The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) has welcomed the conviction of former Syrian official Samir Othman Al-Sheikh by a federal jury in Los Angeles.
Under Transitional President Ahmad al-Sharaa, the government faces the monumental task of securing a fractured state, al-Hal writes.
What was once a distant or deferred dream is now a lived reality, Mustafa Deeb writes in Ultra Syria.
The latest findings of the International Commission of Inquiry on Syria function as a multilateral mirror, reflecting the early contours of President al-Sharaa’s first year in power, Michel Shammas writes in Al-Modon.
Washington and Damascus are publicly emphasizing de-escalation, even as the underlying pressures for a broader realignment of regional power continue to intensify.
The new pact rests on four pillars: securing external borders, speeding procedures, embedding migration in international partnerships, and introducing a system of solidarity among member states.
Minister of Interior Anas Khattab led the inauguration ceremony, describing the institute as a specialized center dedicated to training and qualifying female police personnel.
A high-speed railway linking northern Saudi Arabia to Syria through Jordan could help reduce dependency on the Hormuz Strait, Al-Thawra argues.
Expanding the battlefield has long been central to Iran’s strategy, relying on Iraq, Yemen, and Lebanon as buffers, Ultra Syria writes.
Assad has fallen, yet the report serves as a reminder that the removal of a ruler does not in itself dismantle the structure that sustained his rule.
Foreign Minister Assad al-Shibani announced that the Syrian government has begun a comprehensive national damage assessment to identify the essential requirements for the country’s reconstruction.
Syria is entering a pivotal stage of financial and economic reform with the backing of the World Bank, al-Thawra writes.
Sharaa stressed that Syria stands ready to contribute to regional defense, al-Modon writes.
Society places its heaviest weight upon women, measuring honor through their conduct, while men are afforded a wide margin for transgression without their very existence being imperiled, Uday Al-Abdallah writes in Daraj.
In a joint communication with French President Emmanuel Macron and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Syrian President Ahmed Sharaa reaffirmed Syria’s steadfast commitment to safeguarding Lebanon’s stability, unity, and institutional integrity.
The Internal Security Forces Command in Homs province has instituted a temporary curfew across several villages in the western countryside, following an assault on a local administrative building, according to Shaam.
Lebanese security sources told Syria TV that direct communication was established between the Syrian and Lebanese armies through existing military channels, Syria TV writes.
The Syrian government is considering appointing a figure from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) to the position of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, according to exclusive information obtained by Ultra Syria.
The statement explained that Al-Amin remained detained for months in one of the SDF’s detention centres under a policy of enforced disappearance, with his family unable to learn his fate or place of detention despite repeated inquiries.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ibrahim Olabi, affirmed today that Syria’s adherence to the Chemical Weapons Convention rises far above the realm of legal obligation, according to SANA.
Yet what makes massacres even more merciless is not only the number of the dead, Samar Yazbek writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Born Samir Aso in Afrin, Hamo began his political and military trajectory in 1994 when he joined the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK).
Every massacre begins the same way. The victim is stripped of individuality and turned into a mute, undifferentiated mass, Samar Yazbek writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, one year after the coastal massacres.
A tragic incident in the city of Qamishli, in al-Hassakeh province, has shocked both local and international audiences.
Nearly a year has passed since the massacres on Syria’s coast, yet the killing has not truly stopped, Omar Kaddour writes.
In Damascus, life maintains a normal rhythm, with the exception of long queues at gas stations, al-Modon writes.
The core of Syria’s dilemma is its unavoidable geopolitical alignment, Ghassan Al-Mufleh argues in Al-Thawra.
A source within the Ministry of Interior has revealed to Syria TV that a “terrorist plot” targeting the capital, Damascus, has been successfully thwarted.
The first federal court proceedings against Syrian war criminal Brigadier General Samir Usman al-Sheikh have begun in Los Angeles, marking an unprecedented moment
Minister of Information Hamza al-Mustafa outlined new plans to reinvigorate local media and ensure that diverse communities are represented within the national media narrative, Syria TV writes.
Fadel Abdul Ghany, founder and director of the Syrian Network for Human Rights, argues in a new analysis that Syria—despite being a non-belligerent state—is bearing the direct costs of a conflict waged above its skies.
In a parallel development, Israeli military spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced the mobilization of approximately 100,000 reserve soldiers to the southern front in Syria and Lebanon
After 7 October 2023, the eruption in Gaza spilled far beyond the Strip, unleashing a wave of changes that stretched across Gaza, Palestine, and the Middle East.
The uproar comes at a moment of growing tension between the Syrian public and the transitional government, which is already under scrutiny for its shortage of trained security personnel and its failure to enforce accountability for misconduct.
According to a Syria TV correspondent, a military patrol consisting of roughly 20 vehicles entered the village of Kudnayah in the early morning hours of Wednesday.
Israeli outlets also reported that messages were conveyed to Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa warning that Israel would not allow the current confrontation with Iran and Hezbollah to be used as a pretext to “harm the Druze” in southern Syria.
Syria is witnessing a profound shift from the Assad era, when borders were tools of leverage rather than lines of protection, Al-Thawra writes.
Syrian authorities have activated emergency procedures across multiple agencies to manage the influx and support returning families.
The new administration continues to deploy the term “terrorism,” but now as a tool of statecraft rather than a label imposed upon it, Daraj argues.
The agreement — formalized through a Letter of Agreement under the STAF project — comes as Syria confronts a deeply damaged economy, a sharply contracting GDP, and widespread institutional breakdown after more than a decade of conflict.
Despite rising demand — particularly as some displaced families return and the rental crisis worsens — meaningful solutions remain out of reach
The question dominating economic circles in the capital is whether the region is witnessing a brief flare-up or the start of a prolonged cycle of retaliation, al-Modon writes.
The breach comes at a moment of heightened regional volatility, Ultra Syria notes.
This doesn’t means Syria’s economic crisis is over, Ultra Syria writes
A grim pattern is taking shape in central Syria, and it is one the country’s transitional authorities can no longer ignore, al-Hal writes.
The escalation online coincides with a sweeping security campaign on the ground, Daraj writes.
President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani launched a rapid diplomatic campaign within hours of the escalation, Syria TV writes.
In a system built on the constant manufacture of enemies, the most destabilizing moment may be the day the enemies run out.
Syrian authorities have signaled openness to continued engagement with the Human Rights Council but have not formally stated whether they support renewing the commission’s mandate.
By facilitating the exchange, US mediators are seeking to prevent further escalation in Suweida, Ultra Syria writes.
As Syria marks more than a year since the fall of the Assad regime, the corruption file has emerged as a central test of whether the new political order can deliver the break from past practices that millions of Syrians expect.
The transfer has prompted scrutiny over its underlying motives, Ultra Syria writes.
Ministry Spokesperson Noureddin al-Baba said that before Syrian Arab Army units and internal security forces arrived at the site, “widespread escapes” had taken place.
A voice recording attributed to Homs Police Chief Brigadier General Mouhafad al-Naasan circulated online shortly after the killing
Envoy Barak expressed the interest of major U.S. companies in contributing to Syria’s economic recovery—particularly in the oil and energy sectors—and in opening avenues for international investment.
According to local sources, the unrest began early in the day when an armed group from the village of Lubein in Suweida’s western countryside—affiliated with the Abu Sarhan clan—stormed the Criminal Security Branch in downtown Suweida
A growing wave of speculation surrounds an imminent government reshuffle, fueled by reports that President Ahmad al-Sharaa intends to remove his brothers from their posts.
Syria’s Minister of Justice, Mazhar al-Wais, held talks on Tuesday with a visiting European delegation to explore expanded cooperation in legal and judicial fields, according to an official statement released by the ministry.
Syria faces dozens of urgent priorities. Revisiting agrarian reform is not one of them, Samir Seifan writes.
Alian’s appointment is less a sign of Israeli strength than of strategic unease, Majed Azzam writes for Syria TV.
Michel Shammas is a Lawyer, Writer, and Human Rights Activist.
Legal scholars widely agree that general amnesties are extraordinary and potentially dangerous, Ultra Syria argues.
A political confrontation is sharpening in Berlin over the future of Syrian refugees, as conservative lawmakers in Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s governing bloc press for rapid deportations—directly rebuffing a recent appeal from Damascus to slow the process.
SNHR expressed alarm over the decree’s substantive content—specifically its exclusion of “gross violations against the Syrian people.”
Al-Awda left Busra al-Sham for Damascus on Sunday under the escort of Military Police personnel, Syria TV reports.
According to individuals familiar with the negotiations speaking to Zaman al-Wasl, the arrangement constitutes a purely financial settlement with the state and does not shield Fawwaz from future criminal liability.
The United States has begun a full withdrawal of its roughly 2,000 troops from Syria, bringing an end to nearly a decade of military presence, according to U.S. officials cited by The Wall Street Journal.
Syria and Iraq appear to be entering a new phase in their relationship, Al-Thawra writes.
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the amendments, made under the Special Economic Measures Act, lift the broad economic embargo imposed on Syrian state institutions since May 2011.
States built on victory alone rarely achieve lasting stability, Abdullah Maksour argues in Syria TV.
Article 8 excludes a wide range of offenses, foremost among them “crimes involving grave violations against the Syrian people,” signaling an effort to prevent impunity for serious wartime abuses.
Speakers underscored that Syria’s social fabric has always been diverse and that moderate discourse is rooted in Islam’s foundational values of coexistence, Al-Thawra writes.
Inside Syrian courts, the collapse of fair-trial standards is stark, Daraj argues.
Local Suweida-focused news sites reported that Prince Hassan—one of the most prominent traditional leaders in the governorate—was safely escorted out of the southwestern countryside and into Daraa.
Field surveys and citizen testimonies indicate that cylinders are being sold at significantly inflated prices across several areas.
President Sharaa said that evaluating the government’s performance over the past year is ultimately the responsibility of the people, Syria Today reports.
Last Wednesday, an informal briefing was held in the Capitol building in Washington, D.C., addressing issues related to the protection of Druze, Christians, and other minorities in Syria.
Abdi acknowledged that the integration file “may take some time,” but expressed confidence that it would ultimately succeed, Syria TV reports.
Maznah Dreid, a member of the Syrian Political Feminist Movement, told the UN Security Council in New York on Friday that the movement was forced to relocate its seventh general conference to Beirut after failing to obtain official approval in Damascus.
Europe’s maneuver in Munich is not only about Syria — it is also a pointed message to Washington, Firas Faham writes in Syria TV.
I24 News reported that Syrian politician Fahd Al-Masri, head of the Free Syria Party, has emerged as a leading candidate for the post of Prime Minister.
The Council reaffirmed its support for the January 29 agreement with the Syrian government, describing it as a “vital step” toward de-escalation and a broader political process, Ultra Syria writes.
In remarks to the German newspaper Focus, Mohammad Yaqoub al-Omar, Director of the Consular Department at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, appealed for what he described as “patience and understanding” from Berlin as Syria struggles to rebuild after years of conflict.
Governors now hold financial powers under the contracts law, among other powers.
The Syrian delegation, which arrived in Munich on Friday, immediately entered a series of intensive meetings with American and European officials, Al-Thawra writes.
Al-Husseini, known for his early involvement in opposition movements, recently posted a video describing the “tragic conditions” in Idlib’s camps after severe flooding, saying the scenes “brought everyone to tears.”
Ali Eid, representative of the National Independent Committee for the Professional and Ethical Code of Conduct for Journalists and Content Creators, stressed that the document is intended as more than a symbolic declaration.
Egyptian foreign policy analyst Mohamed Kamal told Syria TV that reactivating the Egyptian-Syrian track reflects a calculated move in a region where the rules are shifting.
The drawdown from al-Tanf and northeastern Syria signals what officials describe as a comprehensive US military exit from the country, Ultra Syria writes.
Acwa, recognized globally as a leader in renewable energy and the world’s largest private water desalination firm, reaffirmed that its operations focus on green hydrogen, clean power, desalinated water, and related infrastructure.
The battered Iranian-made taxis that rattle through the streets remain a visible relic of the so-called era of resistance, Youssef Bezzi writes in Al-Modon.
This month’s forum follows a Syrian-Jordanian economic meeting held in Amman earlier in February, al-Thawra writes.
According to UN assessments, roughly 3,000 ISIS fighters remain active across Iraq and Syria, with the majority operating inside Syrian territory.
Syrian women focus their efforts on dismantling discriminatory structures, foremost among them the Personal Status Law—one of the most entrenched instruments of inequality, Rosa Hassan writes for Daraj.
Macron’s upcoming visit is more than symbolic. It reflects a strategic calculation that early economic engagement, combined with active mediation and a principled stance on accountability, can give France disproportionate influence in shaping Syria’s next phase.
Brian Mast addressed Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa directly, underscoring that while the United States has opened channels of communication, it has not extended endorsement.
Despite repeated government statements emphasizing limited resources and the difficulty of the current phase, certain practices—such as high-end car convoys and conspicuous security escorts—tell a different story, Shaam writes.
Dutch authorities have arrested 15 individuals on suspicion of disseminating propaganda for the Islamic State.
Under the Assad government, synagogue keys were reportedly controlled by security agencies. They are now held by a committee under the Foreign Ministry.
The new banknotes remain scarce in markets and daily transactions, leaving Syrians to navigate a disorderly transition that contrasts sharply with the orderly reform they were promised, Ultra Syria writes.
Testimonies collected by Syria TV indicate that some of the figures now presenting themselves as “coordinators” with the Syrian government were involved in abuses against civilians in earlier years.
Collapsing Syria into Damascus, and then collapsing Damascus into its relatively affluent neighborhoods, is a serious distortion, Omar Kaddour writes in al-Modon.
Three years after the devastating earthquake of February 6, 2023, the grave of seven-year-old Islam al-Rifai stands as a quiet rebuke, Daraj writes.
Syria’s active leadership in the coalition represents a significant diplomatic shift, Syria TV writes.
Teaching Kurdish requires qualified and properly trained educational staff capable of implementing the new curricula, Ultra Syria writes.
The trial in Koblenz coincides with ongoing operations by security agencies to disrupt modern-day recruitment and militant travel, Ultra Syria writes.
The proposal follows a three-day tour of Israel, Cyprus, and Lebanon by Jens Spahn, the parliamentary leader of the Christian Democratic Union, al-Hal writes.
The convergence of Saudi investment and American energy-sector interest suggests a deliberate Syrian strategy to reinsert itself into regional and global economic networks, Syria TV writes.
According to an official statement, discussions centred on redeveloping damaged wells, boosting production capacity, and introducing advanced technologies and expertise, al-Thawra writes.
A visitor praised what he described as a “wide margin of freedom,” pleased that “all intellectual currents are present with their books.”
The statement argued that any attempt by the executive branch to impose a code of conduct amounts to a revival of guardianship practices fundamentally incompatible with the transitional phase’s stated commitment to expanding the public sphere, Ultra Syria writes.
Dr. Rasha Serob views these disasters as the predictable outcome of what she calls a failure of the political and social “market.
Al Arabiya TV, citing an Iraqi security source, reported on Thursday that U.S. forces have begun withdrawing from the Al-Shaddadi base in Syria’s Al-Hasakah Governorate, heading toward Erbil in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
Barrot’s visit comes on the heels of a January 31 phone call between Syrian Transitional President Ahmad al-Sharaa and French President Emmanuel Macron.
Syria needs an independent national sociological authority dedicated to producing knowledge about Syrian society, Basem Mahmoud argues in Al-Jumhuriya.net.
A report contends that Syria’s long-term stability depends on genuinely opening the political system — empowering parliament, clarifying the role of political parties and social groups, integrating Kurdish communities on equal footing with others, and reducing the dominance of former HTS figures in decision-making.
The signing ceremony drew notable international attention, including the presence of U.S. Envoy to Syria Tom Barak.
The Syrian government has made “nascent steps” toward justice and accountability for past crimes but its efforts remain “insufficient, selective, and lacking in transparency,” according to the Human Rights Watch (HRW) World Report 2026.
Maliki nonetheless outlined a key condition for any normalization: firm assurances that Syrian territory will not be used as a “headquarters or passage for terrorists” seeking to destabilize Iraq.
Roughly 1,100 schools across Idlib city, its countryside, and parts of Aleppo have closed their doors, Ultra Syria writes.
The KNC delegation underscored the need for constitutional recognition of the Kurdish people and the protection of their political, national, and cultural rights.
Taken together, the Lattakia circular and similar measures suggest more than isolated incidents, Syria TV writes.
The Women’s Protection Units (YPJ), the all-female militia within the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), have declared they will maintain their armed presence despite the recent integration agreement between the Syrian government and the SDF.
Internal Security Forces began entering the city of Qamishli on Tuesday, February 3, as part of implementing the agreement between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF)
Hezbollah’s media relations office swiftly issued a statement categorically denying the accusations, Syria TV writes.
Recently, we have heard claims that kinship should not disqualify someone from public responsibility, and that it is natural in Syrian society for a large family to contain many competent individuals, Hussam Jazmati writes in Syria TV.
For decades, Hama lived under enforced silence—its trauma buried but never forgotten
“We are not yet at a stage of stability in Syria that would allow for large-scale deportations,” EU Commissioner Magnus Brunner told the German Press Agency.
The American shift coincided with a rapid Syrian military advance east of Aleppo beginning on 6 January
With the SDF file nearing resolution, attention is shifting southward to Suweida province, Ultra Syria writes.
Between 2016 and the fall of the former regime in late 2024, allegations of corruption within Aleppo’s city council deepened the problem, as oversight weakened and enforcement faltered.
The French daily Le Monde has revealed that Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, played a decisive and central role in securing the ceasefire and political understanding between Syria’s transitional government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).
Informed sources told Al-Modon that senior officials in the U.S. administration have warned the Israeli government against providing any form of support to the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), amid rapidly shifting political and security dynamics in Syria—particularly in the country’s north and east.
The agreement includes the withdrawal of military forces from contact lines and the deployment of Internal Security Forces affiliated with the Ministry of Interior to the centres of the cities of Hassakeh and Qamishli.
The newly formed council comprises 35 members, including religious, social, and cultural figures. It will operate for an initial six-month trial period, subject to extension, under the authority of the President of the Islamic Ulama Council.
Al-Masdar reports that the announcement quickly moved beyond local news, raising broader legal questions: Does a municipal council have the authority to impose hiring conditions on private businesses?
A striking paradox lies in the fact that the PKK—long a military tool of the former regime —now opposes a system that has officially recognized the Kurds as an integral component of society, Abdul Hakim Bashar argues in Al-Thawra.
According to previous Syria TV reports, Syria currently operates 54 diplomatic and consular missions abroad across various continents.
The U.S. President stressed that Syria’s economic stability forms an essential pillar of stability across the Middle East.
President Sharaa stated that Syria has succeeded in overcoming numerous obstacles over the past year.
Syria’s property laws form a maze of more than 200 overlapping and often contradictory statutes, Daraj writes.
Sharaa chose to abolish the post of prime minister and to head the Syrian government himself, even though he has no familiarity with the workings of Syria’s state institutions, according to Malath Al-Zoubi.
Syria must entrench eight essential pillars to attract domestic and foreign investment, according to Osama Al-Qadi in Al-Thawra.
The Kurdish National Council is preparing to meet Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa in the coming days in Damascus, according to a senior Kurdish source who confirmed the information to Syria TV.
Repeated statements by U.S. officials emphasized support for the new Syrian authority and for a unified Syrian state, Faisal Alloush argues in Ultra Syria.
Jeffrey made these remarks in an interview with Voice of America, rejecting characterizations of the partial U.S. withdrawal from northern Syria as a “betrayal of the Kurds.”
An official Ministry statement described the move as a practical expression of the national orientation toward promoting equal citizenship and safeguarding the cultural and linguistic rights of Kurdish citizens as an integral component of Syrian society.
Amid the Ministry of Energy’s silence and evasive responses, calls for public protest are growing, al-Hal writes.
Iraq’s prison system is already under severe strain, Daraj writes.
Hassakeh and its surrounding areas have witnessed continuous flights by Coalition drones and warplanes in recent days, Syria TV writes.
The prison administration affiliated with the Autonomous Administration issued a statement noting that a designated section of the prison housed a number of juveniles—some accused of crimes for which official complaints had been filed, and others who were victims of recruitment and exploitation by the Islamic State
Between 8 December 2024 and 23 January 2026, the Network documented the killing of 204 civilians, among them 24 children and 19 women.
Naddaf draws on earlier episodes from Syria’s modern history to reinforce his warning against externally encouraged fragmentation
Debate has intensified in recent weeks across Syrian society and media over what many describe as a “severe shortage” of the newly issued Syrian pound.
Barrack is in no hurry regarding politics. His obsessions are purely security-driven, Mohammad Al-Salloum argues.
Regarding the prisons holding ISIS detainees, a source told al-Thawra that the Syrian state categorically rejects any political manipulation of this file.
If the zero-sum battle continues—the worst-case scenario—the result may resemble what happened in Suweida and the coast: the further isolation of Kurds from Syria, Basheer Amin argues in Daraj.
The true question is not whether Syria needs decentralization or not, but rather: who has the right to define it, Maysoon Mohammed argues in Ultra Syria.
The SDF experience stands as a vivid lesson: external power leveraged at the expense of national and social equilibrium is a doomed path, Diaa Kaddour argues in Al-Thawra.
Under the new arrangements, the legal status of these prisons and detention centers will be restructured within a unified judicial and penal framework overseen by the state and the Ministry of Justice, Syria TV reports.
Turkish Ambassador to Syria, Nuh Yılmaz, stated that a diplomatic delegation conducted a field inspection at the Damascus airport to monitor the installation phases of the radar system supplied from Turkey, according to SHAAM.
His name became inseparable from the 1982 Hama massacre, when regime forces crushed an Islamist uprising, al-Thawra writes.
The Presidency stated: In case of agreement, Syrian forces “will not enter the city centers of Hassakeh and Qamishli and will remain on their outskirts.”
A medical source informed the agency that one fatality and ten injuries, all caused by sniper fire from the organization, had arrived at the National Hospital in the city.
The sociologist Siham Marwan offers a sobering interpretation: many communities still view women’s work as a temporary response to crisis rather than a long-term professional path, 963 writes.
Abdulbaset Sieda, former President of the Syrian National Council, announced that Kurdish political parties and forces are set to convene an urgent meeting in Qamishli to assess the deteriorating situation, Ultra Syria Reports.
The president’s remarks mark a notable development in Syria’s protracted conflict, al-Modon writes.
Abdi stressed that the SDF has not been defeated and will continue to protect its areas of control, Shaam writes.
The postponement comes amid heightened tensions in eastern Syria, Syria TV writes.
Syrian President Ahmad Al-Sharaa and Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) Commander Mazloum Abdi have signed a ceasefire and full integration agreement that sets out a new framework aimed at restoring unified state authority, stabilizing frontlines, and consolidating national sovereignty.
The Syriac-Assyrians constitute one of Syria’s deepest historical roots.
Sharaa has managed to gain international confidence abroad, a development that matters greatly for reconstruction and Syria’s return to the world
Washington’s efforts “have been appreciated from the beginning,” the director of the American Affairs Department at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs told Syria TV.
The Ministry of Higher Education cannot afford to be a passive observer, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Many analysts contend that the March Agreement has already lost much of its substance, Ultra Syria writes.
HRW said humanitarian support in Suweida was “severely impeded” after the clashes due to access restrictions and insecurity.
The Central Bank of Syria denied, on Thursday, the existence of counterfeit notes of the new Syrian currency, following rumors circulated on social media platforms.
Agriculture and livestock, long central to Syria’s food security, also sustained massive losses that will take years to recover, Zohair Hawari writes inAl-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Eli Nakouzi, Director-General of Shams said he had agreed to conduct the interview in hopes of “preventing further bloodshed” and sending “a reassuring message to the Kurds”.
Drawing on Acemoglu and Robinson’s The Narrow Corridor, Wael Sawah argues that freedom survives only when state power and social constraint advance in tandem
“The Israeli position is clear and non-negotiable. There will be no withdrawal from Mount Hermon”, an israeli official said.
The General Court of the European Union has dismissed an appeal lodged by Syrian businessman Issam Anbouba against the Council of the European Union, Syria TV writes.
““We have all found ourselves in the same boat. Either we survive together or we sink together”
Hijri expressed his gratitude to the Israeli occupation and to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, as well as to the United States and the European Union, Syria TV reports.
President Al-Sharaa also highlighted the significant progress Egypt has achieved under President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, according to al-Thawra.
Fatima Al-Mohammad, who works in a local hospital, warned that these heating methods pose serious health hazards
The two men, identified as members of the Islamic State group, are accused of carrying out the bombing that struck the Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib Mosque.
Investigations into the latest incident in Aleppo’s Sheikh Maqsoud district indicate that the fighter who threw the woman’s body “from a height” was not Syrian, but an Egyptian extremist, al-Modon writes.
The military operation ended on Saturday morning in record time and with minimal losses
The issue, then, is not whether Alawites will integrate into the new Syria, but whether Syria will succeed in becoming a state capable of integrating all its citizens, Enab Baladi argues.
This assault also lays bare the regime’s complete subservience to Turkey, Mohammad Dibo claims.
The seizure order confirms that Nizam’s network extends beyond business partners to include his immediate family.
KRI Prime Minister Masrour Barzani expressed “deep concern” over the assault on Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo, Utra Syria writes.
Yasser al-Shalati, director of investigative mechanisms at the Association of Free Syrian Lawyers, said the Hamsho deal falls under the Anti-Corruption Committee’s newly launched “voluntary disclosure program.”
The recycling scheme turns the remnants of destroyed buildings into construction materials, according to al-Modon.
The SDF’s General Command says the two neighbourhoods have been under a “complete siege” by government-aligned factions, according to Ultra Syria.
The Syrian revolution exposed longstanding dysfunctions within the rural economy, Taleb Al-Daghim writes in Syria TV.
The agreement presents a critical test for the new government’s narrative of a “new phase”, al-Hal writes.
This latest round in Paris marks a shift from total deadlock to procedural engagement, Syria TV writes.
Turkish exports to Syria rose to $2.6 billion in 2025, Enab Baladi writes.
The outreach comes as Germany debates asylum policy with renewed intensity, and as several European capitals cautiously test a reopening toward Damascus after years of political estrangement.
A military source said the Syrian army began targeting the drone launch sites around Deir Hafer after identifying their point of origin.
Well-informed Syrian-American sources with knowledge of the negotiations told Al-Modon that “the discussions have advanced far beyond what many imagine”
The op-ed published by Syria’s Justice Minister raises more doubts than it resolves, Hussein Shishakly argues in Zaman al-Wasl.
The ministry said the networks it targeted operated under the supervision of officers from the ousted regime of Bashar al-Assad, and that the total number of detainees suspected of crimes against Syrians reached 6,331.
It is my responsibility to clarify that our aim has always been – and remains – to achieve justice, Syria’s Minister of Justice writes.
Axios also reported that Israel has proposed establishing buffer security zones south-west of Damascus and imposing a no-fly zone on Syrian aircraft near the border, in exchange for an Israeli withdrawal from most territory it recently entered.
While courting external support is crucial to ending Syria’s isolation, this strategy has come at the expense of domestic affairs, Malek Wannous writes in Al-Modon.
The Syrian Petroleum Company’s headquarters has received representatives of more than ninety foreign and Arab companies expressing interest in returning to Syria or entering the market, al-Thawra reports.
Syrian Minister of Interior Anas Khattab has paid tribute to security officer Muhammad Massat, who was killed while confronting a suicide bomber in Aleppo.
The currency change has come without the level of national consultation that a decision of this magnitude requires, Wael Sawah argues.
Supporters of the new design argue that the design strengthens national belonging without favouring any single region.
Military source within the SDF downplayed the likelihood of a military solution.
By avoiding human faces, the state also avoids choosing which humans to honor.
Syrians are buzzing with anticipation after the lifting of the Caesar sanctions, wondering when prices will finally ease and their purchasing power rebound.
The clashes come at a sensitive moment in relations between Damascus and the SDF
The visit follows Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s landmark trip to Moscow in mid-October, where he was received at the Kremlin by his Russian counterpart.
This disorder unfolds against the backdrop of severe living pressures, al-Hal writes.
Efforts focused on Rural Damascus and Homs, near the Lebanese border, where numerous operational laboratories were uncovered.
The Syrian Minister stressed that “the al-Jazira region is a national priority,” warning that “any delay in integrating the SDF into state institutions will negatively affect reconstruction efforts.”
The Ministry of Interior is escalating targeted campaigns to neutralize these resurgent cells, which have claimed lives among Syrian army, General Security, and Customs Police forces.
UNHCR’s representative in Syria, Gonzalo Vargas Llosa, said that approximately 1.3 million Syrian refugees have already returned since December 2024
Lawyer “A. Z.”, who requested anonymity, told Enab Baladi that lawyers are not permitted to attend interrogations conducted in security branches until detainees are transferred to court.
The Internal Security Command in Latakia announced on Sunday, October 19, the opening of a new complaints office in the city.
The convergence of these American statements and Israeli military actions has heightened Syrian concerns that a new, entrenched occupation reality is taking shape in southern Syria.
If the struggle for daily sustenance once diverted broad sectors of society from democratic concerns, the situation has since grown immeasurably worse as a result of the catastrophic war Syria has endured, Faisal Allouche argues.
The moral test of any new political order lies not in how it treats the majority, but in how it engages those with the least demographic weight, Wael Sawah writes for Daraj.
Lifting the Caesar Act should be seen not as a final achievement but as a phase in testing the Syrian government’s seriousness in building a capable state that is both internally and externally acceptable, Syria TV argues.
“Syria is emerging from a long period of civil unrest and internal conflict,” the White House stated
Discussions surrounding a Syrian–European partnership within the Euro-Mediterranean framework are resurfacing, according to al-Thawra.
The update follows the United Kingdom’s routine reviews to determine whether the continued designation of certain individuals or entities remains justified under prevailing legal criteria.
Public Prosecution Demands Eight-Year Sentence for Syrian Businessman Firas Tlass
Available information indicates that the U.S.-led International Coalition is now encouraging the SDF to engage in security coordination with the Syrian government.
The decisions shaping Syria’s future are being written from within.
Local sources confirmed to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that clashes broke out between the Syrian Army and fighters from the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) on Monday night
The Ministry of Interior Spokesperson added that the Internal Security Command had issued “prior warnings” to partner forces within the International Coalition, alerting them to the potential threat of attacks by ISIS.
The suffocating deadlock in Suweida has cast a shadow over Syria’s national scene, Ali al-Abdallah writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Solicitor General in Damascus ordered the release of Syrian journalist Iyad Sharbaji, following a 24-hour detention in the capital, according to al-Hal.
Public blame has focused squarely on the National Guard forces, the dominant power in Suweida.
Video footage documented Al-Ahmad’s heroic act as he moved through a car park before grappling with the armed assailant and seizing his firearm.
Syrian security sources said the attack took place during a joint field patrol near a compound in the Palmyra desert
Political researcher Abdullah al-Kheir argued that the United States has adopted a firm position against political decentralisation or federalism in Syria, asserting that Barak’s comments reflect a strategic orientation rather than a personal view.
As regional tensions simmer and military manoeuvres persist, the situation in Quneitra underscores the broader volatility of the Israeli–Syrian frontier and the geopolitical vacuum left by weakened state institutions and stalled diplomatic processes.
The meeting between Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and Vladimir Putin appears to have offered both sides an opportunity to reassess the foundations of their political communication, Malek al-Hafez writes in Syria TV.
Syria’s path to economic recovery will not be determined by a single decision in Washington, Hind Khalifa argues in Al-Hal
Syria commemorated International Human Rights Day for the first time in its history.
At the third edition of the Samira al-Khalil Prize, held in Berlin on 9 December, the spotlight fell with particular poignancy on Syrian journalist Hanadi Zahlout, Ultra Syria reports.
Mohammad Alaa Ghanem, Head of Political Affairs at the Syrian American Council, confirmed that the vote passed with 312 members in favour and 112 opposed, calling it “the most difficult hurdle, now overcome.”
The fall of Assad’s regime has not produced a unified vision for Syria’s future, Ahmad al-Jaber argues in Al-Hal.
The Syrian government has officially recognised an organisation dedicated to preserving Jewish heritage in Syria and reclaiming properties confiscated during the rule of ousted president Bashar al-Assad.
Ayman al-Dasouki, senior researcher at the Omran Center, pointed out to Syria Television that although the Caesar Act’s impact on reconstruction is substantial, it represents only one among many hurdles to rebuilding Syria in a secure and stable manner.
These remarks came a day after the Israeli prime minister’s office firmly denied media reports alleging that Benjamin Netanyahu had refused to sign a security agreement with Syria in September.
Economist Mulham al-Jazmati of Karam Shaar Consulting described the current phase as “a complex transitional period that defies clear classification.”
Human Rights Watch has issued a report marking the first anniversary of the Assad regime’s collapse. It acknowledges that the new authorities have taken meaningful steps in justice, transparency, and rights protection, yet warns that they have not prevented continuing violence and serious abuses.
On Monday evening, the Damascus Governorate issued an urgent appeal urging the public to avoid Umayyad Square in the city centre due to safety concerns amid rising reports of stampede-related incidents.
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) on Tuesday issued a strong condemnation of what it described as “provocative and hostile” chants voiced by armed factions affiliated with the Syrian government’s Ministry of Defence.
Tensions are running high in the town of Khan Arnaba in Quneitra countryside following an incident in which Israeli occupation forces reportedly opened fire on civilians, wounding several.
Syrian politician Fahd al-Masri, in exile in France for over three decades, describes the past year as nothing short of “a political miracle.”
Transitional justice is frequently cited as the way forward, but without political will, it remains a slogan—not a solution.
President Sharaa delivered an address on the first anniversary of Syria’s liberation, reaffirming his commitment to rebuilding a united and sovereign nation.
The U.S. Congress is preparing to debate a proposed amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would repeal the Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act, al-Modon writes.
The Commission noted that while many Syrians commemorate the fall of the former regime in various regions, others live under renewed security threats.
An essay by Jafar al-‘Alouni examines how the relationship between the Alawites, the state, and Syrian society was shaped.
Syria’s first post-Assad year closes with an impressive portfolio of diplomatic achievements, many argue, secured at the cost of domestic stagnation.
General Abu Qasra portrayed the current moment as a historic turning point in Syria’s modern history — a moment, he said, when a people who had resisted tyranny and endured deep wounds finally authored the epic of the Great Victory.
He expressed his confidence that Syria’s future will be brighter than its recent past.
What emerges is a stark and damning portrait: a ruler who, from the very seat of power, expressed open contempt, disgust, and crude scorn for entire regions of his own country and for the people he governed.
Technologies that in other nations are deployed to protect citizens or combat organized crime were twisted into instruments of repression.
Khaled Khalil, an expert in Israeli affairs, characterised the assault on Beit Jinn as “an Israeli coup” against regional understandings.
Politics has yet to return in post-Assad Syria, Michel Shammas writes in Syria TV.
All political signals conveyed during the visit were grounded in fundamental principles: the sovereignty of the Syrian Arab Republic, the indivisibility of its territory, Syrian-led solutions, and the state’s sole authority over domestic affairs.
President Ahmed al-Sharaa met with figures from the Syrian Petroleum Company (SPC) and the American energy giant Chevron, according to al-Modon.
Noureddine al-Baba stressed that the act was purely criminal in nature and devoid of any sectarian motive, according to Syria TV.
Since October 2024, Syrians under temporary protection have been exempt from Turkey’s typically stringent foreign work-permit regime. But a new decree changes that dynamic entirely.
Hussam Taleb, a political analyst based in Damascus, told 963+ that the Beit Jin assault, and the Israeli aggression that followed—met with local resistance—marks a turning point in the nature of Israel’s military operations.
Speaking during his party’s parliamentary group meeting in Ankara, Bakırhan declared: “Let Ilham Ahmed come to Turkey. Let them sit down and agree.”
Dozens of factories have shuttered in the face of cheaper imports, al-Hal writes.
Most of the arrested served as physicians and military judges at the notorious Tishreen Military Hospital in Damascus, Shaam writes.
Local sources confirmed to Syria TV that Sheikh al-Matni died under torture while in the custody of Hijri’s National Guard.
In Trump’s newly envisioned regional map, Damascus is no longer an adversary to be contained but a partner to be engaged, Syria TV writes.
Among the most destabilising revelations of the Beit Jinn episode is the growing prominence of new armed formations operating beyond the authority of the state.
The report warns that the security vacuum gripping parts of the country remains severe despite the transition away from Assad’s rule.
The village of Beit Jinn now bears the latest scars of incursion and confrontation, drawing international attention from Paris to Washington, according to al-Modon.
Admiral Brad Cooper, CENTCOM’s commander, hailed the operation as “a successful partnership with Syria’s Ministry of Interior that locks in enduring gains against Daesh.”
The trend is clear: Europe’s migration posture is shifting from collective protection to selective repatriation
Both the capital and the SDF face mounting pressure from their respective patrons to reach political settlements that would finally close the eastern file and open the region to the international investment.
Media outlets aligned with al-Hijri have confirmed the detention of five individuals, including the prominent Sheikh Raed al-Matni and Asim Abu Fakhr.
In a land tormented by sectarian storms, the horizon may remain dim, Daraj writes.
The Danish initiative forms part of a growing European trend.
A Syria TV correspondent reported that helicopters and artillery belonging to the Israeli army bombed Beit Jinn, located on the slopes of Mount Hermon southwest of Damascus.
Archbishop Julian Yaqoub Murad, head of the Syriac Catholic Archdiocese of Homs and surrounding areas, told Al-Modon: “Pope Leo’s first apostolic visit to Lebanon—and to the broader Middle East—is not only for the Lebanese; it embraces us Syrians as well.”
During the visit, the minister and his delegation inspected the scene of a double homicide in the town of Zaidal, Shaam writes.
In an official communiqué, the movement warned that such assertions are deliberate attempts to sow discord and incite hostility against the Palestinian people, Shaam writes.
Amid rising sectarian tensions in post-revolutionary Syria, clashes erupted overnight from Tuesday to Wednesday in parts of Lattakia and Homs—two pivotal cities anchoring the country’s western and central heartlands.
The Ministry of Defence said that the meeting involved an exchange of views on matters of mutual interest, aimed at fostering collaboration and deepening dialogue between the ministry and the European Union in relevant areas.
An initiative by the Syrian Bar Association aims to reinforce efforts to safeguard women’s rights and protect them from all forms of violence—physical, psychological, economic and, most urgently, digital.
The Coalition raid in Marat, therefore, is less as an isolated incident than as part of an ongoing effort to prevent the reactivation of ISIS networks in Deir ez-Zor and beyond.
he launch of the National Health Charter marks one of the most ambitious social policy initiatives undertaken by the transitional government, Syria Today writes.
For the first time in recorded history, the Orontes River—Syria’s ancient artery of sustenance, known in Arabic as Nahr al-Asi—has shriveled into a parched scar across the western landscape
Sheikh Ghazal Ghazal, head of the Supreme Islamic Alawite Council in Syria and the Diaspora, issued a rousing video message on Monday, denouncing the nation’s descent into “an arena for sectarian score-settling”.
Nasser Munzer founded the “Jaramana Cinema Club” to challenge the capital’s cultural monopoly, al-Modon writes.
For Trump, insiders suggest, the ultimate signal of engagement lies not in hosting but in visiting.
Ministry of Interior spokesman Nour al-Din al-Baba insisted that preliminary investigations have uncovered “no material evidence” of sectarian motivation behind the Zaidal crime.
Ahmad al-Sharaa’s recent visit to Washington marked a critical waypoint in Syria’s evolving diplomatic trajectory, according to Ulta Syria.
Abdi stressed the need for Druze and Alawite participation in any Damascus negotiations, al-Modon reports.
The Syrian General Authority of Civil Aviation has formally announced the signing of final contracts for the investment, development, construction and operation of Damascus International Airport
Commentators have seized upon this as a paradigm shift, one that equips Sharaa to forge enduring leverage by commandeering the nation’s financial and frontier portals, al-Hal writes.
Ahmed al-Sharaa and the Prospect of Founding a New Chapter in History
The curfew, effective from 5:00 PM Sunday to 5:00 AM Monday, was accompanied by the deployment of heavy military police and internal security contingents.
Israeli Defence Forces have intensified their incursions into Syrian territory, al-Hal writes.
The Syrian Democratic Forces, known as SDF, have declared that contingents aligned with the Syrian government launched an assault upon several of their installations in the town of Abu Hammam, situated within the eastern countryside of Deir ez-Zor, on this Saturday evening.
The central aims of the meeting included revitalising regional energy cooperation by restarting interconnection projects, restoring gas flow through the Arab Gas Pipeline, enhancing energy efficiency, and improving system reliability across the three nations.
In light of the growing discontent, Mazen Alloush, Director of Local and International Relations at the Authority, issued a detailed statement explaining the complications affecting many Syrians, especially those passing through the main corridors linking Turkey and Syria.
Without the court intervention, this Friday, November 21, more than 6,100 Syrians would have lost their legal status, the IRAP says.
The trial is taking place before a regular military criminal court in Aleppo, based on military and general penal codes, with no legislative framework specific to transitional justice, Michel Shammas writes in Al-Modon.
The Ministry asserted that the provocative visit was a calculated attempt to impose a fait accompli, in direct violation of relevant United Nations Security Council resolutions
Fadi Ali al-Muhaymid has been appointed as president of the council, Shaam writes.
The Russian leadership sees an opportunity to support Syria’s calls for calm in the occupied Golan and to contain Israeli actions, Syria TV argues.
What remains of Israel’s leverage is largely rhetorical, Iyad al-Jaafari argues in Syria TV.
The delegation’s primary aim is to address longstanding bilateral issues and establish practical frameworks of cooperation, Syria TV writes.
Abdi reaffirmed that, after fifteen years of conflict, Syria could not revert to the model of a centralised state, describing this as an irreversible position for the peoples of North and East Syria.
Israel has categorically rejected President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s call for an unconditional withdrawal from the areas seized in the aftermath of Assad’s fall.
Fourteen defendants stood before the bench, including former regime loyalists and current personnel from the Ministry of Defence, Syria TV writes.
The agreement aims to expand cooperation in the exploration and development of natural gas fields, al-Ikhbariya writes.
Official statements from Syria’s Minister of Information have framed the country’s coalition membership as political rather than military, Ultra Syria writes.
Human Rights Watch released a report outlining the steps needed to achieve comprehensive justice in Syria.
A report by Agence France-Presse, citing two Syrian diplomatic sources, has sparked controversy by claiming that Damascus is preparing to extradite around 400 Uyghur fighters currently residing in Syria to China.
Sources informed Syria Television that the Palace of Justice in Aleppo would host not only the initial sessions related to the Coastal Events but also trials concerning crimes committed under the deposed Assad regime.
The departure of Christians cannot be viewed as an internal matter alone. It signals the erosion of centuries-old cultural bridges between East and West, and the loss of a vital interlocutor in Syria’s intellectual, economic and diplomatic engagement with the wider world, Mohammed Berro writes.
The gap between income and inflation has exacerbated poverty, Ultra Syria writes.
A Russian delegation visited Damascus, accompanied by a Turkish counterpart, to conduct high-level security talk, according to al-Hal.
haraa identified the United States as the only actor with sufficient leverage to moderate Israeli actions.
The rockets were launched from the Lawan area in Kafr Sousa, on the outskirts of Damascus, Enab Baladi reports.
Judge Naasan outlined the committee’s core responsibilities: to determine the causes and conditions that triggered the Suweida events, Syria TV reports.
Syria TV reports that discussions will focus on sensitive matters, including the mechanism for integrating SDF forces into the national army.
True reconstruction requires a stable and secure domestic environment, a legislative framework attractive to foreign investors, modern banking regulations, robust anti-corruption measures, and equitable implementation of national projects, Faisal Alloush argues in Ultra Syria.
A spokesperson for the airline said the decision followed a routine operational review aimed at optimising fleet deployment in line with Emirates’ wider strategic priorities, Shaam writes.
Rubio’s remarks followed the recent visit to Washington by Syria’s transitional president, Ahmad al-Sharaa, al-Hal writes.
Foreign Policy has published a penetrating report delineating the contours of Syria’s nascent political era in the wake of the Assad regime’s collapse.
The statement highlighted Sharaa’s renewed commitment to the fight against ISIS, Ultra Syria writes.
Syria’s Ministry of Defence announced that a delegation led by Brigadier General Binyan al-Hariri, commander of the 40th Division, met with UNDOF’s Force Commander, Major General Anita Asmah of Ghana, and her team.
In recent weeks, much of northern Syria has witnessed a near-total standstill in educational activity, as teachers across numerous schools have embarked on an open-ended strike, Ultra Syria reports.
The upcoming round will take place in the Syrian capital and aims to begin implementation of the March 10 Accord, al-Hal reports.
President Trump expressed confidence in Sharaa’s leadership, telling reporters, “I’m in accord with President Sharaa, and I believe he’s capable of leading Syria toward success.”
The American establishment media have treated the moment with cautious reflection
Officials from Syria’s Ministry of Interior announced that unknown individuals had broken into the museum in the capital.
Olabi stressed that the agreement should be classified strictly as “a security accord,” distancing the discussions from any broader political or diplomatic negotiations.
Who killed Ghazi Kanaan? Did he take his life in despair, or was he eliminated by a regime that could no longer tolerate his reach?
The towns of Hujayrah and Sayyidah Zaynab have witnessed a series of demonstrations marked by sectarian slogans and open hostility towards the local Shiite community, al-Hal reports.
Since 2020, French judicial authorities have persistently investigated the activities of this organisation
The international child welfare organisation SOS has announced that it will close all of its branches in Syria by the end of this year.
