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Exiled Syria opposition confirms new army chief

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A coalition of Syrian opposition groups has confirmed its choice for a new army chief after the former military leader refused to step down.

 

The Western-backed coalition's higher military council issued a statement Saturday confirming Brig. Gen. Abdul-Ilah al-Bashir was their new chief, replacing Gen. Salim Idris. (AP)

 

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