Syrian leader signs constitution that puts the country under an Islamist group's rule for 5 years

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Syria’s leader proclaims ‘new history’ after signing constitutional declaration
Five-year transition period declared along with rights for women, freedom of expression and justice for Assad victims. Syria’s leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has hailed the start of a “new history” for ...The Guardian - 12h -
Syria leader signs temporary constitution for five-year transition
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Israel strikes Syrian capital in warning to new leader
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Syrian Government Signs Breakthrough Deal With Kurdish-Led Forces
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Syria flashes signs of peril and promise in a week of violence and diplomacy
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