This visit is Sharaa’s second to the United States, following his attendance at the United Nations General Assembly in September.
haraa touched down in Washington in the early hours of Sunday for what marks the first official visit by a Syrian president to the White House since the country’s independence in 1946, Shaam writes.
The statement, released on 5 November 2025, squarely blamed the Ministry of Interior and security agencies for the current instability.
Shamsi, born in 1977, is a seasoned journalist and the founder and president of the Smart Media and Management Foundation.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ibrahim Olabi, welcomed the Security Council’s decision, describing it as “evidence of growing confidence in the new Syria.”
France’s caution in Syria should not be mistaken for a reversal of policy, but rather as a by-product of declining relevance in open arenas of competition, Syria TV writes.
resident Sharaa was greeted warmly by his Brazilian counterpart, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Sources indicate the facility is situated at the southern gateway to Syria—an area expected to form part of a demilitarised buffer zone within the framework of the proposed non-aggression pact currently under negotiation between Damascus and Tel Aviv.
A petition calls for an end to entrenched cronyism and nepotism in Syria’s diplomatic corps and the immediate dismissal of individuals identified as “offspring of criminals and shabiha”.
Mamdani’s win is a reminder that democracy is not merely about ballot boxes, but about trust.
Trump administration officials are saying that maintaining the sanctions risks derailing progress and exacerbating instability.
The Syrian Ministry of Defence has reinstated the service of more than 2,100 officers who had previously defected from the ranks of the Syrian Army.
The Ministry of Energy defended the decision, citing the sector’s massive deficits and the urgent need to revise tariffs to maintain service.
The ministry’s statement outlines plans to receive the oil in staggered shipments from December 2025 through March 2026, Al-Hal writes.
In June 2025, President Sharaa issued Decrees No. 114 and 115, introducing sweeping reforms aimed at restructuring the national economy.
Now owned by the Swiss multinational Holcim, Lafarge is charged with “financing terrorism” and “violating international sanctions.”
When the state fails to guarantee justice and equal citizenship, it creates a vacuum readily filled by external actors, Samar Yazbek argues in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed
These developments come amid a marked shift in Germany’s approach to asylum, Syria TV writes.
The group includes ambassadors, consuls, and administrative officials, now restored to their prior positions within the Ministry.
As mid-2025 approached, Syria witnessed a sweeping purge that removed over sixty per cent of its serving judges.
Abbasi said Hegseth did not provide operational specifics, only stating that U.S. forces were “carrying out missions in the region, specifically within Syrian territory”.
Saad Baroud, Director of International Organizations and Conferences at the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, asserted that development and human rights are fundamentally linked.
President Sharaa’s upcoming visit follows Syria’s decision to join the U.S.-led coalition against ISIS.
Thirteen years after his enforced disappearance, the family of Syrian lawyer and human rights defender Khalil Matouk has announced his death.
Abdul Ghani explained to Syria TV that Syria’s institutions have, over the years, become deeply entangled in various forms of misconduct.
The ministry’s spokesperson stated that a special committee had conducted inquiries across four governorates—Latakia, Tartous, Homs, and Hama.
Jamal al-Sharaa has become a cautionary tale: a reminder that even in post-Assad Syria, the struggle against corruption begins not in the ministries—but at home.
During his visit to Riyadh, Sharaa reportedly met with executives from Hilton, Accor, and Bombardier to explore opportunities in tourism and infrastructure.
Minister al-Wais assured that those responsible, regardless of affiliation, would be held fully accountable.
Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani is said to be playing a central role in shaping the new entity, Al-Hal writes.
Discussions explored avenues for enhancing cooperation in political, economic and humanitarian fields, while also addressing current regional and international developments of mutual concern.
In the months following the regime’s collapse, mass graves have been discovered across Syria, Shaam writes.
The talks addressed “a range of shared military issues in service to the interests of both countries,” though no further details were disclosed.
The Party decried the Administration’s decisions as being made without consultation with Assyrian representatives, Syria TV writes.
SNHR’s findings suggest that most attacks were acts of revenge targeting former regime collaborators.
Ahmad al-Sharaa convened with the Chairman of Saudi Telecom Company (STC) and a delegation of international investors to discuss opportunities for economic collaboration.
At its core, the Hassakeh temple dispute extends beyond theology. It has become a litmus test for Yazidi unity, Daraj writes.
The Commission reported that individuals from various communities recounted disturbing accounts of abuses carried out with shocking brutality, Shaam writes.
The talks took place during President Sharaa’s official visit to participate in the ninth edition of the Future Investment Initiative.
One source told Axios that Rayburn lacked sufficient support in the Senate to secure confirmation, adding that the administration “will go in a different direction.”
Large American cargo aircraft transported new supplies and personnel to bases in Hassakeh province, Syria TV writes.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reports a dramatic escalation: in the past week alone, 26 people have been killed across the country
Over the past ten months, since this new phase of governance began, the state’s approach to the foreign fighter dossier has become increasingly visible—marked by several key patterns:
This visit follows President Sharaa’s previous trip to the Kingdom in February, Syria TV notes.
On the World Bank front, Minister Barniya revealed plans for at least six technical assistance missions to Syria in the coming weeks
President aSharaa will deliver a speech at the “Future Investment Initiative” conference hosted in Riyadh, Syria TV reports.
Berlin’s cautious overtures toward Damascus and Syria’s simultaneous campaign to encourage voluntary returns reveal two competing narratives — one driven by European domestic politics, the other by the Syrian government’s desire to project normalcy.
Rayburn’s involvement with the Syrian dossier has been shaped through a succession of pivotal roles, Syria TV writes.
Deir ez-Zor Province witnessed intense clashes early Sunday morning between the Syrian Army and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), followed by heightened security tensions and the deployment of reinforcements by both sides to frontline positions.
Ibrahim Kaban, director of the Geostrategic Studies Network, told 963+ that Saudi and Gulf support is “not rooted in ideological alignment but in shared strategic interests.”
French courts have issued a new international arrest warrant for the ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, in connection with chemical attacks carried out in 2013, Ultra Syria writes.
Whether the Harem operation succeeds or spirals into wider conflict will be a crucial test for Sharaa’s leadership, Daraj argues.
Economist Adham Qudaimati told Enab Baladi that Syria’s economy stands on the brink of structural transformation, driven by international cooperation and legal reforms designed to attract investment.
Local sources informed Syria TV that an Israeli military patrol, consisting of five Humvee-type vehicles, entered the villages of al-Razaniyah and Abu Rajm, near the town of Saida al-Joulan in southern Quneitra.
Syrian Minister of Social Affairs and Labour, Hind Kabawat, met senior European Union officials in Brussels to discuss developments in Syria and ways to support the country’s transitional phase, ensuring a gradual and practical path towards stability and development.
The Brotherhood’s Coexistence document addresses this vulnerability in the regime’s performance, Syria TV writes.
The Central Bank’s latest directive mandates that banks treat their exposure to Lebanon as fully impaired, removing such assets from balance sheets and recognising them as expenses, Marco Olabi writes.
According to local security sources, the suspect was killed in an exchange of fire with a patrol unit that intervened to prevent the carjacking, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
A confidential source from the General Security Directorate told Ultra Syria that reconnaissance drones known as “Shaheen” were used overnight to track the leader of an armed group.
Over the weekend, Austria, Sweden and 18 other EU member states submitted a joint letter to the European Commission urging progress on deportations.
The network cautioned that retaining perpetrators within state structures poses a threat not only to victims but to Syria’s future. It concluded: “True justice begins with clean institutions that uphold human rights and serve the citizen—not merely in appearance, but in essence.”
Data from the World Federation of Societies of Anesthesiologists (WFSA) indicates that Syria has fewer than 1.1 anesthesiologists per 100,000 people, Al-Masdar writes.
Although Russia’s influence in Syria has diminished since Assad’s fall, the Kremlin is playing a long game.
“”Weapons must become an integral part of the youth, living with them, inseparable like a cartridge belt”, Abdullah Ghannoum said in a mosque sermon, according to al-Hal.
The printing of the new currency has shifted from Russia to partners in the UAE and Germany, reflecting a shift in Syria’s international economic alignments, al-Ikhbariya writes.
Tom Barrack announced the lifting of sanctions on Syria, framing it not as an act of charity but a strategic decision to catalyse the most significant reconstruction initiative since the Second World War, Syria TV writes.
Syria’s General Maritime Transport Company sold the vessels to Al-Huda Holding Ltd, a shell company registered in the Seychelles
Mardenli affirmed that the group had secured necessary permits.
Steria, Syria’s pioneering stand-up comedy collective, announced the suspension of its scheduled show in Mahrdeh, Enab Baladi reports.
Gonzalo Vargas Llosa of the UNHCR cautioned that Syria has reached its “maximum absorptive capacity,” suggesting the country can no longer sustain additional returnees, Daraj writes.
The Al-Bab operation was among the coalition’s largest in the region in months, part of a broader effort to pursue ISIS leaders across northern Syria, particularly amid the group’s recent resurgence in rural areas and the desert, according to Syria TV.
Inside the Presidential Palace, an existential divide between two brothers was embodying the former regime’s dual faces, according to al-Modon.
The Brotherhood opened the document with Quranic verses affirming the unity of human origins and stressing respect for religious and cultural diversity, al-Hal writes.
Syria is pursuing a $1 billion grant package from the World Bank, marking a significant step in its reintegration into the global financial system, Enab Baladi writes.
Abdi said that sectarian incidents in the coastal and Suweida regions had caused “fears” among residents in northeastern Syria.
The committee has the authority to review petitions submitted by those convicted in absentia across all levels of criminal courts, Ultra Syria writes.
While Israel sometimes releases detainees a few hours after their arrest, others remain in custody with no information about their condition or location, according to Enab Baladi.
The renewed discussion of the Kirkuk–Baniyas line stems from economic and geopolitical developments that reopened the file after decades of neglect, Syria TV writes.
The Plastic Industries Committee of the Aleppo Chamber of Industry held its regular meeting today at the Chamber’s headquarters, attended by Ismail Haj Hamad, Deputy
President Sharaa said Syria would seek to “re-adjust its relations” with Russia and underlined the need for stability.
Patrols belonging to the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) raided the town of al-Tayana, east of Deir ez-Zor, on Tuesday, 14 October, confiscating quantities of fuel and arresting several local workers.
An official delegation, headed by Minister Mazhar al-Wais, arrived in Lebanon for an official visit on Tuesday.
Several students told Syria TV that they were forced to drop out after being displaced from Suweida to their home provinces during the bloody events that shook the governorate.
A study by the “Day After Organization” evaluating the electoral process found outcomes that contradict the Higher Committee’s aspirations for representation.
These developments come at a time when Syria is witnessing multiple multilateral efforts to reduce field tensions and enforce cease-fire agreements, Syria TV writes.
Syria’s Ministry of Tourism plans to transfer ownership of several tourism-related properties belonging to the Slonfeh Municipality to its central administration, Ultra Syria claims.
The meeting concluded with directives from President Sharaa stressing the need to “enhance coordination among state institutions and integrate government efforts to serve citizens and support national development,” according to the state news agency.
Speaking to al-Ikhbariya during his visit to Lebanon, Shibani said: “We have made progress regarding the issue of Syrian detainees in Roumieh Prison, as well as in security and intelligence coordination between the two countries.”
Governor Bakkour had announced on October 9 that preparations were complete for launching the “Suweida Is Part of Us” campaign, which seeks to promote the development of the province.
The U.S. Senate approved a version of the budget that includes calls for the unconditional repeal of the “Caesar Act” by the end of this year.
Military and strategic analyst Mahmoud Abdelsalam notes that ISIS has taken advantage of the security vacuum following the regime’s collapse to reposition itself across several provinces, Ultra Syria reports.
According to the ministry, the launch of the military ID at this time aims to strengthen discipline and institutional identity among military personnel.
Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad Shibani praised Turkey’s extensive support for Syria during the transitional phase, noting that “Syria has made tangible progress in several fields within a few months.”
Dalati was aboard the Turkish vessel Al-Dhamir (“The Conscience”), one of the ships participating in the flotilla headed toward Gaza.
As contacts intensify between SDF, Syrian, and American officials, debates are growing over the future governance structure in the north and east — particularly following media reports alleging that Abdi demanded autonomy similar to Iraqi Kurdistan.
According to a North Press correspondent, the Ashrafieh and Sheikh Maqsoud neighborhoods were calm on Tuesday, with shops and markets open and residents going about their daily routines normally.
Earlier on Tuesday, Syrian Defence Minister Lieutenant General Murhaf Abu Qasra also met Mazloum Abdi in Damascus, where the two agreed on a comprehensive ceasefire across all fronts.
The Commission explained that “although investigations are ongoing, preliminary recommendations addressing urgent human rights concerns were presented to the relevant authorities and stakeholders.”
In an effort to curb the chaos, Daraa’s Internal Security Command issued a circular banning the illegal possession of weapons, Ultra Syria writes.
Majed AbdelNour is a Syrian researcher in International Affairs.
The President of Turkey’s Higher Education Council, Erol Özvar, announced a new academic initiative in partnership with Syria: the establishment of the “Turkish–Syrian Friendship University” in the Syrian capital, Damascus.
In a statement, the SDF said that an army drone had targeted one of its military vehicles on Sunday morning, injuring three of its fighters.
An investigation by Mediapart revealed that SOS Chrétiens d’Orient had “dangerous ties” with pro-Assad militias.
4 percent of the MPs elected were women.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa affirmed that laws that have been suspended for years are now awaiting the new Parliament to review and approve them, in order to push the process of national reconstruction forward.
Most taxis in Damascus have been in service for over 20 years, turning them into a liability both for their owners and for passengers, Enab Baladi writes.
The anti-narcotics departments in both countries foiled seven smuggling attempts across their shared border, Syria TV says.
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has previously made clear that Turkey will not tolerate the presence of any “terrorist organizations” on Syrian soil, Shaam writes.
According to data compiled by the team behind The Syria Report newsletter, Damascus and its rural outskirts accounted for over 80% of all limited liability companies registered during the first half of the year.
Lebanon’s Internal Security Forces (ISF) have yet to issue an official statement days after the death, Enab Baladi writes.
Analysts suggest the Moscow visit could lead to undisclosed military arrangements, including new field coordination protocols and potential arms deals to modernize Syrian army units for the post-conflict era.
Field teams from the Syrian Civil Defence and the Arab Red Crescent reported facing serious challenges in the rescue effort due to the site’s instability and the risk of further collapse, Shaam writes.
Cancelling this electoral process and establishing a temporary legislature through a transparent foundational mechanism is a national and moral imperative, Michal Shammas argues in Al-Modon.
The meeting focused on leveraging the expertise and capabilities of Syrians living overseas by linking their skills to national development projects.
In analysing the current Syrian and broader Middle Eastern context, it becomes essential to examine the structural difference between the notion of the “state” and the condition of an “alternative authority”, Daraj argues.
The Ministry describes its card as “official and regulatory”, while the Union refers to its card as a “union identity”, Al-Masdar writes.
Authorities have announced the opening of preliminary registration for new residential units in the city’s bustling IPC district, Ultra Syria writes.
The Syrian flag raised at this strategic border crossing can be read as a symbolic gesture by the Autonomous Administration affirming its commitment to Syria’s territorial unity.
Transitional Syria—once envisioned as a space of hope—now appears hostage to political deals and investment interests, Wael Qais argues in Ultra Syria.
This arrest is part of ongoing investigations in Germany aimed at holding individuals accountable for serious human rights violations committed in Syria.
Footage shared on platforms such as X and Instagram captured a small protest outside the Umayyad Mosque, where participants voiced criticism of Egypt’s position on the Rafah border crossing and its handling of aid to Gaza.
Scenes of violence against women in Syria recur as if part of the daily news cycle, Daraj writes.
The committee had previously announced that the next People’s Assembly elections are scheduled for 5 October 2025.
Turning to U.S.-Syria relations, Shibani described the policy of U.S. President Donald Trump after the Assad regime’s collapse as “positive and deserving of the Syrian people’s respect.”
George Kadr comments on reports of a reconciliation between Sharaa and Jihad Issa al-Sheikh, known by his nom de guerre “Abu Ahmad Zukour.
The internal security in Daraa succeeded in apprehending one of the most wanted individuals, Ala’a Ghasab al-Soudi, known as the “Jobar Sniper,” following a meticulous monitoring and tracking operation.
This deepening humanitarian crisis raises a pressing question: are political motives driving a push for the forced return of refugees to Syria, despite ongoing insecurity and inadequate living conditions?
Sharaa, meanwhile, stated that Damascus had persuaded Ankara to hold off on military operations against the SDF following Assad’s ouster, giving negotiations a chance
In a voice trembling with grief yet steadfast in defiance, Syrian activist Hanadi Zahlout addressed the United Nations Human Rights Council last week, transforming its
The Syrian delegation expressed growing optimism about the potential lifting of sanctions, particularly the Caesar Act.
Olabi voiced disappointment at the pace of progress, calling it “frustrating.”
Syrian authorities detained Amer Matar, a prominent journalist and human rights activist, at a border crossing with Lebanon.
President Sharaa declared that Syria’s story was entering a new chapter defined by peace, stability and prosperity, following what he described as a “victory in the battle against oppression.”
The meetings led by President Sharaa and his delegation over the past two days have been described as a potential turning point—presenting Syria as a credible destination for foreign investment
The Israeli proposal would require Syria not only to remain silent on the status of the occupied Golan Heights, but also to accept Israel’s continued control over parts of Syrian territory, Marwan Kabalan writes.
Many refugees face persistent difficulties in civil documentation, including marriage, birth, and death certificates
“I believe all parties are engaging in good faith,” Barak added, although he cautioned that a final deal may not be reached this week, citing delays due to limited progress and the ongoing Jewish High Holidays.
The Syrian delegation expressed growing optimism about the potential lifting of sanctions, particularly the Caesar Act
Turkish Transport and Infrastructure Minister said Turkey would back the completion of the remaining superstructure of the Hejaz Railway in Syrian territory
The Constitutional Declaration, approved by the Syrian government in March, grants the People’s Assembly limited powers, and the government is not required to secure a vote of confidence from the Assembly.
Qatar has underscored the need to advance a comprehensive, Syrian-led political process that includes all segments of society, emphasizing the importance of strengthening national unity, Syria TV writes.
The commission noted that the human rights situation in Syria remains precarious, despite a decline in systematic violations compared to the era of the ousted regime.
Amid the bureaucracy of Europe and the continuing tragedies in Syria, thousands of refugees now find themselves stranded, deprived of basic rights to safety and stability, al-Hal writes.
President Sharaa’s historic visit is not merely a diplomatic stopover, but the start of a long-term dialogue in both political and economic spheres, Syria TV argues.
Sharaa arrived in New York on Sunday for a visit described as “historic,” marking Syria’s return to the United Nations General Assembly for the first time since President Nourredine al-Atassi addressed the body in 1967.
In Turkey, the city of Gaziantep has witnessed a notable wave of returns since the fall of the previous Syrian regime, al-Hal writes.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa told reporters on Wednesday that a security agreement is a “necessity,” while insisting it must uphold Syria’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.
“We must rebuild ties directly and properly. I hope to meet President Trump again to move this forward,” Sharaa said.
Campaign spokesperson Baraa Abdul Rahman stressed that community solidarity is a cornerstone of the effort, noting that strong media attention and immediate pledges from expatriates signaled robust momentum from the outset.
For many displaced families, the notion of “return” remains a slogan rather than a concrete plan, Enab Baladi writes.
Women like Suad, a 38-year-old widow and mother of three, begin their day at dawn. After preparing breakfast, she leaves her children with relatives and sets out with her bag of products.
The minister noted that the ministry is grappling with outdated infrastructure and equipment dating back to the 1960s and 1970s, al-Hal writes.
This rejection follows earlier criticism by the “Higher Alawite Islamic Council,” which on September 13 accused the transitional government of neglecting the Alawite community.
A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department told Reuters the department does not comment on “decisions related to personnel or administrative reorganizations,” but added that “the core team working on Syria-related issues continues its operations from multiple locations.”
Sharaa revealed that a deal was close in July but stalled after the Suweida events, according to Syria TV
Syrians coined the term takwi’ to ridicule regime loyalists who suddenly rebranded themselves as revolutionaries, Syria TV writes.
What appears on the surface as a condescending view of women is, in fact, a deliberate strategy to legitimize exclusion and reinforce hostility, Daraj claims.
The event reflects a growing measure of international recognition for Syria’s interim government, al-Masdar argues.
The roadmap may not instantly heal Suweida’s fractures. Rather, it offers a scaffold for gradual repair, Syria TV argues.
On May 20, 2025, Kalin held a landmark meeting with Syrian intelligence chief Hussein al-Salama in the Syrian capital
The Arab-Islamic Summit in Doha underscored a unified stance against Israeli aggression, al-Ikhbariya noted.
Shibani stated that the Syrian government has drawn up a detailed plan to ensure justice, protect rights, promote community reconciliation, Ultra Syria reports.
Although Syrian law stipulates a minimum marriage age of 18, the persistence of early marriages in rural regions such as Idlib raises serious concerns about enforcement, Shaam writes.
A report reveals that most Syrians residing in Austria show little to no interest in returning to Syria.
The controversy rests on a logic so reductive it borders on the absurd: if the man is the son of a symbol of the fallen regime, then he is the regime, Salam Kawakibi writes.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa met with Qatar’s Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, on Monday on the sidelines of the emergency Arab-Islamic Summit held in Doha.
Turkey has accused the SDF of exploiting the ongoing Israeli crisis in Syria to strengthen its territorial control.
In the face of this vacuum, volunteer initiatives have emerged in displacement centres: young women offering basic literacy lessons to children, and free revision sessions for baccalaureate students, Daraj reports.
Syria urgently needs international reintegration, economic recovery, and sustainable development, al-Hal argues.
Political researcher Saleh al-Abdullah told Al-Ikhbariya that the President’s characterisation of Syria’s liberation as a “historic opportunity” reflects its unique geopolitical role
As political “strangers,” both men promised rupture over continuity, upheaval over inertia, Wael Sawah writes in Daraj.
Nawar Najma, spokesperson for the committee, stated in a post on the “X” platform: “The review of candidacy applications for membership in the electoral bodies is currently underway, in preparation for finalising their lists.”
According a document obtained by Zaman al-Wasl, Asfari proposes a 25-year investment framework for Syrian gas.
Between 9 December 2024 and 20 May 2025, Syria recorded an estimated 269,000 births and 55,400 deaths, according to United Nations data
Hezbollah has historically been active in areas near the Lebanese border, Enab Baladi writes.
Tarek Wahbi characterised the SDF–Turkey dialogue as a breakthrough largely driven by political shifts inside Turkey, +963 writes.
Qabalan identified Syria’s internal sectarian divisions as its most pressing challenge.
The case coincided with a sweeping arrest campaign by SDF units in Hassakeh province, Ultra Syria writes.
The announcement followed a press conference in Damascus on September 9 by Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani alongside a Russian delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak.
SAC stressed that this development “does not eliminate the prospects of repealing the Caesar Act through the budget bill.”
In Syria, most major firms remain either family-owned or state-controlled, and their true value is largely unknown, Daraj writes.
The strikes occurred ahead of a scheduled meeting between Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani, under US mediation.
More than 6 million Syrians remain internally displaced, while a further 6 million live as refugees in host countries.
Shibani said that despite the heavy toll paid by Syrians in recent years, the country now faces the future with renewed confidence.
The SNHR emphasises that transitional justice and civil peace are not competing objectives but interdependent components of post-conflict recovery
The Ankara meeting marks a pragmatic step towards reconstructing Syria’s defence infrastructure, Syria TV argues.
Delegations from Germany, France, and Italy have visited Damascus to explore repatriation arrangements with Syria’s interim government
According to SOHR’s findings, a total of 10,672 people have been killed across Syria between 8 December 2024 and 6 September 2025.
While some progress has occurred, such as reforms to personal status laws improving women’s rights, LGBTQ+ protections remain conspicuously absent, Daraj writes.
The harsh realities of Syria’s economic landscape clashed with the initial optimism, Ahmed Jassem al-Hussein argues in Syria TV.
Sharaa’s presence in Idleb was laden with political weight. The province — once a bastion of opposition and a refuge for the displaced — played a decisive role in Assad’s downfall.
Only 1,867 people have returned from Germany with government support this year.
Contacts between the SDF and Ankara suggest a tentative thaw, reminiscent of Turkey’s pivot toward Masoud Barzani’s Kurdistan Regional Government.
The extension follows the court’s earlier intervention in August, when it imposed a temporary halt under an urgent “interim measure.”
On April 8, Shibani announced the restructuring of Syria’s embassies and missions at the direction of Interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
Kurdish negotiator Ilham Ahmad met US lawmakers and diplomats in Amman this week and is expected to travel to Damascus for talks
This marks Shibani’s second appearance at an Arab League ministerial session, al-Ikhbariya writes.
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack.
Ukraine has emerged as a key supplier in the post-regime-change era, Enab Baladi writes.
Introducing a new currency involves more than redesigning banknotes or cutting zeros, Syria TV writes.
The spokesperson for the Suweida Events Investigation Committee, has confirmed the arrest of several individuals suspected of committing violations during the violent clashes in Suweida, Ultra Syria writes.
The fall of Iraq’s Ba’athist regime in 2003, following the US-led invasion, foreshadowed the eventual collapse of Syria’s, Marwan Qabalan argues in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Even in areas spared direct conflict, the blockade has triggered secondary crises, 963 writes.
Amnesty’s Syria researcher, Diana Semaan, condemned the killings as “extrajudicial executions,” a crime under international law.
600,000 barrels of heavy crude were dispatched from the port of Tartus aboard the tanker Nissos Christiana, as announced by the Syrian Ministry of Energy.
This is the third arrest warrant France has issued against Bashar al-Assad, +963 writes.
Of the 124 detentions recorded, 68 were attributed to the SDF.
For years, Goznak has been in the crosshairs of Western governments, Ghazwan Koronfol writes to Enab Baladi.
The recent podcast dialogue between Syrian journalist Anas Azraq and economist Hussein al-Sharaa proved far more layered than a simple exchange between interviewer and guest, Ibrahim Al-Jabin writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The International Organization for Human Rights and Refugee Affairs supposed secretary-general, Frederick Schulman, is a U.S. investor convicted of multimillion-dollar real estate fraud, al-Hal writes.
A senior SDF commander accused the Syrian government of undermining the March 10 agreement, according to Ultra Syria.
A poll of the Arab Center for Research and Policy Studies said 61% of Syrians believe a democratic system is the best for Syria and 74% oppose recognizing Israel, Syria TV reports.
Ilham Ahmed, co-chair of the AANES foreign relations department, met with Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad al-Shibani, signalling potential progress in negotiations, Al-Hal reports.
The Muslim Brotherhood views the state’s embrace of Shafi’i jurisprudence as a strategic manoeuvre to marginalise their influence, 963 writes.
A landmark community-driven initiative has successfully raised $37 million to fund vital development projects in the war-torn province, al-Ikhbariya reports.
The formation of the PCCWS is emblematic of a growing trend towards regional autonomy or federalism in Syria, Ultra Syria writes.
Syria’s transition requires integration over exclusion, Maher Hassan Shawish argues.
Brigadier General Ahmad asserted that “the hand of justice will continue to reach those whose hands are stained with the blood of the innocent.”
On Suweida, Sharaa admitted that all parties bear responsibility, noting that “a wound exists today.
Aleppo’s current mood captures a pivotal juncture, Sohaib Al-Agha argues.
Overshadowing the debate on currency reform is a deeper crisis: the severe restrictions on withdrawals from Syria’s banking system, al-Modon writes.
The transitional government in Damascus lacks both popular legitimacy and an electoral mandate to make concessions on Syria’s sovereignty, Marwan Kablan argues in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Alongside its mediation role, Azerbaijan is expanding cooperation with Syria through humanitarian and energy assistance, Syria TV writes.
The vessel MJ Sofia docked in Tartous in the early hours of Wednesday carrying more than 19,000 metric tons of Romanian barley, according to al-Hal.
The Envoy reportedly blamed elements of Suweida’s leadership for the closure of the Damascus–Suweida highway, a vital commercial and logistical link between the southern province and the capital.
Under the decision, approved at the bank’s latest board session, the Governor will serve as the institution’s primary spokesperson, supported exclusively by the designated media team.
Syrian economist Dr. Karam Shaar told local media that political sentiment in Washington is shifting.
The Commission barred individuals who served as MPs or ran for parliament after 2011, unless they had defected
That delegation included Senators Markwayne Mullin and Joni Ernst, alongside Congressmen Jason Smith and Jimmy Panetta.
The Syrian Student Movement has issued a statement condemning the ban and demanding its immediate repeal.
The move marks a dramatic turn towards militarisation and potential separatism within the Druze community amid ongoing unrest and the diminishing authority of the central government.
The emergency session of the OIC was convened to address recent developments in the continuing Israeli offensive in Palestine.
President Sharaa sought to define his political identity in sharp contrast to the dominant forces that have shaped regional upheaval over the past decade, al-Hal argues.
Economist Ibrahim Qushji and Damascus University professor Yasser al-Mashaal both described the measure as largely symbolic.
The call by an advisor of Ahmad al-Sharaa for the dismantlement of the Muslim Brotherhood resonates with a broader regional trend against the Brotherhood.
The Higher Committee for People’s Council Elections announced on Saturday that polling would be delayed in the three regions due to “security challenges.”
Beyond security imperatives, the government will face intense domestic and international pressure to assert its legitimacy by demonstrating control and dismantling ISIS infrastructure, Daraj argues.
The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has denied reports that a security agreement with Israel is set to be signed on 25 September, describing the claims as baseless.
The Economist explores Syria’s shifting political landscape under President Ahmad al-Sharaa, tracing a path from initial optimism to a resurgence of authoritarianism.
Unlike bullets or bombs, the Assad regime opted for sarin nerve gas—a silent, insidious weapon that suffocates without sound.
Most Syrian media institutions have never truly been allies to either women or men, Daraj argues.
The healthcare system in Suweida is under severe strain.
Two medical sources involved in the transfer and examination of the remains confirmed to Enab Baladi that the bodies were identified by local residents during a closed session attended by victims’ families, representatives from the General Security Service, and forensic experts
Crimes against public safety are also covered, including the obstruction of civil rights through threats or coercion, election rigging via intimidation, bribery or fraud, and manipulation of voting results.
According to SANA, the meeting prioritised de-escalation, respect for Syria’s internal affairs, and the establishment of mechanisms to support regional stability.
Human rights advocates warn that without impartial probes and accountability, abuses will perpetuate cycles of violence, Daraj writes.
Aleppo Governor Azzam al-Gharib hosted a high-level Greek diplomatic delegation in June, al-Ikhbariya notes.
Speaking to al-Ikhbariya, researcher Wael al-Amin described northeastern Syria as the “heart of national wealth,” accounting for more than 90% of the country’s economic resources.
The dawn operation, supported by drones and involving several helicopters, targeted a residence rented by an Iraqi national identified as Salah Nouman, Enab Baladi writes.
Russia’s involvement in Qamishli dates back to late 2019, when it positioned itself as a buffer force between the SDF and Turkish troops, Daraj writes.
The initiative centres on the rehabilitation of 16 villages in the province’s eastern region, with the goal of reducing pressure on overcrowded temporary shelters, Baladi News writes.
Layla, an activist who holds dual citizenship and is planning a cautious return, expressed concerns over phone surveillance and threats on social media, al-Hal reports.
The incident marks the second reported attack in recent days, Syria TV writes.
An anonymous source present at a meeting Assaad al-Shibani and members of the Syrian community in Moscow said Sharaa is keen to see Russian military police resume their former positions in the south, Syria TV reports.
Nassif’s forms part of a broader pattern of violence, kidnappings, and extrajudicial killings that have raised public alarm in Syria, al-Modon writes.
Jordan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated that Suweida and its local communities remain an integral part of the Syrian Arab Republic, and that the rights of its residents would be safeguarded as part of building a secure, unified Syria.
Fadel Abdul Ghany emphasised the need for an organic law to formally establish the Commission, Shaam News reports.
While Damascus acknowledged the right of “religious or national groups to express their political views, hold meetings, and establish parties within a national legal framework”, it strongly condemned the event for “hosting separatist figures involved in hostile acts”
Local outlets, including Suweida 24 and Al-Rased, reported that Azzam’s health rapidly deteriorated as she struggled to access chemotherapy and essential medications
The exclusion underscores the difficulty of aligning Damascus’ centralised policies with Suweida’s autonomy demands, as protests in the province continue to face violent crackdowns.
The Malas Brothers, known for their satirical and politically charged theater, had recently returned to Syria after years in exile.
Syria TV quotes sources saying that Russia is taking steps to “avoid attention” by conducting movements under cover of night.
The Ministry of Interior issued a statement on Facebook, describing the video as “painful” and condemning the act “in the strongest terms.”
A senior French diplomatic source told 963+ on Monday that negotiations between the SDF and Syria’s transitional government remain “active and under discussion” in Paris.
The head of the Damascus and Rural Damascus Chamber of Industry said the Chamber had contacted relevant ministries to push for reduced tariffs and seek a reciprocal agreement on customs exemptions.
Jordan will host a trilateral meeting on Tuesday bringing together Syrian, American, and Jordanian officials to discuss consolidating a ceasefire in Suweida province, southern Syria, and advancing a resolution to the crisis there.
Analysts say Israel’s strategic interest lies in maintaining Suweida as a buffer zone rather than absorbing it, Mohammad Al-Salloum argues
The declaration rejected the current constitutional framework as inadequate to the aspirations of the Syrian people for freedom and dignity.
The formation of the Supreme Legal Committee has sparked concerns about the emergence of parallel governance structures in Suweida, SANA notes.
The discussions addressed Israeli actions and statements, which Turkey views as a threat to Syria’s stability and regional security, Syria TV reports.
Despite efforts to integrate diverse rebel factions into a unified military structure, a report notes significant challenges, including defections, tribal conflicts, and difficulties in maintaining regular salary payments.
Shakeeb Ajud Nasr, a former head of the Political Security Branch in Tartus under the Assad regime, was appointed by Hijri as the head of internal security for Suweida province
2,069 civilians were killed in March.
Talal al-Hilali, Chairman of the Syrian Investment Authority, described the event as “more than a formal occasion,” calling it “a clear declaration that Syria is open for investment, committed to building a prosperous future, and ready to partner with trusted allies to write a new chapter of recovery and growth.”
Syria lies within one of the world’s most water-scarce regions, a reality now made worse by mismanagement and underinvestment, Syria TV writes.
The Syrian Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday that internal security forces in Tartus successfully thwarted an attempted terrorist attack on a Maronite church in the countryside of Safita
Syria, a country devastated by fourteen years of war and decades of authoritarianism under the Assads, today finds itself awash in a euphoric sense of victory, Zein Al-Ahmad argues in Daraj.
The draft also proposes expanding humanitarian and commercial exemptions to facilitate trade with Syria
If we fail to act now, Syria’s map will be redrawn in blood, not ink, Nabil al-Mulhem warns in an article published on the MENA Media Monitor.
The SNHR argues that the decree fails to establish a robust legal framework to prevent future abuses or ensure full restitution for victims.
Abdel Baset Abdel Latif, President of the National Commission for Transitional Justice, declared that the Commission had opened communication channels with Interpol and other international bodies in an effort to “pursue perpetrators from the Assad family and others proven to have committed crimes of torture and murder against the Syrian people.”
This initiative represents a pragmatic approach to transboundary water cooperation, offering a potential model for regional water diplomacy in the Middle East.
Adai was widely respected for his tireless documentation of human rights abuses, exposing violations committed by all factions in Deir ez-Zor since the outbreak of the Syrian revolution in 2011.
The new “regime”in Syria has destroyed what remained of the Syrian state’s institutions, Mansour al-Mansour argues.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz reaffirmed Turkey’s continued support for Syria’s institutional stability and inclusive governance.
His remarks follow renewed clashes around Manbij, after SDF forces launched rocket and artillery attacks on the village of Al-Kiyariyah in the Deir Hafer district of eastern Aleppo.
Bashir stated that the agreements include the development of four combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants, Ultra Syria writes.
Diyala, who held both British and Iraqi citizenship in addition to her Syrian nationality, was killed in her residence in the upscale Al-Malki neighbourhood of Damascus during what appears to have been an armed robbery.
A potential breakthrough may lie in Deir ez-Zor, where discussions are reportedly underway for a phased transfer of governance, Enab Baladi writes.
The events of the coast and Suweida further eroded U.S. confidence in the transitional government’s ability to uphold basic standards of accountability.
Salama’s ascent mirrors a recurring theme in conflict transitions—armed factions evolving into economic actors, al-Hal argues.
Shibani’s visit underscores a sensitive recalibration in Syria–Russia relations, Syria TV writes.
Syrian authorities have announced the arrest of Amer Jadie Al-Sheikh—described as the most dangerous drug trafficker in Syria and the wider region—in coordination with the Turkish government.
According to an investigation conducted by several media outlets, Mediterranean Airlines to a powerful Lebanese-Greek business dynasty with deep political connections, as well as to a drug trafficker and migrant smuggler.
While Saudi Arabia’s support—alongside contributions from other regional partners in economic, political, and security domains—is substantial, it alone cannot resolve Syria’s complex internal challenges, al-Modon writes.
Analysts view Damascus’ outreach as both pragmatic and strategic, Syria TV writes.
“Delaying justice will only perpetuate violence,” the report warns, urging immediate action to prevent further atrocities.
In a statement released via its official Telegram channel, the Ministry of Justice outlined its efforts to strengthen the judiciary as a cornerstone of Syria’s transitional phase
According to a source from the Syrian Ministry of Interior, cited by Syria TV, Labbad entered the Umayyad Mosque in a “psychologically unstable state” and exhibited “abnormal behaviour”. But his family says otherwise.
The Syrian Arab Republic has rejoined the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA), after more than a decade of isolation, Shaam writes.
An American researcher criticized U.S. policy for backing Sunni insurgents since 2011.
This visit represents the most significant development in ties between the new Syrian administration and Russia, the principal backer of ousted president Bashar al-Assad, Syria TV writes.
A new form of control emerged, cloaked in different titles and appearances, Daraj writes.
Mohammad al-Bashir confirmed that, beginning 2 August, Syria will receive 3.4 million cubic metres of Azerbaijani gas per day via Turkey, Baladi News writes.
The UNHCR has warned that insufficient funding threatens the sustainability of these returns.
In Damascus, Ridwan Khadra, a mobile phone shop owner in the Al-Midan neighbourhood, told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that his store was looted overnight, with thieves breaking the locks.
Abdi confirmed ongoing communication with Turkey, noting that discussions have been positive, particularly in maintaining a ceasefire, al-Modon writes.
The abduction of Alawite women in Syria’s coastal regions remains an urgent human rights crisis, Daraj writes.
US’ Dorothy Shea condemned recent atrocities in Suweida, stressing the importance of accountability to rebuild trust between the Syrian government and its diverse communities.
Amnesty International stated that in none of the documented cases has a perpetrator been arrested or charged
How can Sharaa restore public trust and avoid becoming just another entry in Syria’s long ledger of failed leadership?
Toward a Sustainable National Reconciliation within the Framework of the Syrian State
Despite calm on the military front, residents see little hope for immediate improvement, al-Hal writes.
A new report released by the Democratic Syria Assembly has shed light on the systematic use of tribal militias by Syria’s transitional authorities during the July 2025 assault on Suweida.
“As an Arab Sunni, I am horrified that what criminal hordes committed is being enshrined as something that represents me or my community morally”, Yassine Sweiha writes.
Transparency is more than a virtue—it is a structural mechanism that conditions institutions to act within legal and ethical bounds, Fadel AbdelGhani argues in Syria TV.
The Syrian delegation reaffirmed national principles, notably the unity of Syrian territory and rejection of all foreign military presence deemed illegal.
The Democratic Syria Assembly urged Syrian Arab Sunnis—the country’s largest demographic group—not to allow their name or presence to be co-opted into what it called “a project of extermination and exclusion.”
Beyond the horrific massacres in Suweida and the forced displacement of Bedouin families, the deepest and most enduring wound is the rupture of intercommunal bonds, Mustafa al-Dabbas writes in Al-Modon.
The meeting marks a historic first in the wake of rapidly shifting geopolitical dynamics in southern Syria—particularly the bloody events that have rocked the province of Suweida in recent weeks.
The SNHR does not document the deaths of armed combatants from groups operating outside state control if they were killed during combat.
An investigation exposes how Sharaa’s inner trio—Hazem, the Australian, and Zurba—took control of 80% of the financial empire once owned by Mohammad Hamsho and Yasar Ibrahim in exchange for legal immunity.
Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime on December 8, 2024, Ankara has been working to strengthen its relations with Syria’s new administration across all fields.
A high-level Saudi delegation arrived in Damascus on Wednesday to sign trade and investment agreements.
Saba Abdul Latif, a researcher at the Omran Center for Strategic Studies, told Syria TV that initial indications suggest the evacuation may be part of a broader, unofficial agreement that has so far reduced violence and facilitated the removal of vulnerable populations from conflict zones.
The signatories stated that the initiative seeks to “revive popular momentum following the fall of the Assad regime in December 2024 and redirect Syrian energies toward building a democratic civil state founded on citizenship and justice.”
The Syrian transitional authorities have demonstrated a deep disconnect from the foundational ideals of the revolution they claim to represent, Khaled Waleed Sarhan writes The Syrian Observer.
From Ibrahim Pasha to Shishakli and Bashar al-Assad, every leader who misread the mountain has paid dearly, Wael Sawah argues.
A bill by Representative Michael Lawler proposes extending the Caesar Act until a series of sectoral reviews of the Syrian government are completed, according to Syria TV.
The report names 265 suspects affiliated with the former regime and an additional 298 members of various military factions that participated in the counteroffensive.
Ahmed Haitham al-Dalati, head of Internal Security in Suweida, and Brigadier General Shaher Jabr Omran, head of Internal Security in Daraa, are accused of war crimes and grave human rights violations
The Syrian government announced on Sunday that the “International Exhibition for the Reconstruction of Syria” (Emaar) will be held from 29 October to 1 November.
According to SNHR, among the dead are 17 women, 11 children, 6 medical personnel, and 2 media workers
Suweida, once a refuge for those fleeing Assad’s army, is now a city drowning in corpses and screams, Daraj writes.
But Syria’s future—if it still has one—lies precisely in those “cute” values: empathy, justice, inclusion, restraint.
Erdoğan stated that Syria has regained control over Suweida and its surroundings, adding that “the Syrian people, across all their communities, have learned from past suffering and reject being drawn into these schemes.”
Sima Abed Rabbo is a prominent Syrian policy expert and civil society advocate, Ultra Syria writes.
Hazem al-Ghabra, former advisor at the U.S. State Department, stated that Washington is closely monitoring developments in Syria, according to Syria TV.
According to a statement from the Syrian presidency, the report was submitted in full by the independent committee tasked with uncovering and examining the incidents that occurred in early March in the coastal areas.
A humanitarian aid convoy entered the southern Syrian city of Suweida on Sunday.
Sharaa’s speech came hours after the Syrian government began withdrawing its military and security forces from Suweida.
The phone call marks a significant moment in Turkish-Syrian relations, particularly in the context of Turkey’s evolving role in post-Assad Syria.
Photos obtained by Syria TV from the scene reveal the extent of the destruction.
Manahil Al-Sahwi recounts the story of her uncle in Daraj.
The agreement, described as comprehensive, affirms Syria’s sovereignty over all of Suweida and calls for the restoration and reactivation of state institutions across the province, Syria TV writes.
Israeli platform i24 reported that Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa participated in at least one high-level meeting with Israeli officials in Baku.
Madaniya denounced what it described as the “deliberate and systematic assault” by Israeli forces on sovereign Syrian institutions.
Suweida’s already fragile healthcare system has come under severe strain, Enab Baladi writes.
Hijri inherited the title of Sheikh al-‘Aql, or chief Druze religious leader, under unusual circumstances following the death of his brother in a car accident
The new ban on Saudi and Egyptian trucks is likely to strain Damascus’s relations with both countries, Syria TV writes.
The Druze group Men of Dignity declared a state of emergency, accusing the government of abandoning its duty to protect civilians and calling for restraint and dialogue
The airstrike follows a spike in violence between Druze factions and Bedouin tribes in southern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Ministry of Defense deployed military reinforcements to the province, announcing its aim to establish “safe corridors for civilians” and swiftly end the violence
Amid ongoing violations of the constitutional declaration, the authority seeks to distract the public with proclamations of “achievements,” saturating public discourse with peripheral matters, Enab Baladi writes.
Dr. Razi Mohieddin, chairman of Rabitat Consulting, suggested that the announcement of a no-debt policy is more a reflection of Syria’s current isolation and sanctions than a deliberate strategic choice.
Gulf sources cited by KAN said that the United Arab Emirates has been actively mediating between Syria and Israel, with Saudi Arabia’s knowledge. But Damascus minimizes the level of diplomatic contacts.
A coalition of political parties and movements in northeast Syria has issued a joint statement denouncing recent remarks by U.S. Special Envoy to Syria, Thomas Barrack.
Despite severe logistical and meteorological challenges, Syrian firefighters managed to contain most of the blazes thanks to an unprecedented national mobilisation, Al-Hal writes.
According to the state-run Syrian Arab News Agency (SANA), the agreement was signed during a high-level ceremony in Damascus.
