Deposed Syrian defense minister dispels rumors of death
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Syrian Defense Minister Ali Habib has appeared on Syrian state-owned television in order to dispel rumors of his death, which were expounded by websites owned by opposition members.
"My health condition has kept me from continuing in my position, and I was hospitalized for a few days in order to receive treatment," he explained. Habib also stressed that he would "remain a loyal soldier of the Syrian Arab army." (Roee Nahmias)
