Syrian crisis driving up oil prices and increasing uncertainty in Middle East

The sudden end of Al Assad’s rule has led to fresh concerns in Middle East

Syrian President Bashar Al Assad was recently ousted and has now fled the country.
Syrian President Bashar Al Assad was recently ousted and has now fled the country.Photo: AFP/SCANPIX
Published 9 December 2024, 11:08Updated 9 December 2024, 11:08
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