Two days after the controversy erupted, Jihad Abdo, director of the General Organization for Cinema, finally issued a public statement on his social media accounts. He expressed surprise at the decision and confirmed he was not notified through official channels.
EU envoy Unmacht expressed the Union’s readiness to scale up its assistance, 963 writes.
Prominent lawyer Michel Shammas called the decree “null and void,” asserting: “The constitutional declaration is clear: the president has no legislative authority.”
A report highlights the devastating legacy of the 2014 Sinjar massacre, when ISIS abducted thousands of Yazidi men, women, and children.
During the meeting, Syrian officials urged the SDF to halt what they described as “stalling tactics” and to show serious commitment to the March Agreement, according to Syria TV.
Shadi Martini has long been associated with Syrian businessman Ghassan Aboud, owner of Orient TV, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Sources revealed to al-Modon that the delegation’s visit came at the urging of the U.S.-led international coalition against ISIS, the main backer of the SDF.
The U.S. envoy discussed with the Syrian president the future structure of the Syrian state and the agreement with the AANES, according to Syria TV.
The fact-finding committee, established on 9 March 2025, is set to submit its report to the president following attacks in Latakia and Tartous governorates that left hundreds dead.
The shipment, which includes four containers with a total weight of 100 tons, will depart from the Port of Lattakia to the Port of New York.
In an article in Al-Araby al-Jadeed, Marwan Kabalan wonders at what cost would Israel agree to Syria’s conditions for normalization.
Despite official denials, Israeli and international media outlets continue to speculate about the existence of a quiet negotiation track between Syria and Israel, Shaam writes.
A new report by the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression (SCM) has documented sweeping human rights violations in Syria’s coastal region.
The fires have exposed systemic gaps in Syria’s environmental governance, Daraj writes.
While some of the detainees have since been released, the fate of others remains unknown, Sawt al-Asima writes.
The wildfires, primarily affecting the Lattakia governorate, have coincided with smaller blazes across various regions of the country, Ultra Syria writes.
In recent days, Israeli officials have dismissed the possibility that Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa would agree to any peace deal without a complete Israeli withdrawal from the occupied Golan Heights, Syria TV writes.
President Sharaa met with UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
The prospect of returning to Syria, now discussed more openly among some Syrian refugees in Germany after the regime’s fall, is not always framed as
Syria announced a series of successful security operations across several provinces, resulting in the arrest of numerous high-profile war criminals
This development is seen as a groundbreaking step in addressing the long-ignored file of Syria’s forcibly disappeared, Enab Baladi writes.
U.S. and Syrian sources confirmed that Washington has shared intelligence with Damascus regarding the renewed threat posed by ISIS, Syria TV writes.
Israeli media suggests the Golan issue may no longer be a red line in future negotiations.
This monument, contrary to claims by some attempting to justify its destruction, bears no allegiance to the “former regime,” Salam Kawakibi writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The SPCC noted that this disaster stems from a rapidly changing climate, with rising temperatures, prolonged droughts, and strong winds, Syria TV writes.
The recent appearance of Irfan Haidar, a former conscript in the Syrian army, in a video where he burns his government-issued reconciliation card, triggered a firestorm of online vitriol, Daraj writes.
Aleppo’s Directorate of Antiquities and Museums issued a statement claiming that the removal was part of a broader redevelopment plan for Saadallah al-Jabiri Squar
The so-called “settlement document” no longer serves as a tool for reconciliation or reintegration. Instead, it has morphed into a delayed death certificate, Daraj writes.
The Syrian government has officially denied the existence of any peace negotiations with Israel, asserting that such discussions are “premature” and contingent on specific conditions.
The New York Times reports that the Trump administration has lifted most U.S. sanctions on Syria as a goodwill gesture toward the country’s new president, Ahmad al-Sharaa
85 strategic bridges have been destroyed during the years of war, with 40 already repaired through previous projects, according to Shaam.
Experts warn that the crisis in Quneitra is not a seasonal anomaly but a symptom of deeper climate and water system changes across Syria, Shaam writes.
Minister Bashir said that technical committees had been established to review bilateral water agreements, including the Yarmouk Basin agreement between the two countries.
In the absence of elections, the regime has opted to fill the legislative vacuum by appointing members to the People’s Assembly, Rania Mustafa argues in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
OCHA said that contamination from unexploded ordnance “continues to have deadly consequences across Syria.”
Al-Modon reported that the arrest took place while Hassan was filming inside the Directorate of Water Resources in Quneitra.
In the absence of transparency and decisive action, the telecom sector—like much of Syria’s war economy—risks remaining a fiefdom of recycled elites, Daraj argues.
Trump’s decision marks one of the most dramatic shifts in U.S. Middle East policy.
Syria’s leadership appears focused on buying time and avoiding conflict with Israel while it addresses urgent internal priorities, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The announcement came one day after U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order formally ending the U.S. sanctions program on Syria, Syria TV writes.
In his address to the Security Council, Pedersen highlighted Syria’s growing exposure to terrorist threats and unresolved conflicts, al-Hal writes.
Critics argue that the decision is particularly harmful in a country with no reliable public transportation system, Syria TV writes.
The fragile understandings between the Syrian government and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) are facing renewed uncertainty, as Damascus abandons its earlier conciliatory tone in
The investigation, based on field testimonies, satellite imagery, and internal communications, points to a chain of command that runs through the Ministry of Defense, with particular focus on its spokesperson, Hassan Abdel Ghani.
Minister Mustafa described the project as “a promising strategic endeavor,” calling it Syria’s first fully integrated media, film, and tourism production city.
The complaint, brought by human rights advocate Imadeddin Al-Muntasser, claims that the defendants misused their political visibility and past affiliations with the Syrian opposition to lure investments into what he describes as fake ventures.
For many, returning to Syria was not a homecoming, but the beginning of a new estrangement, Hamdan Al-Ukla writes in Syria TV.
The authorities bear responsibility for failing to prevent the tragedy and for their poor handling of its aftermath, according to Daraj.
The Syrian Ministry of Information has firmly denied widespread media reports claiming that President Ahmad al-Sharaa survived an assassination attempt during a recent visit to the southern province of Daraa.
While momentum toward normalization between Syria and Israel appears real, 963 media writes.
While the Biden and Trump administrations issued limited sanctions waivers and Treasury licenses in the wake of Syria’s transition, the Omar-Luna bill marks the first legislative attempt to permanently repeal the underlying authorities.
The report reveals that thousands of forcibly disappeared individuals have died in detention centres operated by the Syrian regime.
Throughout the conflict, Syrians followed developments on both fronts with equal intensity, Abdul Monem Halabi writes for Syria TV.
Legal experts argue that the current nationality law violates Syria’s own constitutional principles as well as its international commitments, Syria TV writes.
The bombing has deeply unsettled Syria’s religious minorities, long vulnerable throughout the years of conflict, al-Hal writes.
In an official statement, the SDF Media Center said that relevant security agencies had conducted a thorough review of camp records and found no unregistered departures from the camp, according to +963.
The bombing—and the government’s tepid response—not only exposed the growing threat of sectarian terrorism but also revealed the extent of Syria’s internal fracture.
Though the exact execution roadmap has yet to be detailed, informed sources say priority will be given to areas with the most extensive damage—particularly the governorates of Rural Damascus, Homs, and Aleppo.
The authorities still insist on treating the Brotherhood as a party subject to activity prohibition until political life is restored one day, Hussam Jazmati argues for Al-Jumhuriya.
Investigative journalist Ibrahim Al-Jabin revealed that a 27-page intelligence report was submitted to Syrian authorities back in March by a European-based Syrian data analyst.
Major General Mowaffaq Nazeer Haidar’s arrest follows a recent wave of detentions targeting former regime figures, according to al-Modon.
High-level prosecutions play a pivotal role in the transitional justice process, often producing what theorists call a “demonstrative effect”—offering public proof that the new order respects legal norms, Fadel Abdul Ghani writes for Syria TV.
Some analysts see the timing of the decree as part of an effort to reshape the political landscape rather than a genuine response to reform demands, according to Ultra Syria.
Barniyeh explained that the initiative seeks to modernise Syria’s public banks, improve their services, enhance their competitiveness, and strengthen their role in national development, 963 writes.
Shaar described the two decrees issued on Sunday by President Ahmed al-Shara as “a crucial step at this sensitive juncture,” noting their economic, social, and humanitarian significance.
Wasim al-Assad, widely regarded as a central financier of the Syrian regime and its affiliated militias, stands accused of playing a pivotal role in the
Syria’s Christians do not need pity. They need laws that protect all citizens equally, Abdulnasir Alkadri writes in Syria TV.
Fontani reaffirmed UNESCO’s commitment to supporting joint efforts to assess damage and rehabilitate schools, SANA says.
As Syrians grieve the loss of life and brace for possible aftershocks, the attack on Mar Elias Church stands as a grim reminder: terrorism remains a threat, not only to lives, but to the fragile fabric of Syria’s post-war recovery.
In an op-ed for Syria TV, Malek al-Hafez asks whether institutional balance be achieved if the executive stands above scrutiny while the legislature is subordinate by both design and function.
Husariya said the bank considers the decision “a significant step that supports Syria’s economic recovery and expands prospects for international cooperation.”
The decree also raises the national minimum wage to 750,000 Syrian pounds per month, Shaam writes.
For many Syrians, Wassim’s name is synonymous with a particular strain of corruption: theatrical, unapologetic, and drenched in violence.
With Damascus having largely avoided large-scale terrorist incidents since the height of the war, the bombing signals a dangerous resurgence of unchecked militancy, SOHR argues.
The move is widely seen as a strong indication that the country’s new administration is making headway in ending Syria’s economic and financial isolation, al-Hal writes.
The Damascus Governorate issued a detailed statement Thursday morning clarifying the nature of the Qasioun redevelopment project and providing specifics about the work carried out over the past two months, Syria TV writes.
Despite official reassurances regarding the inclusivity and legitimacy of the electoral process, the commission’s statements sparked critical reactions and raised numerous questions among political and civil society actors
Shaheen underscored the importance of sustained diplomatic engagement, expressing her readiness to work closely with U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barak, according to 963.
Following Assad’s ouster, the transitional authorities have intensified efforts to dismantle captagon networks. But the infrastructure of the Captagon trade remains alarmingly resilient, Ultra Syria writes.
Daas Hassan Ali’s name remains deeply etched in the memory of residents of Deir-ez-Zor, Shaam writes.
The economic and security pressures on this group have worsened over recent months, al-Modon writes.
Minister Shaar described the reform as a “strong push to enhance the investment climate and reinvigorate economic activity,” Shaam writes.
For several days, Israeli forces have been pushing deeper into Syrian territory near Quneitra, triggering fears among local residents, al-Hal writes.
Judge Koller condemned the defendant’s actions as “serious human rights violations” and underlined that the ruling sends a clear message: “the victims’ suffering has not been forgotten.”
Debate has emerged over President Sharaa’s constitutional authority to appoint one-third of the new parliament, al-Modon writes.
Emphasised that rebuilding Syria’s army is not simply an administrative or tactical endeavour, it is a national project, experts argue.
The risk for Syria lies not only in absorbing foreign fighters into official institutions but also in adopting their ideological worldview—one that dismisses modern concepts of statehood, Malek al-Ahmad writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The resumption follows Dan Air’s receipt of operational approval from Romania’s Transport Ministry in March and subsequent clearance from Syrian authorities in April.
Betting on warlords may provide short-term stability, but it undermines Syria’s fragile social fabric, Shilan Sheikh Musa writes in Al-Hal.
UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen offered a cautious welcome to the formation of the electoral committee but refrained from endorsing the structure of the process itself, Syria TV notes.
While rumours of conscription’s return continue to circulate, there is little evidence suggesting that Syria is abandoning its new military trajectory, 963 writes.
ISIS has ramped up its operations, targeting territories held by both the SDF and the transitional government, Ultra Syria writes.
Videos have circulated of Syrians lounging on balconies or in cafés, sipping coffee and smoking shisha, watching missiles arc across the sky, al-Modon reports.
The fall of the regime has spurred political and social realignment across Syrian expatriate communities, especially among Alawites, Daraj writes.
The Assembly will comprise 150 members, distributed across Syria’s provinces in proportion to their populations, according to Syria TV
The ministry described the operation as a flagrant violation of Syrian sovereignty and international law, Syria TV writes.
This economic outreach comes amid an expanding Emirati footprint in Syria’s port infrastructure, 963 writes.
With the regime’s fall still fresh, a digital war has erupted across social media platforms, Hanadi Al-Khatib argues in Ultra Syria.
Despite concerns about Sharaa’s background, Israeli officials now describe him as pragmatic and independent of Ankara, according to Axios.
In a statement to The New York Times, Saqr denied any role in wartime atrocities, including the 2013 Tadamon massacre.
Taxation is not merely a tool for revenue collection; in a post-conflict context, it becomes a cornerstone of the emerging relationship between state and citizen, Abdul Moneim Halabi writes in Syria TV
Shibani’s presence at the Oslo Peace Forum, alongside key Arab and international diplomats, marks a significant step in Syria’s re-entry into the global diplomatic fold, SANA writes.
Barrack, who met twice with Sharaa in recent weeks, including during President Donald Trump’s landmark visit to Riyadh, underscored the fragility of Syria’s transition.
Though a National Commission for Transitional Justice has been established, the dissonance between its mandate and the actions of parallel bodies raises questions about the government’s sincerity
Sharaa’s perceived moderation and Syria’s strategic importance—especially its proximity to Israel, its Kurdish population, and its history with Iran—make it a higher Western priority.
As this pivotal chapter in Syria’s history unfolds, evidenced by the international community’s positive engagement with the current leadership, many Syrians are calling on the government not to rely solely on external gains.
Hassan Soufan, member of the High Committee for Civil Peace, affirmed that the state remains committed to pursuing individuals implicated in serious crimes, al-Hal writes.
Export support is critical for improving the competitiveness of domestic agricultural products, according to al-Hurriya.
The transitional government inherited, as economist Mohib Saleha of the Arab International University puts it to 963 media, “a shattered economy plagued by hyperinflation, stagnant growth, exorbitant energy and transportation costs, low wages, currency depreciation, and widespread supply bottlenecks.”
The families of victims expressed deep frustration over the public rehabilitation of a figure still under accusation, describing the event as an “insult to the blood of the martyrs” and a signal that war criminals could enjoy impunity, Shaam writes.
The President’s religious adviser took part in a committee interviewing candidates for senior government posts, including the presidency of Damascus University, Syria TV writes.
Syria’s Ministry of Finance announced on Friday the formation of a Tax Reform Committee tasked with reviewing the country’s current taxation system and drafting a new framework.
Highlighting the reopening of the Al-Arida border crossing with Lebanon, Alloush stated that it has recorded over 20,000 entries and exits since its resumption, according to Ultra Syria.
The council also directed a strong message to public officials and policymakers, urging them to take responsibility for holding criminals accountable and restoring rights to victims, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Political researcher Sarkis Qassarjian sees U.S. policy in Syria as part of a wider effort to deconflict regional rivalries and create space for long-term economic projects, Ultra Syria writes.
In the uneasy interstice between war and peace, Syria grapples with a question striking at the heart of national sovereignty, social cohesion, and institutional legitimacy:
The Dutch government’s report does not offer policy recommendations but presents a clear-eyed assessment of Syria’s volatile new reality
The U.S. State Department reiterated its ongoing support for the Syrian transitional government, emphasizing the need for transparency in its decision-making process.
As Syria navigates the turbulent aftermath of more than a decade of war, a contentious question has returned to the national spotlight: Could privatization offer
Syria had previously been under a full travel ban during Trump’s first term in office.
Authorities imposed an immediate curfew on the towns of Daliyah and Beit Ana.
U.S. Special Envoy for Syria Thomas Barak confirmed to the agency that Washington had reached a “verbal understanding” with the Syrian transitional government regarding the plan
This is Barrack’s second major appearance in the region, following what was described as a “historic” trip to Damascus earlier this year, Syria TV writes.
Syria, once a breadbasket of the region, now faces one of its worst agricultural crises in decades. A devastating drought has gripped nearly every major
“Syria has never been, and will never be, a threat to any party in the region,” the foreign ministry emphasized, according to North Press.
The Turkish announcement comes amid reports that Syria’s transitional government has launched an ambitious plan to build a unified national army, Ultra Syria writes.
Shibani reaffirmed Syria’s unwavering commitment to national sovereignty, territorial unity, and non-interference in internal affairs, SANA reports.
The transitional government carries a national responsibility to ensure inclusive governance, particularly through the integration of the Druze community at all levels, Fadel Abdul Ghany writes for Ultra Syria.
The visit is anticipated to include a series of official engagements, with the UN address serving as the centrepiece, Syria TV writes.
Ahmad al-Sharaa’s administration may have succeeded the Assad regime, but it has yet to dismantle the political architecture of fear, fragmentation and mistrust that it inherited
The drawdown follows an earlier announcement by the U.S. Department of Defense on 18 April, in which Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell confirmed plans to reduce American troop numbers in Syria, Enab Baladi writes.
While the transitional Syrian government has taken steps to contain and restrict the movements of foreign combatants, the issue has proven deeply complex, al-Hal writes.
Barak praised the evolving cooperation between the United States and Turkey on Syria, according to Syria TV.
Western policy towards Syria’s new regime blends incentives with discipline—a “diplomacy of conditionalities.”
The SNHR said that the persistence of civilian deaths, even in the post-Assad phase, underscores the fragility of Syria’s transition.
Basel Asaad, Executive Director of the Damascus Securities Exchange, called the reopening a “historic day for Syria”, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa arrived Sunday at Bayan Palace in Kuwait City, where he was received with official honours by His Highness Sheikh Mishal Al-Ahmad
According to the joint statement, this financial assistance stems from a desire to “support Syria’s stability,” “alleviate humanitarian suffering,” and “serve the interests of the Syrian people”—all framed as part of the historic and fraternal ties between the three nations.
Respondents attributed their reluctance primarily to the lack of suitable housing and the ongoing deterioration of security and economic conditions within Syria, al-Modon writes.
Observers note that sanctions, though burdensome, were never the sole obstacle to Syria’s development, Syria TV writes.
Sharaa revealed that the Investment Law, discussed around ten days ago, has now been finalised with the necessary amendments and is awaiting formal approval before issuance in the near future, 963 writes.
Barrack’s language reveals much about how America wants to be understood. In diplomacy—as in literature—meaning lies not only in what is said but in how the message is structured.
Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yılmaz has described the recent visit of Syrian Transitional President Ahmad al-Sharaa to Turkey as a “significant turning point” in the bilateral relationship.
SANA described the event as a “practical indicator of a new phase” in Syrian-American relations, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
The agreement, signed on Thursday by the Ministry of Energy, will see the development of four combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plants in the provinces of Deir ez-Zor, Hama (Mhardeh and Zeizoun), and Homs (Tirfawi), 963 writes.
Syria does not need reckless modernisation, but a modernity that respects heritage, Fares Al-Dhahabi writes in Syria TV
Syrian lawyer and human rights advocate Anwar al-Bunni, head of the Syrian Center for Legal Studies and Research, celebrated the verdict, Al-Hal writes.
The closure of the Polisario office is part of a broader effort to restore diplomatic ties between Syria and Morocco, Enab Baladi writes.
This development comes amid a broader campaign by Syria’s Drug Enforcement Administration, which continues to announce significant narcotics seizures across multiple provinces, al-Modon writes.
Sanctions played a decisive role in the collapse of the Assad regime, Ernest Khoury, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Residents of the Al-Areen complex today include Ministry of Defense personnel, civil servants, and displaced families, Syria TV.
“For now, this is about coexistence, not normalization,” one source involved in the talks said.
President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s visit to Bahrain on May 10 marked a significant milestone in Syrian-Gulf relations, Enab Baladi writes.
A delegation from the AANES is expected to travel to Damascus soon to continue talks with the central government, al-Hal writes.
Hafez al-Assad won by ensuring that his logic of domination, fear, and tribal loyalty would outlive him, Shukri Rayan writes in Daraj.
Some Russian analysts suggest the attack may have been aimed not at Moscow, but at Syria’s new president, Syria TV writes.
A Kurdish source also criticized the persistence of centralized thinking in the Syrian state.
The al-Hol agreement signals a new phase of coordination between the Autonomous Administration, the Syrian state, and international stakeholders, Enab Baladi writes.
Saraya Ansar al-Sunna first made headlines after a massacre in the village of Arzeh, Hama province, in February, where at least fifteen civilians were killed.
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Imad Naami, Deputy Director of the Public Drinking Water Establishment in Damascus and its Countryside, told Ultra Syria that emergency responses have included increased reliance on groundwater wells, stricter oversight of consumption, and community outreach in collaboration with various ministries.
The meeting, which brought together top officials from both governments, was held away from the media spotlight, al-Hal writes.
While London has avoided presenting itself as an official sponsor of Syria’s transitional authorities, its fingerprints are increasingly visible, Malek Hafez argues.
While recognizing Trump’s move as a step in the right direction, Hof emphasized to al-Majalla the enormity of the task ahead: rebuilding a country devastated by over a decade of war, and reconstituting its political and economic institutions under international scrutiny.
The renewed U.S. diplomatic engagement in Syria follows a series of rapid developments, Syria TV writes.
Erdoğan explained, in statements made aboard his plane during his return from a visit to Hungary, that lifting sanctions on Syria “demonstrates how constructive Turkish diplomacy yields results.”
President Sharaa issued a direct invitation to international and regional investors to enter the Syrian market and participate in reconstruction, heralding a phase of broad economic openness, al-Modon writes.
Druze representatives, including spiritual leader Hikmat al-Hijri, reaffirmed their commitment to national unity, rejecting secessionist rhetoric and calling for strengthened security along the Suweida-Damascus highway, Enab Baladi reports.
Turkey’s message to Damascus is clear: it supports Syrian reunification, so long as Kurdish military autonomy is eliminated, al-Hal writes.
The coordinated training efforts reflect a growing regional investment in stabilising Syria’s fragile transitional government, al-Hal writes.
“The energy sector was once the backbone of the Syrian economy,” economic expert Dr Ziad Arbash told al-Hurriya.
Ford reflected on what America can still offer: not troops, but training.
The British government spokesperson added that the UK remains in regular contact with the Syrian transitional government, according to Enab Baladi.
A significant portion of the now-lifted sanctions had affected key sectors such as infrastructure, transportation, oil and gas, and humanitarian financing
Prominent Syrian human rights advocates have underscored the urgency of a comprehensive, impartial mechanism to address Syria’s widespread abuses.
Robert Ford, who served as the U.S. Ambassador to Syria from 2011 to 2014, recently recounted two private conversations with Ahmad al-Sharaa during visits to Idlib in 2023—prior to the collapse of the Assad regime.
International recognition—from Washington’s overtures to France’s diplomatic engagement—serves as a crucial tool to shape internal dynamics, Wael al-Sawwah argues.
In Lebanon, the decision opens long-blocked channels for energy and trade, 963 writes.
ISIS’s appeal is unlikely to resonate with most foreign fighters, Manhal Barish writes in al-Quds al-Araby,
As the transitional government in Damascus, led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa, seeks to reestablish the country’s sovereignty and legitimacy, a critical window has opened for Syria to move from isolation to engagement.
Syria’s Minister of Health, Dr. Musab al-Ali, joined delegates from WHO member states in a symbolic development, Syria TV writes.
The National Commission for Transitional Justice, according to Decree No. 20, is tasked with investigating grave human rights violations committed under the former regime, coordinating with relevant authorities to ensure accountability, and laying the foundation for national reconciliation.
Whether Fallouh will moderate his tone or continue serving as a mouthpiece for Assad-era narratives remains to be seen, al-Masdar writes.
Khazzam emphasized that no sustainable increase in the supply of U.S. dollars has occurred to justify the currency’s rapid fall
The transitional authority in Syria is trying to avoid adressing urgent demands—yet ends up crashing into reality instead, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The Ministry of Higher Education has issued a directive banning the circulation of content that promotes sectarianism, racism, or incitement to hatred.
Rubio’s remarks came just hours ahead of his scheduled meeting in Antalya with Syria’s interim Foreign Minister, Asaad Shibani.
Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Austria have reportedly drafted a joint memorandum calling for the lifting of restrictions on the Central Bank of Syria and other financial institutions, Enab Baladi says,
The Sharaa-Trump encounter was far more than a ceremonial handshake, Syria TV writes.
In a nationally televised address, Sharaa described the recent lifting of international sanctions as a “historic turning point.
This was the first meeting between a U.S. and Syrian president in 25 years.
While the transitional government led by President Ahmad al-Sharaa pledges reform and unity, many senior military officials have direct links to past violations.
Central Bank Governor Abdelkader Housriyeh described the sanctions relief as critical for restoring monetary stability. “This is not just an economic shift—it is a psychological one,” he said.
Damascus is known for its tolerance, but fears persist that the new leadership has Salafist leanings, Lina Sinjab argues in Daraj.
While the lifting of sanctions marks a dramatic breakthrough, the road ahead remains fraught.
The crisis has already begun to affect daily life. In neighborhoods like Qudsaya and Barzeh, residents report long hours of water outage, Syria TV reports.
What makes this moment unique is not just the shifting tone in Washington, but the rare convergence of interests across political lines.
Abu Hatam Shaqra remains on the U.S. terrorism watchlist for alleged involvement in kidnapping, torture, and extrajudicial killings
A report by the Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR) previously identified these asset seizures as one of the regime’s primary methods of collective punishment and financial expropriation.
Speaking at a press conference in Jerusalem, Sa’ar stated, “We want good relations. We want stability. Of course, we have security concerns—and that’s understandable”.
As Syria steps hesitantly into its post-Assad chapter, the country finds itself standing on a perilous threshold.
Shibani confirmed that Syria is actively implementing an agreement with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces to reintegrate northeastern regions under central government authority.
Haaretz described the visit as “unannounced and conducted in complete secrecy,” adding that the meetings lasted several days and addressed undisclosed issues.
A 2024 World Bank report estimated Syria’s Captagon economy at up to $5.6 billion annually
Founded in Moscow, the party reportedly aims to pave the way for the creation of an autonomous coastal region under the nominal authority of Damascus.
Journalist Malek al-Hafez, in his powerful essay “Syrians in the Trap of Hatred”, paints a sobering portrait of Syria’s current digital environment.
Hakan Fidan reaffirmed Turkey’s strong support for Syria’s territorial integrity
Some students from Suweida are exiting the university housing compound in Damascus following sectarian clashes, according to Enab Baladi.
French-based Syrian legal expert Moatasem al-Kilani told the president national reconciliation “cannot be built on slogans, but on recognition, fairness, and restoring trust.”
During Sharaa’s visit to the Élysée Palace in Paris on Wednesday, Macron criticized Israeli actions in Syria as “unacceptable”.
Azerbaijan’s approach mirrors broader trends in global energy diplomacy, akin to China’s engagement in Africa or Russia’s energy-based influence in Libya, Syria TV writes.
To shield itself from Israel, Syria has to remove the very vulnerabilities iit exploits—sectarian divisions, weak institutions, and a fractured social contract, Marwan Kabalan writes.
Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated hours before Sharaa’s arrival that Paris “will not issue a blank cheque,” stressing the need for accountability, justice, and structural reform.
UAE-facilitated dialogue could represent a tentative first step toward deconfliction or even longer-term security arrangements, al-Modon writes.
Ahmad al-Sharaa appointed a relative “surrounded by controversy” as governor of Damascus, according to al-Hal.
Lebanon is renewing pressure on Syria to resolve the long-standing issue of hundreds of Lebanese citizens who disappeared in Syrian custody during the Assad era, Shaam writes.
“Assad’s rule left generations angry and divided. Now, with no real reconciliation, even small sparks ignite violence”, says social counselor Zaid Abu Amin.
According to the French presidency, Macron will “reaffirm France’s support for the construction of a new Syria – a free, stable, and sovereign state that respects all components of Syrian society.”
When Syria signed its biggest investment deal in years, it wasn’t just about containers and cranes—it was a message to Turkey, Europe, and the world.
Shibani’s speech at the UN focused on one key theme: lifting sanctions as a prerequisite for Syrian stability.
The Interior Ministry announced that security forces had launched an immediate investigation, identifying and arresting the individuals seen in the video, according to Enab Baladi.
According to Israel’s Channel N12, citing the Turkish opposition outlet Sozcu, Turkish F-16s conducted reconnaissance flights in the same area where Israeli jets were operating and issued “warning messages” via electronic warfare systems, al-Modon writes.
Ahmad al-Sharaa is facing increasing calls for bold but stabilising steps
What unfolded in Ashrafiyet Sahnaya is the inevitable outcome of a political order that refuses reform and treats pluralism as a threat rather than a strength
Foreign Minister Shibani stressed in New York that the crisis only underscores the need for a political solution grounded in sovereignty and internal consensus.
The contract is valued at €230 million, approximately $260 million, according to +963.
France has actively mediated between the SDF and the KNC to bridge longstanding divisions and promote a unified Kurdish stance in Syria.
“We advocate for meaningful participation in building a democratic, federal state that safeguards our dignity”, the druze leader said.
The Minister of Education, despite his Kurdish background, has not publicly addressed the long-standing Kurdish demand for mother-tongue education, Daraj writes.
Tuesday evening, an agreement was found between the government and local druze leaders.
German Interior Minister Nancy Faeser clarified that the agreement does not yet include concrete plans or a set timeline for deportations, noting that conditions in Syria remain “unpredictable and volatile,” despite Damascus’s control over large parts of the country.
Makhlouf’s remarks about mobilizing 150,000 fighters and appealing to Russia for intervention were met with widespread ridicule among Syrians, al-Hal writes.
Syria, battered by civil war, sanctions, political ruin, and sectarian fragmentation, bears no resemblance to the Singaporean model, Rustam Mahmoud writes for 963 Media.
Despite refusing to join the Abraham Accords, Damascus affirmed its commitment to building a Syria that does not seek to threaten any other party, Syria TV says.
Newly surfaced images depict the grave as empty, with Assad’s remains having been removed and transferred to an unknown site
The cost of an immediate passport inside Syria currently stands at 2,010,700 Syrian pounds (approximately $200), Enab Baladi writes.
The Qamishli Kurdish Conference of April 2025 marked a historic moment, not only for Syria’s Kurds but for the country’s broader journey toward rebuilding a viable, pluralistic state.
Authorities confirmed that Abbas has been formally referred to the judiciary—a move welcomed by human rights advocates as a significant first step toward holding perpetrators of war crimes and grave violations accountable.
It remains unclear whether Washington has formally responded to the Syrian communication.
Representing the Syrian Arab Republic, Hind Kabawat, Minister of Social Affairs and Labour, traveled to Rome to participate in the funeral rites, Shaam writes.
Shibani’s remarks acknowledged, at least superficially, Washington’s core demands: dismantling the remnants of Syria’s chemical weapons program and confronting terrorist groups, Enab Baladi writes.
Voices once silenced under Assad now rise without fear, openly criticizing the new administration, Abdel Qader al-Manla writes for Syria TV.
Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs welcomed the UK’s decision, calling on international partners to lift all remaining sanctions that are hindering the country’s recovery.
The new interim government is placing its economic recovery in the hands of three seasoned technocrats: Nidal al-Shaar, Mohammad Yusr Barnieh, and Badr Yaarub.
The visit has been arranged through direct coordination between Druze religious authorities in Syria and their counterparts in Israel, Shaam reports.
Barzani and Abdi emphasized the importance of Kurdish participation—as well as that of all Syrian communities—in shaping the country’s future governance.
Sharaa also voiced concerns over Iranian efforts to destabilize Syria.
When sanctions restrict the government’s financial and monetary functions and choke off investment essential to job creation and reconstruction, they undermine the very foundations of peacebuilding, Samira Al-Masalmeh argues in Al-Modon.
The two foreign ministers agreed to form a Supreme Coordination Council tasked with overseeing cooperation across key sectors.
In an interview with The New York Times, Sharaa made a direct appeal to the international community for financial aid, military support, and the lifting of sanctions, describing Syria’s stability as a global concern.
The timing of the arrests—less than two days after a visit by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas to Damascus—has fueled speculation about political motives.
SDF leader Mazloum Abdi confirmed the date in a post on X, calling Kurdish unity “a national necessity for resolving the Kurdish question in Syria.”
Turkey will take a leading role in Syria’s reconstruction, backed by Gulf financing, researcher and policy expert Salam Kawakibi told 963 media.
The French-Alawite Collective submitted a lawsuit to the Paris Public Prosecutor accusing Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa and members of his transitional government of genocide and ethnic cleansing against Alawite civilians in Syria’s coastal regions.
Suleiman al-Tinawi reportedly coordinated with the Lebanese Hezbollah and other sectarian militias operating in Syria, al-Modon writes.
With 188 total participants in a poll conducted by Wael Sawah, Ayman Asfari emerged as the clear front-runner, securing 118 votes—over 62% of the total.
Statement to Public Opinion Signed by a Group of Syrian Writers, Academics, and Public Figures
Despite ongoing engagement, the United States maintains an ambiguous stance towards Syria’s new leadership, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The Kurdish leader underscored the importance of recognising the Kurds as a fundamental component of the country, along with the rights to mother-tongue education, political participation, and the protection of women’s rights
The visit comes amid reports, including from Politico, that the U.S. State Department and Treasury are considering easing long-standing sanctions on Syria
Through this participation, Damascus aims to reassert its presence within international financial institutions and explore opportunities for economic cooperation with potential partners.
While the document covers wide-ranging security issues, it notably omits concrete demands for the establishment of a transitional government, constitutional reform, or implementation of transitional justice.
Although the Presidential Office issued a statement clarifying that Jamal al-Sharqa holds no official position within the state and that his presence was strictly personal, the announcement failed to stem the wave of criticism.
Sharaa is seen as a stabilising figure in a chaotic transition, someone who filled the post-Assad vacuum when no other credible authority could
Price declines offer temporary relief, yet poverty and wage disparities deepen amid fragmented governance
The minister noted that the pace of voluntary returns has significantly accelerated following the regime’s downfall on 8 December 2024.
The meeting reflected a shared willingness by both Damascus and Erbil to recalibrate their bilateral relations and open direct lines of communication, 963 writes.
Mohammed Afif Nayfeh was a civil servant in Damascus Municipality prior to the outbreak of the Syrian revolution in 2011. His life was upended when security officers arrived at his office and ordered him to join a civilian team tasked with burying victims.
The list of U.S. demands calls for Damascus to issue a formal public statement banning all Palestinian political factions and activities on Syrian soil.
According to a statement issued by the Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the talks focused on “broadening the scope of cooperation and joint efforts through optimal mechanisms to achieve comprehensive justice for the victims of past-era crimes.”
Japan Pledged an Additional €3 Million to Syria Recovery Trust Fund, Syria TV writes.
Lebanon’s ministerial committee on Syrian refugees announced the government’s readiness to develop a comprehensive plan—jointly with Syrian authorities and international organisations—for the safe, voluntary, and dignified return of Syrian refugees to their country.
In the absence of a clearly defined Syria policy, two competing currents have emerged within the US administration, united only in their satisfaction over the fall of the Assad regime, Marwan Qabalan writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The General Security Directorate in Lattakia apprehended Brigadier General Salem Daghistani, the former head of investigations at the notorious Air Intelligence Directorate, Enab Baladi reports.
Shops in many Syrian cities are now largely deserted, as both traders and consumers adopt a wait-and-see approach, al-Hal writes.
Sheikh Tamim remains the only Arab leader to have visited Syria following the fall of former President Bashar al-Assad’s regime.
From a legal perspective, the documented violations meet criteria defined in the Fourth Geneva Convention (1949) and the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.
On Tuesday, two brothers—Ali Hassan Ajaj and Moawiya Ajaj—were shot dead by unidentified gunmen in the town of Muzayrib, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The UNHCR estimates that 16.7 million people—roughly 90% of Syria’s population—still require some form of humanitarian aid. Additionally, more than 7.4 million people remain internally displaced.
A new investigative report has uncovered the inner workings of Syria’s notorious Branch 251 (Al-Khatib), exposing a hidden economy built on surveillance, corruption, and confiscated foreign currency.
A statement from the Lebanese Prime Minister’s media office confirmed that Salam’s visit aims to reorganize bilateral relations following recent political shifts in Syria.
The Ministry of Justice has set Monday as the final deadline for defected judges to apply for reinstatement. Applicants must undergo a rigorous vetting process, including a formal pledge of political neutrality, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A forensic analysis conducted by SMEX reveals that the app suffers from serious technical and legal shortcomings.
The fate of these individuals divides Syrian society. One camp—led by the current Damascus authorities—sees it as a betrayal to expel those who fought and suffered alongside Syrians. Yet, many reject this sympathetic view.
The move comes after World Bank President David Malpass confirmed in remarks during a G20 meeting in April that the international financial institution is discussing debt restructuring for a number of troubled countries, including Syria
A panel discussion on Syria, held Saturday at the Antalya Diplomatic Forum in Turkey, proceeded without a single Syrian speaker—a conspicuous omission that drew immediate questions from the audience and sparked criticism over representation.
The study stresses that real reintegration cannot occur without a broader transformation
Speaking at the fourth Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Turkey, Pedersen emphasised the urgent need to end economic sanctions, according to al-Hurriya.
In recent days, the area around the Teishrin Dam has experienced a marked calm following months of deadly confrontations, North Press reports.
A senior U.S. official familiar with the matter told The Hill that there had been “significant internal debate within the administration” over whether to demand the closure of Russia’s military base in Syria
The decision comes after the killing of a pro-government commander and mounting tensions in southern Syria
93 of these arrests were made by the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to the SNHR.
Kabawat dismissed the continued political focus on minority status as unproductive, stating, “We are all equal citizens, with equal rights and responsibilities. If we are to build a new Syria, we must speak the language of citizenship—nothing else.”
This is not the Syria that was imagined by those who rose up in 2011, nor is it a Syria worthy of their sacrifices, Daraj argues.
Echoing long-standing demands of the Syrian opposition, Asfari reiterated that the country’s recovery hinges on the establishment of a democratic state based on citizenship, separation of powers, and full political inclusion.
Economists warn that without U.S. action to ease sanctions, even the most generous aid pledges will fall short, North Press writes.
The latest Israeli operation suggests a significant shift in the scope and depth of military incursions into southern Syria, Shaam writes.
Samer Foz rose to prominence during the years of war and sanctions, becoming a central player in the regime’s shadow economy, Sawt al-Asima writes.
Maher al-Sharaa is married to Tatiana Zakirova, a Russian national who also holds Syrian citizenship
Despite the fall of Assad, power remains concentrated in the hands of a select few factions.
Ghalioun stressed the urgency of initiating a bottom-up democratic transition—beginning with free local elections and democratic trade unions, Syria TV says.
One woman’s testimony from Syria’s fragile transition—between dreams of justice and the fear of erasure. By an anonymous judge. Documented by Nowara Mahfoud for Daraj.
A comprehensive review of Syrian diplomatic missions abroad is currently underway, Syria TV writes.
President Sharaa’s foreign visits carry extraordinary weight, al-Hurriya writes.
Millions of Syrians are now struggling to secure their most basic nutritional needs as living conditions continue to deteriorate, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Amnesty urges Syria’s interim authorities to uphold justice, protect minorities, and prevent a return to cycles of atrocity
No serious political vision has emerged to bury the legacy of the Assad regime, Mohammad Hallak al-Jarf argues for Syria TV.
Drawing inspiration from the Prophet Muhammad’s sermon after the conquest of Mecca, Afraa Jalabi quotes his historic declaration of a new era in which all pre-Islamic violence, discrimination, and tribal vengeance were abolished.
In Syria, federalism may be a fact before it becomes a choice. In Lebanon, it is a choice haunted by history and loaded with unresolved fears, Daraj writes.
Observers believe the timing and scope of the Israeli operations are strategic, reflecting growing Israeli concerns about renewed Iranian entrenchment and Hezbollah activity near the Israeli-Syrian border
Symbolic violence against Alawites became a vessel for collective psychological release, Daraj argues.
Similar condemnations were issued by Egypt, Jordan, and Hamas.
Regarding the U.S. military presence in Syria, the State Department affirmed that no decision has been made about withdrawing American forces.
Syria’s transitional government embodies a profound paradox: it is both the fruit of revolutionary achievement and the object of revolutionary expectation.
The Secretariat will oversee domestic political activities, participate in formulating national policies, and manage the assets of the dissolved Ba’ath Party and former ruling coalition, al-Modon reports.
Syria’s fragile post-conflict transition was shaken this week by a series of brutal armed attacks that left at least 13 civilians dead, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
The transitional authority is not reconstructing the state, but reconstituting obedience as a totalising structure, Malik al-Hafez argues.
The Autonomous Administration rejected any obligation to implement decisions issued by the new government, according to +963 media.
Israeli intelligence believes that Syria’s new government is working to restore military installations and missile systems in the country’s south, Shaam writes.
The UAE has yet to send a high-level delegation to Syria, but the dynamics is shifting, Enab Baladi writes.
The new cabinet, composed of 22 ministers, reflects a blend of technocrats, returnees from the diaspora, symbolic minority figures, and key holdovers from the interim ruling coalition dominated by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham.
The new authorities have shown clear discomfort with political parties, preferring instead to engage with citizens as representatives of regions or local communities, Hussam Jazmati writes in Syria TV.
Before Assad’s fall, the 4th Division, led by Maher al-Assad, facilitated smuggling in exchange for bribes. But informal crossings are still very much present, Jana Duhaibi writes.
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Diplomatic sources say Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan are expected to meet in Ankara soon to discuss a bilateral defense agreement, Syria TV writes.
According to confidential sources, over $200,000 in funding has recently been funnelled into Daraa to support small cells in towns such as Lajat, Tafas, and surrounding villages, al-Hal reports.
Hassoun, a known loyalist of former president Bashar al-Assad, has been a controversial figure for years.
The ministers, along with their accompanying delegations, were scheduled to travel from Amman, Jordan, to Damascus early Thursday morning
Analysts and former officials have noted that PKK-linked figures, many of whom are non-Syrians from Turkey or Iran, continue to hold sensitive leadership roles within the SDF’s intelligence branches and special forces, Enab Baladi writes.
Maysa Sabrin was appointed in December 2024, shortly after the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, becoming the first woman to head the Central Bank.
Koya is a border town located in a highly sensitive area near the occupied Golan Heights, which made it a flashpoint in ongoing regional tensions.
Coordination with the Syrian government is ongoing, an AANES official noted, particularly in regard to the establishment of specialized committees to discuss unresolved matters.
Human Rights Watch is calling on Syrian authorities to revise the constitutional declaration, urging them to incorporate robust protections for judicial independence, ensure checks on presidential powers, and establish credible oversight bodies.
Foreign fighters are not viewed as political liabilities by jihadist leaders, but as ideological safeguards, Malek Hafez argues.
Dr. Jameel Al-Dabbal, head of Syria’s National Advisory Committee for Hematology and Oncology, voiced deep concern over the rapidly deteriorating condition of cancer patients
While significant progress has been made, Farhan cautioned that it is too early to draw definitive conclusions or identify those responsible for the violence, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Alawite Syrians stood on the periphery of the national dream, entangled in a dense net of state-manufactured illusions and fears, Wael Sawah writes.
Israeli shelling struck residential areas, killing six and sparking panic among civilians, acording to Syria TV.
Faced with chronic fuel shortages and an international reluctance to sell oil to Syria, the Damascus administration appears to have turned to Moscow as a substitute for Iranian oil, al-Modon writes.
The accord was brokered with American and French support and overseen by prominent Kurdish figures, including Masoud Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and Mazloum Abdi, commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces.
Sources have noted Israeli security consultations regarding Syria’s shifting landscape, particularly the possible transfer of areas near Palmyra to Turkish control in exchange for economic and military support for Damascus, Shaam writes.
Putin’s message may serve to distance Moscow from accusations of supporting attempts by regime loyalists to reclaim power.
Post-2003 Iraq is a stark example that toppling a tyrant does not equate to building a state, Maha Ghazal writes in Al-Modon.
While recent reports claimed that Syria had signed a deal with Russia to import oil, a Syrian official denied any official agreement, clarifying that all imports are managed through open tenders, accessible to any eligible party.
On the issue of sanctions, State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce reiterated that the Trump administration continues to observe the actions of Syria’s interim authorities across various fronts as it assesses its future policy.
Vehicles promoting Islam have periodically toured predominantly Christian neighborhoods in Damascus, Daraj writes.
Syria and its neighboring countries are grappling with the persistent threat posed by the so-called Islamic State
The U.S. administration has yet to finalize its Syria policy,
There are currently more than 2,100 Syrian prisoners and detainees in Lebanon, Shaam writes.
The first 100 days of this new governance offer critical insight into emerging dynamics, contradictions, and the formidable challenges Syria faces as it seeks to rebuild.
The embassy had been closed since 2012, following the outbreak of the Syrian revolution.
Putin’s message to President Sharaa underscores Russia’s intent to remain a central actor in Syria’s evolving political landscape, Syria TV writes.
The talks are influenced by fast-moving regional developments, pressuring all parties to act decisively in reuniting the country and initiating reconstruction before circumstances shift, al-Hurriya writes.
Kurdish political factions, including the Kurdish National Council (ENKS) and the Democratic Union Party (PYD), have reached a consensus on a joint political vision calling for a federal, decentralized system in Syria
Syria today faces a defining test of leadership and vision.
According to Le Figaro, the Biden administration, through the mediation of Oman, proposed confidential discussions in Muscat aimed at resolving key issues, including the fate of missing American journalist Austin Tice
Survivors of what is being termed the Coastal Massacre are breaking their silence.
