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New Syria Evacuation Deal Reached

Civilians and fighters are hoping to leave besieged areas under the new agreement

There's new hope for thousands trapped by the fighting in Syria, after Friday's evacuation of fighters and civilians from besieged regions was halted. Also, thoughts move to the evidence available to prosecute parties on both sides for war crimes. But would the evidence stand up in court?

Also in the programme, Anne Frank experts cast doubt on the widely held belief her family was informed upon. And we explore the musical roots of English slang words.

(Photo: Injured Syrian siblings in a hospital on the Syrian side of the Syria / Turkey border this week. Credit: Getty Images)

23 minutes

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Sat 17 Dec 201613:06GMT

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  • Sat 17 Dec 201613:06GMT

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