Reykjavík Daily Post in Reykjavík, Höfuðborgarsvæði

Fall of Damascus Near as Allied Push Advances

Reported Allied spearheads along the Syrian coast drive toward Damascus as British and Australian units engage Vichy forces. Beiruth and Litani battles unfold. Cairo, Ankara and James's Palace communications confirm continued ground and air support with heavy casualties in reported Vichy lines. Churchill pledges resolve to pursue Hitler and ensure Allied reach to occupied zones.