Syria’s only viable option is to engage in robust diplomatic efforts, rallying both Arab and international support to pressure Israel into halting its raids, +963 writes.
For a free market economy to succeed, Syria must first boost productivity across all sectors, particularly industry, Paula Attia argues in 963.
Acknowledging the wounds inflicted by the Assad era should have led to the recognition that Syria’s tyrannical past must not dictate its future possibilities, Hossam Abu Hamed argues in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
While Turkey has not commented on the incident, the attack is part of a broader pattern of escalating violence in northern Syria, where drone strikes have become increasingly common amid ongoing tensions between Ankara and Kurdish-led forces.
Efforts to stabilize the energy sector include additional gas supplies from northeastern Syria, cooperation with regional partners like Jordan, and plans for renewable energy projects, including a 100-megawatt solar plant near Damascus.
The battle for Syria’s soul is far from over – and may, in fact, be entering its most decisive phase.
Germany announced on Monday a new aid package worth €300 million for Syria, ahead of the European Union–hosted donor conference in Brussels aimed at mobilising funds for Damascus following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.
Since the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Israel has sought to portray itself as a defender of minorities across Syria, Al-Majalla writes.
The committee is expected to meet with Abdi this Wednesday in the northeastern province of Hassakeh, al-Modon writes.
Cevdet Yılmaz further expressed confidence that, with strong support from Turkey, Syria would become a stable, strong, and prosperous nation.
The vast majority of Alawites welcomed the new government, and there were no incidents of hostility toward the forces filling the power vacuum left by the fallen state, Rateb Shabo writes in al-araby al-Jadeed.
The discussions reportedly focus on 974,000 Syrian refugees currently residing in Germany, Syria TV writes.
The ministry warned against ignoring the severe impact of the unilateral sanctions imposed on Syria.
Kurdish and Syriac political organizations have been among the most vocal in their opposition to the constitutional declaration.
Vance revealed that Washington is conducting discussions with its allies behind closed doors, aiming to encourage Syria’s new government— which he described as “hardline”— to safeguard minority groups.
On January 5, the Damascus interim government announced a 400 percent salary increase for public sector employees, according to Minister of Finance Mohammad Abazeed
The declaration formally incorporates transitional justice mechanisms to address past abuses.
The Men of Dignity Movement, the largest armed faction in Suweida, recently brokered a deal with the Syrian government. But Hijri’s latest remarks raise questions about the future of this agreement, Enab Baladi writes.
Despite diplomatic overtures and limited sanctions relief, Syria’s new leadership faces significant challenges in convincing the West that it is a viable and trustworthy partner for reconstruction.
The council will convene regularly or as needed upon the president’s request
Under SDF control, oil production in Deir-ez-Zor dropped significantly to approximately 15,000 barrels per day, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The draft constitutional declaration obtained by North Press stipulates that the President of the Republic must be Muslim, with Islamic jurisprudence serving as the primary source of legislation. It also affirms the independence of the judiciary and designates Arabic as the official language of the stat
With a new government in place, this year’s Brussels summit could mark the beginning of a new chapter in Syria’s engagement with the international community
On Tuesday, the Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR) released a preliminary report estimating that at least 803 people were killed in Latakia, Tartus, and Hama between March 6 and March 10 as a result of recent violence.
Syrian analysts consider the agreement a crucial step toward aligning positions between Damascus and the Autonomous Administration in North and East Syria, North Press writes.
U.S. mediation was prompted by growing military indications that President Donald Trump’s administration was seriously considering withdrawing American forces from Syria in the near future
Since the start of the Syrian uprising in 2011, Alawite identity has been politically weaponized, both by the Assad regime, which positioned itself as the sect’s protector, and by its opponents, who often framed the community as complicit in the regime’s crimes.
The committee has also pledged to safeguard witness privacy and security, ensuring that those who request protection receive it.
While the agreement marks a significant political and security milestone, questions remain about its long-term durability and whether all druze factions would support it.
Tel Aviv views a major challenge in Trump’s intention to withdraw U.S. forces from Syria, Shaam reports.
The agreement stipulates the integration of all civil and military institutions in northeastern Syria into the administration of the Syrian state, including border crossings, airports, and oil and gas fields.
In recent weeks, Israeli military operations in southern Syria have intensified, Syria TV writes.
In a statement, the EU emphasized that Syrian authorities acted swiftly to contain the situation and called for a full investigation into the violations, Enab Baladi writes.
The formation of the Civil Peace Committee underscores the Syrian government’s efforts to mend the fractures left by the Assad regime, Syria TV argues.
The campaign has found an unlikely ally in Mouaz Moustafa, the executive director of the Syrian Emergency Task Force, who was previously a vocal proponent of sanctions against the Assad regime due to its extensive human rights violations, Shaam news writes.
One protester told North Press that a group of young men from outside the gathering stormed the demonstration, leading to verbal altercations and physical scuffles between the two sides.
The articles we present today offer a multifaceted examination of the unfolding events.
The transitional government, led by Ahmed Al-Sharaa, has struggled to maintain credibility in the wake of events on the Syrian coast.
Syrian deposits in Lebanese banks belong to private individuals, not to the Syrian state, Toufic Shoman writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Local Druze authorities were quick to reject Israel’s statements about the “need to protect the Druze in Syria.”
As geopolitical transformations continue to reshape the world order, Turkey emerges as a power adept at capitalizing on shifting realities, Samir al-Taqi writes in Naharnet.
Since the Syrian revolution, Alawites have been trapped within two contradictory discourses: one that reduces them to an extension of the ruling regime and another that demands their liberation from its repressive legacy, Samar Yazbek argues.
Syria’s new leadership, under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, is demonstrating a pragmatic approach to international relations
Dozens of demonstrators gathered in Al-Karama Square in central Suweida, Enab Baladi writes.
The UK’s decision comes just a week after the EU suspended certain sanctions targeting Syria’s banking, energy, and transportation sectors.
Shibani noted that planning is already underway, but international support will be crucial.
Syria appears to be signaling a commitment to transparency and adherence to global norms, al-Thawra writes.
The conflict thrust women into new responsibilities, making them primary providers and leaders across various sectors, Syria TV writes.
President Sharaa’s first official meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took place at the summit venue.
Customers can now withdraw 500,000 SYP in a single transaction once per week, compared to the previous daily limit of 200,000 SYP.
Qaterji’s public disassociation from Assad raises important questions. Is the company genuinely a victim of misconduct, or is it a strategic move to safeguard its financial empire in a post-Assad Syria?
While war criminals and regime loyalists now walk free, many LGBTQ+ Syrians face continued persecution, even in post-Assad Syria, Daraj writes.
These meetings reflect Syria’s renewed diplomatic engagements under Sharaa’s leadership as he navigates regional and international challenges in the post-Assad era.
Kurdish leaders remain wary of Damascus, citing a long history of oppression and exclusion.
Speaking to a delegation from Jaramana, Sheikh al-Hijri reiterated his unwavering support for Syria’s territorial integrity and called for all communities to coexist with dignity.
President Sissi was among the first Arab leaders to congratulate Sharaa on assuming the Syrian presidency during the transitional period, Syria TV argues.
Israel’s more overt intervention in Syria coincided with the deeply flawed National Dialogue Conference, Iyad al-Jaafari argues in al-Modon.
The abrupt dissolution of the military and security institutions was a severe economic blow to the Alawites, Hussam Jazmati argues for Syria TV.
The SNHR report attributes 21 of these cases to the transitional government, 34 to opposition factions, and 68 to the Syrian Democratic Forces.
Critics argue Syria’s National Dialogue Conference was a lost opportunity that has failed to lay the groundwork for a stable, democratic future.
The clashes in Jaramana took an unexpected international turn when Israeli officials, including Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, issued statements warning against any harm to Syria’s Druze population.
While remittances remain a vital lifeline for millions of Syrians, their potential benefits could be undermined by speculative trading, liquidity shortages, and the influence of black-market currency dealers, al-Souri al-Yom argues.
The newly formed committee comprises prominent legal and constitutional scholars.
Israel’s intentions are becoming increasingly evident through both public and private statements by its leadership, al-Modon writes.
The Transitional Authority must be recognized as an exceptional governing institution, requiring a non-traditional constitutional framework, Mohammad Sabra argues in an article for Syria TV.
Jailed Kurdish leader Abdullah Öcalan, founder of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), has called for the group’s disarmament and dissolution, marking a potential turning point in its decades-long conflict with Turkey.
The Arab League reaffirmed its solidarity with Syria, denouncing Israel’s ongoing attempts to sow discord and manipulate the regional landscape for its own strategic interests.
For generations, Syrians have believed that holding a government position, no matter how menial ensured social relevance and security, Syria TV says.
Mazloum Abdi held a meeting with lawyers, human rights advocates, independent activists, and civil society representatives to discuss Syrian-Kurdish dialogue, according to North Press.
The conference’s final communiqué was deliberately vague, omitting key terms like democracy and political pluralism,Hussam Miro argues on the Constitutional Party website.
The issue of representation will continue to be a major concern for any political gathering aimed at shaping Syria’s future, Marwan Qabalan argues in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The statement emphasized that, in line with transparency principles, a detailed report from the preparatory committee will be published, documenting participants’ contributions and perspectives.
While the conference has set a framework for Syria’s transition, its real impact depends on what follows.
Former Syrian diplomat Bashar Ali al-Haj Ali argues that Israel is using Syria’s transitional period to reshape the region’s power dynamics, 963 writes.
Israel’s involvement in southern Syria has further complicated Suweida’s military landscape, Enab Baladi writes.
Criticizing the newly formed Syrian government, Sa’ar dismissed the ongoing political transition in Damascus, calling it absurd
Invitations to the conference were sent out hastily and logistical obstacles prevented the attendance of some people, Alice Mufarrej writes.
Hassan al-Dgheim, the conference spokesperson, insisted that the dialogue is a serious endeavor, claiming that its outcomes will inform future constitutional reforms, economic policies, and institutional restructuring, Enab Baladi writes.
HTS’ salafi-jihadist factions have resisted its political evolution, seeing democracy and governance as a betrayal of their original objectives, Mohammad al-Abdallah writes.
Despite the EU’s announcement, the underlying constraints imposed by broader international sanctions—particularly U.S. measures—continue to limit Syria’s ability to fully reintegrate into the global financial system, Sawt al-Asima writes.
Although the summit’s primary focus is Gaza, Syria will also be a central point of discussion, al-Hurriya writes.
The return of refugees and transitional justice remain unresolved issues that prevent the lifting of sanctions, Matt Zweig, one of the lawmakers behind the Caesar act, told Al-Majalla.
The fate of Syria’s unions will depend on their ability to establish genuine independence and democratic governance, Enab Baladi writes.
The meeting, held in the presence of the presidential economic advisor and the governor of Damascus, aimed to explore policies to boost economic growth and enhance various industries.
While Abdi emphasized the importance of state control over institutions, he maintained that SDF forces should remain a unified bloc within the newly forming Syrian army.
A report by the Syrian Network for Human Rights highlights dire conditions in Roumieh, including overcrowding, inadequate medical care, and unfair trials based on confessions extracted under torture.
According to Amr Najjar, an expert on political transitions, the rush to early elections and power-sharing quotas in unstable environments often leads to sectarian fragmentation and political paralysis, as seen in Iraq and Lebanon
75 Syrian families from Deir ez-Zor province are set to leave the camp by the end of next week, Shaam News writes.
One of the biggest concerns is whether the National Dialogue Conference will produce legally binding outcomes or simply non-enforceable recommendations.
Apparent consolidation of power masks a history of rivalry and ideological divergence.
A hybrid approach—combining import substitution for essential goods with export-driven growth in competitive sectors—is likely the most effective strategy for economic revitalization, Syria TV argues.
Rabbi Yosef Hamra revealed that his delegation had been invited to the White House by the U.S. State Department, where they would advocate for lifting sanctions to support struggling resident, Rudaw writes.
Syria TV has learned from Iraqi political sources that Baghdad is preparing to receive Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani in the coming period, signaling a shift in relations from intelligence-level coordination to full political engagement.
While discussions between Damascus and the SDF continue, the Syrian National Dialogue Conference is being positioned as a parallel effort to shape Syria’s future.
For the first time since his appointment in 2018, the UN envoy is arriving to Damascus under an air of optimism, al-Hurriya writes.
The Syrian Ministry of Defense has repeatedly announced the interception of arms shipments bound for Lebanon.
Despite its benefits, IMF assistance often comes with stringent conditions that can pose significant challenges, Enab Baladi writes.
Observers believe that appointing Asfari as Prime minister could serve multiple interests, as his background does not pose a direct challenge to key factions in power, Jisr writes.
Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December, negotiations between the Damascus government and the SDF have been ongoing, though no formal agreement has been reached on all key issues.
Turkey’s support for Syria’s financial system is also part of its broader efforts to increase its influence in the region, Enab Baladi says,
Rami al-Shaer asserted to North Press that Moscow never intended to establish permanent military bases abroad and that the future of Russian forces in Syria is ultimately a decision for the Syrian leadership.
Both Egypt and Tunisia failed to hold members of their former regimes accountable, allowing elements of the old deep state to regroup and eventually reclaim power, Sami Hassan writes for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The notion of reconciliation with the financial figures of the Assad era has sparked widespread concerns, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in Al-Modon.
These visits, spanning Idlib, Aleppo, Afrin, Latakia, and Tartous, were not just ceremonial but aimed at reassuring the population, consolidating power, and addressing key security and economic concerns.
The Tadamon neighborhood witnessed numerous massacres committed by regime forces, with one incident documented in a video.
Turkish Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu confirmed that Turkey has dispatched a 25-member technical team to Syria as part of an effort to restore and develop the airport
The administration recognizes that economic recovery is essential to achieving political and social stability, Shaam writes.
Despite reports that Syria received a new shipment of printed banknotes from Russia, the CBS confirmed that only 300 billion Syrian pounds arrived, according to al-Hurriya.
The president’s visit to Lattakia has sparked discussions about a potential trip to Qardaha, the Assad family’s ancestral village, according to al-Modon.
Barzani stressed the importance of ensuring equal rights and political participation for all Syrian communities, including the Kurds, Syria TV writes.
According to Zaman al-Wasl, numerous residents had filed complaints against al-Fahl, accusing him of various crimes.
One of the central pillars of the new economic vision is privatization, but that path must be carefully structured.
Despite the ongoing withdrawal, the British Ministry of Defense reported that Russia is seeking to retain access to its air and naval bases in Syria,
The United States’ decision not to sign the declaration did not come as a surprise to Paris, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Putin reaffirmed Russia’s support for Syria’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, and stability.
Key differences remain between the NATO allies—chief among them, the Syrian Democratic Forces, Enab Baladi writes.
“The Prophet ruled Medina as a political leader, not as a religious figure,” the researcher explained.
Awda may have expected the Ministry of Defense to acknowledge his early arrival in Damascus and his subsequent trouble-free withdrawal by granting him a prominent leadership position in the ministry, Annahar writes.
“Once the process of communication matures and the preliminary working papers are prepared, the National Dialogue Conference will undoubtedly be convened”, the spokesperson for the Preparatory Committee for the National Dialogue Conference, Hassan al-Dughaim, told SANA.
The seven-member committee is comprised of five men and two women, Syria TV writes.
Shibani noted a shift in Syria’s international standing, stating that the country is receiving positive signals from both Russia and Iran, according to al-Modon.
There is little doubt that Syrians recognize the new administration’s good intentions and desire to rebuild the country—but good intentions alone are not enough, Marwan Kabalan writes.
Al-Sharaa received Badr Jamous, head of the Negotiating Committee, and Hadi al-Bahra, head of the Coalition.
Iraqi authorities identified 93 mass graves believed to contain the remains of Yazidi victims, with 32 graves still unopened in Sinjar and Al-Ba’aj.
The Turkish newspaper Türkiye Gazetesi has revealed an Iranian plan to overthrow President Ahmad al-Sharaa and his government through a military coup, orchestrated during a secret meeting in Najaf, Iraq.
“It is neither ethical nor politically justifiable for Trump to lead an effort to uproot Palestinians from their land,” the Syrian president asserted, according to Shaam News.
Several private banks have imposed a daily withdrawal cap of 250,000 Syrian pounds—an amount insufficient to cover even basic household expenses, Enab Baladi writes.
Before the fall of Assad, 94% of Syrians who arrived in Germany between 2013 and 2019 expressed a desire to stay permanently, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian Journalists’ Union was established in 1990 by a decree from Hafez al-Assad. It functions as a single professional trade union headquartered in Damascus.
Exclusive sources confirmed to Syria TV that the Syrian National Coalition is preparing to dissolve itself in the coming days, following the fall of the Assad regime and the transfer of power to a new government.
Diplomatic sources revealed to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed earlier that an unannounced meeting between Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Ati and his Syrian counterpart Asaad al-Shibani took place in the Turkish capital Ankara.
Russia’s UN Representative said Moscow is keen on ensuring the participation of all political factions, as well as ethnic and religious groups, in an inclusive dialogue.
“Most of the camp’s essential services are funded by the U.S. State Department”, Jihan Hanan, co-chair of the al-Hol camp, told North Press.
According to Syria TV’s correspondent, the Syrian Army has now established control over Hawik, and tensions escalated as the Ministry of Defense began setting up border security posts in western Homs.
Kuwait is preparing to appoint new ambassadors to both Damascus and Beirut as part of efforts to reorganize ties with Syria and Lebanon, Shaam News writes.
The Autonomous Administration announced that the camp administration had facilitated the departure of a total of 569 people and handed them over to the Iraqi government, according to Enab Baladi.
A spokesperson of the “Eighth Brigade” told +963 that the brigade is ready to integrate into the Ministry of Defense.
The Syrian Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor announced the formation of a new Board for the Syria Trust for Development and its renaming.
The man known as “the King Witness” confirmed that the heads of the security agencies expressed their absolute loyalty to the Assad regime through images of detainees’ corpses, in an interview with Al-Jazeera.
Sharaa thanked his French counterpart for the call and for France’s supportive stance toward the Syrian people over the past years, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Zaman Al-Wasl has obtained an image of an official document issued by the Syrian Ministry of Interior under the deposed regime revealing shocking details about the arrest of two Syrian children in Moscow.
In an exclusive interview with “Syria TV,” Al-Faraya added that there are royal directives for a full opening towards the new Syrian administration.
Activists on social media condemned the official presence of Yara Shartouh, a staunch Ba’athist who served as Hama’s Director of Tourism under the deposed regime.
CMA CGM had previously renewed its contract with the former regime in October 2024 for 30 years
Western analysts and regional observers have speculated that al-Awda could emerge as a counterweight to Syria’s new rulers, particularly given his previous ties to Russia and his potential backing from regional players like the UAE and Jordan
The UN Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, has welcomed the “clear and repeated” assurances from Syria’s caretaker leadership that “the new Syria will belong to all Syrians and will be built on inclusive and credible foundations.”
In a statement, Abdul Rahman Mustafa, head of the interim government, described Ahmad al-Sharaa’s assumption of the Syrian presidency as a “historic milestone that embodies the free will of Syrians and marks the beginning of a new era in state-building based on justice and the rule of law.”
Al-Shaar’s criminal record extends beyond Syria. During the years of Syrian military occupation in Lebanon, he was one of the key enforcers of repression, particularly during the tenure of notorious Syrian intelligence chief Ghazi Kanaan.
In an exclusive interview with Syria TV, Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa underscored that the Syrian revolution was far from weak, as some might believe. He
In his long-awaited address to the Syrian people, President Ahmad al-Sharaa sought to present a vision for Syria’s future in the wake of the Assad
Nearly two months after the fall of the Syrian regime, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has commented on the new reality in Syria, asserting
Sharaa’s diplomatic engagements in Saudi Arabia and Turkey signal the beginning of a new phase in Syria’s political landscape
According to an SNHR statement released on Monday, February 3, Mohammad Luay Tayara, Radwan Hussein Mohammad, and Badr Muhyi Saqour were arrested during security raids targeting individuals affiliated with the former Syrian regime.
With Syria’s economic landscape in uncharted territory, the coming weeks will be critical in determining whether the pound’s surge is sustainable or merely a prelude to another financial crisis.
This is Sharaa’s first international visit since he was appointed president of the transitional phase, Enab Baladi writes.
Al-Sharaa conspicuously avoided the word democracy, instead favoring the term shura (consultation), Wael Sawah writes.
The statement by the General Directorate of Antiquities and Museums underscored the need for collective efforts to safeguard Syrian heritage.
Despite assurances from HTS authorities that the perpetrators have been arrested, many remain sceptical about internal investigations.
“Sharaa’s vision aligns with the aspirations of the Syrian people for stability and democratic governance”, an EU spokesperson said, according to Shaam Network.
Najib is accused of being behind the torture and killing of young Hamza al-Khatib.
The political scene indicates that al-Sharaa’s appointment was made within a narrow military circle, bypassing the concepts of democracy called for by the Syrian revolution, Rami Shafiq writes for +963.
Emir Tamim congratulated President al-Sharaa on the success of the Syrian revolution and his subsequent appointment as head of the transitional body.
The widespread violations, killings, massacres, and repression that began in 2011 necessitate the immediate establishment of a specialized transitional justice body, Ammar Dayoub writes for Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Saudi Arabia’s King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman congratulated President Ahmad al-Sharaa on assuming the transitional presidency of the Syrian Arab Republic, as reported by Syria TV.
The dollar’s exchange rate dropped by a notable 9% on the parallel market Thursday.
The new head of State will appoint a temporary legislative council for the transitional period, which will assume its responsibilities until a permanent constitution is adopted and comes into effect.
On Monday, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called on the National Army to surrender its weapons and join the new Syrian administration.
Shallal Kado, a prominent leader within the Kurdish National Council, emphasized that the movement envisions a future Syria as a decentralized state, with this principle enshrined explicitly in the constitution and protected against amendment through future referenda.
The leader of the Syrian Democratic Forces said they “envision a unified Syria and have no separatist intentions”, according to Shaam News.
Sources indicated to al-Modon that the meeting between Sharaa and Bogdanov was largely formal, lasting approximately three hours, with both sides maintaining a cautious and measured approach throughout the discussions
Some nations have successfully abandoned militarization in favor of development, Muhammad Berro argues for Syria TV.
Russian diplomatic circles anticipate that the dialogue will address several critical issues left unresolved after the fall of the previous regime, Asharq al-Awsat.
German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock described the sanctions suspension as positive news for both the Syrian people and Europe, Enab Baladi writes.
When asked about the potential reopening of the Iranian embassy in Damascus, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs noted that it should take place “in a calm and secure environment.”
The Syrian administration must act swiftly to restore trust and prevent further deterioration, Khawla Hassan Al-Hadid writes.
The actor urged Syrians to reflect on the lessons of the past and avoid repeating the mistakes that sparked the revolution in 2011, according to Syria News.
These examples are not isolated incidents but symptomatic of a deeper issue, Daraj writes.
It’s not clear whether the new Syrian leader would meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, al-Modon writes.
Revitalizing Syria’s economy requires a multifaceted approach that balances privatization, governance, and international cooperation
French Foreign Ministry representative Rémy Drouin recently held separate meetings with ENKS President and SDF Commander Mazloum Abdi, XXX writes.
The coalition called for a democratic governance system in the new Syrian republic
For Syria to succeed, the onus lies not only on Sharaa but also on the broader Syrian society and the international community.
A leaked European document from a few days ago suggests that certain sanctions will remain permanent, including those targeting the Assad regime, the illicit drug trade, and the arms trade, Enab Baladi writes.
Dr. Rasha al-Ali was kidnapped at around 10 a.m. while traveling from her home to Homs University, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The recent escalation in Homs underscores the urgent need for a balanced approach that prioritizes both security and the protection of civilian rights.
Riad Joudi, Director of Tartous Customs, issued a decree canceling the agreement with the Russian company managing the port.
As Defense Minister, Abu Qusra faces the daunting task of unifying Syria’s fragmented factions under a cohesive national military institution
The envoy discussed transitional justice with al-Sharaa and urged the international community to support Syria in this area, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The fall of the Assad regime and the broader crisis of Arab nationalism represent an opportunity for reflection and transformation.
Shibani reiterated assurances to Arab and Western nations that the new administration does not pose a threat, emphasizing that Damascus has no intention of exporting revolution or interfering in other countries’ affairs.
The Syrian Defense Minister described Saudi Arabia as a cornerstone for regional stability and a key partner in strengthening Arab cooperation, +963 writes.
This latest judicial action marks a significant moment in the global effort to hold those responsible for atrocities in Syria accountable.
“It is an honor to represent Syria at the World Economic Forum, marking a historic moment for our country,” al-Shibani stated
The General Authority of Tartous Port has canceled the contract and demanded the immediate withdrawal of the Russian company from the port, Shaam Network writes.
The fear of continued or renewed foreign interference—whether from the UAE, the U.S., Iran, Russia, or Turkey—remains valid, Hayan Jaber writes in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Al-Sharaa also expressed his hope for improved relations between Syria and the United States, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and understanding, Syria TV wrote.
While such a law is vital, it is equally important to balance it with the protection of free speech, Syria TV writes.
The ministry revealed that Defense Minister Marhaf Abu Qasra had convened 47 sessions with commanders and officers from various factions, along with extensive meetings involving more than 60 military formations.
The body of Ismail Fattah, a leader in the Kurdish National Council, was discovered on Monday morning in the town of Qahtaniya near Qamishli.
The return of Syrians presents a unique opportunity to revitalize a long-scarred nation.
What is Ahmed al-Sharaa’s position & does he need an official status to legitimize his authority, Wael al-Sawah asks.
Aisha al-Dabs, Director of the Women’s Affairs Office within Syria’s Political Affairs Department, met with Hilde Haraldstad, Chargé d’Affaires of the Norwegian Embassy in Damascus. Their talks focused on the role of women in Syria’s political landscape
As articulated by Hussam Miro in Al-Khaleej Newspaper, Syrians are deeply divided in their outlook on the country’s future
The Ministry of Defense, led by caretaker Defense Minister Marhaf Abu Qasra, accused the SDF of stalling negotiations. “Weapons must be under the control of the state”, he told Reuters.
Zaki revealed that Arab foreign ministers are set to meet at the end of February, providing an opportunity to further discuss Syria’s status within the Arab League.
Kidda is closely associated with Ahmad al-Sharaa, the leader of the political administration, and is considered one of his principal advisors.
Türk detailed his discussion with Al-Sharaa, focusing on the challenges Syria faces and the need to build a nation that ensures dignity for all its citizens.
The Qatari Foreign Minister stressed Qatar’s dedication to fully supporting Syria’s post-war reconstruction.
Late last month and earlier this month, the Israeli military conducted incursions into Syrian territory, particularly in the Quneitra and Daraa regions.
Albares inaugurated Spain’s embassy in the Syrian capital, reopening it after being closed for over a decade
To address critiques and establish a legitimate civil state, Ahmad al-Sharaa must take decisive actions to address the primary concerns of Syrians and the international community.
An economist advocated, in an interview with Syria Steps, for a comprehensive strategy to address unemployment and revive the economy.
This marks the first official visit by a high-ranking Syrian delegation to Turkey since the new administration assumed power in Syria, Syria TV writes.
This development reflects a significant moment in Syria’s post-conflict landscape, with the SDF signalling flexibility on key issues while emphasizing fairness, dialogue, and national unity, al-Modon writes.
Iran’s foreign minister said the reopening is contingent on receiving “sufficient guarantees” to ensure the security of the embassy and its staff, according to Enab Baladi.
Despite this lack of direct contact, Abdul Rahman Mustafa stressed that there are no disagreements with the new government, Syria TV says.
According to Dalati, preparations for the revolution’s decisive battle began as far back as 2020, following the Moscow Agreement between Vladimir Putin and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
Lieutenant Colonel Mustafa Kanifati, director of the Public Security Department, that while a patrol was conducting routine operations in rural Qardaha, it came under attack from remnants of the former regime, Enab Baladi reports.
Lavrov criticized the ousted Assad regime for its unwillingness to share power with the Syrian opposition, according to al-Modon.
Above all, change must start decisively from the top of the current power structure, with doors of dialogue and discussion flung open wide, Hassan al-Aswad writes in Syria TV.
“The Central Bank is working on drafting amendments to its governing law to enhance its independence”, Maysa Sabrin said, according to Syria TV.
Looking ahead, Diab expressed hope for the revival of regional energy transit routes, Shaam News writes.
The document, signed by Germany, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Finland, and Denmark, urged the European Union to “immediately commence adjustments to the sanctions regime.”
The transitional phase offers an opportunity to reshape the country’s political landscape, but success will depend on the ability to navigate societal mistrust, institutional weaknesses, and competing regional agendas.
The new Syrian administration is committed to achieving progress in the field of human rights and ensuring justice and equality for all Syrian citizens, the Foreign minister said.
Prime Minister Mikati highlighted the importance of good neighborly relations between Syria and Lebanon, Enab Baladi writes.
This meeting marks a significant step in advancing Syria’s transition toward stability and inclusive governance.
A coalition of Syrian civil society organizations has released a detailed legal document outlining essential steps for achieving justice, reconciliation, and political stability in a post-conflict Syria.
The final communiqué emphasized the necessity of respecting the Syrian people’s choices and their right to self-determination, Enab Baladi writes.
Syria’s post-Assad economy is defined by stark challenges and cautious hope
According to İmamoğlu, the Syrian authorities had initially confirmed the visit on Thursday, only to cancel it hours later.
According to SANA, the General Intelligence Service arrested individuals involved in the bombing attempt, all identified as members of ISIS.
The Biden administration adopted a multifaceted strategy to weaken the Assad regime and shape the transition in post-Assad Syria
A source told +963 that demonstrators specifically accused foreign fighters of being responsible for the deaths of the three civilians.
Abdelnour pointed out the country’s severe liquidity crisis, particularly after the Damascus government announced a 400% wage increase, al-Mashhad writes.
“We are united in supporting the integrity and unity of Syrian territory and firmly reject any division projects that threaten the nation’s cohesion”, Mazloum Abdi said.
RSF welcomed a commitment from Mohammad al-Omar, the Minister of Information in the interim Damascus government, to promote press freedom and improve freedom of expression, Enab Baladi reports.
The IRGC commander accused Russia of contributing to Syria’s collapse and “working for the zionist entity”, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A Syria TV correspondent reported that a column of Israeli tanks entered several towns of southern rural Quneitra.
To succeed, the National Dialogue Conference must transcend the current administration’s unilateral actions and engage a broad spectrum of Syrian society.
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Qadri’s justification for removing content reflects a limited understanding of freedom, reducing it to individual behavior while neglecting the broader rights to information and diverse perspectives, Daraj writes.
The Druze leader highlighted the significance of decentralized governance and the separation of powers as essential components of a stable and just Syria
The American Coalition for Syria has welcomed the issuance of General License (GL) No. 24, which seeks to ensure that U.S. sanctions do not impede essential governance-related services in Syria following the fall of the Assad regime.
“We are not minorities or majorities,” the statement reads. “We are Syrian men and women who bear the responsibility of building a new Syria, state, society, and identity together.”
The growing challenges surrounding Syrian refugees in Europe, combined with shifting international policies on Syria, have prompted significant developments in Germany, France, and the United
The absence of a concrete date for the conference has heightened concerns about the future of democracy in Syria, +963 writes.
Mazloum Abdi, the commander-in-chief of the SDF, said kurdish fighters who joined the group’s ranks from outside Syria should leave if a ceasefire is reached.
The government’s economic decisions included the removal of customs duties that had been imposed by the previous regime for years on imports to offset the state’s fiscal deficit, Syria TV writes.
While Israel’s immediate security remains intact, the unpredictability of Syria’s reconstruction and political reorganization poses long-term uncertainties
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Without accountability and inclusivity, a one-color government risks exacerbating divisions and fostering authoritarianism, Wael Sawah writes.
Khalifi affirmed Qatar’s unwavering commitment to supporting Syria, stating that Doha would continue its efforts to aid the Syrian people in the coming phase.
In democratic systems, majority rule typically refers to political parties, not religious or ethnic groups, Rasha Omran writes for Syria TV
The incident with Germany’s Foreign Minister highlights the limits of Sharaa’s evolution, +963 writes.
The Syrian delegation also included Defense Minister Marhaf Abu Qusra and General Intelligence Service Chief Anas Khattab.
Russian authorities have not issued any official statement or comment on the incident, Enab Baladi writes.
An SDC official told Asharq al-Awsat the meeting addressed “military matters only, including mechanisms for coordination and common issues.”
A North Press reporter captured images of trucks transporting cement blocks from the Jazira region to Kobani for the construction of the base.
For Syria to move forward, the constitution must be rooted in the lived realities and shared aspirations of its people, Mohammad Sabra writes in Syria TV.
Hadi al-Bahra, head of the Syrian National Coalition, stated that the coalition has not received an invitation to participate in the National Dialogue.
Syria’s transitional authorities announced on Tuesday the appointment of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham’s (HTS) military commander, Marhaf Abu Qasra, as the new defense minister, two days
The lawyers outlined a detailed path forward, calling for immediate elections at both the central and branch levels of the Bar Association
The fighting involved heavy and medium weaponry, Hashtag Syria writes.
Syria’s Foreign minister stressed the need to strengthen diplomatic relations with the EU and to open a new chapter following the fall of the previous regime
Al-Dibs’ assertions have been seen as dismissive of the generations of Syrian women who have held leadership roles globally, Manahil al-Sahwi writes for Daraj.
The transitional leadership needs to include various political and civil groups, especially those who fought for change against the Assad regime, Sultan al-Ibrahim writes for 963 Media.
Work is underway to identify the bodies through DNA testing.
Maisaa Sabreen is the first woman to hold this position in the country’s history, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Shibani announced that he received an invitation to visit Saudi Arabia.
Two U.S. lawmakers sent a letter to their administration urging the easing of sanctions on Syria, Jana al-Issa writes for Enab Baladi.
“Kurds are an inseparable part of Syria’s social fabric”, the de-facto leader of the country said, adding that talks are ongoing with the SDF.
Women are “primarily responsible for their families and husbands”, the head of the Women’s Affairs Office in the Syrian caretaker government said.
Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, made a phone call to Ahmad al-Sharaa, the leader of the New Syrian Administration, congratulating him on the achievements of the Syrian people after over a decade of struggle.
Abdi stated that he was “in principle” prepared to hand over border security responsibilities to the new authorities in Damascus.
Iran’s current strategy focuses on destabilizing some nations through a divide-and-conquer approach, +963 reports.
The political bureau of the new Syrian authorities told the Lebanese channel LBCI that the statement by Maher Marwan “does not necessarily” represent the views of the government.
This initiative follows Russia’s decision on December 13 to suspend wheat exports to Syria indefinitely, Enab Baladi writes.
The primary concern for Egypt revolves around the presence of Egyptians fighting within “armed groups” in Syria and the potential links between these groups and elements within Egypt.
Shujaa al-Ali was killed just days after a video of him surfaced, in which he threatened to burn mosques, Syria TV writes.
The ousted Syrian president was supposed to meet the Mossad chief in Moscow.
Alawite community leaders issued a statement urging their members to surrender weapons, Enab Baladi reports.
Erdogan announced the opening of a Turkish consulate in Aleppo.
Suweida has nominated a woman to the position of governor, awaiting a response from the new Syrian administration
The Iranian supreme leader called on the Syrian youth to “stand against those who planned and executed this state of insecurity”.
The UNHCR said that the number of Syrians returning to their country in the past two weeks has surpassed the total number of returnees throughout 2023.
Most opposition groups put their differences aside and agreed to dissolve all factions, in a meeting described as “historic”, according to Syria TV.
“Hostage Aid Worldwide” stated that it has information confirming that American journalist Austin Tice, missing in Syria since 2012, is still alive, although his current location remains unknown.
The former Foreign minister and vice-President seems to be trying to win a place at the National Dialogue Conference, according to Enab Baladi.
Regional leaders, including Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed, called for a unified Arab approach to support Syria, according to Syria TV.
One of the military positions in Syria is located at an altitude of 2400 meters & is designed to house soldiers under snowfall, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
While Sharaa’s statements offer partial reassurance for the future of Syria, his vagueness, especially concerning timelines, remains troubling, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
Farouk al-Sharaa is a veteran Syrian politician from Daraa governorate. He was appointed Vice-President in 2006. He disappeared from public eye in 2011, after he called for a political settlement with the opposition.
As HTS consolidates its control over all of Syria, it faces significant challenges. Tarek Sawah tells us more.
The main vault of the Central Bank was spared from thefts because it is bomb-resistant and requires three separate keys, held by different individuals, as well as a complex code to open it, Enab Baladi reports.
The settlement centers represent a key effort by the new authorities to stabilize the security situation and establish a reformed security framework to replace the former regime’s apparatus.
Shaibani has made significant contributions to humanitarian efforts in northwest Syria, Damas Post writes.
Ahmed al-Sharaa initiated discussions with military factions on Saturday about the structure of the new military institution in Syria.
U.S. State Department announced the cancellation of a $10 million bounty previously offered for information on al-Sharaa.
Family sources told Enab Baladi that the photograph used against Haitham al-Halabi was artificially generated or shows someone resembling him
Only leaders of factions that participated in the “Deterring Aggression” operation attended the meeting with Sharaa, excluding other groups such as the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army, Shaam Network reports.
Sohaib Alagha, the former Chairman of the Syrian American Council, called for a national charter reflecting the commonalities of all segments of Syrian society.
Those familiar with Shaibani describe him as “shrewd,” “seasoned,” and often compare him to Hakan Fidan, the Turkish foreign minister, for his diplomatic acumen, al-Modon writes.
“A new chapter has begun with all components of the Lebanese people”, Sharaa said, according to +963.
On women’s rights, Sharaa affirmed his support for education, noting that universities in Idlib have been active for over eight years, with women comprising more than 60% of students. according to Syria TV.
Hijri’s remarks followed a meeting with a delegation from the interim government, led by Mohammad al-Bashir, who visited Suweida to engage with political and civil figures regarding security and public services, +963 Media writes.
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Fidan also confirmed Turkey’s recognition of the new Syrian administration as a “legitimate” partner, Shaam Network writes.
Pedersen reaffirmed his commitment to advancing the political process to the best of his ability, according to Damas Post.
Austrian Foreign Minister Alexander Schallenberg noted that Austria has not closed its embassy in Damascus, according to Enab Baladi.
The head of the European Union delegation was asked to travel to Damascus on Monday to establish contact with Syria’s new leadership and other groups Enab Baladi writes.
The meeting, attended by Syria TV, featured discussions between activists and civil society organizations on plans to build a new Syria.
The Civil Defense continues to advocate for urgent action to protect evidence and prevent further harm to victims’ families while seeking justice for those affected by the atrocities.
Prominent Syrian activist Heba Al-Gull issued a scathing response to Arnaout, accusing him of perpetuating outdated and regressive views.
The court’s verdict revealed that Hamrouni, as a militia leader, actively participated in the mistreatment, enslavement, and looting of civilians in Damascus between 2012 and 2015, the SJAC writes.
While he celebrated the “liberation” of Syria, a refugee in Germany expressed shock and dismay at EU decisions to freeze asylum applications, Syria TV.
Many fear this move signals a return to the inheritance-style governance previously practiced by the Assad family, according to Shaam Network.
“We are maintaining contact with representatives of the forces currently in control of the situation in Syria”, said a Kremlin spokesperson.
Three former aides stated that Bashar Assad himself did not inform his brother about his plan to flee, according to Shaam Network.
Special emphasis was placed on ensuring the safety and dignity of women journalists, who often face gender-based harassment and violence in their line of work.
Sharaa described the developments in Syria as “a victory for the oppressed people over the criminal oppressor”, according to Syria TV.
The ACRPS report concludes that the Aqaba Summit and its reliance on Resolution 2254 have deepened political divisions within Syria.
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The Syrian American Group for the National Charter has issued a statement marking the fall of the Assad regime as a historic turning point and an unparalleled opportunity to rebuild Syria.
The Ministry of Interior is training new cadres who will undergo specialized programs before assuming their duties, Enab Baladi writes.
This initiative marks a significant step in the Autonomous Administration’s effort to promote dialogue and national reconciliation in a post-conflict Syria.
The SNHR argues that, with the former regime gone, the rationale for maintaining broad economic sanctions has largely disappeared.
The General Command, which emerged from the Department of Military Operations—the entity that now controls decision-making in Damascus following the overthrow of the Syrian regime—has
Kallas clarified that the lifting of European sanctions would only occur if the new leadership demonstrates commitment to protecting minorities, ensuring women’s rights, and upholding a unified government that rejects religious extremism.
Syria’s largest business lobbying group recently announced the country’s shift to a free market economy, marking a significant departure from its nominally socialist system, was effectively monopolized by regime-affiliated businessmen, Daraj writes.
Wahab, a Lebanese druze politician close to Assad, said he relayed messages from Israel to push Bashar towards “peace”, Shaam Network writes. He also stated that Assad asked him to create problems with other druze leaders in Lebanon.
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser reminded the public of the Koblenz Higher Regional Court, which in 2022 issued the world’s first ruling against state torture in Syria, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Pedersen addressed the new challenges facing Syria, emphasizing the urgent need to launch an inclusive political process. His visit underscores the international community’s ongoing efforts to support a political transition.
The French minister of Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, said France would clarify its position regarding the political process in Syria.
The Arab Ministerial Contact Committee on Syria convened in Aqaba on Saturday, reaching consensus on key priorities to support the Syrian people and initiate an
Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov remarked that Russia is engaged in “constructive talks” with Syrian authorities and expressed hope for retaining a military presence in the country, Syria TV says,
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Speaking to Syria TV, Sharaa called for a concerted effort to rebuild Syria based on modern principles that ensure justice and rights for all citizens. He cautioned against repeating the mistakes of the past that had derailed previous attempts to establish stability.
There are widespread concerns that the lack of coordination between political and military forces could lead to a turbulent transitional phase, +963 writes.
Enab Baladi reports that negotiations were held to move the tomb of Suleiman Shah, but failed.
The ministers endorsed the “formation of an inclusive transitional governing body, based on Syrian consensus”.
The leader of Hezbollah, a long-time supporter of the former regime, called for “cooperation” with the new powers in Syria.
Washington had sent messages to HTS to guide early efforts in establishing a formal governance framework for Syria, stressing that a transitional government should reflect the aspirations of all Syrians, +963 reports.
Russia has also relocated approximately 100 other positions across various Syrian regions to the Hmeimeem airbase and Qamishli airport, Zaman al-Wasl says.
“Bashar al-Assad devoted all of Syria’s resources to committing crimes just to stay in power”, the former Deputy Foreign Minister and regime loyalist told Syria TV.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has affirmed that deposed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is not entitled to humanitarian asylum, Enab Baladi writes.
Al-Sharaa and the Southern Operations Room agreed to strengthen coordination among active forces, +963 writes.
The Iranian news agency IRNA was one of the outlets that carried the news on Tuesday, in the aftermath of the regime’s collapse, according to Enab Baladi.
Joulani faces immense challenges in consolidating control and managing the country, Rania Moustapha writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Ezzeddin Suleiman, a resident of Hasakah, told North Press that after the regime’s fall, pro-Turkish factions began launching attacks on Kurdish communities.
The Syrian Civil Defence’s appeal to the UN came after the organization concluded its search for potential detainees in undiscovered secret cells of Saydnaya, Enab Balad writes.
Rifaat al-Assad, Bashar al-Assad’s uncle, who is accused of orchestrating the 1982 Hama massacre that claimed over 50,000 lives, reportedly traveled to Beirut, according to Sawt al-Asima.
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In an interview with Syria TV, Jalali noted that cooperation among various parties has ensured the uninterrupted provision of services in state institutions.
Ahmed al-Sharaa said the fears of the international community previously stemmed from the Assad regime, which has now fallen, Shaam Network writes.
“The aspirations of Syrian women and men for a dignified life, freedom, and justice remain steadfast, regardless of shifts in military control on the ground,” the statement read.
The government plan for the transitional period should include a constituent assembly tasked with drafting a new Constitution for Syria within a specified time frame, syrian academic Marwan Kabalan writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syrian diplomat Bashar Ali Hajj Ali called for a transitional government based on transparent and democratic mechanisms, while the Salvation government wants to focus on managing the liberated areas through specialized “academic bodies” that respect local cultural norms.
The SDF leader expressed readiness to engage with the new authorities in Damascus and their desire to participate in Syria’s political process.
A meeting took place on Tuesday between officials from the Salvation government and representatives of the ousted regime to facilitate the transfer of institutions and hand over files from the former administration to the new government, set to serve an interim period until March 1, 2025.
In parallel with the air aggression, Israeli media reported that the Israeli army occupied nine villages in the southern countryside of Damascus, al-Mayadeen writes.
Despite these statements, activists noted that accountability for such crimes should come through proper judicial processes and trials, not unilateral actions by armed factions, +963 writes.
This latest action sends a clear signal of the U.S.’s resolve to hold accountable those who aid and abet human rights violations.
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Figures such as Qais Saeed, Mohammed bin Zayed, Gebran Bassil, and Suleiman Frangieh found themselves abandoned as Assad fled before dawn, leaving them humiliated, Daraj writes.
The head of the Syrian Coalition, Hadi al-Bahra, told Reuters on the sidelines of the Doha Forum on Sunday, “Syria must undergo an 18-month transition period to provide a ‘safe, neutral, and calm environment’ for free elections.”
Jamil Hassan, formerly head of the Air Force Intelligence Directorate, and Abdel Salam Mahmoud, who oversaw the Mazzeh prison torture center, were central figures in orchestrating the systematic abuse of Syrians.
Alawite Sheikhs and dignitaries from the hometown of Hafez al-Assad called for “the removal of all statues and pictures from public squares and spaces”.
