2018 The year in review

Posted: 25th December 2018 09:112018 The year in review

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April 8 Dead bodies lie on the ground in the rebel-held city of Douma, Syria. According to activist groups, helicopters dropped barrel bombs filled with toxic gas on Douma, which had been the focus of a renewed government offensive that launched in mid-February. The Syrian government and its key ally, Russia, vehemently denied involvement and accused rebel groups of fabricating the attack to hinder the army's advances and provoke international military intervention. Emad Aldin/EPA

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