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‘Re-Bloom’ exhibition in Germany highlights Syrian art and cultural dialogue

Berlin, July 13 (SANA) The two-day “Re-Bloom” art exhibition concluded in Dortmund, Germany, on Sunday after bringing together Syrian artists, members of the Syrian community and German visitors for an event centered on cultural exchange and humanitarian support. Organized by a group of Syrian women artists living in Germany, the exhibition showcased artworks inspired by []
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