Amid changes in Syria’s political landscape, a senior Iranian official disclosed Tehran’s efforts to establish direct communication with factions in the new Syrian leadership.
On Monday, December 9, the selling price of the US dollar stood at 17,000 Syrian pounds, while the buying price was 16,000 Syrian pounds.
Claude Hanna Khoury, a soldier in the Lebanese army, disappeared forty years ago, al-Modon writes.
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The new policies underscore the commitment to protecting personal freedoms, al-Jadeed writes.
The decisions by Germany and Austria highlight a significant shift in European asylum policies concerning Syrians, 963 Media writes.
Sharaa also accused Assad of having “left Syria as a farm for Iranian ambitions” and claimed that Assad “spread sectarianism and stirred up corruption.”
“Russian officials are in contact with representatives of the Syrian armed opposition, whose leaders have ensured the security of Russian military bases and diplomatic missions in Syria”
Syria TV reached out to Diab Sarya, the founder of the Association of Detainees and Missing Persons of Sednaya Prison
Enab Baladi says a new military body would need to be formed through consensus with opposition institutions, and a civilian council has to be be established before moving towards elections.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry blamed Assad for not resisting.
A Lebanese security source and a Syrian source confirmed to Reuters that Israeli airstrikes targeted the Mezzeh neighborhood of Damascus.
The SNA reaffirmed its commitment to preserving “the freedom and dignity of the people of Manbij and its surroundings, of all ethnicities and communities”, the pro-opposition Syria TV writes.
“This is the long-awaited moment for the displaced and the imprisoned”.
The Military Operations Administration announced a curfew in Damascus starting at 4 PM and continuing until 5 AM.
The HTS leader underlined that the fall of Assad was a result of a “purely Syrian” effort.
These operations have inflicted significant losses on the attackers, the pro-SDF North Press agency said.
The president emphasized that his administration will evaluate the actions of the “opposition fighters” to ensure stability in Syria.
Enab Baladi writes that the regime’s flag was removed from the Syrian embassy in Moscow, although the Syrian revolution’s flag has not yet been raised.
All state institutions would remain under the supervision of Assad’s prime minister until they are handed over officially.
“We are witnessing a new chapter for Syria”, the newspaper said.
The region of Qusayr, where Hezbollah used to maintain a significant presence, was also seized by the opposition.
As the opposition finds itself only 26 kilometres south of Damascus, diplomatic sources told Syria TV that Arab and Gulf states have offered Assad an opportunity to leave the country.
The capture of Hama reflects the rapidly shifting dynamics of the Syrian conflict, +963 writes.
The state-run news agency, SANA, reported that the salary increase for military personnel would be 50 percent, with the decision taking effect immediately.
The budget allocations total 52,600 billion Syrian pounds, with 37,000 billion allocated for current spending and 15,600 billion for investment spending.
The Salvation Government’s ‘Free Aleppo City’ platform has published contact details for operational service institutions, Enab Baladi reports.
The price hikes in Aleppo are largely attributed to the devaluation of the Syrian pound against the US dollar, Enab Baladi writes.
A source close to the National Army told +963 Media that the factions are preparing to launch a military operation in the Manbij axis.
The ongoing developments in the Astana process reflect the intricate international and regional dynamics shaping the Syrian conflict, Athr Press says.
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The HTS-affiliated Salvation Government’s Political and Military Operations Departments called on the Alawite community to join the national project for a united Syria, free from oppression and sectarianism
UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen warned that escalating violence in Syria poses a threat to the entire region
Jolani hinted at the possibility of HTS dissolving itself to facilitate the unification of civil and military structures under a broader framework, Syria TV reports.
Pezeshkian said that the focus of his recent phone conversations with the leaders of neighbouring countries had been to prevent “terrorists” from sparking further conflict in the region, according to al-Baath.
Syria reiterated that the threat of terrorism is not confined to any one country, but instead spreads across borders with the aim of creating chaos and destruction, al-Watan writes.
Tensions between HTS and the SNA factions heightened after HTS demanded that the latter evacuate positions they controlled north of Aleppo, +963 Media writes.
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During his lengthy imprisonment, Mohammed endured severe physical and psychological torture.
The Kremlin-affiliated newspaper VZ described Aleppo’s fall as the opening of a second war front against Russia in Syria, Bassem Mekdad writes in al-Modon.
Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, Samar al-Sibai, presented an overview of the ministry’s efforts, alongside those of NGOs and civil society organizations, to support the displaced
Hadi al-Bahra emphasized that the opposition would continue fighting until the Syrian government fully commits to the UN peace process and political transition.
Sources reported to Athr Press that local armed groups recently attacked the Khirbet Ghazala checkpoint on the Daraa-Damascus international road.
Turkish society has historically viewed Aleppo as an extension of Anatolia, Ahmed Ghannam says in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Under the banner of the “battle to deter aggression,” opposition factions continue to score major victories over the Syrian regime, Hibr Press reports.
Mohammed al-Jassim’s journey from an uneducated agricultural worker to powerful warlord exemplifies the chaotic transformation of Syria’s revolution into a fractured landscape of opportunistic factions.
Araqchi’s visit comes at a time when the Syrian regime is reportedly at its weakest, +963 Media writes.
Adding to the regime’s woes is the fear of new frontlines opening in the Badia region, Fatima Yassin writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The residents have called on international organizations to exert pressure on the opposition to allow their evacuation and enable them to move toward areas controlled by the Syrian regime, Sawt al-Asima writes.
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Gideon Sa’ar said Israel should “explore ways to increase cooperation” with the Kurdish minority in northern Syria, Shaam Network writes.
Enab Baladi’s correspondent in Daraa reported that regime forces opened fire on a demonstration in the city of Inkhil, located north of Daraa
Like many oppressed peoples, Syrians cling to fleeting moments of triumph that momentarily lift their spirits after years of despair, Wael Sawah argues in Daraj.
Russian sources revealed that President Assad held important, unannounced talks with President Putin at the Kremlin on Friday, al-Watan says.
The pro-government Athr Press said that the Syrian army regained control of several key villages, including Souran, Taybet el-Imam, and Halfaya.
The League of Arab States expressed deep concern over Syria’s escalating situation.
The success of Operation Deterrence of Aggression has been attributed to the unprecedented unity among opposition factions, coordinated under the Joint Military Operations Room.
The recent clashes stem from a combination of unresolved territorial disputes, strategic maneuvering by local factions, and shifting alliances among international stakeholders.
The death of Brigadier General Keyomarth Pourhashemi, commander of Iranian military advisors in Aleppo, is a major outcome of the offensive.
A military source from the opposition factions told the +963 Media that ten opposition fighters were killed in the clashes, while more than 35 government soldiers, including officers, were killed.
Syria TV says the new law specifically targets graduates in the following educational disciplines: mathematics, life sciences, physics, chemistry, English, French, Russian, literature, and primary education.
In 2011, the public sector employed 3.5 million Syrians, but only 1.8 million remain today, according to Imad al-Din al-Musbah, a former advisor to the Damascus Labour Union.
The Deputy UN Envoy affirmed that a comprehensive solution, in line with Security Council Resolution 2254, is the only viable path forward for Syria, al-Watan writes.
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This escalation underscores the volatile situation in northwestern Syria, with heightened hostilities disrupting daily life and forcing civilians to flee for safety, Syria TV writes.
The General Establishment for Road Transport reported that multiple bridges connecting Homs and Lebanon were destroyed, al-Baath writes.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday evening that the cabinet had approved a ceasefire agreement with Lebanon.
The court ordered the defendant to attend an intellectual rehabilitation program and deradicalization measures, according to al-Masdar.
The 30-year extension of CMA CGM’s contract signals a weakening of Iran’s ability to exert pressure on the Syrian regime, Enab Baladi writes.
The Moscow Platform recently held a virtual meeting on November 24 to further expand its membership, according to Enab Baladi.
The Interim Government, which administers areas controlled by the Syrian opposition in northern Syria, issued a statement confirming that the National Army had been ordered to retaliate intensively against the sources of fire, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The SDPC highlighted both the possibilities and limitations of Syrian dialogue.
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The United Nations defines violence against women as one of the most widespread human rights violations globally, Enab Baladi reports.
Fidan suggested that the existing Astana framework for resolving the Syrian crisis should be replaced with a more effective structure, Athr Press says.
Israeli warplanes have targeted the Jousiya crossing in the Qusayr area of the Homs border countryside with Lebanon for the fourth time in a month.
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The measure follows citizens’ concerns about becoming targets of Israeli strikes due to an Iranian individual renting a unit in their buildings, Syria TV writes.
The Afrin Liberation Forces—a military group asserting independence from the SDF—claimed responsibility for similar operations in the al-Bab and Afrin countryside, Syria TV writes.
The Coalition called for an immediate cessation of support for the SDF, Syria TV says.
Over the years, the regime has dealt harshly with artists who oppose it, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The Moscow Platform for the Syrian Opposition revealed on Monday that it has finalized a cooperation document with a Syrian Kurdish party, opposition bodies, and prominent political figures.
“The destructive role of the United States is evident in its efforts to maintain global hegemony,” Syria said.
The Syrian regime has refined the cruel tactic of using starvation as a weapon of War : the destruction or confiscation of agricultural crops, combined with the manipulation of food markets to inflate prices, Syria TV says.
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Many Syrians have to choose between deportation to areas controlled by the Syrian regime, or serve 18 months in prison on charges of threatening Bulgarian national security, according to Enab Baladi.
The discussions on the withdrawal of Turkish forces from Syria could only take place “after the adoption of a new constitution and the holding of free elections”, Fidan said.
The Assembly recently revoked the membership of three other members after it was discovered they had obtained foreign nationalities, according to Athr Press.
The UN envoy to Syria acknowledged the Syrian government’s efforts and the facilities provided to refugees arriving from Lebanon, al-Baath says.
Larijani’s messages focused on strengthening ties with the “resistance front” and coordinating efforts to address the growing regional challenges, according to 963 Media.
The United Nations Special Envoy for Syria, Geir Pedersen, met with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi in Amman on Tuesday to advance efforts for a political solution to the Syrian crisis.
Three vehicles, transporting 11 senior leaders, entered Iraq through the al-Qaim crossing, Syria TV
According to U.S. and Israeli officials, Assad might collaborate given his growing discontent with Iran’s presence in Damascus, Adnan Ali writes in Syria TV.
President Pezeshkian highlighted the importance of intensifying mutual visits between the officials of both countries to serve their shared interests, al-Watan writes.
Russian actions serve a dual purpose, with the new observation points aiming to reassure Israel that southern Syria “will not pose a threat to it from Iranian-backed factions in the region”, 963 Media writes.
The Italian Foreign Minister aligns the appointment of a new ambassador “aligns with the message we sent to Borrell… to spotlight Syria”, Athr Press
Syria has failed to comply with an International Court of Justice (ICJ) order issued a year ago to take measures to prevent acts of torture, Human Rights Watch (HRW) reported on November 16.
“The Palestinian cause continues to receive strong and widespread support from nations that uphold international law”, Ambassador Qusay Al-Dahhak said, according to al-Baath.
Children in Syria have also been deprived of their right to education, while the lack of basic healthcare services has severely impacted their physical health, Syria TV writes.
Sources close to the area confirmed that unidentified bodies and injuries have been brought to Palmyra Hospital as a result of the Israeli airstrikes, Shaam Network writes.
Hundreds of schools have been destroyed in Syria after attacks from the regime or Russia, Enab Baladi writes.
Turkish Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced the arrest of 51 smugglers and 1,644 “illegal” migrants during an operation named Kalkan, Enab Baladi writes.
Following this statement, Erdogan hinted at the possibility of launching a new military operation in northern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Analysts have observed that President Assad appears to be pivoting towards Arab countries capable of financing Syria’s reconstruction.
According to several Syrian pharmaceutical factory owners, securing raw materials for pharmaceuticals continues to be a significant challenge for the Syrian pharmaceutical industry, Athr Press writes.
The current economic situation in Syria, combined with the lack of job opportunities in both the public and private sectors, has led to the rise of a new work model that deviates from the traditional one, al-Watan writes.
Iranian Defense Minister Aziz Nasirzadeh arrived to Damascus shortly after Ali Larijani, senior advisor to the Iranian Supreme Leader, left, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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Media reports have revealed that the salaries of many Syrian members of Iran-affiliated militias in Deir-ez-Zor have been suspended, Syria TV writes.
The Syrian regime’s National Security Office recently issued a directive limiting the activities of Palestinian factions in Damascus. According to the local website Sawt al-Asema,
In a special statement to Al-Watan, the movement’s representative in Syria, Ismail al-Sindawi, denounced that “the brutal Zionist assault” against its offices.
Lavrentiev said Russia’s military mandate in Syria does not include preventing arms transfers to Lebanon via Syria, an issue that Israel must address directly with Iran and the Syrian regime without expecting Russian intervention, Basheer Al-Baker said in Al-Modon.
Political analyst Ali Fadlallah, who is closely aligned with Iraqi factions, told Shaam Network that “Iraqi factions use Syrian territory to strike Israeli targets in order to avoid embarrassing the Iraqi government”
The factory, built at an estimated cost of $50 million, originated in 2004 during former Iranian President Mohammad Khatami’s tenure and was inaugurated in 2007, +963 Media.
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If the U.S. withdraws from Syria, the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) will move toward Damascus, Athr Press reports.
Israeli airstrikes on the Mazzeh and Qudsaya areas in Damascus and its countryside resulted in 15 deaths and 16 injuries, according to official statistics, Enab Baladi reports.
Syrian Defense Minister General Ali Mahmoud Abbas met with his Iranian counterpart, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, in Damascus, al-Thawra writes.
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Israel seems to be seeking fundamental geographical changes along its borders with Syria, Lebanon, Gaza, and possibly the West Bank, Fatima Yassin writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a pattern similar to its ongoing bombardment of Lebanon, Israel has significantly intensified airstrikes in Syria, Enab Baladi writes.
The meeting addressed the strong bilateral ties between Syria and Iran, al-Baath writes.
Hamsho’s dismissal from the People’s Assembly follows a broader trend, with other members also removed for holding foreign citizenship, 963 Media writes,
Tohmeh also underscored his support for rapprochement between Damascus and Ankara, Syria TV says.
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President al-Assad underscored Syria’s commitment to the historic rights of the Palestinian people, al-Baath says.
The new residential complex was built by Qatar Charity in partnership with the Turkish Humanitarian Relief Foundation, Syria TV writes.
The timing of these airstrikes, which coincide with the visit of Ali Larijani, underscores Israel’s continued campaign against sites and figures in Syria associated with Iranian and Palestinian organizations.
“What you call today the Free Army will be the army of the republic in the future”, Guler said, according to Enab Baladi.
Lavrentiev noted that Moscow had filed a formal protest with Israel after a strike near Hemeimeem, al-Watan writes.
Bahra notes that while Syria may not be a top priority for Trump, it remains closely linked to other international and regional issues that are likely to take precedence
“The Syrian community in Michigan is eager to advocate for Syrians and hopes that Trump’s policies will offer more support than his predecessor’s,” a member of the diaspora told al-Modon.
Lavrentiev emphasized that Moscow strongly opposes Israeli raids targeting Syria, according to Athr Press. But he added: “It’s wise to recognize that they [Israel] are very clever and will take steps to ensure their own survival.”
Sawt al-Asima has learned from private sources that Al-Fadel Company for Money Transfers has closed its Mezzeh branch, one of the largest in Syria, despite the company’s official management being located in the governorate square.
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Regarding his potential meeting with Assad, Erdogan expressed optimism about the possibility of holding talks to put “Syrian-Turkish relations on the right track, Syria TV says,
A member of Iran-affiliated factions in Deir-ez-Zor who requested anonymity for fear of arrest or prosecution reported to North Press that two months ago, his salary was abruptly cut off.
Diplomatic sources told Athr Press that “The United States can only end its presence in the region through a comprehensive agreement with Turkey.”
The three countries reiterated their commitment to Syria’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity, according to Shaam News.
Evident signs of Assad’s shift toward the “axis of moderation” emerged after the Manama summit in May 2024, Shawkat Gharzeldin writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a series of intensified airstrikes over October and November, Israel has targeted and killed key Hezbollah leaders operating in Syria, +963 media writes.
A source within the pro-Iranian factions confirmed to +963 that “an expanded meeting took place, bringing together the leaders of the IRG and their allied factions”.
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Israeli airstrikes on Monday targeted areas in the Homs province countryside in central Syria, marking an escalation in attacks against Hezbollah-linked sites.
During his speech, President Assad emphasized that the Palestinian cause remains central to regional stability and justice, al-Baath writes.
Syria TV has learned from security sources that Israel has been coordinating security efforts with the Syrian regime for some time to reduce Iran’s influence.
The recent remarks by Minister of Internal Trade Louay al-Munajjid, in which he criticized the pricing mechanisms adopted by his ministry, continue to reverberate in commercial circles, al-Mashhad writes.
These diplomatic engagements signal Syria’s commitment to bolstering alliances with neighboring Arab nations, al-Baath writes.
The U.S. special envoy to Syria during Trump’s first term expressed concern over the possible consequences of this decision, Syria TV writes.
One prominent shift between Trump’s first and current terms is the normalization of relations between Syria and several Arab nations, Athr Press writes.
Assad’s path is far from simple, wedged between Iran’s entrenched influence and substantial incentives from Arab countries intent on curtailing that influence, Abdalla Al-As’ad writes in Syria TV.
According to Syrian state media, the explosions heard near the city of al-Safira were the result of Israeli shelling on a scientific research complex, Sawt al-Asima writes.
For the second time in a week, Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes against multiple locations in the Sayyida Zainab area south of Damascus, Shaam Network writes.
In the lead-up to the Astana negotiations, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported that Turkish and Russian intelligence officers held a meeting at the Russian checkpoint near the village of Tarnaba, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The two platforms further pledged to work together to activate the role of the Negotiating Commission, according to Athr Press.
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During his presidency from 2017 to 2021, Donald Trump made several significant decisions regarding Syria, many of which provoked the ire of his local partner, the Syrian Democratic Forces.
“Sanctions on the Syrian regime ensure that individuals who have committed heinous crimes cannot enter the UK”, the British envoy said.
The National Counterterrorism Prosecutor suspects that, in his capacity as governor, Mayaleh provided financial support to a regime accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity, Enab Baladi writes.
The rise in illegal logging across Syria has expanded beyond forests to include fruit-bearing trees, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Badr Jamous congratulated Trump for earning the confidence of American voters.
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A political analyst told +963 Media that lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria depends on achieving a political solution aligned with UN Resolution 2254.
The Netherlands and other European nations are exploring new strategies for voluntary returns, Wafa Alloush writes for Syria TV.
Lawyer Muhannad Baraka told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that the names were provided by police officers and that the Public Prosecution played a role in initiating the cases.
Former spokesman for the Army of Islam, Magdy Nehmeh, has been detained in France for five years under suspicion of committing gross human rights violations, Damas Post writes.
The Chairman of the Budget and Accounts Committee highlighted the need to increase financial allocations for governorates affected by terrorism and the recent earthquake disaster, al-Baath writes.
Syrians brace for inevitable disappointment as Europe appears to bend to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s pressure for a shift in EU policy toward the Damascus regime, Ali Safar writes in Syria TV.
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Iran’s alleged aim to establish a drug trafficking corridor targeting Israel and Jordan has only intensified local resistance, 963 media writes.
Swedish Immigration Minister Johan Forssell emphasized the need for effective legislation to carry out deportations swiftly, Syria TV writes.
The United Nations has launched the “Early Recovery Strategy” across all territories of the Syrian Arab Republic for a period of five years, al-Watan reports.
Since her arrival in Germany, Ilham Ahmed, has been actively promoting the administration’s vision and projects, Enab Baladi writes.
The strike resulted in two fatalities and five injuries among Lebanese Hezbollah members, +963 Media reports.
Trump’s approach to Syria has been marked by volatility and an inconsistent strategy, Wael Sawah writes in +963 Media.
The Minister of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection noted that the Ministry’s responsibilities were based on policies from the 1950s and 1960s, according to al-Watan.
Many locals believe the fires are deliberate, with fingers pointing at Yassar al-Assad, cousin of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Syria TV writes.
Enab Baladi reported that Syria’s parliament authorized the prosecution of two MPs, Ayham Grikos and Madloul al-Aziz, signalling a wave of investigations into parliamentary members.
Notably, Israel’s announcement of the arrest of a figure in Quneitra coincided with a kidnapping operation in the Batroun area of northern Lebanon, which targeted a “senior member” of Lebanese Hezbollah.
Diplomatic sources told al-Modon that Damascus is signaling its willingness to play a significant role in controlling borders and preventing smuggling.
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Athr Press says that while Trump expressed a desire to withdraw and initiated plans for it, his decision-making was often inconsistent, influenced by his political mood.
One person was killed and seven others were injured due to fires that erupted in large areas around Qardaha, located in the Lattakia countryside in western Syria, Syria TV reports.
Lavrov recalled that Damascus’s conditions for rapprochement include the return of northern Syrian territory currently controlled by Turkey, according to al-Masshad.
The new SDF curriculum emphasizes Kurdish as the primary language in schools, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Protesters voiced their rejection of de facto authorities and refusal to “dialogue with those who violate human rights,” according to Syria TV.
Anonymous sources have revealed to Syria TV that Syrian security forces recently detained Shaher al-Shaher, a figure closely associated with the inner circle of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
The renewal is the second for the company, whose first renewal ended in October, as reported by Syria Report on Tuesday, October 29.
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The General Secretariat of the Syrian Democratic Track announced last Saturday the conclusion of its founding conference in Brussels, +963 Media writes.
Israel launched an airstrike on Thursday afternoon, targeting the city of Al-Qusayr in Homs’ southern countryside, reportedly causing civilian casualties.
Political analyst Mohammad Jazzar told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that Syria’s apparent shift, especially since the October “Operation Al-Aqsa Flood,” reflects a preference for strengthening ties with Arab states.
Minister Sabbagh concluded by reiterating Syria’s vision for a pluralistic approach to security, emphasizing cooperation over conflict and unity over division, al-Baath writes.
Sources told al-Watan that this change was influenced by a veto communicated by U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd James Austin to his Turkish counterpart, Yasar Guler.
A group of prominent Syrian Americans has formally endorsed Kamala Harris for President and Tim Walz for Vice President.
Despite calls for reform, the Syrian government continues to repress those it deems a threat.
Abdi voiced concern over how reduced coalition presence could affect the region’s security, Syria TV says.
Sources suggest that Ankara’s pressure on al-Nusra is to avert a potential military operation that could undermine agreements with Russia, al-Watan says.
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The Secretary of the Russian Security Council, Sergei Shoigu, has called for increased political and economic support for the Syrian regime and for strengthening normalization processes at the Arab and regional levels.
The minister noted that the ministry has developed a project aimed at improving the business environment in Syria, al-Watan writes.
Despite ongoing airstrikes in Damascus, Homs, and Deir-ez-Zor, Syrian regime forces have not provided official statements regarding these incidents, Shaam Network writes.
The Syrian Investigative Journalism Unit mentions cases like that of Sariya, a minor from Hama arrested in 2011 at age 15 & executed by a military court, Daraj writes.
Education Minister Mohammad Amer al-Mardini stated yesterday that most implicated students are children of “prominent figures”, Sawt al-Asima reports.
Reports indicate that Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has begun reducing the influence of his brother Maher’s economic network, Daraj writes.
Russia seeks to persuade Iran not to launch attacks from Syrian territory, Syria TV says.
Abdel Halim Suleiman, an independent journalist in northern Syria, criticized the official media for not addressing the serious damage to national infrastructure in the region, 963 Media reports.
As reported by Al-Baath newspaper, these employees allegedly adjusted students’ grades in exchange for substantial sums of money.
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The Dahadil neighborhood at the southern entrance to Damascus experienced clashes between the Syrian regime’s intelligence and an armed cell hiding in a house, al-Modon writes.
Amnesty International urged the United States to urgently provide humanitarian assistance to displaced people in Rukban camp, which is under US control.
Currently, northern Syria’s dental workforce numbers 817 dentists for a population of approximately 5.4 million, Syria TV writes.
The Al-Tanf base holds significant geopolitical importance, frequently cited as a security point for Israeli operations in Syria and a key site in the US strategy to counter IS and other regional threats.
A government meeting extensively discussed the necessary role of the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority, according to Tishreen.
In Mezzeh, a neighbourhood reshaped by geopolitical stakes, the lives of ordinary people are caught in a struggle that has fundamentally altered their community, 963 Media writes.
The SIC emphasizes that moving beyond Syria’s painful past requires justice as a precondition, Enab Baladi writes.
Minister Araghchi expressed gratitude for Syria’s firm stance in denouncing the Israeli attack, al-Baath says.
Syria TV said the European Union continues to uphold the “three no’s” policy—rejecting normalization, lifting sanctions, or participating in reconstruction efforts without significant progress in the political process.
“Our Operations Are Limited to Syria”, the SDF commander said, according to +963 media.
Speaking to reporters during his return flight from the BRICS summit in Kazan, Erdogan stated, “Ankara expects Damascus to recognize that genuine normalization will also benefit it.”
Today’s news round on Syria highlighted a series of escalating regional tensions and their impact on Syria. Israel’s recent strikes on Iranian targets have prompted
Jalali also underscored the importance of mutual support for the two nations’ positions on global issues, al-Baath writes.
The Syrian regime announced earlier this month plans to demobilize batches of officers and reserve soldiers as part of a new military restructuring strategy, according to Syria TV.
Mazloum Abdi, commander-in-chief of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), condemned the attacks as “indiscriminate and unjustified”, +963 Media writes.
The Assembly granted permission to prosecute Mujahid Ismail and Khaled Zubeidi, but did not provide specific reasons or further details, Hashtag Syria writes.
Experts in management science suggest that retirement at sixty is no longer appropriate given the potential value of a sixty-year-old citizen’s accumulated experience, vitality, and productivity, al-Mashhad writes.
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Since December 31, 2023, the Iraqi resistance has been consistently targeting the occupied Golan and Palestine, Athr Press says.
The al-Fadil exchange and remittance company has denied reports claiming it received threats from Israeli sources accusing it of financing the Lebanese group Hezbollah.
Several areas in the Quneitra countryside, including al-Qahtaniyah, experienced artillery shelling from the Israeli army last Sunday, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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The assault occurred shortly after eight soldiers from the 18th Division of the Syrian government forces were killed in an ambush by ISIS, 963 Media writes.
Hamieh’s role extends far beyond simple smuggling operations
Hamsho, a long-standing member of the People’s Assembly since 2012, follows Shadi al-Dabsi, whose membership was similarly revoked on October 10th for holding Turkish citizenship, Syria TV writes.
Russia announced on Monday the death of a naval officer in Syria, though the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, Syria TV writes.
From October 22 to 24, Russia is hosting the BRICS summit in Kazan, featuring over 20 world leaders, 963 media reports.
While Syrian regime media reported that the attack occurred on the Lebanese side, the “Voice of the Capital” website suggested it hit the Wadi al-Harir area, which lies between Lebanon and Syria.
The Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), the armed wing of the Autonomous Administration, has announced the restructuring of the “Deir-ez-Zor Military Council”, al-Watan writes.
The current U.S. movements indicate a clear strategy to strengthen their defensive posture against possible cross-border threats, Athr Press says.
It seems likely that Israel will not be content with its limited ground incursion into Syria, al-Modon writes.
Sources confirmed to Al-Watan that leaders of the Levant Front have ordered intensified training courses for their members at affiliated training camps, particularly in Azaz.
According to a local source speaking to +963, the explosion occurred at the entrance of the al-Sharqiya roundabout near the Golden Mazzeh Hotel.
The Syrian interim government called on the United Nations to pressure the SDF to cease imposing curricula that are “contrary to values and culture”, Syria TV says.
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King Abdullah’s message is a joint Israeli-American directive to Assad, possibly a final warning, emphasizing the need for Syria to sever its ties with Tehran, Tafaseel Press says.
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Current generation levels fall short of actual demand, al-Baath writes.
Minister Safadi conveyed a verbal message to President al-Assad from King Abdullah II of Jordan, addressing several bilateral and regional issues, including the ongoing Syrian crisis.
This decision follows two days of clashes between the Levant Front and the Suqour al-Shamal Brigade, Athr Press notes.
While Assad controls a repressive regime along the north-south axis of Syria’s major cities, the autonomous administration in Northeast Syria has established itself as a comparatively stable and secure region, Syria TV writes.
Residents in the area were informed that Israeli planes had dropped warning leaflets due to the presence of Hezbollah in the vicinity.
Dr. Adnan Humaidan, Director of the Central Bureau of Statistics, has confirmed that while the Bureau continues its efforts to improve operations and expand its surveys, a severe shortage of human resources remains a significant challenge
Citizens described the price hikes as “sudden,” especially after a period of significant declines, Tishreen writes.
Bahra emphasized the need for dialogue under the guidance of the Ministry of Defense to prevent further bloodshed, Syria TV writes.
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced sanctions against three Syrian individuals involved in the production and trade of Captagon, which financially supports the Syrian regime and its allies.
The chargé d’affaires of the Iraqi embassy in Damascus reaffirmed Iraq’s steadfast position of supporting Syria and respecting its sovereignty, without interfering in its internal affairs.
This assault by Israel adds to the escalating tensions in the region, Syria says.
This news round on Syria covers several critical developments. In Latakia, an Israeli airstrike targeted a weapons depot, causing injuries and triggering explosions, as tensions
Badr Jamous expressing concerns that the conflict in Lebanon could lead to new demographic shifts in Syria.
“Syria’s future remains uncertain: will it face repercussions for resisting Israeli expansion or be rewarded for its neutrality?”, Abeer Nasr asks.
“The meeting will definitely take place,” Bogdanov stated, according to al-Baath.
The statement reaffirmed the Salvation Government’s commitment to taking all necessary measures to defend civilians and uphold their right to live in safety and dignity in their homeland.
One particularly devastating strike hit a sawmill near Idlib city, killing 5 people and injuring over 10 workers, some of whom remain in critical condition, Syria TV writes.
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Commenting on the Russian escalation, Rashid Hourani, a military affairs researcher at the Jusoor Center for Studies, stated that the objective is to send warning messages to opposition factions, Enab Baladi reports.
A prominent economic researcher and university professor recently presented a preliminary overview of the draft general budget for 2025. Dr. Mounir al-Hamash told Al-Mashhad that
The Russian airstrikes coincided with a visit from a UN delegation to the area, al-Hal Net writes.
Rasha Siroub, an economics professor at Quneitra University, emphasized that poverty and food insecurity, affecting more than 80% and 90% of Syrians respectively, are the most pressing challenges the new government must address, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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The Council reiterated that support and facilities for compensating earthquake victims must not compromise the efficiency and transparency of legal, financial, and accounting procedures.
Hezbollah’s security and military presence along the Syrian-Lebanese border has increasingly transformed into a significant social presence, as families continue to migrate from its stronghold
Over the past two years, Israeli incursions into Syrian territory have been frequent, involving the bulldozing of points, sites, and agricultural lands to facilitate road construction, al-Modon writes.
The U.S. occupation forces have bolstered their base in Shaddadi and relocated air defense systems from the Conoco gas field to the Al-Omar oil field in Deir-ez-Zor, al-Watan writes.
The Israeli army confirmed that “a drone entered Israeli airspace from Syria and fell in an open area north of the Golan Heights,” with no injuries reported.
Palestinian factions in Damascus are worried that further security decisions could halt their activities or close their offices, according to Syria TV.
According to Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the division’s leadership issued orders prohibiting the transfer of weapons or the accommodation of Hezbollah members and Iranian militias within the 4th Division’s headquarters and bases.
Israeli media has reported plans to establish what it calls a “security fence” along the border with Syria, following an incursion by Israeli military forces into Syrian territory in the Quneitra region last week.
Observers agree that the continued rise in fuel prices will further increase the cost of goods, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The expert raises several unanswered questions regarding the 2025 budget, particularly concerning support for small and medium enterprises, social support allocations, and the implications of Syrian refugees returning, as well as the influx of Lebanese migrants, al-Mashhad reports.
In a statement released on October 12, the operations room affirmed its commitment to “any military development and revolutionary entitlement” to defend and protect civilians and their sanctities, Enab Baladi writes.
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The Syrian Army has significantly reinforced its positions around Aleppo and Idlib, the pro-government al-Watan writes.
The Syrian regime’s Customs Department reported that from September 23 to midday Saturday, 373,181 displaced individuals arrived from Lebanon, including 118,275 Lebanese nationals.
The Syrian Badia region frequently experiences attacks targeting regime forces
Abu al-Nasr Jamran assured that “there is no Zionist incursion, and life is proceeding as normal.”
In addition to claiming factual errors, the airline asserts that the sanctions violate the general principle of proportionality, Shaam Network writes.
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Erdogan claimed that Israel’s intentions to occupy Damascus after Lebanon could bring Israeli forces to Turkey’s border, Enab Baladi writes.
Mezzeh has become a preferred location for many members of Hezbollah and the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, especially in light of recent events in Lebanon, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
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This month alone, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights has reported multiple strikes on Mezzeh, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Syria TV reported the incursion of Israeli tanks and vehicles that have started constructing a military dirt road in the Golan region of Syrian territory.
Most men prefer to send their families—women and children—back to Syria, al-Modon writes.
Zakharova criticized the routine nature of such actions, al-Watan writes.
Bahra warned Syria will remain trapped in conflict if the regime continues o exploit legal and political instruments to maintain its grip on power.
A medical source reported to Syria TV that the bodies of the two deceased Iranians were brought to the Hama National Hospital shortly after the strike.
Five arrested individuals were found with $3,500 and 31.6 million Syrian pounds, Enab Baladi reports.
Minister Lavrov remarked that the “Astana format has proven effective as a mechanism for promoting a comprehensive resolution to the Syrian crisis,” acknowledging that “more work is needed.”
The HTS and its allies are showing a growing sense of confidence, which could be dangerously misplaced, Ernest Khoury argues in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Social media platforms were filled with tributes to the victims, among them Dr. Rahaf Abdul Rahim Qamhia, a resident doctor specializing in nephrology at the Damascus Health Directorate.
Damascus University has made its debut in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, becoming the first Syrian institution to secure a position in this prestigious listing.
Surrounded by his children and wife, Syrian regime forces arrested a young man from Daraa as he returned from Lebanon through the Jdeidet Yabous crossing on the Syrian-Lebanese border, Enab Baladi writes.
The Council of Ministers prioritized supporting expatriate Lebanese and returning Syrian citizens, praising ongoing efforts to provide assistance and facilities.
The military police operating under the opposition Syrian National Army, allied with Turkey, announced the closure of a humanitarian crossing used by Syrian refugees fleeing Lebanon due to Israeli aggression, al-Araby al-Jadeed says.
Assad expressed Syria’s keenness to strengthen bilateral relations with Tunisia, according to al-Baath,
The discussions emphasized the systematic use of torture in Syria.
Avigdor Lieberman said his country could “seize the Syrian part of Mount Hermon” , North Press reports.
Bashar Barhoum, previously detained in Syrian intelligence prisons, recently mocked Hezbollah and Iranian militias on his Facebook page, Damas Post reports.
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The process of Cabinet Formation is heavily influenced by the General Intelligence Department, according to Syria TV.
Assad’s debt to Iran is substantial, both financially and politically, Omar Kaddour writes in al-Modon.
Both Haitham Ali al-Tabtabai and Munir Ali Naim Shaito (Hajj Hashem) are integral figures within Hezbollah’s military leadership.
Zaiter’s relocation was allegedly coordinated with Wasim al-Assad, a prominent Syrian figure also involved in drug trafficking, Syria TV says.
Exports to Lebanon have halted due to road blockages between the two countries.
Media sources close to the SDF indicated that the blockade was intended to prevent militants from Assad’s militias from escaping to support armed robbery gangs in southern Hassakeh, Shaam Network writes.
“”The liberated areas have seen thousands of families returning from Lebanon”, Bahra said.
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The Syrian Negotiation Commission hosted a multi-session seminar in Berlin, featuring the German envoy to Syria, Stefan Schneck.
The Konrad Adenauer Foundation has published a report about the dynamics within the community amidst the Syrian war.
Enab Baladi said renewed protests erupted at the start of the new school year in response to the curriculum the AANES is attempting to implement in local educational institutions.
Four Syrian women are running in Belgium’s municipal elections on October 13, aiming to positively impact both the Syrian community and Belgian society.
A military commander close to HTS told Syria TV that preparations are underway, including planting defensive mines and cancelling leave for its members.
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The Committee for Reviewing Administrative Leadership Positions held its first meeting at the Prime Minister’s Office, as per Decision No. 43/M.W. issued by Prime Minister Al Jalali
President Bashar al-Assad met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his delegation to discuss the strategic relationship between Syria and Iran, reaffirming its importance
Mekdad’s pragmatism has been instrumental in preserving Syria’s ties with Arab states, al-Araby al-Jadeed says.
The industrial city of Hisyah, located in the countryside of Homs, was subjected to Israeli shelling on Sunday. Amer Khalil, the director of the industrial
Israel might be planning a deeper penetration into southern Syria, aimed at pushing Iranian militias further from its border, al-Araby al-Jadeed says.
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The strikes reportedly targeted multiple locations in the Mezzeh Villas neighbourhood, with speculation that a key meeting of regime and Iranian officials had been the primary target.
Al-Araby al-Jadeed says the reception of displaced individuals is coordinated between the crisis cell in the Autonomous Administration and its representation in Lebanon.
The ambassador strongly condemned Israel’s actions in Lebanon and Syria, accusing it of attempting to reoccupy parts of Lebanese territory and threatening Arab national security.
Firas al-Fahal, head of the ambulance department at Mouwasat Hospital, noted that the hospital received two killed and several panic-stricken individuals, Syria TV says.
The fuel shortage under the regime’s government has led to a transportation crisis in major cities like Damascus, Aleppo, and Homs, Enab Baladi writes.
This attack occurred after the arrival of an Iranian plane, marking the first strike on Lattakia Airport, Syria TV says.
Faisal Mekdad was sworn in as Vice President of the Republic before President Bashar al-Assad on October 2, 2024, raising the question: does this signify a promotion or a demotion for the seasoned diplomat?
This wave of displacement coincides with significant movement towards al-Qusayr and its surrounding regions, Damas Post writes.
Confidential sources informed Syria TV that Israeli tanks are positioned near the town of Hader in the Quneitra countryside.SU
The prices for dairy products have soared, with a kilogram of sheep cheese costing up to 100 Turkish liras, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Yasser Akreem, a member of the Damascus Chamber of Commerce, called for easing or completely removing the stringent regulations that restrict access to the Syrian lira from banks, al-Baath reports.
At least nine Syrian refugees returning from Lebanon were arrested since intensified Israeli airstrikes on September 23, the SNHR said.
The United States has confirmed that its military base located at the “Conoco” gas field in Syria’s eastern Deir-ez-Zor countryside was hit by missile attacks, though no American forces were injured.
Israeli aircraft conducted a second wave of airstrikes on Syrian territory Tuesday afternoon, targeting military positions in southern Syria, including two airports, al-Modon reports.
Journalist Safaa Ahmad was killed in the early hours of Tuesday due to an Israeli airstrike that targeted multiple locations in Damascus.
From the outset, the Aga Khan Foundation has aligned itself with the regime, whose clear and hidden influences permeate all aspects of governance, ensuring that
Eyewitnesses indicate that temporary checkpoints have been set up throughout the city, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
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Military sources in northern Syria informed the Al-Araby al-Jadeed that on Sunday, a checkpoint of the Levant Front attacked Colonel Hassan Marei Hamada, the Minister of Defense in the Syrian Interim Government.
Regime-affiliated media often promote an image of societal “liberation” as part of a counter-narrative to the opposition, according to Fatmeh Yasin.
On Sunday afternoon, September 29, an Israeli drone targeted an illegal Hezbollah crossing between the towns of Yafour and Kafr Fawq on the Syrian-Lebanese border, Sawt al-Asima says.
Shaaban participated in the celebration hosted by the Chinese embassy in Damascus to mark the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China.
“Syria is not in a position to open a new front in the south,” a Syrian delegation told Hezbollah, according to Syria TV.
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At dawn on Monday, a US helicopter conducted a landing operation in al-Shuhail, a city in the al-Jazeera region east of Deir-ez-Zor., Athr Press reports.
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NGOs in Damascus and its surrounding areas have mobilized to assist Lebanese citizens fleeing the violence, al-Baath writes.
During the Lebanese Civil War in the 1980s, Syria and Hezbollah found themselves on opposing sides, Syria TV writes.
Muhammad al-Hallaq, a member of the Damascus Chamber of Commerce, told al-Watan that that Syria currently has a robust stock of essential food items and commodities in its warehouses.
Lebanese Hezbollah is not merely an Iranian-backed faction; its leader, Nasrallah, was one of the most prominent leaders among Tehran-backed groups, Syria TV says.
CENTCOM indicated that these operations aim to impair the groups’ capabilities to execute attacks against US interests, Enab Baladi writes.
An official source in Quneitra governorate, who wished to remain anonymous, confirmed to Athr Press that the Israeli forces are conducting excavations along the border strip in the occupied Syrian Golan
Military and local sources in Daraa and Quneitra confirmed to Syria TV that the military situation in southern Syria and along the borders of the occupied Golan remains unchanged.
The opposition’s support for Trump is based largely on the belief that he would take a stronger stance against the Iran axis, but Syria is not a priority for him, Marwan Kabalan writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Sayyeda Zeinab area south of Damascus also saw a significant influx of families, al-Modon writes.
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The organization was founded by Iraqi Kurds and initially linked to ISIS and Al-Qaeda, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
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The Eighth Brigade comprises several local factions in Daraa that were once part of the opposition.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has documented the initial toll of 36 Syrian refugees killed in Israeli shelling targeting towns in southern Lebanon during the first days of the escalation.
Assad stressed the importance of basing government policies on facts and events rather than wishful thinking.
Dahhak expressed Syria’s vision for a future rooted in dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for the rule of law.
A Dutch official affirmed her country’s support for a political solution and the imperative to fully and rigorously implement UN Resolution 2254, Syria TV reports.
Lebanon’s multiple crises have often been accompanied by rising racism against Syrian refugees, Syria TV writes.
The education sector is grappling with a shortage of qualified staff, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
By providing an affordable solution to a simple but pressing problem, Abu Muhammad’s shoe rental store has become a symbol of resilience and ingenuity in the face of crisis.
Accurate statistics on the total number of Syrian casualties remain unclear, Syria TV says.
The attack left four members dead, including the patrol commander, Mukhtar Mahtab, al-Masdar writes.
The ongoing conflict in Syria and its regional implications have once again come into sharp focus with recent developments involving Hezbollah, Israeli airstrikes, and shifting
In August, the Ministry of Information confirmed it was collaborating with the Ministries of Interior and Justice to monitor unlicensed platforms.
Syrian security forces have arrested media activist Younis Suleiman from Tartous, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A significant portion of the recalled forces belong to Hezbollah’s elite “Radwan Unit”
The conference’s closing statement emphasized the party’s commitment to pursuing “a political solution to the Kurdish issue, strengthening self-administration, and building a democratic, decentralized Syria.”
Faisal al-Mekdad was appointed vice-president and removed from his role as foreign minister, replaced by Bassam al-Sabbagh, a long-time regime insider.
The Caesar Families Association announced on its website that the lawsuit addresses serious charges, including murder, arbitrary detention, enforced disappearance, and torture within Assad’s prisons.
Syrian National Coalition Vice President Abdul Majeed Barakat expressed surprise on Saturday, September 21, that the United States did not include the Assad regime in its list of drug-producing countries
The ongoing conflict in Syria continues to escalate with multiple actors involved, leading to deepening political and humanitarian crises. On September 20, 2024, UN Special
Wood reiterated that U.S. sanctions will remain in place until there is meaningful progress toward a political solution aligned with Resolution 2254
Over the years, HTS has consistently promoted this vision, aiming to establish itself as the legitimate voice of the Sunni community, Syria TV writes.
The initiative includes a series of training workshops and dialogue sessions, alongside the execution of various community initiatives, Enab Baladi writes.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan affirmed on September 19 that Erdogan is prepared to engage with Assad.
Critics argue that Assad’s amnesty decrees serve more as a tool for consolidating power than as a genuine step toward justice
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The Commission is actively engaged at European, regional, and Arab levels, according to Syria TV.
“Eating meat has become a distant dream for me and many others”, a man from Lattakia told North Press.
The KNC demanded the removal of the representative of the al-Amshat faction from the General Authority of the Coalition, according to Enab Baladi.
Sayasneh’s relatives received his body, which showed signs of a gunshot wound, shortly after his arrest near the town of Rakhamm North Press says.
The 47th Regiment is one of the IRGC’s most significant military formations, DEIR EZZOR 24 says.
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Israel says the Syrian regime, aided directly by Iran, has established a secret plutonium production facility in Deir-ez-Zor as part of an undisclosed nuclear project.
No government, regardless of its composition, can address Syria’s economic crisis without addressing the underlying political issue, Syria TV says.
“I have informed the European Commission that we want to regain full control of our asylum policies,” the Dutch Minister for Asylum and Migration stated in recent press remarks.
OCHA’s report from October 2023 highlights that military escalation in northwestern Syria has severely hampered access to education services
Mujahid Ismail’s criminal activities extend beyond the years of the Syrian revolution, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Ambassador Dahhak reaffirmed the Arab Group’s strong condemnation of Israel’s repeated attacks on Syria and Lebanon.
