Local Syrian sources: Leader from local factions will supervise deployment of forces; a special brigade under umbrella of Defense Ministry expected to be formed.
Local Syrian sources: Local factions in Suweida preparing to deploy under the umbrella of General Security, namely in city of Suweida and provincial entry routes.
Israeli media: Sirens sounded in several areas in central and northern occupied Palestine
Israeli military: A ballistic missile has been launched from Yemen at 'Israel'
CNN citing Freedom Flotilla: 30 people were on board the ship when it came under Israeli attack after midnight.
CNN citing Freedom Flotilla: Israeli strike blew a hole in ship; it is now sinking.
Israeli media: Fire rages in Freedom Flotilla ship following attack by Israeli drone.
Israeli media: Israeli drone targets Freedom Flotilla ship headed to Gaza across Malta.
Damascus Countryside Police Chief announces that an agreement has been reached between the Syrian government and community leaders in the city of Jaramana for the immediate handover of heavy weapons
US says it expects new round of Iran talks in 'near future': State Department
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