World · 20 January 2026
Aleppo Struggles to Rebuild After Years of Devastating War
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After Bashar al-Assad's regime collapsed a year ago, nearly three million Syrians have returned to their ghost neighborhoods in Aleppo. The city faces immense challenges, including scarce housing, soaring inflation, and a lack of essential services like water and electricity. Despite the destruction, residents are determined to rebuild their homes, even salvaging materials from the rubble. However, concerns persist that redevelopment could erase Aleppo's historic character, with some alleging the government is manipulating land ownership for profit.
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