A Hezbollah official, speaking anonymously, described the pager detonations as the “biggest security breach” the group had faced in nearly a year of conflict with Israel, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
Activists in Lattakia have suggested that the arrests may be related to accusations of the detainees engaging in “suspicious activities against the regime”, Syria TV says.
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Under these contracts, volunteers will receive a monthly salary of two million Syrian pounds, as well as bonuses, Shaam Network says.
Sources told Athr Press that the continued arrival of oil shipments will help stabilize the availability of petroleum products.
The Iraqi Ministry of Migration and Displacement has refused to repatriate Iraqi citizens with security issues who are residing in al-Hol camp in eastern Syria.
Al-Watan has learned that a group, tasked with revisiting the European Union’s policy towards Syria, was formed in Brussels.
Assad participated in a ceremony on September 15 to celebrate the birth of Prophet Mohammad at the Saad bin Muath Mosque in Damascus
According to government sources cited by Al-Watan, transportation allocations in the governorates have been significantly reduced.
The situation in Syria remains highly volatile and complex, with various conflicts and tensions continuing to unfold across the country. In northern Syria, Turkish-occupied areas
The Turkish presidency clarified that while there has been significant media speculation, no formal agreement has been reached.
Al-Araby al-Jadeed said that those familiar with Syria’s political landscape over the past half-century recognize that the role of the Council of Ministers is largely symbolic.
Shaam Network received multiple appeals from Kurdish activists on Sunday urging attention to the situation in Kakhra.
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Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has issued a decree appointing Mohammad Ghazi al-Jalali to form a new government.
Mekdad emphasized that Syria’s efforts are directed toward the liberation of “every speck of soil occupied” by Turkey or the United States, according to Enab Baladi.
Washington has reiterated its opposition to holding municipal elections in northeastern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Fadel Abdel Ghani, the director of the Syrian Network for Human Rights, has labelled as “blatant lies” the recent statements made by Faisal al-Mekdad.
Makhlouf, who was granted Cypriot citizenship in 2011 under the country’s investment-based “golden passport” program, Shaam Network writes.
Wagnknecht emphasized that the current economic sanctions are hindering Syria’s recovery and preventing the restoration of its pre-war status, according to Enab Baladi.
According to Reuters, the 27-year-old aimed to “instill fear among the public and attract attention.”
Ali Reza Majidi, an Iranian expert on regional and Middle Eastern affairs, offered insights into the evolving policies of the Syrian regime following Operation Flood of al-Aqsa.
An electric busses project was also discussed during the visit of Teheran’s mayor to Damascus, al-Watan reports.
Syria TV revealed that following the airstrikes, Israeli helicopters conducted a rapid ground operation.
Mekdad clarified that Syria has not arrested any returning refugees and has dropped all political and security charges against them, Athr Press says.
Syria’s education sector is grappling with an exodus of teachers from public schools.
Upon reaching the first military security checkpoint, Abdul Ghani was arrested,
The official Syrian news agency SANA confirmed the deaths due to an Israeli drone strike, describing the car as civilian
Idlib sees daily protests predominantly led by women from Hizb ut-Tahrir, many of whom are relatives of detainees
Despite donations returning to pre-COVID levels, demand for assistance has far outpaced available resources due to rising food prices, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
In a separate meeting with Lebanese Foreign Minister Abdullah Bouhabib, Mekdad discussed existing cooperation and coordination between Syria and Lebanon.
This financial body, known as the Central Financial Policy Office, was formed in March 2024 with U.S. backing and operates under the supervision of the Executive Council of the Autonomous Administration, Syria TV says.
Mohammed Yassin al-Najjar, a former opposition minister, voiced his concerns on the X platform, questioning Turkey’s decision to limit entry to Syrians with valid passports.
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The specifics of the charge against Qasso remain unclear, according to al-Modon.
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Mekdad reiterated the need for Turkey to withdraw from northern Syria and Iraq to advance normalization efforts and restore relations
The Council also expressed its hope for the resumption of the Constitutional Committee, Athr Press reports.
More than 20 members of the Syrian government forces were killed and wounded on Tuesday in an attack by the Islamic State in the central Homs desert
Last week, a significant meeting took place at Gaziantep Airport in southern Turkey, involving representatives from the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Intelligence, along
An adviser to Prime Minister Sudani explained that Iraq is well-positioned to mediate due to its favourable relations with Syria, Turkey, Iran, and other Arab nations, according to 964 Media.
Mekdad discussed the key topics on the session’s agenda, focusing on the situation in the occupied Palestinian territories.
At a reception held at the Four Seasons Hotel in Damascus, Chargé d’Affaires Abdullah al-Harees emphasized the embassy’s commitment to advancing efforts aimed at fostering closer ties between the two nations.
Turkey’s relations with Arab League members could foster “solutions to regional challenges and future collaborative efforts”, Syria TV writes.
The absence of legislation preventing child labor and establishing a minimum working age, coupled with ongoing displacement, has worsened the crisis, Syria TV reports.
Mekdad made these remarks during a dialogue session with Syrian businessmen residing in Egypt, according to Tishreen.
HTS continues to impose new taxes on goods entering Idlib governorate, Shaam Network writes.
The regime’s Ministry of Information issued a statement expressing gratitude for the “fruitful cooperation” with the Ministries of Justice and Interior, according al-Watan.
The strikes caused widespread damage to essential services, al-Baath says.
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The recent statement serves as a public reaffirmation of the Brotherhood’s longstanding opposition to the Iranian regime.
The investigations primarily focused on identifying whether any of the passengers were from Idlib, Syria TV reports.
Support for the Levant Front has notably emerged from the peaceful movement in Azaz, which has opposed the Interim Government since last July, Enab Baladi writes.
The wealthy class in Syria appears largely unaffected by the economic decline, Hashtag Syria writes.
The Minister of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection called the exhibition one of the most significant economic events at the regional level, al-Watan reports.
Confidential sources informed Athr Press that the campaign aims to restore security to Talbiseh.
SNHR called upon the Salvation Government, as the de facto authority, to respect the work of organizations providing community services, according to Syria TV.
The group said the government should be referred to the judiciary for accountability.
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Shaam Network obtained documents and information from offices that organize travel between northern Syria and Aleppo, confirming the detention of 30 women, children, and elderly men.
The Italian coastguard announced the rescue of seven Syrians among 28 migrants whose boat sank off the coast of Lampedusa after departing from Libya.
Hashtag Syria reports that the total number of cancer patients, across all types, reached 6,766 by August.
The exhibition, which will run for five days, has attracted over 3,000 foreign businessmen and guests, al-Baath writes.
Switzerland has adopted sanctions in alignment with the European Union’s sanctions regime, Syria TV writes.
“Cyprus is pushing refugees back to Lebanon where they risk deportation to Syria”, HRW said.
Regarding the reopening of the Abu al-Zindeen crossing, the Turkish intelligence service representative clarified that the decision was purely commercial, unrelated to any political agenda, Damas Post writes.
Turkish authorities have released Syrian journalist Yassin Abu Raed approximately two weeks after his arrest in Turkey.
Established 11 years ago, Bab al-Hawa Hospital has become a cornerstone of the region’s healthcare system, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The accused father denied involvement in the crime, while his sons refused to make any statements, Sawt al-Asima writes.
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Syria said western countries are abandoning their commitment to respect property rights and the principle of state immunity.
The number of construction licenses granted also saw a significant 64% drop in 2022, Sawt al-Asima writes.
“Issa was always a cheerful and social person; he wasn’t particularly religious,”his sister Fatima told Syria TV.
This incident highlights the regime’s lack of sovereignty and control over significant portions of Syrian territory.
Observers speculate that Gabbard could have a profound influence on Trump’s policies towards Syria and Assad, Wael Merza writes for Syria TV.
A source told the pro-government al-Watan that the upcoming talks will discuss the definition and identification of terrorism.
The newspaper said Russia is expected to be the losing side in the Ukraine war, according to Syria TV.
Lavrov also addressed American attempts to establish a “quasi-state” within Syrian territory, al-Watan writes.
Turkey has deported 147 Syrian refugees from the “Emlan” deportation center in Gaziantep to the Bab al-Salam border crossing, Athr Pres writes.
The SNHR’s findings are a stark reminder of Syria’s deteriorating human rights situation.
Past projects, like the failed 2018 promise of a Syrian satellite, underscore the gap between rhetoric and reality, al-Modon notes.
The attacks resulted in six civilian injuries, including children, Shaam Network reports.
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Syrian Defense Minister General Ali Mahmoud Abbas congratulated Iran’s new Defense Minister, Brigadier General Aziz Nasirzadeh, on his appointment.
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Moscow has reaffirmed its support for the steps toward rapprochement between Turkey and Syria, al-Watan writes.
Syrian pro-regime actor Bassem Yakhour ignited a heated debate with his criticism of the rising number of Syrian refugees, particularly targeting their increasing birth rates.
On Friday, the U.S. State Department announced visa restrictions targeting 14 Syrian officials in connection with enforced disappearances.
During a meeting with UNRWA Commissioner-General Philippe Lazzarini and his delegation in Damascus on Saturday, Mekdad emphasized Syria’s unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause.
The platform criticized the SNC’s trajectory, questioning its handling of internal and international developments, according to Enab Baladi.
As images of the crash circulated, conflicting accounts emerged about the incident, Syria TV writes.
The meeting addressed the party’s support for the independence of the judiciary, al-Watan reports.
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The main challenge facing the new government is not only curbing ongoing waves of migration but also working to re-attract migrants and refugees abroad, Athr Press writes.
Pedersen expressed grave concern over Syria’s worsening humanitarian crisis, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Assad refuted claims by Turkish officials that Syria had insisted on the withdrawal of Turkish forces as a precondition, al-Modon writes.
The social and economic consequences of this crisis could reverberate for decades, Syria TV writes.
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The ministry’s spokeswoman stressed that German security interests are a top priority, according to Damas Post.
A plastic surgeon said some procedures are attracting young men almost as much as young women, Hashtag Syria reports.
A revolution is supposed to transform society, often driven by a clear vision for the future and a commitment to radical change, Wael Sawah writes.
The collective anxiety felt by the Syrian community cannot simply be attributed to a fear of stigma, al-Modon reports.
The military police detained the activists after they had completed their media coverage of the “Commercial al-Bab Exhibition”, Shaam Network writes.
The Immigration Department is working to regulate the status of Syrians who have been in Turkey for over a decade by categorizing them into four segments, according to Syria TV.
“The situation is catastrophic,” said Muhammad Haj Bakri, an economic expert, to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Firas Qaddour, Syria’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources expressed gratitude to Russia, al-Baath writes.
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“99 percent of those who go to fight in Russia will meet their end”, said a recruit from Suweida, according to Syria TV.
The minister acknowledged that the ministry has faced challenges, such as outdated competencies and a shortage of human resources, al-Watan reports.
Last Saturday, ISIS claimed responsibility for the stabbing, stating it was an act of “revenge for Muslims in Palestine, Iraq, Syria, and other Muslim countries.”
On August 20, 2024, the first documented use of suicide drones by factions of the Syrian National Army was observed, Enab Baladi writes.
Ayman Safadi has launched a campaign targeting Arab and European diplomats, accusing Damascus of not fulfilling its promises, Shaam Network reports.
Assad proposed that officials from both countries meet to agree on key issues, including: Turkish withdrawal from occupied Syrian territory, combating terrorism, and refugee issues.
A source told Syria TV that Batal was initially injured and transferred to a hospital, where he remained for four weeks under tight security by the Russian military police.
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Hilal was from the city of Saraqeb in the eastern countryside of Idlib.
Assad stated that Syria must identify the most appropriate and least harmful solutions for its current challenges, al-Baath writes.
The Ministry of Interior in Idlib announced clashes between General Security forces and an ISIS, Sawt al-Asima notes.
Ihab Jabr, an environmental activist from the city of Salamiya in Hama Governorate, highlighted the severe impact of poaching on local species
Sources within the Syrian Civil Aviation Corporation expect changes in the organization’s operations in the coming days, following the activation of an investment contract with a private company.
According to Article 64 of the 2012 constitution, Bashar al-Assad could have convened the new People’s Assembly on any day, Syria TV writes.
Louka threatened a military raid and the arrest of those who opposed the proposed settlement, Shaam Network writes.
The actual number of Syrians who have received Turkish citizenship under the “temporary protection” framework stands at 238,768, al-Watan reports.
Syria and the Finnish Relief Fund held discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation across several key areas, according to al-Baath.
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An Iranian newspaper expressed surprise at the repeated assassinations of leaders within the axis of resistance in Syria, according to Syria TV.
The organizers of the “Three Regions” Initiative have officially launched a new Syrian body dedicated to political action, Enab Baladi writes.
On Tuesday, protesters blocked commercial trucks loaded with wheat and barley, destined for regime-held areas, al-Modon writes.
Economic researcher Rasha Seroob categorized import monopolies in Syria into three types, according to Athr Press.
The Chargé d’Affaires of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Syria emphasized the “brotherly” ties between the two countries, according to al-Watan.
In Istanbul and other major cities, industrial projects have been particularly affected by the departure of Syrians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Director of the U.S. Syria Regional Platform, Nicholas Granger, met with Hadi al-Bahra, Syria TV reports.
Nabough al-Awa, a professor at the Faculty of Medicine at Damascus University, did not rule out the possibility of monkeypox reaching Syria.
The decision aims to support the operations of microfinance banks established under Law No. 8 of 2021, Enab Baladi writes.
Investigative efforts have traced the background of the three Syrian nationals associated with Iloma, Iyad Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
Stamp acknowledged that under certain conditions, refugees may be allowed to visit their home country but warned that undeclared trips could jeopardize their protection and residency status.
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In Syria, humanitarian funding has reached its lowest levels, putting immense pressure on the ability of aid organizations to deliver life-saving assistance.
This development aligns with shifts in U.S. foreign policy, particularly as the United States aims to reduce its direct military involvement in the Middle East, Damas Post writes.
The Russian and American sides signed a memorandum on “anti-collision protocols” in December 2019, according to Athr Press.
The Ministry emphasized that the health sector remains fully prepared, al-Baath reports.
The project’s focus is on providing job opportunities for Syrians in the waste collection and recycling sectors, according to Shaam Network.
The Jobar neighbourhood, located east of Damascus, has been the site of intense battles between opposition factions and Syrian regime forces since 2011
Erdogan is striving to create an “environment of peace”, Yasar Guler said, according to Syria TV.
This ruling arose from the case of a Syrian refugee who travelled six times to Assad regime-controlled areas in Syria, Shaam Network reports.
The ministry claims such content violates moral sanctity and undermines the values and national principles of Syrian society, according to Enab Baladi.
This initiative follows the July 2024 protests, triggered by racist tensions against Syrian refugees in Turkey’s Kayseri province, according to Syria TV.
Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faysal Mekdad delivered a powerful address on Saturday, highlighting the global erosion of values due to the international community’s silence
The report highlights that the Syrian regime continues to flagrantly violate its obligations under international law, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
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Jamous voiced concerns among Syrians about potential deviations from UN Resolution 2254, according to Shaam Network.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati’s team has prepared a five-point plan for Syrian refugees, which was presented to the cabinet during a session on Wednesday,
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The Assad regime is clearly embarrassed, particularly since the start of the Gaza war, Adnan Ali writes in Syria TV.
The paradox of finding virtue in war lies in the potential for growth that emerges from the ashes of destruction, Said Mahfoudh writes in Athr Press.
Jamous emphasized that the location of the meetings is less important than ensuring that they lead to substantive progress, according to Syria TV.
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Russia is attempting to rehabilitate Assad’s image on a regional and international level, Syria TV says.
The four defendants are Syrians aged between 33 and 46, including two with German citizenship, according to Enab Baladi.
In Syria, buying a house or land often requires a carload of money, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Tourist offices handling bookings to the UAE are facing chaos due to the lack of an official decision regarding the entry ban on Syrians, Sawt al-Asima says.
In an op-ed published in the pro-government al-Watan, Waddah Abd Rabbo says he wants a “political party that can formulate policies meeting the aspirations of all Syrians”.
Iran’s involvement with the Syrian Navy dates back to 2007, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The rivalry between Russia and Iran in Syria reveals underlying strategic differences, Syria TV writes.
The UN official stressed that there are European countries willing to work towards reconsideration of the sanctions, al-Watan notes.
The current extension of the crossing’s operation will expire on November 13, Athr Press writes.
The quake triggered widespread panic, particularly in Idlib, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
All roads leading to the security squares in the cities of Hassakeh and Qamishli have been reopened, Shaam Network reports.
Before the war, infant mortality was expected to drop to 16 per 1,000 live births, but due to the war, the rate increased to 21.5 per 1,000 live births in 2019.
The SDF announced in recent days that 25 members of the regime forces were killed during previous confrontations in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, Syria TV writes.
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Newly elected members would take the constitutional oath during the session, al-Watan reports.
Sources indicate that the head of the Tal City Council unlawfully granted exceptions to contractors and traders, Shaam Network writes.
The Syrian regime’s Foreign Ministry held the SDF responsible for recent clashes in the eastern governorate of Deir-ez-Zor, Shaam Network writes.
School dropout is a significant issue among Syrian children, al-Watan writes.
Syria urged the US to withdraw from Syrian territory, according to al-Baath.
Putin also encouraged Assad to open up to Turkey and drop the preconditions for normalizing relations between Damascus and Ankara, Syria TV says.
For the fourth consecutive day, SDF checkpoints continue to besiege the city center of Hassakeh, Athr Press writes.
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The regime introduced five and ten-year recruitment contracts, offering competitive salaries and other incentives, including exemptions from compulsory service after five years, according to
Brigadier General Samir Othman al-Sheikh reportedly made false statements to hide his involvement in the physical abuse of prisoners, according to Sawt al-Asima.
As of the latest statistics, approximately 150,000 Syrians are registered with the UNHCR in Egypt, Syria TV writes.
Al-Hafl’s relationship with Iran deepened after his transfer to Damascus, where he met with Iranian leaders, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian Interim Government said the attack was “bearing the fingerprints of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party”, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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The regime has removed the Chairman of the Constitutional Committee along with other members from the People’s assembly, according to Nedaa Post.
If Trump wins, US interest in Syria may wane, leaving the Syrian issue to Israeli-Russian agreements, Abdul Basit Sida writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Athr Press sources confirmed that the tribal forces seized most of the SDF positions in several towns.
Minister Mekdad also condemned “the complicity of the United States and Western countries with the crimes of the Zionist entity”, according to al-Baath.
The prominent businessman and uncle of Asma al-Assad, had evaded taxes totalling 409 billion Syrian pounds in a single year, according to Enab Baladi.
The committee retracted its previous decision to reject the government’s demand to prosecute Assembly member Rasim al-Masri, Hashtag Syria writes.
Abdelaaty stated that Egypt “supports every sincere effort to reach a comprehensive settlement of the Syrian crisis”, according to Damas Post.
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Geopolitical expert Ahmed al-Jassem pointed out that Iran and the party are trying to change the demographic composition of the border areas with Iraq, Syria TV says.
It appears the Assad regime requested Italy to appoint an ambassador to Damascus as a first step towards building trust after years of security contacts, Bassam Barbandi writes in Syria TV.
Syrian Air’s announcement of the postponement of its Damascus-Dubai flight has raised security concerns, Snack Syrian writes.
The iranian response is expected to be measured and agreed upon, according to the pro-government al-Watan.
Unknown gunmen, likely affiliated with ISIS, targeted with machine guns a military car, on Monday, killing an SDF leader, al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The talks involved an extensive exchange of views on the current situation in Syria, Syria TV says.
Today’s news round on Syria highlights several critical developments impacting regional stability and the humanitarian situation. Jordan thwarted a drug smuggling attempt from Syria, with
The Shuja al-Ali gang, backed by the Fourth Division, kidnapped five Syrian women from Daraa Governorate as they attempted to enter Lebanon, al-Modon reports.
Economist Abed Fadliya said the new government should increase work productivity in the economic and service sector, Syria Steps reports.
The Syrian National Coalition and the Syrian Negotiation Commission have categorically denied reports of a meeting with Alexander Lavrentiev
Syrian Airlines Director General Hatem Kabbas explained that “the aircraft to be acquired must be exclusively with Russian engines to avoid Western sanctions, Sawt al-Asima says.
Civil activist Rawad Sadiq survived an assassination attempt yesterday afternoon while travelling from Suweida to the town of Al-Kafr on his motorcycle, Syria TV reports.
The Syria Response Coordinators expressed concern about the decline in humanitarian assistance to the region.
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The SNHR report also recorded the arrest of 28 people by all armed opposition factions and the Syrian National Army, including a woman.
The Syrian Minister of Endowments met with the Saudi Minister of Islamic Affairs, according to Tishreen.
The Russian Reconciliation Center in Syria announced that Russian and Syrian forces had set up a military base in Ain al-Arab, north of Aleppo.
The Faculty of Media at Damascus University exemplifies the extent of Iranian influence, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian People’s Assembly has rejected the Justice Minister’s request to initiate a lawsuit against Assembly member Rasim al-Masry, Shaam Network reports.
The Baath claimed “hundreds of thousands of dollars were recovered immediately after the start of the investigations”, Syria TV reports.
The Assad regime’s interior or defence ministries have not issued any comments, Shaam Network reports.
The Jabal al-Zawiya area experienced six suicide drone attacks, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
“What I saw in my contacts with the other side is that they are open to negotiation,” Fidan said.
The pro-government Athr Press dismisses reports of a Ukranian strike in Syria as “fake”.
In June, a source revealed to the Syria TV website that the SDF is heading to escalate against the Syrian regime “in response to contacts and rapprochement between the regime and Turkey.”
The orders apply to all regime military sites in Quneitra, Daraa, and Damascus, al-Modon reports.
Assad issued a decree introducing greater flexibility and support for military reserve personnel, according to al-Baath.
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“It is no longer acceptable for Jordan to bear the burden of asylum alone”, the minister of Interior said, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Ibrahim al-Adi emphasized that salaries should be increased every six months by 100% to keep pace with market prices, Shaam Times writes.
The statement issued by the Foreign Ministry on Wednesday morning did not explicitly mention Ismail Haniyeh.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is actively working to distance himself from Iran’s influence, seeking to isolate himself from regional events and pave the way for
Syria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs denounced the attack as a “terrorist act” and criticized Israel’s disregard for international law.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is actively working to distance himself from Iran’s influence, Abeer Nasr writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Among the most prominent officers are Brigadier General Yasser Halawa, appointed head of the Audit and Fine Branch at the Ministry of Interior, Shaam Network reports.
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The local network “Daraa 24” reported that anti-aircraft missiles intercepted Israeli missiles targeting the military hill of Jabiya.
The blocked bill aimed to prevent normalization with Damascus, but its failure coincides with several significant developments
The reestablishment of diplomatic ties is seen as a significant step towards international engagement with Syria, Athr Press writes.
The Iranian Mehr news agency quoted President Pezeshkian reaffirming the enduring friendship between Iran and Syria
Cyprus’ president explicitly requested that Lebanon prevent these migrant boats from departing for the island, al-Modon writes.
Assad’s visit to Moscow comes at a particularly delicate time, Syria TV writes.
It has become imperative for all free Syrians to completely overthrow this body along with all its members, Yaman Dabqi argues in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hezbollah-affiliated groups have vacated positions around Sayyidah Zaynab, the +963 website said.
In a congratulatory message, President al-Assad emphasized the need for enhanced cooperation and mutual support, al-Baath writes.
Civil sources told Al-Watan that on Saturday and Sunday, the Turkish army’s escalation had affected several towns.
Some gardens are intended for construction and investment as floor garages, Shaam Network writes.
Al-Quds Al-Arabi newspaper obtained a copy of the list.
Hundreds of residents in the occupied Syrian Golan took to the streets of Majdal Shams on Monday, al-Thawra writes.
On April 15, 2023, Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah reiterated that Kuwait would align with the Arab consensus and agreement on Syria.
The Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry issued a statement condemning the incident and rejecting Israel’s allegations against the Lebanese resistance.
Syria TV sat with Badr Jamous, the head of the Syrian Negotiating Commission.
The meeting may take place by next August at a checkpoint on the Syrian-Turkish border, Syria TV reports.
Three Syrians, two young women and a young man, hailing from Tartous governorate, were kidnapped simultaneously, al-Modon writes.
Hezbollah has denied responsibility for the recent deadly strike in Majdal Shams, which killed at least 10 civilians in the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, contrary
Italy is the first of the Group of Seven countries to resume its diplomatic mission in Damascus since 2011.
These targets coincided with several US actions in eastern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Frequent leadership changes among the opposition hinder progress, Youssef Al-Bustani argues in Syria TV.
President al-Assad emphasized that both Syria and Russia have faced significant challenges and have consistently overcome them, al-Baath writes.
Extravagant media campaigns aimed at showcasing economic prosperity in the region starkly contrast with the harsh realities faced by many living in nearby camp, Shaam Network writes.
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Some EU states recommended re-establishing direct communication with Damascus and appointing a special EU envoy to engage with Syria, al-Watan writes.
According to security sources, this decline can be attributed to stringent security measures implemented by Cyprus along the Lebanese coast, according to al-Modon.
The regime is in real trouble as many Syrians have refrained from participating, Ammar Dayyoub writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed. Excerpts.
The ruling contradicts the current practice of the Federal Office for Migration and Refugees, Shaam Network writes.
The airline’s name and logo will remain unchanged, as the private company’s role is solely managerial, al-Watan writes.
The SNHR has recommended placing members of the Syrian People’s Assembly on international sanction lists.
The painter and calligrapher Ahmad Jalal was known for his satirical and humanitarian political caricatures when he lived in the city of Kafr Nabl.
Abdi noted that the region’s situation has fundamentally changed since the start of the Syrian revolution, Hawar agency notes.
The international coalition forces have deployed new military reinforcements to their bases in northeastern Syria, Syria TV says.
The European Union has imposed new sanctions on key military officials within the regime’s army under the Union’s Global Human Rights Sanctions System.
President al-Assad emphasized the deep-rooted relations between Syria and Iran, al-Baath writes.
The Commission reaffirmed its role as a functional entity entrusted with managing the political negotiation process, Sawt al-Asima writes.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations claimed that hundreds of refugees have recently returned from Lebanon “under favourable conditions”, according to al-Watan.
“Turkey must collaborate with the Syrian regime on issues such as border security, combating terrorism, and the safe return of refugees”, Fidan said.
The head of Azaz’s security directorate informed Enab Baladi that the incident stemmed from an attempted breakout and unrest among inmates housed in the “drugs” wing.
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The Assad Erdogan meeting aims to support the normalization of relations between Turkey and Syria.
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The Minister expressed Syria’s hope for enhanced cooperation and coordination across all countries in the region, al-Thawra writes.
The head of the Syrian National Coalition, affirmed that there have been no political negotiations since the Constitutional Committee ceased its work in 2022, according to Nedaa Post.
President al-Assad emphasized the need to activate dialogue, particularly social dialogue, al-Baath writes.
The so-called Afrin Liberation Forces of the SDF continued to escalate tensions along the contact lines with the Turkish forces, al-Watan reports.
One of the newly emerged names in the assembly is Fahd Darwish, whose dual nationality (Iranian and Syrian) raised considerable controversy, Syria TV says.
Alexandr Yefimov has stated that the media’s portrayal of the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement path is premature.
In recent geopolitical developments, the United States has shown little interest in Iraq’s efforts to mediate reconciliation between Syria and Turkey, despite acknowledging the initiative
Industrialist Fares Shehabi said that all members of the Aleppo Chamber of Industry refused to run in the election, Shaam Network writes.
Russia seeks high-level coordination with Turkey and the Syrian regime to manage the situation in this region, Syria TV says.
The UN Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, has emphasized that such elections do not constitute a comprehensive political process leading to a new Syrian constitution, Enab Baladi writes.
On behalf of himself and the Syrian people, President al-Assad congratulated the friendly Russian people, al-Baath writes.
Hassan Dahdouh, dean of the Faculty of Economics at Damascus University, stated that the issue lies in determining the real cost of products, Sawt al-Asima says.
A survey by “Syria TV” found that 20 out of 25 Damascus residents did not and would not vote in these elections
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Germani was known for his opposition to the Syrian regime and played a clear role in the popular movement in the governorate of Suweida.
Yefimov also highlighted the strong social connections between Russians and Syrians, Athr Press writes.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights reported that Samir Othman al-Sheikh is responsible for the disappearance of 508 Syrians.
Mekdad called for an end to the Israeli attacks on brotherly Lebanon, al-Watan reports.
The Pro-government Al-Watan said Turkey warned militia leaders against any “riots” targeting its forces in Northern Syria.
The Human rights activist intends to challenge the decision in court, expressing his belief in the judicial system in Turkey.
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Turkey has been keen to provide assurances to the Syrian opposition regarding the path of normalization, Enab Baladi says.
The Syrian opposition has proven to be as sectarian and corrupt as the Assad regime, Hoshek Ossi writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syria TV website also reviewed testimonies from former detainees who confirmed al-Sheikh’s involvement in these war crimes.
Badr Jamous pointed out that “Resolution 2254 clearly states that parliamentary and presidential elections must occur within the context of a political process”.
A confidential source told Syria TV that Katerji played a crucial role in transporting Syrian and Iranian oil, refining it, and selling it.
Suweida Protesters are increasingly targeted by the security forces, Syria TV says.
For the first time, Bashar’s children, Hafez and Zain, made a public appearance, participating in the electoral process, al-Modon writes.
The announcement of Sharaa’s death coincided with political and security developments in Syria, Enab Baladi writes.
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The Syrian Observatory said the pro-Assad businessman was financing a Syrian group close to Hezbollah.
A 24-hour hotline provides legal counselling, psychological support, and referral services, Athr Press says.
The intellectuals and activists of Binnish expressed their discontent with the large-scale security and military presence of the group, Shaam Network reports.
The Syrian electoral law needs of a comprehensive change to ensure a good level of democracy, Abdelahad Stifo argues in Syria TV .
The shooting came two days after an attack on the police command in Suweida , Enab Baladi says.
It is difficult to prove a candidate has a second nationality, Syria TV reports.
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This election marks a new chapter in Syria’s history, reflecting the resilience and democratic spirit of its people, al-Baath writes.
Syria said “healthy relations between nations should be based on mutual interests rather than confrontation or hostility”, al-Baath writes.
The regime is attempting to portray elections to its audience as part of an imagined victory narrative, Absi Smaisim writes in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Damascus confirms that its main demand for rapprochement with Ankara is the return of all its territory to its control, Athr Press writes.
Activists stress that these elections cannot supplant the legitimate demands of the Syrian people, according to Syria TV.
Abboud, 61, exemplifies what political change means in Assad’s Syria, affecting only marginal figures without political weigh, Walid Barkasiyeh argues in al-Modon.
The opposition denounced a campaign of “rumours and fake news”, Syria TV says.
A source from the center confirmed to Athr Press that the explosion was caused by a homemade device targeting the Russian medical team.
A source in Damascus told Al-Watan that there has been no communication whatsoever with any Turkish political party.
“I was chosen because I embody the values of brotherhood, respect, and excellence that the Games represent”, the torchbearer told Syria TV.
Many in Damascus are convinced that her death was an assassination, but some believe it shows the regime is weak and infiltrated, according to Syria TV.
Syria should not put all political forces in Turkey under one label, Bassam Abdelallah writes in Al Watan.
The regime has traditionally viewed Jaramana as a supportive area, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The Foreign Ministry denounced the forces of global hegemony and colonial arrogance, al-Baath writes.
“The EU must contribute financially” to peace in Syria, the leader of the Turkish opposition said.
Turkey assured the factions in the North that it would not abandon them, al-Watan reports.
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The Baath newspaper underlined the importance elections, despite their “unpredictable outcome”.
Families appealed to the Russian authorities and concerned parties to bring their sons back to Syria, Shaam Network.
The SDF expressed readiness for dialogue with the opposition, but the latter did not respond, Enab Baladi writes.
The Syria Response Coordinators team has appealed to humanitarian organizations in the region to support civilians and displaced people by securing their basic needs
Turkey’s main priorities are ensuring the return of Syrian refugees and fighting the AANES, Shaam Network writes.
Parliamentary Elections are scheduled for the 15th of this month, SANA writes.
Local leaders told Enab Baladi that a number of civilians are stuck in the circle of clashes between two local groups.
Wael Sawah describes the Syrian regime’s lamentable legacy of eliminating adversaries through calculated assassination.
Documents obtained by Syria TV reveal that the Ministry of Internal Trade approved the establishment of the “Moderation Maps Contracting” company.
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The Algerian Rescue Association published a list of the Syrian victims’ names.
Sources told Shaam Network that the SDF in Manbij fears that normalization of relations between the Syrian regime and Turkey signals the beginning of their end.
Syria expressed its solidarity with the Indian people following the tragic stampede incident in Uttar Pradesh.
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The official warned that Turkey must maintain its commitment to protecting human dignity and defending democratic and human rights.
Syria TV says Luna al-Shibl was close with Abu Ali Khoder, a businessman who recently fell from Assad’s grace.
“We will work together to strengthen the Syrian-Iranian strategic relationship”, Assad said.
A stalemate has prevailed in recent months on the path of Syrian-Turkish rapprochement, Athr Press writes.
Documents obtained by Syria TV show that the regime seeks to make Lebanon its “backyard” to return to the SWIFT system.
The AANES official said any agreement between the Damascus government and Turkey against the northern and eastern Syria region would face strong popular resistance.
Residents found the body of a former member of the popular committees on the Damascus-Daraa highway, four days after his abduction.
Ambassador Haydar Ali Ahmad declared that the Commission’s work does not merit a response, the pro-government al-Baath says.
Paulo Pinheiro explained that while the pace of the war is fluctuating, the root causes that led to it are still largely present.
The two sides also discussed “the developments of the Syrian crisis”.
John Wenzel, a former US Army Special Forces officer, argued that a US withdrawal would benefit Iran.
The situation remains complex, with various factors at play, the pro-government al-Watan notes.
“No matter how different we are, the issue of national dignity and the independence of Syrian decision-making remains basic goals that unite us all,” Mazloum Abdi said.
The usually crowded streets appeared almost empty as Syrians were afraid to leave their homes and move around the city as usual, Enab Baladi says.
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A week ago, regime intelligence arrested Brigadier General Molham al-Shibl, Luna Shibl’s brother, Syria TV says.
The pro-government al-Watan says SDF leaders are relocating valuable assets to Qamishli and selling properties in Manbij.
The media advisor of the Syrian president suffered a head hemorrhage. Opposition media outlets say the accident seemed deliberate.
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The funeral processions did not witness any friction with the Turkish army, Damas Post writes.
The regime’s unwillingness to engage in genuine dialogue, combined with its strong position, makes negotiation an unlikely path for change, Hazem Nahar writes in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
“We are currently living through the revolution of the internet”, Minister of Communications Iyad al-Khatib told al-Watan.
The Turkish authorities have closed all border crossings linking them with northwestern Syria, Shaam Networks writes.
Police detained 67 people as a result of the unrest, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya announced on X.
The Council of Ministers has requested citizens with “Takamul” electronic cards to open bank accounts within three months.
Minister Yaghi stressed that improving the standard of living is one of the government’s main goals.
Damascus witnessed unusual scenes of people stripping naked in public, which symbolizes rejection of the current reality and suffering, Ayman al-Shoufi writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The sources pointed out that the SDF forces have arrested more than 240 young people from the countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, Hassakeh, and Raqqa.
“Turkey must immediately develop a migration policy that cares about social peace”, a CHP lawmaker said.
Irak will host a regional conference for interior ministers this month, al-Watan writes.
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The Syrian regime’s attempt to revive the Baath Party’s role in political life, after decades of marginalization, draws parallels with Saddam Hussein’s efforts to revive tribal influence in Iraq post-1991, Marwan Kabalan writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed. Excerpts.
In April 2024, Lebanese General Security officers arrested Ahmed Adnan Shamsi al-Haidar and forcibly returned him to Syria.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s statements about the possibility of meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad provoked reactions from Syrian figures, Enab Baladi writes.
Al-Watan writes that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan expressed his readiness to meet with President Assad, recalling the “family” relations between the two nations
Ozil called on his country’s government to communicate only with the Syrian state and avoid communicating with other parties, Shaam Network writes.
Confidential sources confirmed to Syria TV the arrest of Mohammed Tayseer al-Khatib, a pro-Russian businessman.
The meeting took place against the backdrop of ongoing humanitarian efforts in Syria, the pro-government al-Baath writes.
Investigations are ongoing, but the Syrian Network’s findings suggest a deliberate and targeted attack on a civilian area, Damas Post writes.
Sources within the Syrian opposition told Syria TV that the guarantors of the Astana process are planning a new round of talks at the end of June or early July, building on Russian-Turkish agreements.
The legislation enables the deportation and expulsion of individuals supporting “terrorist” posts on platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok, as reported by German media outlets.
The attack targeted multiple points in the southern region, with Syrian air defense systems intercepting and shooting down several missiles, al-Thawra writes.
Major General Suleiman highlighted that tens of thousands will be demobilized by year-end.
According to information obtained by Athr Press, the proposed scenario involves gradually increasing the price of bread to reflect its true cost.
On Wednesday, President Bashar al-Assad met with Alexander Lavrentiev, the Russian President’s special envoy.
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The decision is a profound statement against impunity for human rights violations.
The harmonious blend of Eastern oud and Western guitar has resonated with fans, according to Syria TV.
A provision includes a $15 million grant to the White Helmets.
Fidan emphasized that the current calm and cessation of hostilities should be utilized by Damascus to address constitutional issues and secure peace with its adversaries
HTS leader, Abu Muhammad al-Julani, has temporarily taken over the leadership of the military wing, according to Syria TV.
In a statement, the Council of Ministers clarified that this move is part of efforts to restructure subsidies gradually and thoughtfully.
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Hospitals, medical centers, and private clinics are required to implement the new tariff as stipulated by the decision.
The term “reconciliation” has become provocative for many Syrians, perceived as surrender, failure, or even betrayal, Zaidoun Al-Zoubi and Omar Abdel Aziz Hallaj write in 180 Post.
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19 migrants from northern and eastern Syria had their boat disabled at sea off Algeria’s coast while attempting to reach Europe, Shaam Network reports.
20 military and armoured vehicles arrived at Turkish observation points on Monday, al-Watan reports.
Sources familiar with the case affirm that this marks the first time a foreign court has issued an arrest warrant against a sitting head of state, Syria TV writes.
The announcement of this merger follows reports of a military consolidation under the name of the Syrian Liberation Army.
Jihad Murad, head of the Supreme Judicial Committee for Elections, stressed the importance of these elections in Syria’s history.
According to Ahmed’s tweet, the discussions focused on achieving stability in Syria.
Ankara’s withdraw from “occupied territories” is a prerequisite for any normalization efforts between the two countries, according to al-Watan.
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Iran aims to solidify its regional influence before the Syrian regime potentially distances itself, Syria TV writes.
The international coalition has announced operational exercises with live ammunition in Hassakeh
The Civil Rights Defenders organization described the Swedish judiciary’s acquittal of former Syrian Brigadier General Mohammed Hamo on charges of war crimes as “disappointing,” Sawt al-Asima reports.
Americans believed Syrian Kurds, indicating they “rushed to announce the elections”, according to Athr Press.
Policy-makers in Germany have decided that Islamist “criminals” and “threats” should be deported to Afghanistan and Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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A recent tour of Damascus confirmed a significant decline in the spread of Assad’s portraits, with some areas seeing a reduction of over 80%, Syria TV reports.
The report indicated that 168 refugees forcibly returned from Lebanon, Shaam Network reports.
Former Czech Ambassador to Syria, Eva Filippi, said that enhancing the situation in Syria is in the interest of both Europe and the region, according to al-Thawra.
Two officers of the Syrian regime forces and several individuals were killed in renewed ISIS attacks in the Homs governorate, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Experts have warned that the drought situation could be exacerbated if global warming rises by an additional two degrees from pre-industrial levels.
The SDF has not issued a statement regarding the events.
On April 11, 2011, approximately 25 union members, aided by university guards, violently dispersed a student demonstration at the Faculty of Science.
The circulation of these videos deeply shocked many Syrians, viewed by some as a direct consequence of the ongoing crises, Syria TV writes.
A local correspondent for Enab Baladi in Daraa confirmed that the airstrikes specifically targeted a military compound associated with the 112th Brigade in the town of Saida al-Golan.
War remnants, munitions, and unexploded mines continue to pose dangers to Syrians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The source indicated that the regime would pay the Autonomous Administration in Syrian pounds in installments, according to al-Hal.
At the recent Manama summit, Assad’s limited role and requests from Arab counterparts signalled dissatisfaction with his conduct, Rania Mostafa writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Sources close to the Syrian regime said that negotiations between Turkey and Syria have resumed following a period of suspension.
Nisreen Nassif, supervisor of the cultural forum, shared with Enab Baladi that its primary goal is to culturally and socially empower women.
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The economist George Khozam, known for his support of the Assad regime, has proposed issuing a banknote pegged to the U.S. dollar.
The man in question suffered from a “mental disorder”, according to al-Modon.
The areas controlled by the Syrian regime have recorded a 40% increase in financial transfers received from abroad during Eid al-Adha, according to Damas Post.
In Syria, Humaira endured arbitrary arrest, torture, and imprisonment before seeking refuge in various countries.
“Her spirits remain strong, and the prayers of countless Syrians have profoundly uplifted our entire family”, Assad said.
According to the Syrian regime’s news agency, SANA, Assad exchanged congratulations through phone calls with Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid and Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa bin Salman Khalifa.
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The Assad regime has yet to fully disclose or destroy its chemical weapons arsenal, Robert Wood said during a Security Council session
Ehmed mentioned that the Autonomous Administration was surprised by the negative reactions from many international parties to this step, which was outlined in UN Resolution 2254 on Syria.
The Sultan Murad Division briefly reopened the crossing in September 2022 before closing it again due to public outrage.
Arnous emphasized the necessity of transitioning to renewable energies and expanding wind energy investments.
The brigade demanded the immediate release of Mrs. Rita Nawaf al-Aqbani.
“I arrived here with a lot of pain. The sounds of rockets, shellfire, news of killings, daily death, and terror still nestle in my head”, said Syrian writer Shadia Atassi.
The General Secretariat of the Kurdish National Council issued a statement denouncing the arrests.
Blinken reiterated the U.S. government’s solidarity with the family of Kamalmaz.
The Jusoor Center for Studies has unveiled the factors behind the waning of protests against the Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, which commenced four months ago in northern Syria.
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Fidan underscored the necessity of embracing a “comprehensive approach to attain a lasting solution” in Syria, as reported by Anadolu Agency.
An official from the U.S. State Department, a representative of the European Union, and Western officials have affirmed the ongoing imposition of sanctions on the Syrian regime and the steadfast refusal of normalization.
Hezbollah and the “Iraqi resistance” announced attacks against the Golan.
In May, Syrians accounted for the largest group of applicants, with 5,280 out of 17,231 total applications
The Autonomous Administration is now facing the most severe economic crisis in its history, Syria TV writes.
Activists shared footage depicting the escalating fervour of the protests, according to Shaam Network.
Al-Modon reports on a Study showing that neglecting these rights leads to the exclusion of marginalized and disadvantaged groups
Health Minister Hassan al-Ghabbash met with a delegation from the World Health Organization’s regional office.
In a post on his Facebook page, Abdel-Haq thanked everyone who stood by him and his family in his absence.
According to sources, the planes arrived at Aleppo International Airport recently after undergoing repairs.
Recent diplomatic activities hint to the readiness among some European nations to restore diplomatic ties, according to Mazen Jabbour in Al-Watan .
Makled was last seen leaving his home near the military police roundabout on Saturday afternoon.
Syrian lawyers emphasized that “the trials of judges should remain confidential to uphold the dignity of the judiciary”.
The inflation rate varies significantly across governorates, Athr Press remarks.
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Daraa is living in a state of chaos and lawlessness, Syria TV says.
Yaghi attributed the revival of the agreement to “Bashar al-Assad’s visit to Moscow and his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in March 2023.”
Attiyah described the situation in Syria as “critical, with more than 12 million Syrians forcibly displaced”.
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The opposition pinned their hopes on Arab and regional support, only to be disappointed and left isolated, Ghazwan Qronfol writes in Enab Baladi.
Shaaban accused the American President of working to remove the resistance’s actions from their historical context, according to al-Watan.
Sources told Damas Post that the meeting focused on increasing the Revolutionary Guards’ influence in the region.
Both ministers emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation across various fields.
Minister Yaghi noted the country’s early steps towards recovery despite lingering crisis impacts.
A source told Sawt al-Asima that Sudani and his team “achieved positive results through contacts and bilateral meetings”.
Russia said it “ targeted two terrorist bases in the Al-Tanf area, controlled by the United States, in the Syrian province of Homs”, according to Athr Press.
In an interview with Al-Watan, Ambassador Shi highlighted the foundation of the Syria-China relationship, grounded in honesty, loyalty, and mutual support.
Since May 2012, Mayaleh has been subject to European sanctions
The High Elections Commission stated that the postponement was in response to demands from participating political parties.
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The Lebanese army announced on Wednesday that a Syrian gunman had fired shots at the U.S. embassy in Beirut, and he was subsequently wounded and apprehended.
Minister of Higher Education Bassam Ibrahim emphasized that the highest tier’s pricing would not surpass 30 percent of private sector hospital rates.
The military police have stepped up their presence in Damascus city and its surrounding towns, implementing numerous “flying checkpoints” in pursuit of hundreds of young men who have evaded mandatory and reserve military service.
