Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has appointed his brother-in-law as head of military intelligence, reports say. Brig Gen Asef Shawkat replaced Gen Hassan Khalil, who had reportedly reached retirement age. Syrian sources say the appointment could suggest Mr Assad is consolidating his hold over the security services.Full Story
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