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Internet users in Syria can now log into Facebook and YouTube without going through proxy servers abroad.

The Syrian government lifted a five-year ban on these two sites today. According to the Arab news, the authorities have not issued any statements regarding the development. However, reports suggest that the lift is most likely a concession to people amidst growing discontent over state repression.

Despite being officially banned in Syria, Facebook and YouTube reportedly enjoyed popular usage across the country by internet users through international proxy servers.

Apart from Facebook and YouTube, bans are still said to be in force for selected blogs, and number of sites including Amazon.com and Wikipedia.

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