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President Assad and Prime Minister Sudani explored ways to bolster cooperation across various fields, al-Baath writes.
The conference attracted leading companies from Syria and around the world in various construction technologies and materials sectors, Tishreen writes.
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General Gianni Carvelli, head of Italian intelligence, has proposed a plan for the return of refugees in safe zones in Syria, Omar Kaddour writes in al-Modon.
President al-Assad emphasized the fundamental principle of resisting occupation in all its forms, the pro-government al-Baath says.
The Syrian National Army signed an action plan with the UN, committing to end the recruitment, use, killing, and maiming of children.
Iranian officials have been seeking new places in Damascus in recent months, according to Syria TV.
The deceased was a major in the regime forces, from the ranks of the Fourth Division.
In eastern Syria, U.S. forces are regularly conducting airdrop missions, Athr Press says.
The deputy head of the Russian Center for Reconciliation, stated that the raid targeted an area controlled by US forces in Tanf, according to Enab Baladi.
Both parties reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing cooperation between Syria and Lebanon.
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Erdogan’s desire to realign with Moscow and Tehran within the Astana framework reflects efforts to address the Syrian refugee crisis in Turkey, al-Watan says.
Several civilians lost their lives early Monday morning due to an Israeli missile attack targeting multiple locations near Aleppo.
The Syrian-Jordanian border continues to be a “primary point of tension” in this process, Sawt al-Asima reports.
Analysis of the SNHR data indicates that Aleppo governorate suffered the highest number of arbitrary arrests.
The outcomes of “Brussels 8” imply another year of extended crisis for Syria, Abdul Moneim Ali Issa writes in al-Watan.
Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Bagheri Kani will embark on a regional tour, including Syria and Lebanon, al-Watan reports.
The Autonomous Administration in eastern Syria persists in its determination to conduct municipal elections, Athr Press writes.
The delegation accompanying Prime Minister Arnous included the Ministers of Water Resources, Tourism, Agriculture and Agrarian Reform, and Petroleum and Mineral Resources.
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Several teaching staff members complained that being away from their universities for three months would significantly affect the work of the faculties.
This escalation follows the death of three civilians, including a child, Syria TV writes.
The National Coalition underscores that the fundamental resolution to the humanitarian catastrophes precipitated by the Assad regime lies in the effective implementation of sustainable political solutions.
The explosion occurred in a tourist car in the Shammas neighbourhood, according to Enab Baladi.
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Minister Mekdad noted that the political and economic partnerships between Arab countries and China aim to improve living conditions and advance development.
Speaking to al-Watan, Jokhadar announced the forthcoming issuance of a law governing the investment in public sector factories and plants.
Bahçeli also highlighted concerns about the United States’ intentions, Athr Press says.
Supreme Leader Khamenei expressed gratitude to President al-Assad for his visit and condolences.
Jamal Shaheen al-Matn had been held by the Syrian regime’s security services for over two years, according to Enab Baladi.
The concept of “guest dead” instill significant apprehension among the residents of Damascus, al-Hal net writes.
President Assad reiterated this stance during his recent meeting with representatives of the Social Solidarity and Development Fund.
Bahceli commended the stance of the Kurdish National Council in Syria, which refused to endorse the elections in the Northeast and declared a boycott.
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Following the release of the young men, the fighters lifted the siege on the center, and the situation returned to normal.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi also sounded a stark warning about the plight of Syrian refugees.
U.S. forces persistently conduct military exercises alongside the SDF at the military bases established in eastern Syria, Athr Press says.
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Pedersen cautioned against relying solely on containment and mitigation strategies.
The Assistant Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, Maha Abdel Rahman, recently disclosed that Syria’s inflation rate soared to 122% annually as of last April.
The trial, held in absentia at the Paris Criminal Court, concluded with the court recognizing the severe human rights abuses committed by the Syrian government.
The Arab Board for Health Specializations, an Arab professional scientific body, was established in 1978 by the Council of Arab Ministers of Health under the umbrella of the League of Arab States.
The CHP leader Ozgur Ozel, has sparked renewed discussion on the Syrian issue within Turkish internal politics with his recent statements.
The Brussels Conference convenes at a critical time, with humanitarian aid for Syria at perilously low levels.
The last elections held by the regime for the People’s Assembly took place on July 19, 2020.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants criticized the European Union for excluding the Syrian state from the conference.
Up until the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Tehran did not respond to the Syrian regime’s request to continue supplying fuel, despite repeated diplomatic visits by Faisal al-Mekdad, Rael al-Masry writes.
HTS detained a number of activists on Friday, Syria TV says.
Speculations about the opening of the Saudi embassy in Damascus surfaced earlier this year, Enab Baladi reminds.
Footage circulated on social media depicting the aftermath, showing three cars engulfed in flames at the explosion site.
The World Bank’s said the decline in Syrian families’ well-being was linked to the financial crisis plaguing neighbouring Lebanon since 2019, according to Athr Press.
SNHR has been rigorously monitoring violations of international human rights laws by the Syrian regime.
The first lady said “widespread support and faith” allowed her to gather the strength she needs, the pro-government Al-Watan reports.
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This condition was presented during a meeting held by a group of Syrians in Michigan, where the Trump campaign was represented by Richard Grenell and Trump’s son-in-law Michael Boulos, al-Modon writes.
Operating as the Iranian arm of the regime forces, the Fourth Division maintains its own security apparatus, the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights says.
These meetings serve as a unified platform for Arab financial institutions to address key financial, economic, and developmental issues at the regional level
The Assad regime excels in exploiting its sect and manipulating their existential fears, Abeer Nasr argues in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
President-designate Mokhber emphasized the deep strategic relations between the two nations.
Leaked documents obtained by Syria TV reveal Mokhber’s pivotal role as an informant within Raisi’s administration.
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The Hamza Division of the Syrian National Army has acknowledged the affiliation of the assassination cell with its ranks but has attempted to absolve itself of responsibility for the crime
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Electricity Minister Ghassan al-Zamil disclosed earlier that the direct losses incurred by the electricity sector during the war amount to $40 billion.
Sources within the Arab Summit reveal to Syria TV that it was the Syrian regime’s delegation that initiated the request for a meeting with the Saudi Crown Prince.
Today, the task of restoring the state is more challenging than ever, Bassam Youssef writes in Syria TV.
The Syrian delegation’s presence at the funeral is a testament to the solidarity and enduring partnership between Syria and Iran during this period of mourning and beyond, al-Baath says.
The complexities of the current climate have led to an Arab discourse leaning towards “moderation”, Abdel Moneim Issa writes in al-Watan.
Sabbagh reaffirmed Syria’s commitment to implementing the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
The functional essence of People’s Assembly members under the Assad regime has diverged drastically from constitutional mandates, al-Souria Net argues.
Mekdad noted that the strategic relations between Syria and Iran were further strengthened by President Assad’s visit to Tehran in 2022 and the late President Raisi’s visit to Damascus in May of the previous year.
President Ebrahim Raisi embarked on an official visit to Syria, marking the first such visit by an Iranian president since the onset of the Syrian war.
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The first lady will refrain from direct work and participation in events and activities during this treatment phase, the pro-government al-Thawra writes.
On Monday, May 20th, the price of gold surged in Damascus markets.
Stephen Rapp stressed that immunity should not equate to impunity.
Nomination applications for membership in the People’s Assembly commenced on Monday.
The cessation of battles in some areas doesn’t mean they are safe for regime opponents, Sameera al-Masalmah writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
At least four individuals were killed and several others injured in Israeli airstrikes on two locations within Homs governorate.
In a gesture of solidarity, Syrian flags will be flown at half-mast across the nation.
SANA published a statement by Assad.
Despite the imperative for Damascus to reconnect with its Arab neighbours, the process has seen only sluggish progress
HTS found itself in a weakened position among the public.
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Assad’s media attempted to justify his silence, claiming he was making a statement about the Arab system, Eyad Jaafari writes.
In early May, Bashar al-Assad welcomed Faleh al-Fayyad, the commander of the pro-Iranian Iraqi Popular Mobilization Forces, in the Syrian capital.
The foreign ministry condemned any foreign interference in China’s internal affairs
Anonymous sources disclosed to Sawt al-Asima that Syrian tycoon Yasar Ibrahim, a prominent economic figure within the Republican Palace, fell victim to a severe poisoning incident nearly six months ago.
Bahraini Civil Aviation Affairs released a statement indicating that details regarding flight schedules and numbers will be disclosed soon, according to al-Watan.
In March of 2023, a coalition of opponents initiated The Three Regions project, encompassing al-Qarya in Suweida, Daraa al-Balad, and the northern countryside of Aleppo.
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Jordan clarified on Thursday that it currently does not advocate or facilitate the return of Syrian refugees.
A notable sideline meeting occurred between President al-Assad and Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman, al-Baath reports.
Iraqi President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid announced during the 34th session of the Arab summit, originally slated for Syria, that Iraq would now host the event.
“By all accounts, Syria remains unsafe for return”, a group of organizations said.
Updated instructions specifically exclude defectors from the army, security services, Ministry of Interior, and government employees who departed Syria without security clearance from obtaining passports, according to Sawt al-Asima.
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President Bashar al-Assad arrived on Wednesday morning in Manama, the capital of Bahrain, the pro-government al-Watan reports.
The council drew parallels between these aggressive tactics and the early repressive measures employed by the Syrian regime, according to Enab Baladi.
Furthermore, a military observation post has been established by Russian forces in the town of Maalaqa in Quneitra’s southern countryside, Syria TV writes.
This reaction underscores that security measures and forced relocations are not viable solutions to the challenges faced by displaced populations.
Mekdad met his counterparts from Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Iraq, and Libya.
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The regime preemptively coordinates with participating associations slated for the Brussels conference, according to Syria TV.
Both the Syrian Arab Airlines and Cham Wings Airlines finalize their preparations for operations to resume.
Minister Mekdad met his Jordanian and Lebanese counterparts in Manama.
On May 13, protesters established a sit-in tent outside the military court building in Idlib, calling for the release of detainees.
The returnees were welcomed by health teams, prepared to offer immediate medical services, the pro-government Athr Press writes.
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The political implications of these protests are profound, especially as the U.S. approaches an election, Qahtan al-Siyoufi argues in al-Watan.
These latest directives coincide with the approaching Ashura commemoration.
Several interviewed students, as reported by Enab Baladi, highlighted how the increasing acceptance of certificates from regime-controlled areas was exacerbating the competition for jobs.
The new governor is renowned as one of the Assad regime’s prominent figures.
Data from the Ministry of Higher Education highlights the strain on medical professionals, Athr Press reports.
Faisal Mekdad, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, has arrived in Bahrain to participate in the preparatory meetings leading up to the 33rd Arab Summit.
The decree delineated the allocation of Assembly seats among the workers, farmers, and other sectors within the electoral districts
The lawyer’s death was confirmed to his family by regime officials on May 8th, 2024.
In the final fortnight of April, Mezzeh Highway saw a surge in real estate transactions, Syria TV says.
Lebanon is trying to amend an agreement with Syria on extradition of detainees, according to al-Souria Net.
Bashar al-Assad met with Dr. Hanan Balkhi, the World Health Organization Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean.
Iraqi Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari reiterated the comprehensive nature of the discussions.
Lieutenant Ahmed Adnan Shaqar and Lieutenant Hassan Kamal were killed in a strike south of Damascus.
Al-Modon reported, citing a reliable source, that Jordan played an important role in the postponement of the Arab Liaison Committee on Syria
the UN and its humanitarian partners have extended aid to 20 locations for IDPs affected by the floods.
Israel launched an air attack from the direction of the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, according to Athr Press.
Assad emphasized the Baath Party’s role as a collective institution rather than an individual entity, according to al-Baath.
In the absence of proper medical supplies, residents have resorted to herbal remedies, Shaam Network reports.
Assad met with former central leadership members of the Arab Socialist Baath Party, following significant reshuffling during the party’s leadership elections, Syria TV writes.
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Europe is awaiting clearer international directives regarding Syria, Abdul Moneim Issa writes in the pro-government al-Watan.
In a collective statement, the rights groups strongly objected to the decision to contest the validity of the arrest warrant against Assad.
A military leader from the Sham Legion (Faylaq al-Sham) faction was killed.
ُُُُُThe family consisted of a father, a mother, and three children.
Damascus appears to entertain the prospect of normalizing its relations with Western nations through its stance on the Gaza war, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Residents of the governorates are voicing grievances, particularly regarding the exorbitant pricing of bread, according to the Eye of Euphrates Network.
Comprising the foreign ministers of Syria, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Lebanon, and Egypt, along with the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, the committee was established on May 7, 2023.
The Austrian People’s Party intends to utilize DNA tests on migrants in cases where doubts arise regarding their documentation upon entry into the country.
A group of Syrian civil society activists are calling for resolute international effort to enforce the French arrest warrants.
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The dynamics of the Syrian conflict have largely slipped from Washington’s control, Mahmoud Alloush argues in Syria TV.
Ayman Halloum, a young organizer of the popular movement in the city, was arrested by HTS, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Iyad al-Saleh, also known as “Abu Haidar”, is said to be a high-ranking official within Hezbollah, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded to the U.S. State Department’s latest report on global human rights, according to al-Baath.
According to statements provided to Athr Press by multiple tourist agencies in Beirut, the issuance and renewal of temporary personal residencies for Syrians, under sponsorship, have been halted
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“We didn’t see traitors go like herds to Congress to demand a law to hold Israel accountable”, Assad said during a meeting of the Baath Party.
The former general observer of the Muslim Brotherhood in Syria, passed away at the age of 97 in Germany, according to Syria TV.
Assad emphasized “the crucial role of the Baath Party”, especially in Syria, according to al-Watan.
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The fallout from Iran’s oil suspension is felt acutely in Syria, The New Arab reports.
An Economist emphasized to Sawt al-Asima the importance of considering the inflation of all goods and services when discussing real estate price hikes.
Last weekend, the Assad regime initiated the deployment of military reinforcements into the governorate, al-Souria Net says.
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Von der Leyen highlighted the EU’s intention to explore a more systematic approach to voluntary repatriation to Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Ambassador Soussan, speaking to SANA, highlighted the significance of Syria’s new role in ACSAD.
The SDC intends to establish new diplomatic representations in Arab and foreign nations, Enab Baladi says.
The ministers addressed the impact of US sanctions on both countries, according to Tishreen.
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It’s evident that the Erdogan administration is resolute in preventing the expansion of Jabhat al-Nusra’s influence in Afrin, al-Watan says.
The German envoy to Syria, Stefan Schneck, held discussions with the head of the Syrian Negotiation Commission, Badr Jamous.
Loyalist sources emphasized how the necessity of carrying large sums of cash has become a tangible burden in any transaction, Shaam Network reports.
Mekdad expressed gratitude towards Czechia for its ongoing support, according to Tishreen.
Pedersen, through his official channels, reported meetings with envoys from Germany, Turkey, and the United States.
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During its tenure, the government failed to convene a single meeting to address the reality of poverty or commission, Athr Press says.
“Iran is capitalizing on the economic turmoil in government-held territories”, an economist told Ashsarq al-Awsat.
Regime security services told Tehran that leaks leading to Zahedi’s assassination originated from Iranian members within Tehran’s embassy in Damascus, according to al-Jarida.
New sanctions on Syria are meant to send a message in response to recent geopolitical developments, Abdel Moneim Ali Issa writes in al-Watan.
The Lebanese Ministry of the Displaced organized a workshop titled “Convoys of Safe Voluntary Return to Syria”, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad and his counterpart previously convened in September 2022 at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, Athr Press says.
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HTS rejected the imposition of checkpoints within its controlled areas, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Robert Wood, the U.S. Alternative Representative for Special Political Affairs, voiced strong concerns over the ongoing Syrian conflict.
The victim endured daily mistreatment and was not allowed to eat, drink, or bathe, according to Syria TV.
The decision is part of a series of recent decrees issued by Assad, al-Souria Net says.
Minister Mekdad emphasized the critical need for international collaboration to mitigate the severe impacts of the conflict, according to Tishreen.
Security services have been barring officers and members of the army and security forces from entering Suweida governorate, Zaman al-Wasl says.
The conference also served as a platform for Syria to express its gratitude towards Russia, al-Thawra writes.
Lebanese military intelligence detained and allegedly tortured a Syrian man involved in a solidarity protest for women in Gaza.
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Athr Press says Abbas transformed the Mu’tasim Division into an investment entity.
Local sources told Sawt al-Asima that Israeli missiles struck a building occupied by regime army forces near Rawadi village.
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The exercises were designed to simulate real-life combat scenarios, al-Baath says.
The ninth round was originally slated for April 22 to 26 in Geneva, al-Modon writes.
In the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, a military vehicle belonging to the SDF was targeted with a grenade while passing through the town of al-Jardi, Athr Press reports.
Resignations are routine in military and civilian ranks, except for when they signal deeper issues, the pro-government al-Watan writes.
Hamas began moving towards reconciliation with the regime in 2021, but their relation unstable, Enab Baladi writes.
The youthful visionaries perceive the execution of this resolution as imperative, Damas Post writes.
This decision emerged from a security meeting convened on Tuesday, al-Souria Net says.
This reform aims to enhance the ministry’s effectiveness in its oversight, the pro-government al-Baath writes.
Major General Mamlouk stressed the critical role of sustained joint coordination in reinforcing the bilateral relations between the two allied nations, Tishreen writes.
The Syrian individual identified as “B” made three trips from northern Germany to Syria to deliver equipment to Ahrar al-Sham, according to Syria TV.
The EU said only a “credible political process in line with Resolution 2254” could allow for normalization with Syria, according to Syria TV.
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Assad discussed the centrality of national identity in conflicts over the past decade, al-Watan writes.
Economist Dr. Yahya Omar asserts to al-Modon that industry in regime-controlled areas is undergoing its darkest days.
The Syrian Democratic Forces have initiated the deportation of Arab tribesmen, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
Since February, there has been a decline in the frequency of attacks on U.S. bases in Syria and Iraq, Athr Press writes.
A contingent, comprising 300 gunmen, has departed aboard a transport plane departing from a Turkish base, the pro-government al-Watan reports.
Assad did not give further details about who was involved in the meetings, or what was discussed.
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Abu Abdullah assumed command of the Othman bin Affan brigade of Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, according to the pro-government Athr Press.
France is considering opening channels of communication with Assad through the UAE, according to Syria TV.
The statement reaffirmed Syria’s constitutional right to defend its territorial sovereignty, al-Baath says.
A second batch of deportees is expected to arrive in areas controlled by the SDF, al-Watan writes.
“You, the youth, are our beacon of hope for the future”, Fares told Syrian protesters, according to Syria TV.
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Syria TV says the Romanian intelligence chief delivered a joint message from Romania, Cyprus, Greece, and Italy.
The school will be ready for the new academic year, Tishreen reports.
Due to mounting public discontent, the work of this religious police was discontinued, Syria TV says.
The company will focus on providing protection and defence services for strategic sites, including oil fields, according to al-Souria Net.
The renewal of Syrian-Saudi relations began in 2023, highlighted by Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad’s visit to Riyadh in April of that year, according to Athr Press.
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This legislation was propelled to Congress through the dedicated efforts of Syrian-American community organizations, Syria TV says.
The U.S. government, identified as a principal partner in the defeat of ISIS, has been implicated deeply in the detention system.
The committee’s inaugural meeting focused on establishing a comprehensive strategy for addressing terrorism, al-Baath reports.
The Defense argued that Mohammad Hamo should not be held liable for actions taken under the obligation to follow orders, Enab Baladi reports.
The Syrian regime, meanwhile, remains largely indifferent to the national security and cultural identity issues, Wafaa Allouch writes in Syria TV.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati said labelling most regions in Syria as safe would be crucial to the deportation plans, Sawt al-Asima reports.
The defendant was identified only as “Ahmed H.” and was arrested in August 2023, according to Enab Baladi.
Payments should be made “into the account designated by the ministry for this purpose at Baraka Bank Syria across all branches”, al-Souria Net writes.
The victim had been residing in the Chtaura area and travelled to Beirut about ten days ago in search of work, according to Nedaa Post.
Syria TV reported that they had obtained a copy of Idris’ confessions to the Ras al-Ain police.
Hamo is the highest-ranking military officer from the Syrian regime to face trial, Enab Baladi writes.
Abdel-Baqi was reportedly assaulted and tortured by a group in Lebanon, leading to his fatal injuries.
The death of “Abu Daniel” adds to a pattern of unexplained officer deaths within the regime’s forces, Shaam Network writes.
Syria said it consistently alerted the Security Council and the General Secretariat through formal communications about the escalating dangers posed by Israel, according to al-Watan.
Any Israeli move against Iran will be met by a harsher and stronger Iranian response, Athr Press reports.
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These preparatory talks highlight the strategic planning undertaken by the party’s top echelon, according to al-Baath.
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An economist told Syria TV that increased remittances to the Central Bank have no effect on the dollar supply in the black market, where the exchange rate is actually determined.
This development coincides with Russia escalating its military operations in Ukraine, Enab Baladi says.
This incident follows a period of relative calm in Damascus, Athr Press writes.
Eight fighters linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guards lost their lives, Bas News writes.
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Hassan is a prominent figure among Syrian officers with close ties to Russia, al-Souria Net writes.
A 37-year-old former security officer of ISIS, was arrested in January 2023 in the town of Arkel by the Dutch police, according to Syria TV.
To date, there has been no response or comment from the Syrian regime regarding the situation of refugees in Lebanon. Enab Baladi writes.
The militias have been actively enhancing their military presence and security protocols along the Euphrates River, Syria TV writes.
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The pro-government al-Baath said Assad was doing a “powerful gesture of solidarity with the Palestinian people”.
The operational synergy between the Lebanese Army’s Intelligence Directorate and Syrian counterparts led to the capture of the three suspects in a border region shared by Syria and Lebanon.
The Israeli military announced on Tuesday that it conducted a raid on military infrastructure and a military site belonging to Syrian regime forces.
The Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry voiced its unwavering support for Venezuela’s efforts to conduct its presidential elections.
The updated “Job Center salary” for Syrian refugees in Germany stands at 563 euros per month, with adjustments for adults cohabiting.
The recent aggression does not appear to signify a departure from previous rules of engagement, Samer Dahi writes in Athr Press.
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President al-Assad underscored the importance of the Syrian religious community’s dedication to an accurate interpretation of the Holy Qur’an.
With the approach of Eid al-Fitr, Syrians are once again grappling with the persistent issue of worn and damaged currency.
Sawt al-Asima says the military successfully thwarted the infiltration and smuggling attempt originating from Syrian territory.
The law delineates 30 specific responsibilities for municipalities, Enab Baladi reports.
The Tasnim news agency of Iran has released photos showcasing the façade of the newly constructed consulate building.
The discussions also encompassed the negotiating body’s preparedness to address all tracks delineated in UN resolutions, including governance, political transition, and electoral matters.
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Ambassador Ala denounced the aggression as a severe infringement of global norms, al-Baath reports.
The Israeli shelling targeted the vicinity of the city of Nawa in the western countryside of Daraa governorate, according to Nedaa Post.
News networks reported the deaths of several other regime figures, Syria TV writes.
Damascus witnessed a solemn military funeral for the Iranian military advisors who lost their lives during the Israeli assault on the Iranian Consulate, al-Watan writes.
A source confirmed to Athr Press that the convoy comprised vehicles transporting logistical military reinforcements.
Seven years have passed since the massacre perpetrated by the Assad regime and its allies, al-Souria Net writes.
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President Bashar al-Assad of Syria personally reached out to Ebrahim Raisi, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, offering his deepest condolences.
The Syrian Liberal Party (Ahrar) has put forward a bold proposal for a unified state accommodating both Palestinians and Jews, complete with a “bicameral parliament.”
Numerous directors of orphanages, when contacted by Al-Watan, confirmed the financial constraints and difficulties in obtaining subsidized fuel and bread.
Bassel Abdul Qadir, the director of the Military Construction Corporation branch in Hama, was fatally injured when his vehicle was struck by an explosive device
Specifically, 77% of residents in the Tal Abyad and Ras al-Ain areas reported debt.
Lister highlighted the unprecedented nature of the strike, which not only destroyed a building within the Iranian Consulate compound but also eliminated a key figure in the IRGC.
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The International Coalition forces have been engaging in military drills with helicopter support at the Rubaria base in Al-Malikiyah’s countryside, Athr Press says.
Prime Minister of Syria, Hussein Arnous, made a significant visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran Chancery in Damascus to denounce the assault, al-Baath reported.
58 civilians, including three children and 12 women, lost their lives while gathering truffles.
Israel says its Air Force targeted an IRGC military facility in Damascus, not Iran’s consulate or embassy.
Saudi Arabia strongly condemned the Israeli airstrike.
Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on the evening of Sunday, targeting the Jamraya area in the countryside of Damascus.
Assad critically evaluated the notion of subsidies, arguing that viewing them through a purely ideological or philanthropic lens is a recipe for failure.
The Iranian ambassador and his family reportedly escaped harm.
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The total number of individuals requiring humanitarian assistance in Syria amounts to 16.7 million, the United Nations Humanitarian Coordinator for Syria said.
Te Russian Foreign Ministry condemned the violation of Syria’s sovereignty, according to al-Thawra.
The U.S. is moving beyond conventional strategies, exploring options such as restructuring the Autonomous Administration and SDF, Aqeel Saeed Mahfoud writes in Athr Press.
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The head of the Central Bureau of Statistics stressed the significance of not solely enumerating migrants but also comprehensively understanding their demographic characteristics.
Athr Press’s examination of available statistics reveals a worrying trend in the violations against Syrian women.
Among the appointments is Major General Muhammad Khalif al-Muhammad, who has been designated as the commander of the Second Corps.
Austria and Denmark are working together to push for the resumption of deportations to Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
These measures encompassed the establishment of 8 committees “across liberated areasä, according to Syria TV.
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Syria called for a united international effort to address and resolve the longstanding issue of the occupied Golan Heights.
Syria said it was “rallying nations around the world to stand against this aggression”, according to Tishreen.
Athr Press says this variant emerged in various countries worldwide some time ago.
A central bank official said the largest banknote denomination in Syria is 5,000 SYP, which is “adequate for conducting transactions and transfers”.
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Professional begging will incur imprisonment ranging from two to three years.
Seven of these women will commence their roles in May.
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According to a statement from the Saudi Foreign Ministry, bin Farhan received a call from Pedersen, during which they exchanged views on the current situation in Syria.
Unidentified warplanes struck approximately ten sites belonging to Iran-backed militias across various areas of Deir-ez-Zor.
The US envoy underscored the importance of maintaining an open dialogue and fostering inclusivity among all parties involved in the region to ensure stability and progress.
The Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator resigned three years after being nominated to that position.
Athr Press reports an observed increase in the value of remittances sent by expatriates, particularly those in the Gulf.
This invitation marks a noteworthy moment in the ongoing efforts to restore Syria’s relations with its Arab nation.
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The Federation of Chambers of Commerce is slated to visit Saudi Arabia on the twenty-fourth of the upcoming month, al-Watan revealed.
According to the correspondent of Enab Baladi in Daraa, Musayfra experienced prolonged clashes on Saturday.
Numerous attempts have been made by locals to eradicate these animals, including the placement of toxic substances, according to Athr Press.
The judiciary in northwestern Syria grapples with challenges including conflicting legal references, Syria TV writes.
Syria has voiced its support for the creation of a global ethics system to govern collaborative international research and development in artificial intelligence.
The collapse in real estate’s appeal as a secure investment mirrors the broader economic challenges in Syria, al-Modon reports.
Media outlets linked with the HTS asserted that the explosion originated from gas cylinders within a pastry shop in the town.
Significant military support has arrived in the western outskirts of Damascus from the eastern regions of Homs, according to Shaam Network.
While Ankara views Kurdish forces as adversaries, it has engaged in efforts to establish understandings and agreements with them, Aqeel Mahfoud writes for Athr Press.
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President Putin expressed gratitude for Syria’s solidarity, emphasizing the strength found in unity and the shared commitment to “overcoming terrorism”.
At midnight on Sunday, Israeli warplanes launched airstrikes targeting an air defence system belonging to the Syrian regime’s army in the countryside of Damascus.
The campaign is part of a broader crackdown on the black market and individuals involved in currency exchange, the head of the Council of the Syrian Businessmen Association in Egypt told Athr Press.
Syria said it stands in solidarity with Cuba, condemning the sanctions and the harsh blockade imposed by the U.S.
The White Helmets have confirmed that the Assad regime targeted schools in northern Syria six times since the beginning of 2024.
The Suweida mouvement progresses towards curbing the longstanding presence of the party institution in the province, Enab Baladi writes.
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The commander of the Irish Peace Force in the Syrian Golan, noted in February that tensions along the Syria-Israel border had escalated significantly.
A growing consensus among Syrians recognizes the nation as a casualty of international conflict, Marwan Qabalan writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Major General Hossam Louka, head of the regime’s General Intelligence Service, reportedly facilitated dialogue between the UAE and Hezbollah.
Talks in Damascus centred on enhancing collaboration between Syria and the IAEA, the pro-government Tishreen writes.
The move underscores a “commitment to fostering a vibrant and innovative media landscape in Syria”, the pro-government al-Baath says.
Sources lauded Mekdad’s visit to Riyadh as highly fruitful, according to al-Watan.
Fidan emphasized the importance of upholding the Astana agreement.
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New doctors are more prone to leaving the country.
Assad met with the youth volunteer group from the Dialogue Center for Virtual Education.
Pro-regime media’s portrayal of Assad as the savior of small businesses, Eyad Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
The presence of a former Baath official at an official ceremony in Berlin sparked controversy.
An opposition figure told Enab Baladi that, if such a proposal arises, the Syrian Negotiation Commission will deliberate on it, but said they maintain Geneva as their preference.
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The Syrian government issued a strong condemnation of a statement made on March 15th by the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and Germany.
Deputy Minister of Health Ahmed Damirieh clarified that the objective isn’t to commercialize the health service sector but rather to enhance the quality of delivery of health service.
According to medical sources cited by Syria TV, the incident occurred in the city of Sarmada, north of Idleb.
Athr Press says some people are criticizing the government’s figures, saying they lack objectivity and independence.
President Assad emphasized the election result as a testament to the Russian populace’s deep trust in Putin.
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A correspondent from Athr Press reported that the Israeli attack impacted sites in the village of Danha, near the city of Yabroud in the Damascus countryside.
The Syrian pro-government media portray the meeting as actively facilitating UN operations and striving to improve the humanitarian situation within the country.
The European Union released a statement on Thursday reiterating its call for a sustainable political settlement for Syria.
The exact date of the committee’s meeting, which has remained suspended since August of 2023, is not yet known.
While such transactions are feasible and accessible elsewhere, Syria lags, according to al-Watan.
Human Rights Watch has issued a strong call for Jordan to ensure accountability and compensation for airstrikes conducted on January 18th in southeast Syria.
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The Swedish Foreign Minister, Tobias Billström, affirmed that Sweden will not repatriate Swedish citizens, including children from camps of families associated with ISIS.
Dr. Imad Saadeh, the head of the Damascus Doctors Syndicate, informed Majesty News that the judiciary is currently investigating the matter.
In recent months, progress toward reconciliation between Turkey and the Syrian regime has stagnated, according to Nedaa Post.
Mekdad, accompanied by a delegation, arrived in Riyadh for an official visit.
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Lahib, originally from Maarat al-Numan in Idleb, recounted the refusal by Lebanese General Security to renew his and his family’s residency.
Africa Intelligence, a prominent intelligence platform, uncovered the visit of Maher al-Assad, brother of Bashar al-Assad, to Libya.
Pedersen aims to advance discussions on the ninth round of the Constitutional Committee talks, according to al-Watan.
Confidential sources have informed Sawt Al-Asima that Syrian businessman Abu Ali Khodr has been placed under house arrest.
Masked individuals riding motorcycles, suspected to be associated with cells linked to ISIS, attacked truffle collectors in the village of Tutian, according to Syria TV.
Turkey’s allies to demonstrate solidarity by ending their support for “separatist terrorist organizations”.
Turkey’s regional diplomacy exhibited flexibility, with strategic maneuvers adapting to the shifting realities on the ground, Mohammad Fawaz analyzes for Syria TV.
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Minister Louay al-Munajjid stated that the law is expected to be finalized within three months, according to Sawt al-Asima.
There are three primary rationales for the United States to engage in substantive dialogue with Turkey on Syria, Mahmoud Allouch writes in Syria TV.
Rifaat al-Assad stands accused of “murder, torture, cruel treatment, and unlawful arrests in Syria in February 1982”, according to Enab Baladi.
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Abdollahian was en route to Damascus as part of a regional tour originating in Iraq, according to Syria TV.
The UN delegation is set to inspect the conditions in the displaced persons’ camps and several hospitals, according to Baladi News.
Both presidents reaffirmed their unwavering support for the Palestinian people, according to al-Watan.
Syria expressed its reservations about wording that might imply equality between the Israeli occupier and the Palestinian people living under occupation, according to al-Baath.
This latest incident constitutes the fourth Israeli assault on Damascus International Airport and the fifth on Aleppo International Airport, according to Athr Press.
The Yemeni foreign minister expressed his country’s immediate readiness to establish a diplomatic mission in Damascus, according to al-Tareek.
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The discussions also touched upon the future directions for the IMF and the World Bank, according to al-Baath.
The organization’s statement highlights the distressing conditions in camps for displaced individuals in northern Syria, according to Syria TV.
In a statement, the US embassy in Syria expressed its support for the International Court of Justice’s efforts, according to Baladi News.
Attendees at the meeting expressed full confidence that the countries and forces within the Axis of Resistance would not allow the enemy to isolate the people in Gaza, according to al-Watan.
The ICJ has decided to cancel the second hearing, originally scheduled for Wednesday, according to Enab Baladi.
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The naval power of the United States is being deployed to deter and inflict harm upon Hezbollah and the Assad regime, according to Orient Net.
Sindawi stressed the coordination between the resistance factions and the wider axis of resistance, according to al-Watan.
The conflict erupted on Saturday evening, when a Special Forces checkpoint refused passage to a group associated with the Fourth Division, Syria TV writes.
Human Rights Watch reported that since 2011, they have extensively documented tens of thousands of arbitrary detentions and instances of torture, according to Baladi News.
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This decision was reached following a voting session held on Monday, according to Enab Baladi.
Despite global condemnation, the Syrian government has failed to address the use of torture by its agents.
Turkish warplanes, possessing high destructive capacity, participated in targeting operations against SDF sites, according to Athr Press.
Sources told Baladi News that the reinforcements consist of drones, Iranian Fajr missiles, and advanced weaponry.
The White Helmets have sounded the alarm regarding the grave consequences of the continued escalation of attacks in Idleb, according to Syria TV.
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Since the attack on the Homs military academy, Syrian regime forces have led a relentless bombardment campaign, according to Enab Baladi.
Enab Baladi reached out to a group of Syrian refugees who were deported to various camps.
Experts predict a decrease of up to 40 percent in remittances from Iraq to Syria, according to al-Watan.
Syria reaffirmed its unwavering support for the Palestinian people in their battle against Zionist terrorism, according to al-Baath.
The Syrian army continued its missile and artillery strikes against the positions of HTS, according to Athr Press.
Statement by the Arab League appears to echo the narrative of the Assad regime, according to al-Souria Net.
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The SDF leader called upon the guarantor parties and the international community to adopt appropriate positions in response to Turkey’s repeated threats, according to Athr Press.
The CENTCOM commander has stated that Russia appears to be reducing its provocative actions in Syria, al-Modon reports.
Additional SDF sites were hit in the village of Taweelah in the western countryside of Tal Tamr, according to Hashtag Syria.
The Syrian government declared a three-day official mourning period beginning tomorrow, October 6th 2023, according to al-Baath.
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Loyalists are affirming that Bashar al-Assad has set the stage for a potential transformation in Syria, according to Syria TV.
Syria underlined the pressing need for the international community to address ongoing violations of human rights and international law by Israel, according to al-Watan.
The recent Turkish attacks have penetrated deeper into SDF-controlled territory, according to Athr Press.
Sarmin, located near the contact lines with regime forces, has been subjected to daily bombardments, Enab Baladi reports.
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To facilitate smoother exports from Syria to China, it has been proposed to use the port of Aqaba in Jordan, according to Athr Press.
Assad anticipates a prosperous future for Syria, drawing from the experience before 2011 when the country achieved impressive economic growth, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
The bombing in question was specifically concentrated on al-Boukamal city, al-Souria Net.
Israeli media has reported that Israel is considering providing military and material support to demonstrators in Syria’s Suweida, according to Hashtag Syria.
Recent heavy rainfall has caused significant damage to camps in northern Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Adana Agreement, signed on October 20, 1998, was a result of Egyptian-Iranian mediation, according to Baladi News.
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The primary objective of Assad’s visit is to seek economic support and investments, according to Adnan Ali in Syria TV.
The conflict in Deir-ez-Zor began with clashes between the SDF and Arab tribal forces on August 27th, Athr Press writes.
According to reports from Turkish media, a heated argument erupted between the 19-year-old Syrian and a Turkish citizen, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The US Embassy in Syria reaffirmed its solidarity with the Suweida movement, according to Enab Baladi.
This event was made possible through generous funding from Sweden, according to al-Tareek.
A senior AL official has refuted claims that the Ministerial Committee on Syria suspended its meetings, according to al-Souria Net.
Approximately 50 percent of the tents in the Basmat Amal camp, located near the town of Zarzour in western Idleb, were inundated, according to Baladi News.
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After 42 days, protests in Suweida are still gaining momentum, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
The agreement with Belarus encompasses the exchange of expertise in trade unions, SANA writes.
President al-Assad emphasized the significance of the Belt and Road Initiative in global development, according to al-Watan.
Khaled Khalifa was widely recognized for his consistent criticism of the regime’s policies, according to Orient News.
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Ambassador Sabbagh asserted that the United States has inflicted significant damage on Syria’s oil sector, al-Watan writes.
Russian Deputy FM Sergey Vershinin engaged in discussions with the United Nations Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, concerning the Syrian crisis, according to Shaam Network.
The most common destinations for remittances from Syrian refugees or expatriates are, in order: Damascus, Aleppo, Homs, Hama, and Daraa, according to Syria TV.
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Ayman Safadi has confirmed an alarming increase in drug smuggling operations from Syria to Jordan, according to Baladi News.
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This latest incident marks the 11th such attempt this year, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The price of a domestic gas cylinder has increased to 75,000 SYP from the previous 50,000 SYP, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. Embassy in Syria affirmed its support for the protests in Suweida via its X platform account, according to Athr Press.
There has been criticism within the Arab world regarding the Syrian regime’s response to normalization, according to Syria TV.
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In the wake of these hostilities, all roads in northern Aleppo have been effectively blocked, Baladi News reports.
Asma al-Assad expressed her gratitude to China for its unwavering support of Syria, al-Watan writes.
Two other members sustained injuries as a result of the operation, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
This issue falls under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian government has set the purchase price of cotton at 10,000 Syrian pounds, Athr Press reports.
Syrian immigrants, both within and outside their homeland, have become the marginalized of the modern world, Mohamed Berro writes for Syria TV.
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Russia’s intervention in 2015 turned the Syrian conflict into a well-defined international struggle, Jamal al-Shoufi writes.
The reinforcements consist of infantry units and heavy equipment, including vehicles, tanks, and ground-based anti-aircraft weaponry, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Both leaders recognized the potential for further cooperation through China’s economic and cultural initiatives and joint investment projects, al-Watan writes.
Throughout the ongoing battles, control over the village and the Hamran crossing changed hands multiple times, according to Athr Press.
Sources told al-Souria Net that the Syrian regime fell short in providing the security and political framework to halt the illicit export of contraband.
King Abdullah II raised concerns that Iran may be benefiting from the lucrative drug trade within the country, according to Syria TV.
Catherine Langzeben said the EU wants to secure the legitimate rights of the Syrian population, according to Baladi News.
Qaani’s visit coincided with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s trip to China, according to al-Souria Net.
Earlier reports indicating that the Arab League’s special committee had suspended its contacts with the Syrian government, according to Athr Press.
The recently inked “strategic partnership” agreements between the Syrian regime and China remain somewhat vague, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
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As Assad’s visit unfolds, it promises to strengthen the multifaceted ties between Syria and China, the pro-government al-Baath writes.
Turkish intelligence conducted a targeted operation against Uman Darwish, a prominent leader within the YPG, Syria TV writes.
King Abdullah underscored the importance of engaging with Iraq to counter Iranian influence, according to Syria TV.
Bashar al-Assad’s relatives exploit the ports of Tartous and Lattakia to export narcotics, according to Orient Net.
A newly formed tribal command has the primary objective of continuing the ongoing confrontations against the SDF, according to Athr Press.
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The current toll from the clashes includes one member of the Syrian army killed, four others wounded, according to Athr Press.
The Ministers reaffirmed their support for the efforts of US and coalition forces in achieving the lasting defeat of ISIS, according to Baladi News.
The complementarity of Iranian and Russian roles in the Syrian-Turkish reconciliation file is evident, Munzer Eid writes in the pro-government al-Watan.
Sheikh Tamim asserted that Syria requires a comprehensive settlement achieved through a political process, according to al-Modon.
This protest marked the sixth consecutive week of the ongoing popular movement in the governorate, according to Orient Net.
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The U.S. is eager to initiate the project within a year to counter China’s growing influence, according to Iyad Jaafari in Syria TV.
Blinken underscored that both the United States and Gulf countries are addressing the primary regional security concern: Iran, according to Enab Baladi.
These remarks from Qassem follow his meeting with US Senator French Hill, Athr Press writes.
President al-Assad will be joined by a prominent political and economic delegation, according to Athr Press.
Ali Asghar Khaji explained that “current discussions revolve around cooperation between Turkey and Syria”, according to al-Watan.
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The head of the Lebanese druze community expressed his unwavering confidence in the wisdom of Hijri, according to Baladi News.
Teachers can earn significantly more in private schools and through private tutoring, according to Syria TV.
Bahra represents the growing liberal movement within Syria since the fall of Baghdad in 2003, according to Abdul Mun’eem Issa in al-Watan.
Bin Farhan and Pedersen convened at the Kingdom’s permanent delegation to the United Nations in New York, according to Athr Press.
Arab diplomatic sources say the Syrian regime has failed to provide the necessary security and political conditions to curb illicit trade, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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Hill had visited northern regions of Syria, leading an American delegation on a quick visit, Athr Press reports.
The German envoy, like others, urged the Syrian regime to refrain from using violence, according to al-Souria Net.
The Cypriot Interior Minister highlighted that there are already two areas within Syria recognized as safe zones, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian regime has consistently emphasized the necessity of withdrawing Turkish military installations in northern Syria, Enab Baladi reminds.
Finance Minister Kinan Yaghi reiterated Syria’s dedication to “combatting terrorism and extremism on behalf of the international community”, the pro-government al-Baath writes.
The group was was an initiative by the former Iranian Quds Force commander, Qassem Soleimani, according to Syria TV.
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Turkey might be actively working to gradually eliminate the presence of Syrian refugees, Orient Net writes.
The Captagon tablets seized were likely destined for a third country, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The organization highlighted the critical need for intensified healthcare services, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The northwestern regions of Syria are grappling with a deteriorating economic situation, Enab Baladi writes.
Various factions, some aligned with the Syrian National Army and others with HTS, engage in mutual military build-ups, SYRIA TV writes.
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Mekdad emphasized Syria’s unwavering commitment to facilitating the return of refugees in a conversation with the Lebanese FM, according to Tishreen.
Ankara-backed factions express concerns about Julani’s increasing control over economic assets and smuggling routes, according to Athr Press.
Sources have revealed that SDF’s arrests are not limited to tribal fighters, according to al-Watan.
Deportation campaigns target even those with valid legal documentation, according to Baladi News.
From his military coup in 1970 until his death in 2000, Hafez al-Assad failed to appreciate Syria’s diverse regions, according to Bassam Youssef for Syria TV.
The Russian initiatives aimed to prevent the SDF, backed by the United States, from exploiting tensions, according to Syria TV.
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The SNHR report extensively documented the execution of 7,872 individuals, including 114 children and 26 women, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Bahra has held various political positions within the Syrian opposition’s political institutions since 2011, according to Enab Baladi.
The two sides discussed providing facilitations to Syrian businessmen to use ports, according to al-Baath.
Aoun outlined the army’s strategy to address this issue within legal boundaries, according to Orient Net.
New images indicated that Washington had supplied the base with new equipment, according to Syria TV.
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The Committee underscored the importance of continued popular protests with political and economic demands, according to Baladi News.
Clashes between tribal fighters and the SDF continue in the eastern countryside, according to Athr Press.
Syrian officials will face trial in Paris on charges related to their alleged involvement in crimes against humanity, according to Syria TV.
Voices could be heard instructing them to “Leave and go home” in Turkish, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria has strongly condemned the ongoing violation of its sovereignty, according to pro-government al-Watan.
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An encounter between the FMs of Syria and Yemen took place on the sidelines of the Arab League Council’s ministerial-level meeting, according to Enab Baladi.
These protests have been ongoing for a remarkable 22 days, according to Syria TV.
The problem is exacerbated as internal debt continues to increase substantially each year, according to Athr Press.
Pedersen provided an overview of the outcomes from recent visits and meetings, Tishreen writes.
Ahmed Safadi highlighted Jordan’s commitment to Arab unity, according to al-Souria Net.
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The SDF asserted that its entry into the town was the result of “mediation by several tribes with tribal forces”, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad accused western powers of attempting to impose their rules on other nations, according to al-Watan.
