Earthquake in Syria offers leverage to isolated Assad

Russia has already contributed aid to its ally Syria.

Rescuers search for survivors under the rubble, following an earthquake, in rebel-held town of Jandaris, Syria February 6, 2023

Rescuers search for survivors under the rubble, following an earthquake, in rebel-held town of Jandaris, Syria February 6, 2023

(photo credit: REUTERS/MAHMOUD HASSANO)

ByREUTERS

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 19:53

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