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Syrian government plans to convert a former military airport in Damascus into a private jet hub have raised alarms due to its history and proximity to mass graves.
Syrian authorities plan to convert a former military airport near Damascus into a hub for private jets. The proposal has drawn criticism from human rights organizations and local residents. Concerns center on the site's history as a location for torture and potential destruction of evidence related to past abuses. The redevelopment also raises questions about land rights and the fate of those displaced by such projects.
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All sources: Syrian government plans to convert a former military airport in Damascus into a private jet hub have prompted outcry from rights groups and residents concerned about mass graves and land rights.
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By Feras DalateyDAMASCUS, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a hub for private jets are raising alarm among rights groups and residents who...
Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a hub for private jets are raising alarm among rights groups and residents who say redevelopment could disturb suspected...
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Syrian government plans to turn a former military airport in Damascus into a hub for private jets are raising alarm among rights groups and residents who say redevelopment could...
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