and …

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Gate of the Sun event held at Palmyra Amphitheatre

Homs, SANA – Under the auspices of President Bashar al-Assad and as a tribute to martyrs, a cultural event titled “Gate of the Sun” was held on Friday evening at …

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Palmyra witnesses cultural events on occasions of Martyrs’ day in Syria and victory day in Russia

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UNESCO: Archaeological sites of Palmyra still retain much of their authenticity

Paris, SANA-The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) announced on Wednesday that the ancient city of Palmyra preserves had suffered significant damage at the hands of ISIS terrorists, …

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Culture Minister and UNESCO delegation discuss Palmyra damage assessment and restoration

Damascus, SANA – Culture Minister Issam Khalil discussed on Tuesday with a delegation from the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) the results of the delegation’s visit to …

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