Damascus says it welcomes the Russian-backed initiative expected to take place in the coming weeks, SANA reports
Leaders speak over phone about partnership in combating terrorism and rebuilding the Syrian state, official media reports
Local councils are relying heavily on the renewal of a U.N. resolution which will allow the entry of aid without approval from the Assad government, Enab Baladi writes
Outlet publishes op-ed denouncing Russian efforts to enable the continuation of the Assad regime amid international acquiescence
Communities need to be proactive in selecting their representatives in order for elections to be worthwhile, official tells Al-Watan
Deputy foreign minister says U.N. role is welcomed on the condition it acknowledges state sovereignty and avoids interference in domestic affairs, official media reports
Top advisor to Assad tells Russian media that the opposition has not yet made clear its intent to engage in talks, SANA reports
Loyalist mouthpiece Al-Watan paints the Syrian-Russian relationship as force for ‘righteousness’ and stability in the region
Both the Russian-backed body and other opposition members admit rift occurred over each side’s positions toward Assad, Alsouria Net writes
New decree is likely to affect thousands of young Syrians employed throughout various government agencies, Al-Etihad reports
Assad is seeking to take the final territory under ISIS control between Albu Kamal and Al-Mayadeen, opposition website reports
Regime is looking to impose a truce deal over rebels in the area near the Lebanese border, Zaman al-Wasl writes
Pyongyang ready to supply Syria with building and decorative know-how for the upcoming reconstruction stage, SANA reports
Resolution 2254, which the U.N envoy is pushing for, calls for ‘ugent’ talks between the Assad regime and opposition on a political transition
Despite their simplicity, projects offer a source of income for many people who have lost their jobs or their breadwinner, Souriatna writes
Mohamad al-Shaar notes a number of developments in a recent circular, from removal of roadblocks to the reopening of civil registries in a number of cities
At least 10 members of the negotiations body have resigned in the wake of its chairman stepping down
Many of Syria’s internally displaced have nowhere to live but makeshift tents as winter approaches
Putin announces Russian mission in Syria is near completion, as leader renews call for political settlement
Without access to proper housing, an increasing number of displaced risk sickness — and possibly death — as they brace for the coming cold, Sada al-Sham writes
