| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Syrian city once known as Emesa (4) | The Guardian Weekend | 13 Sep 2025 |
| War-torn Syrian city | New York Times | 28 Dec 2015 |
| War-torn Syrian city | ||
| Port in Libya | ||
| City in Syria. | ||
| City in central Syria. | ||
| Port near Tripoli. | ||
| Strategic seaport east of Tripoli. | ||
| Libyan port, east of Tripoli. | ||
| Syrian city on the Orontes. |