The police arrested two individuals, one of which is believed to have played a role in a 2013 incident, resulting in the death of over 60 civilians and combatant, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Abdi confirmed that direct communication had not taken place, according to al-Souria Net.
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Cargo transport trucks used for crossing the Kingdom’s territory must have an operational life of no more than 20 years from the year of manufacture, according to Athr Press.
Surplus has led to real estate prices falling below their anticipated values, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad commended the UAE’s role in advocating for Arab interests, according to al-Watan.
Ongoing military escalation has led to the displacement of hundreds of families, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Demonstrators are demanding the downfall of the Syrian regime and a peaceful transition of power in accordance with UN Resolution 2254, according to Enab Baladi.
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Sheikh Hafel explained that the purpose of the meeting was to convey the demands of the eastern Syrian tribes, according to Baladi News.
The SDF controls one third of Syrian territory as a result of the failure to address the Syrian crisis comprehensively and fairly, Siba Madwar writes in al-Modon.
Putin underscored the importance of safeguarding Syria’s territorial integrity, according to Athr Press.
Assad is laying the groundwork for the privatization of the sector, ultimately leading to its leasing to the Qaterji family, according to al-Modon.
Insiders have told Syria TV that the behaviour of the United States indicates a desire to maintain Arab influence in the Deir-ez-Zor.
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Mekdad highlighted Syria’s alignment with positive global forces to establish a world free from colonialism, according to al-Watan.
Residents of Jabal al-Zawiya in the southern countryside of Idleb were forced to evacuate on Monday morning, according to Baladi News.
A significant meeting between Ethan Goldrich and Syrian opposition leaders was held in Istanbul, according to Athr Press.
Tribal fighters are currently attempting to resist the SDF’s advance, according to Syria TV.
Clashes in Eastern Syria curiously coincided with the claims of an impending American military operation Iyad al-Jaafari writes in Syria TV.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi has previously underscored his country’s unwavering commitment to combat drug trafficking, according to al-Modon.
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Amman remains skeptical about the prospects of success of an Arab initiative, according to Orient Net.
The Daraa branch of the Baath Party pointed fingers at “terrorists” for this act, according to Enab Baladi.
Arslan made an appeal to the residents of Suweida and Jabal al-Arab to preserve their identity, according to al-Watan.
Both Goldrich and Foyle underscored the vital nature of a robust partnership between the United States and the SDF, Syria TV writes.
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The Daraa 24 network reported that the arrest of these young men took place on Wednesday, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The ongoing situation in Deir ez-Zor represents a significant challenge for the SDF, according to al-Souria Net.
Recalling the Syrian revolution’s early days, one can hardly find a year without a massacre etched into its memory, Mohammad Berro writes in Syria TV.
The regime promised a significant government role to Safwan Abu Saada, a move contingent on thwarting the Suweida movement, according to al-Modon.
The area that came under attack had reportedly been utilized by groups involved in drug trafficking between Syria and Jordan, according to Damas Post.
Bashar al-Assad of Syria welcomed Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian and his delegation to the heart of Damascus, according to al-Watan.
Over the past three days, Deir ez-Zor has become the arena for clashes between the SDF and Arab Tries, Baladi News reminds.
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The Cabinet urged ministers to consider this improvement in livelihood as a fundamental government policy, according to al-Baath.
Syrians have either reached or are rapidly approaching a national consensus, Marwan Kabalan writes in Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The regime’s strategy involves sowing discord among the residents of Suweida itself, Syria TV says.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has reported alarming statistics concerning enforced disappearances in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Mamdouh al-Abadi said the presence of Syrian refugees has contributed to various challenges in Jordan, according to Sowt al-Asima.
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Secret meeting between Louqa and Nasrallah delved into multifaceted regional dynamics, according to Syria TV.
All facilities and members associated with the SDF will be considered “legitimate targets” by the tribes if the deadline is not met, according to Athr Press.
Syria claims the attack is primarily driven by a desire to divert attention from escalating crises within Israel, according to al-Watan.
The tax rate on salaries and wages is slated for reduction, according to al-Baath.
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The SDF’s security arm, Asayish, is also besieging other leaders in the Khashman region of Hassakeh, according to al-Souria Net.
Sabbagh currently occupies the position of Permanent Representative of the Syrian Arab Republic to the United Nations, but will be transferred from his current role, according to al-Watan.
Syria is currently a manifestation of the international and regional power play, Athr Press claims.
the Israeli attack caused significant damage to the airport’s runway and rendering it temporarily non-functional, according to Baladi News.
This Suweida protest transcends sectarian boundaries, encompassing not only the Druze population but also Christians, residents of various faiths, and tribal Muslims, according to Saba Madwar in al-Modon.
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The confrontation escalated into intense clashes between the opposing sides, according to Athr Press.
The main objective of this visit is to convey a strong message to the American government and its people, according to al-Modon.
Khader Ali Taher has rapidly ascended the ranks of influence and power in war-torn Syria.
This is the second time the administration has raised the salaries of its employees in 2023, Enab Baladi reminds.
Protesters removed a picture of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad from the northern entrance to the city of Suweida, according to Syria TV.
Activists hailing from Suweida, Daraa, the Syrian coast, and Idleb have united their voices to ask for a collective protest, according to Baladi News.
The ongoing protests may continue and even intensify, but it’s unlikely they will culminate in a revolution, Radwan Ziadeh writes for Syria TV.
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The cow population decreased by 25%, while goat and sheep populations declined by 17% and 7% respectively, Athr Press writes.
Haboush warned against disregarding people’s demands and valid criticism, Damas Post writes.
Sabbagh criticized the misuse of the United States presidency of the Security Council, al-Watan reports.
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Under the headline “A Fallacy, Not a Revival: Unmasking Deceit and Charlatans,” Al-Baath dismisses the ongoing protests.
Hundreds of individuals from various cities and towns within the Suweida governorate converged at al-Karama Square, according to Syria TV.
The movement claims there is a secret tunnel leading to Bashar al-Assad’s palace, according to Baladi News.
The victims of this devastating incident originated from the village of al-Ruwaiha in the southern countryside of Idleb, according to al-Souria Net.
Ongoing protests in the rural areas of Aleppo have shed light on the monopolistic practices of the al-Anwar Company, according to al-Modon.
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Recently, pro-government journalists and activists have begun to turn against their government.
Young individuals from Nawa, Daraa, participated in a demonstration on August 21st, calling for the downfall of the regime, according to Enab Baladi.
The general strike and civil disobedience in Suweida have entered their third consecutive day, according to Syria TV.
Although Ankara would usually appoint seven different governors for the areas it controls, a new approach involves appointing only one, according to al-Tareek.
Analysts attribute this surge in Syrian exports to amplified outbound shipments of natural resources, Athr Press writes.
The Russian Foreign Ministry suggested that it would be suitable for one of the Arab capitals to host the Constitutional Committee’s session, according to Syria TV.
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Pedersen commended Egypt’s considerable efforts toward resolving the Syrian crisis, according to al-Watan.
The toll of this massacre reached a staggering figure of approximately 1,400 lives lost, according to Baladi News.
Peaceful activism within Daraa and Suweida stands as an “extraordinary occurrence” in regions under regime control, according to al-Souria Net.
A noticeable pause by Saudi Arabia and growing discontent within Jordan have resulted in a stagnation of Arab normalization efforts, according to Syria TV.
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Sheikh Hikmat Salman al-Hijri, the spiritual leader of the Druze, issued a poignant message to the citizens and youth of Syria, according to as-Suwayda 24.
The aspiration for Aleppo’s resurgence faces formidable barriers, colonel Abdul Jabbar Akidi writes for Syria TV.
A widespread strike has been launched across multiple towns and cities in Daraa and As-Suweida, according to Syria TV.
Numerous proprietors of shops and eateries have deemed operating under current prices unsustainable, according to Baladi News.
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There is a significant disruption in traffic within the major cities of Daraa governorate, according to Syria TV.
The minister of Economy countered claims that fuel subsidies had been completely eliminated, according to al-Watan.
The official stance of Jordan underscores the principles of a voluntary and secure repatriation process, according to Syria TV.
Insiders familiar with the Cairo meeting expressed optimism concerning its outcomes, according to Athr Press.
The Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, engaged in discussions with the Chief of the INTERSOS Italian organization to bolster their collaborative endeavours, according to al-Baath.
Communication between Qahtani and the international coalition occurred with the knowledge and approval of HTS leadership, according to Syria TV.
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Mekdad also extended a warm welcome to all Syrian refugees seeking to return to their homeland, al-Baath claims.
Assad’s decisions caused a shock in Syrian society, resulting in a strike among taxi and public transport drivers.
Assad has issued two legislative decrees aimed at “enhancing the financial well-being of both civilian and military employees”, according to al-Watan.
The value of the Syrian pound continues its downward spiral against foreign currencies, according to Enab Baladi.
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In Moscow, the Defense Minister conveyed Syria’s profound gratitude towards Russia, according to al-Baath.
Confrontation occurred between the commander of the National Defense and Muslat of the Jabour tribe, according to Enab Baladi.
The aid products were produced by several countries including the UAE, India, China, and Indonesia, according to Syria TV.
Observational records have tallied no less than 234 deaths and 231 injuries spanning the period between October 2015 and April 2023, according to Shaam Network.
Shoukry emphasized that the Arab Ministerial Liaison Committee on Syria remains dedicated to fulfilling its mandate, according to Athr Press.
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The passengers were mostly from the Kanaker area, Daraa and Quneitera, according to Syria TV.
Outlined within this mechanism is a plan to construct joint housing facilities in partnership with Qatar, al-Modon writes.
The regime’s conditions to maintain the crossing included coordinating aid distribution with the Syrian government, Enab Baladi writes.
The Turkish-backed National Army in northern Syria has denied any coordination with the U.S.-backed Free Syrian Army, according to Athr Press.
Hamas intends to reestablish its office in Damascus and appoint a representative in the near future, according to al-Souria Net.
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Israeli shelling led to fires breaking out at several locations around Damascus, according to Baladi News.
The co-chairman of the PYD highlighted the ongoing conflict among major powers in Syria, according to Damas Post.
Asma al-Assad expounded on the notion that a nation’s children hold paramount importance in safeguarding its future, according to al-Watan.
Turkey believes resolving housing and employment challenges is essential for the repatriation of Syrians, Syria TV writes.
The Minister of Defense reiterated Turkey’s sincere aspiration for peace with Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
The interview’s platform allowed Assad to broadcast his deceptive rhetoric, says al-Souria Net.
Bashar al-Assad addressed key issues regarding his country’s relations with the Arab world, Turkey, and the international community.
The U.S. wants to obstruct the resistance axis extending from Tehran to Beirut through the Syrian-Iraqi border, according to Athr Press.
Assad expressed hope for the development of stronger Arab institutions, according to SANA.
Assad’s recent televised interview with Sky News Arabia has raised intriguing questions about the source of his self-assured demeanour, according to Sateh Noureddine in al-Modon.
Residents question why the rehabilitation process has not commenced, according to Baladi News.
More and more visits between Iran and Syria have economic goals, according to al-Tareek.
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Assad noted that Hafez keeps his distance from political affairs, Syria TV remarks.
The Free Syrian Army faction in the Tanf region stated the SDF and other armed factions across Syrian territories are actively pursuing unified efforts, according to Athr Press.
The blast originated from an explosive device planted within a vehicle belonging to Military Security, according to Baladi News.
Numerous young individuals have crossed into Turkish territory via illicit routes originating from Ras Ain, according to Baladi News.
Paper leaflets were distributed throughout the town of Tayana coercing women to conform to a specific Islamic dress code, according to Enab Baladi.
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yrian individuals residing in Jordan are currently confronted with a fresh humanitarian challenge, according to Syria TV.
The countries endorsing normalization with Assad are becoming increasingly uneasy, Riad Maoases writes in al-Tareek.
Among those deceased was an officer named Issa Taha Hammoud, holding the rank of “major”, according to al-Modon.
Tabbaa questioned why Syrian students are all inclined toward pursuing higher education and university degrees, according to al-Souria Net.
The Iranian representatives are scheduled to conduct official discussions with Prime Minister Hussein Arnous, according to al-Watan.
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ISIS cells present in Idleb have not responded to campaigns by HTS, according to Athr Press.
HTS announced on Monday the casualties inflicted on regime forces and their supporting militias, according to Baladi News.
Riyadh has not appointed an ambassador to Damascus despite appointing new ambassadors to other countries worldwide, according to al-Modon.
Syria expressed its condemnation of the persistent aggressive and terrorist policies of the Israeli occupation authorities, according to al-Baath.
The presence of the Turkish army on Syrian soil stands as an unyielding boundary for the Turkish government, according to Syria TV.
he Ministry of Education within the Salvation government issued a directive that enforces several Sharia-based regulations, according to Enab Baladi.
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In Syria, most medicines are in short supply or unavailable, according to Athr Press.
Investments and trade agreements may further strengthen Iran’s influence in areas under regime control, Shaam Network writes.
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden is cautious about engaging in any military ventures in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Jamous is the fourth president of the commission since its establishment in 2015, according to al-Souria Net.
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Saudi Arabia prohibited trucks manufactured before 2004 from entering or transiting through its territory, according to Sawt al-Asima.
President al-Assad also toured the recently established Syrian Company for photovoltaic module manufacturing in Lattakia, according to al-Baath.
As of now, the prices of rice in the Syrian market have reached around 15,000 SYP per kilo, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
As of July 27th, the number of Syrian refugees with temporary protection cards reached more than 3 millions, according to Syria TV.
Abu Siraj Shuhail held a crucial position overseeing the fuel operations in the areas controlled by HTS, Athr Press writes.
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The regime’s intelligence services instructed all heads of chambers of commerce to convene a meeting with the purpose of dismissing Lahham, Syria TV says.
Syria’s daily crude oil requirement is at least 100,000 barrels, equivalent to 3 million barrels per month, according to Sawt al-Asima.
All of the 40 most crucial command positions in the Syrian army are currently occupied by Alawite officers, Baladi News reports.
Assad emphasized the significance of political belonging and how it is intrinsically linked to the concept of identity, according to al-Baath.
Iran has been actively working to establish a popular resistance among tribesmen in northeastern Syria, Syria TV writes.
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Saleh Muslim says the international coalition conveyed to the Autonomous Administration that they are unable to halt Turkish attacks, according to Shaam Network.
Bombings accounted for approximately 24% of the casualties, the Damas Post writes.
President Assad reminded the personnel that Syria is worthy of sacrifice, al-Baath writes.
The Russian Reconciliation Center in Syria has reported another violation of Syrian airspace by the United States, Athr Press writes.
A Syrian delegation engaged with prominent Iranian economic groups, according to al-Thawra.
Mekdad’s visit to Tehran primarily focused on political and economic matters, Athr Press writes.
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The National Liberation Movement describes itself as a national platform, uniting political and military forces, according to al-Modon.
Mekdad’s visit to Tehran coincides with an unprecedented living crisis in Syria, al-Souria Net reports.
Khaled al-Owaid al-Najm, an official in the State Security branch, was detained by the relatives of the arrested citizen, according to Syria TV.
These decisions were made following an extraordinary session of the Syrian regime’s parliament, al-Modon reports.
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The “Great Middle East Deal” puts Syria as a land of frontier, Abdel Nasser Al-Ayed writes for al-Modon.
Both parties committed to working together on maintenance and rehabilitation projects for schools, according to al-Watan.
Jordan believes trade with Syria should be conducted in a balanced manner, according to Baladi News.
The next round of talks in the Astana format on Syria will be held in Kazakhstan before the end of this year, according to Athr Press.
The loss of vegetation cover was highlighted as a real disaster, according to Athr Press.
Te World Food Program had to announce further cuts in food assistance to refugees in Jordan, according to al-Souria Net.
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Muhammad Jaafar Kassir, a senior commander within Hezbollah, is entrusted with the transfer of money from Iran to Assad and Hezbollah, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian writer said on her Facebook page that the Syrian regime’s security forces attempted to storm her home and arrest her, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad passionately emphasized the severe hardships faced by the Syrian population, al-Baath writes.
Many deportees were subjected to beatings, insults, and humiliation during their detention and deportation, Baladi News reports.
Vershinin confirmed that these vital contacts between the two countries will persist, according to Athr Press.
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The United States notably increased its deployment of military reinforcements to its bases in eastern Syria, Athr Press writes.
Lavrentiev conveyed to Assad warm regards from President Vladimir Putin, according to al-Baath.
Syria said Canada and the Netherlands have their “own dark history stained with crimes,” according to Syria TV.
The unification of the exchange rate was caused by Arab pressure after the re-establishment of relations with the regime, according to al-Modon.
Cancer patients in northern Syria must obtain medical referrals from the Governorate Hospital in Idleb, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Clashes were triggered when the military police arrested a member of the Deir-ez-Zor Military Council, according to Athr Press.
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Sabbagh criticized the unauthorized entry of a French Foreign Ministry delegation into Syrian territory, al-Watan writes.
The American stance towards Assad is directly linked to the ongoing U.S.-Iranian negotiations on the nuclear issue, according to Syria TV.
The inaugural ceremony took place at the UAE Embassy building in Damascus, al-Baath writes.
The number of malnourished children between the ages of 6 and 59 months has surged by a distressing 48% in Syria, Athr Press reports.
The Idleb Health Directorate counts 3,000 registered cancer cases, according to Baladi News.
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Ankara dismissed the Syrian regime’s demand for the withdrawal of Turkish forces from Syria at this stage as “meaningless”, according to al-Modon.
The PM said psychological and media factors played a major role in causing artificial fluctuations in the exchange rate of the lira, according to Athr Press.
The primary objective of this gathering was to curtail the escalating drug trade along the shared border, Enab Baladi writes.
Among the incidents, four forest fires and bushfires occurred in the village of Azar and the surrounding regions, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
Tensions flared in the area following a confrontation between young men from the Jaramana camp and others from the city of Jaramana, al-Souria Net reports.
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No suspected locations involved in drug smuggling from Syria to Jordan in the border villages of Suweida governorate were inspected, al-Modon writes.
The investors hail from the Lattakia Governorate and are related to Major General Nasser Deeb, the deputy minister of Interior, according to Baladi News.
Following Safadi’s visit to Damascus, he met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on June 4th, Athr Press reminds.
The Turkish Interior Minister acknowledged that some abuses have occurred by certain police personnel, according to Athr Press.
This drastic devaluation comes about a month after the start of the collapse following Eid al-Adha, al-Modon underlines.
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The ministers met with those concerned in Lattakia to propose solutions for the coastal governorate, according to Athr Press.
Bashar Mustafa Zarro, was arrested by members of the regime’s air intelligence forces on July 19, 2012, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The MoU highlights the need to develop the scientific and professional aspects of the justice field, according to al-Baath.
The growth prospects for the Syrian economy are riddled with significant risks, according to Radwane Ziadeh for Syria TV.
The platform was part of a package of monetary policy measures taken by the regime in 2021 to control the exchange rate of the Syrian pound, according to al-Modon.
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Many crucial cancer treatments are unavailable in northern Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The strike was initiated by Manbij activists in response to the SDF’s enforced recruitment campaigns, according to Syria TV.
There has been an increase in incidents involving Russian aircrafts intercepting American ones in Syrian airspace, according to Baladi News.
Among other types of medicine, infant formula has been absent from pharmacies for three months in Syria, according to Orient Net.
Syria urgently calls upon the United Nations to take immediate and effective action to halt violations of international laws, according to al-Baath.
Minister of Industry, Abdelkader Jokhadar, held discussions with Bahrain’s Ambassador to Syria, Waheed Mubarak Sayyar, according to Tishreen.
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Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Bassam Sabbagh, emphasized the importance of the United Nations and its role, according to Athr Press.
The reason provided for the arrest of these individuals is their alleged violation of the residency system, according to Orient Net.
The Al-Oqeiba neighbourhood is home to important historical landmarks, Syria TV writes.
The regime has implemented a policy that obligates young Syrians who have completed their compulsory service to return to the army for reserve duty, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian government has condemned the unauthorized entry of a French Foreign Ministry delegation into Syrian territory, according to al-Baath.
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Safadi’s tour comes a month and a half after the Amman consultative meeting, al-Souria Net.
The team argued that cross-border humanitarian aid is vital to prevent Russia from controlling the Syrian humanitarian issue, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The fires, which occurred at dawn on Sunday, resulted in the complete destruction of Abd al-Rahman Pasha al-Youssef’s palace, Syria TV writes.
The Syrian Parliament highlighted the “catastrophic consequences of unilateral sanctions imposed by Western governments” on Syria, according to al-Baath.
Iraq called for the lifting of sanctions imposed on Syria in a manner that alleviates the suffering of its people, according to al-Watan.
Erdogan emphasized that Damascus’ condition regarding the Turkish withdrawal from Syria is unlikely to be met, according to Athr Press.
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Luna al-Shibl, the media adviser to the President of the Syrian regime, played a decisive role in the Minister of Information’s decision, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. military presence in the northern countryside of the Deir-ez-Zor governorate continues to strengthen, according to al-Watan.
A clash unfolded between members of the Lions of the East militia and the military security personnel of the regime forces, according to Baladi News.
Both President al-Assad and the Iraqi Prime Minister emphasized the significance of the strong bond between Iraq and Syria, according to al-Watan.
The fire quickly spread due to the presence of several workshops that manufacture shoes and bags, according to Athr Press.
Damascus said the United Nations could use a border crossing from Turkey to continue delivering aid to Idleb, despite Russia vetoing the UNSC Resolution, according to al-Arabiya.
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U.S. military leaders met with several notable figures from Arab tribes in the Syrian Jazira region, according to Athr Press.
Tehran seeks to assert its power in the Middle East by directly challenging the American forces, Abdel Naser al-Iyad writes in al-Modon.
Several investigations have provided evidence indicating that the Assad regime has profited billions of dollars from the illicit drug trade, according to al-Souria Net.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham continues to carry out raids and arrests targeting activists and media workers, according to Damas Post.
Recent days have seen a build-up of military forces in the rural areas of Deir-ez-Zor, according to Baladi News.
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The political environment and the rhetoric directed toward Syrians have reached a harsh level, according to Syria TV.
The stability of the SYP in the recent period was based on expectations of financial support from Gulf countries, according to al-Modon.
Two officers from the regime forces were targeted in the city of al-Sanamayn, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria was disappointed that its collaboration with the Technical Committee was met with denial, according to al-Watan.
Russia on Tuesday vetoed at the U.N. Security Council a nine-month renewal of an aid operation delivering assistance to some 4 million people in rebel-held
Hafez el-Assad studies in Russia show that he is under Moscow’s influence, Omar al-Kaddour writes in al-Modon.
The forum includes various bilateral sessions and discussions focusing on strategies to enhance economic and trade relations, al-Watan writes.
To ascertain the identities of the deceased, their remains were sent to the Directorate of Forensic Medicine in Damascus countryside, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. intervention coincides with a noticeable reduction in the frequency of Turkish bombardments, according to Athr Press.
The head of the Lattakia Workers’ Union, revealed that the number of resignations in the governorate has surpassed 900 since the start of 2023, al-Modon says.
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Preparations are underway to announce a tender for the import of iron, according to Athr Press.
Turkey has made commitments to relocate armed groups to a distance of six kilometres from the M4 road between Hassakeh and Aleppo, according to al-Souria Net.
The Assad regime’s reliance on economic ties with Iran and Russia has impeded its recovery, Hassan Aswad writes in Syria TV.
The WFP faces a funding gap for the food assistance program this year, according to Syria TV.
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Al-Watan says the Ukrainian army established a special battalion for SDF fighters.
Israel still strongly opposes any increase in Iranian influence over Syrian airports and seaports, Iyad al-Jaafara underlines in al-Modon.
The U.S. is trying to implement a plan in Suweida with the local Druze population similar to the eastern Syria region run by the SDF, according to Athr Press.
HTS announced the arrest of a cell affiliated with Hezbollah militias that were active in opposition-controlled areas, according to Syria TV.
Syrian regime forces and Russia targeted the town of al-Bara in the southern countryside of Idleb on Sunday, according to Syria TV.
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The Central Bank of Syria has reduced the exchange rate of the Syrian pound 8,400 pounds against the greenback, according to al-Modon.
Many women are being recruited to look after the elderly left behind by their emigrated children, according to Athr Press.
As anti-refugees sentiment increases in Turkey, more and more people are trying to show Syria as safe, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Syria said the commission repeatedly justified the unlawful and immoral actions of countries that have occupied Syrian territories, according to al-Watan.
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U.S. intelligence is offering a monthly payment of up to two thousand dollars to individuals willing to participate in the conflict in Ukraine, according to Athr Press.
Mekdad extended congratulations to Azerbaijan for successfully hosting this NAM meeting, according to al-Watan.
Sunday saw a significant escalation of tension between Syrians and Turks in the northwestern state of Kocaeli, according to al-Souria Net.
Tensions between Russian and U.S. forces have risen in recent months, according to Baladi News.
These campaigns have become a recurring pattern at the onset of each year’s harvest season, Syria TV says.
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The delegation expressed its intention to visit camps, mobile clinics, and food warehouses as part of their assessment, Baladi News writes.
The convoy was carrying essential logistical equipment, accompanied by military armoured vehicles, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian refugee issue is a significant concern for both Jordan and Turkey, al-Watan writes.
Diab, who worked in the ambulance department of the facility, was seeing the accused, Alaa al-Moussa, on a daily basis, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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The private company will assume the responsibilities of civil aviation operations, al-Baath reveals.
The regime is planning a military campaign in the western countryside of Daraa, Baladi News writes.
President Assad emphasized that the Syrian government has implemented various legislative, legal, and reconciliation measures, al-Watan writes.
The United States has consistently opposed the Arab and Turkish efforts to foster closer ties with Syria, Athr Press writes.
Activists have highlighted that many of the incidents that occurred in the city appear to be orchestrated by Tahrir al-Sham, according to Damas Post.
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The Public Prosecutor’s Office has taken legal action to address these publications, according to Syria TV.
The escalation of violence in Syria is linked to the trajectory of the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement, Athr Press writes.
The UN mechanism for identifying missing persons is humanitarian in nature and lacks criminal jurisdiction, according to Baladi News.
The Australian bishops emphasized their ongoing efforts to alleviate the impact of sanctions imposed on Syria, al-Baath reports.
Israel has carried out numerous airstrikes on targets in government-controlled parts of Syria in recent years, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
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Syria and Russia both said there is no presence of “Wagner” members or affiliated entities on Syrian grounds, according to Athr Press.
The General Security Agency of the HTS arrested Omar Nuzhat and Ali Nasrallah while they were documenting a peaceful civilian sit-in, according to Baladi News.
Al-Watan praised Hafez al-Assad for “demonstrating exceptional academic prowess” as he completed his Masters in Pure mathematics.
Syria said this action exposes the moral decline of Western governments, according to al-Baath.
According to Arab sources, over 40,000 Syrians have expressed their desire to support Russia in its fight against Ukraine, Baladi News claims.
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Martin Griffiths, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, met Bashar al-Assad on Monday, according to Baladi News.
Local observatories reported that unidentified warplanes conducted airstrikes near the towns of Atman and Yadouda, Syria TV reports.
Turkish intelligence agents were able to pinpoint the origins of attacks northern Syria, according to Athr Press.
Syrian citizens are allowed to take out a maximum of 10,000 US dollars upon departure, while foreign nationals are allowed only up to 5,000 US dollars, al-Souria Net reports.
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The recent escalation of violence by the regime forces, Russia, and their allies has instilled fear among civilians, Baladi News reports.
Assad highlighted the measures taken by Syrian state institutions to facilitate the return of refugees, al-Watan reports.
Safadi highlighted “the difficulties confronted by Jordan as a host nation for Syrian refugees,” according to al-Modon.
While the normalization process with Assad predates Biden’s presidency, his administration seeks to engage with it, Shady Aladdin writes in Syria TV.
Washington perceives Syria as a battleground between two camps, akin to Ukraine and Taiwan, according to Athr Press.
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The assailants launched the attack on the victims while they were en route to secure exam centers, according to al-Watan.
Russian warplanes targeted a bustling market in the countryside of Jisr al-Shughour, situated in the northwestern region of Idleb, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Prigozhin’s political and financial future remains uncertain as he seeks exile in Belarus, Iyad el-Jaafara writes.
Participants in the talks agreed to schedule the ninth round of meetings of the Constitutional Committee for August or September, according to Athr Press.
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Daraa is currently grappling with severe security challenges following the takeover of the area by Assad and his militias, Ahrar Horan reports.
Iran has also expressed its intention to establish two water refineries in Syria, according to Athr Press.
Bashar al-Assad’s family reportedly benefits from the money paid by migrants to reach Libya and subsequently Europe by sea, Syria TV writes.
Lavrentiev stated that all parties involved have endorsed a road map to facilitate the advancement of normalized relations, Athr Press states.
The SDF said it will ensure that the trials of foreign ISIS members are conducted publicly, fairly, and transparently, according to Syria TV.
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The primary task of this group is to provide perspectives and strategies addressing the Syrian conflict and its multifaceted dimensions, al-Modon reports.
The concluding statement of Astana 20 emphasized the continuation of talks regarding the normalization of relations between Turkey and the Assad regime, al-Souria Net reports.
Columnist Abdel Moneim Ali Issa slammed efforts made by a couple of hundred of Syrian NGOs to form a civil umbrella for their work. They met in Paris earlier this month. Below are excerpts from his op-ed.
Signs emerged that Duba had ambitions to seize the presidency after the death of Assad’s son, Bassel, in 1994, according to al-Modon.
The Ahrar Houran Gathering website recorded 21 cases of arrests by the regime in the Daraa governorate during May, according to Syria TV.
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This statement comes at a time when 19 countries, including leading economies in the region, are awaiting approval to join the bloc, according to Athr Press.
Thaer Khaled Rahhal’s efforts to save his child and provide for his family came to a devastating end, Syria TV writes.
A Turkish military operation targeted a vehicle carrying Yusra Darwish, resulting in n her death and the injury of her deputy, Kabi Chamoun, according to Orient Net.
The Astana parties have started exchanging political messages through military escalation before the meeting, according to al-Modon.
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The UK stated that this action was taken on the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, according to al-Souria Net.
Sources told Syria TV that the military convoy is likely heading towards the Manbij area.
Prior to the war, the systematic destruction of Syria’s natural environment had already begun, Mohammad Berro writes in Syria TV.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry expressed his disappointment with the European decision, according to Athr Press.
Five local members of the Hezbollah militia lost their lives due to the explosion of their truck, according to Orient Net.
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Oman is committed to fostering a sustainable environment of security and stability, according to Syria TV.
So far, the coast guard has recovered approximately 80 bodies from the sea, according to Jesr Press.
The UN envoy affirmed that he is closely collaborating with all stakeholders committed to advancing the process, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkey it is treating the Syrian issue with utmost urgency, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian government denounced the European Union’s policies towards Syria, according to al-Baath.
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The WFP will be unable to continue providing aid to 5.5 million people in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Washington deployed F-22 Raptor aircraft in the region, citing unsafe behavior of Russian aircraft, according to Baladi News.
The ICRC expressed concern over the collapse of critical infrastructure in Syria, according to al-Modon.
The sunken boat carried between 400 and 750 individuals, according to Enab Baladi.
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Video clips circulated by activists showed the airstrikes targeting multiple locations in the Damascus countryside, according to al-Souria Net.
The deputy foreign ministers of Syria, Turkey, Iran, and Russia will convene in the Kazakh capital, Astana, on June 21st, according to Athr Press.
The WFP has initiated procedures to reduce the number of beneficiaries in Syria from 5.5 million to 2.5 million, according to Baladi News.
Brigadier General Jaafar Ali al-Akhras, a prominent member of the “Third Corps,” according to Syria TV.
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Prime Minister Arnous announced the salary increase for public sector employees amidst a wave of mass resignations, according to al-Modon.
The United States had proposed to the SDF a joint military campaign to seize control of the city of Al-Boukamal, according to Athr Press.
Syria and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement to re-establish the path of economic cooperation and resume trade, according to al-Watan.
The intercepted drone was carrying 500 grams of crystal narcotics, according to Baladi News.
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Mekdad expressed Syria’s readiness to collaborate with Saudi Arabia across various domains, according to Athr Press.
Alexander Yefimov candidly acknowledged that the two sides still have a long way to go in bridging their differences, according to Orient Net.
A Turkish drone launched an attack on a transport vehicle carrying Russian soldiers, Baladi News writes.
HTS proposed actively participating in the SDF’s counter-terrorism efforts, according to Syria TV.
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Hind Kabawat is a prominent figure in interfaith peacebuilding and conflict resolution, focusing on Syria.
This marks Mekdad’s third visit to Saudi Arabia within a span of three months, al-Watan notes.
The appointment of Hakan Fidan, the former Turkish intelligence chief, as the new Turkish Foreign Minister, gained considerable attention, Athr Press writes.
Out of the thirty commanding officers within the Syrian army and security forces, only two are currently blacklisted by Western countries, according to al-Souria Net.
Tlass wants to initiate a national liberation movement that requires the involvement of all Syrian national forces, according to al-Quds al-Araby.
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The arrests were prompted by a statement issued by several figures from Hama, urging HTS to halt the arrest of Hizb ut-Tahrir members, according to Baladi News.
Yafi is accused of assisting the Assad regime in advancing its chemical weapons program, according to al-Souria Net.
Mekdad will be travelling to Riyadh on Saturday to participate in the second meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the League of Arab State, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian Air Corporation has initiated the process of equipping its offices in the Saudi capital, al-Modon reports.
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The impact of the Arab League’s decision on Israel’s freedom to operate in Syrian airspace remains uncertain, Baladi News writes.
German Ambassador to Cairo, Frank Hartmann, explained that the cancellation of the June 20th meeting was a result of Berlin’s refusal to engage with the Syrian regime, according to al-Modon.
Advancements in the field of cosmetic procedures are occurring rapidly in Syria, Athr Press reports.
Assad’s militia is deliberately sowing security chaos among different military factions originating from the same towns or regions, Orient Net writes.
Syria criticized Israel’s aggressive behaviour and its nuclear capabilities, according to al-Baath.
Athr Press has received confirmation that Ankara has taken the decision to freeze the assets and seize the properties belonging to two HTS leaders.
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The reasons behind these incidents are largely attributed to the deteriorating living conditions faced by the majority of the population, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Over the years, the crossing has served as a vital route for thousands of Syrians seeking refuge or employment, according to Shaam Network.
Jordan hoped that the upcoming Brussels 7 conference would yield tangible steps to provide assistance, according to al-Souria Net.
Sources emphasized to Athr Press that the presence of Russian and Syrian forces in Tal Rifaat remains unchanged.
Russian forces have initiated a withdrawal of their personnel from the contact lines in Aleppo, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The committee explicitly stated the objective, emphasizing their intention to “prepare for the next stage” after Syria’s reinstatement to the Arab League, according to Athr Press.
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The Syrian Negotiation Commission reaffirmed its commitment to Resolution 2254 and expressed its willingness to resume direct negotiations with the regime.
America intends on creating a new Free Syrian Army in Raqqa, according to Athr Press.
Turkey will continue its path of reconciliation with Syria following Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s victory, according to al-Watan.
The files acquired by Syria TV reveal extensive Iranian economic plans in Syria.
There is now a significant security presence of regime forces in the area, according to Baladi News.
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The core of the initiative’s mission is to safeguard the Syrian civil space and bolster its effectiveness across different decision-making platforms, according to al-Souria Net.
The Commission emphasized the urgency of collective efforts to ensure the safe and voluntary return of refugees, according to al-Modon.
Various parties have recognized that Damascus serves the interests of all, Firas Ali Deeb writes in al-Watan.
Turkey says it regards the attainment of a solution in Syria in accordance with United Nations resolutions as a primary objective, according to Syria TV.
The Iraqi Foreign Minister affirmed the deep and historic nature of the relations between the two countries, according to al-Baath.
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The Syrian Network for Human Rights has appealed to several international bodies, according to Baladi News.
The strikes hit a Hezbollah headquarters in southern Syria, among other targets, al-Souria Net reports.
HTS has adopted a new approach to handling foreign fighters who are actively involved in their ranks, according to Athr Press.
Fertility rates in regions under the control of the Syrian regime have experienced a notable decline in recent months, Syria TV writes.
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Syria unequivocally denounces the recent drone attack carried out by the Ukrainian regime on Moscow, according to al-Baath.
During a Security Council meeting on Tuesday called for the immediate, complete, and unconditional lifting of “illegal unilateral coercive measures”, according to al-Watan.
Pedersen emphasized that concrete actions are needed alongside diplomatic efforts, according to al-Modon.
A small group of personalities and companies control key parts of the economy in Idleb, according to Orient Net.
An explosive device targeting the car of Abdul Aziz Shodb detonated in the city of al-Kiswah, according to Baladi News.
An Israeli airstrike targeted a position belonging to the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine in the Bekaa region, according to Athr Press.
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The UN representative emphasized that the committee’s primary focus lies in advocating for survivors and documenting their experiences, Enab Baladi writes.
Hamed al-Ali was arrested by the local security service and taken to an undisclosed location, according to Baladi News.
The Hassakeh governorate currently hosts over seven US military bases and centers, according to Syria TV.
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A reliable source has confirmed to Athr Press that the Syrian army has successfully intercepted and shot down 12 drones in various locations.
Turkey acknowledged that the possibility of such a meeting has not been completely ruled out, according to al-Modon.
Oleg Peshvesti participated in various Russian military operations, including those in Chechnya, South Ossetia, and Syria, according to Syria TV.
The fishing boat, named “Mahmoud Jan 1,” departed from the port of Karataş in Adana province, according to al-Souria Net.
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Shaaban regarded Syria’s challenging decade-long experience as a lesson that holds valuable insights for the entire region, according to al-Watan.
The deputy U.S. special envoy for the “international coalition,” expressed serious concern over the camps for displaced people, according to Syria TV.
There is a possibility that the number of Syrian deportees will increase from eight to twelve in the coming days, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian government has been making efforts to reassess its approach to the state budget deficit, according to Hashtag Syria.
In a tweet from Berlin, it was stated that Germany would steadfastly support the Syrian opposition and people, according to al-Modon.
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The regime employed a legal arsenal to restrict the rights of displaced and refugee returnees, according to Syria TV.
The situation in Talbiseh remains tense as the fortification of checkpoints continues to concern the city’s residents, according to Al-Modon.
Russia claims the US military base in Al-Tanf is being used to train ISIS militants for carrying out sabotage acts in its territories, according to Athr Press.
The Turkish Foreign Minister engaged in a telephone conversation with his Russian counterpart about the Syrian file, according to al-Souria Net.
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Iranian militias assist asylum seekers to cross into SDF-areas where they meet with smugglers, according to al-Modon.
Recent weeks have witnessed a surge in drug smuggling activities in the northern countryside of Aleppo, Athr Press claims.
Cavusoglu said that the number of Syrians who have returned to their homeland has already surpassed 550,000 individuals, according to Shaam Network.
Videos captured after the child’s release depict him stating that two members of the Bab Police physically assaulted and tortured him, according to Syria TV.
Head of the Italian delegation and Chairman of CasaPound, expressed his appreciation for the warm reception they received, according to al-Baath.
Nayfeh Khaddour, a native of Daraa, has been held on charges of terrorism since 2012, according to Orient Net.
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Mekdad expressed reluctance to implement UN Resolution 2254 unless it aligns with the Assad regime’s perspective, al-Souria Net reports.
The Jordanian minister expressed concern about the repercussions of diminishing international support for refugees, according to Syria TV.
The opposition is currently considering the possibility of partially withdrawing from Turkey and relocating to Qatar, according to Athr Press.
The French minister characterized Bashar al-Assad as an adversary of his own people, according to Baladi News.
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During his address at the Arab summit in Jeddah, Syrian President Bashar al-Assad strongly criticized Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, according to Orient Net.
The regime is claiming it has conducted several elections since the resolution passed in 2015, according to al-Souria Net.
Nafi Barhoum, holding the rank of officer, was killed in the countryside of the Tartous governorate, according to Shaam Network.
Cavusoglu further elaborated that the repatriation roadmap encompasses advancing the political resolution, according to al-Souria Net.
Syrians facing Arab leaders have utilized social media as a powerful tool to express their grievances, Abdulnasser Ayad writes in al-Modon.
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Tahrir al-Sham aspires to establish a contemporary Islamic state and align with the west, according to al-Souria Net.
Various difficulties hinder the prosecution of Assad’s executioners in the Netherlands, according to Syria TV.
Since May 17th, the lira began to rise again, reaching a price of 8,650 pounds against the dollar, according to Athr Pres.
A child lost their life in a traffic accident while begging in Damascus, according to Baladi News.
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A security team, supervised by Asma al-Assad, collected information about the officers responsible for guarding the presidential palace, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Saudi Arabia is attempting to persuade Washington to consider its approach by offering incentives to Assad in exchange for US support, according to al-Tareeq.
Mekdad said the primary objective of talks was ending any form of illegal military presence on Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al-Thani highlighted the necessity of a solution that satisfies the Syrian people, according to al-Modon.
Assad will arrive in Saudi Arabia a day before the summit for bilateral talks, Baladi News reports.
Mekdad expressed optimism about the constructive role of Arab nations in facilitating the repatriation of refugees, according to Syria TV.
The Turkish Anadolu Agency reported that Turkish intelligence successfully neutralized Toba Karaköç, Baladi News reports.
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Julani aims to position himself as a partner to Ankara, according to Athr Press.
The prospects of the Constitutional Committee’s process resuming in the next phase remain uncertain, according to al-Souria Net.
The bill explicitly prohibits the U.S. federal government from recognizing or normalizing relations with any government in Syria under the leadership of Bashar al-Assad, according to Syria TV.
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The meeting of officials from the Economic and Social Council served as a preparatory gathering for the upcoming Arab summit, according to Shaam Network.
The future resumption of the Constitutional Committee’s work remains uncertain, al-Souria Net writes.
Members of the participating delegations warmly welcomed the Syrians attending the meeting, according to al-Baath.
The operation was aimed at dismantling an ISIS cell, Baladi News reports.
The ampere of electricity is sold to households and shop owners for 1,000 Syrian pounds, according to Orient Net.
The majority of naturalized Syrians to actively participate in the elections and exercise their right to vote, according to Shaam Network.
Balous has been a staunch supporter of demonstrators and has stood up against the Military Security Branch, according to Orient Net.
A senior officials meeting, aimed at preparing for the Economic and Social Council of the Arab League, commenced in Jeddah, al-Baath reports.
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Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad reiterated that the primary objective is to end the illegal military presence on Syrian territory, according to Athr Press.
A group of U.S. lawmakers submitted a bill to confront rapprochements with Syria, al-Watan writes.
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According to Cavusoglu, the participants emphasized the importance of advancing the political process in Syria, Baladi News reports.
The Syrian pound against the US dollar in the capital city of Damascus is currently 9,000 pounds for sale, al-Modon writes.
The defendants are facing trial for their involvement in an organized terrorist gang, Orient Net reports.
Mekdad emphasized that Syria and Turkey share common interests and goals, al-Watan.
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President al-Assad expressed his appreciation for the invitation, according to al-Baath.
Egypt’s FM said the Syrian government bears responsibility for the importance of positive interaction with the Arabs, according to Baladi News.
Saudi Arabia pushed for the regime’s immediate return to the organization without any conditions, al-Modon writes.
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar confirmed the establishment of a military coordination center in Syria with the participation of Turkey, Russia, Syria, and Iran, Athr Press writes.
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Statement by the White House on the Continuation of the National Emergency With Respect to the Actions of the Government of Syria.
The Syrian refugee file is a test for the Syrian regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Julani has been working for years to repackage his group as a Syrian national movement to distance it from its origins in Al-Qaeda, according to Athr Press.
The delegation included security figures from Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Jordan, according to Baladi News.
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It is the US and the European Union that needs to encourage the Arab League to come up with a roadmap for the Syrian crisis, Bassam Barabandi argues in an op-ed.
The National Coalition highlighted that the Assad regime has continuously ignored Arab demands to cease killings, according to Damas Post.
Rizk Muhammad al-Obei, editor-in-chief of the Tafaseel website, was detained by the Sultan Murad Division of the National Army, according to the SNHR.
Qatar’s official position on normalization with the Syrian regime is tied to advancing a political solution, Nedaa Post reposts.
On Sunday, the Jordanian Armed Forces reported on it had thwarted an attempt to smuggle narcotics and weapons into the kingdom, according to Baladi News.
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The Foreign Ministry expressed its interest in the decision made by the Council of the League of Arab States, according to al-Watan.
The resolution confirmed the Syrian regime’s participation in the meetings of the Council of the League of Arab States, according to Syria TV.
Lebanese intellectuals have released a statement denouncing the despicable and discriminatory campaign against Syrian citizens, according to al-Modon.
Syria is one of the world’s leading exporters of rock phosphate, al-Khabour underlines.
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According to Assad, the relationship between Syria and Iran is built on loyalty, Syria TV reports.
On Sunday, the League of Arab States will hold two extraordinary meetings in Cairo, al-Modon reports.
President Raisi affirmed Iran’s support for resistance and steadfastness, al-Baath writes.
The Syrian Media Network said international media organizations have not established a framework to protect journalists in Syria, according to Baladi News.
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Local sources in the Idleb countryside confirmed that the shepherd was a civilian and not affiliated with any armed organization, Athr Press claims.
The Syrian regime’s involvement in the drug trade is politically useful, Fares Khashan argues for al-Souria Net.
Raisi described the relationship between his country and Syria as “strategic and deep.”
The Biden administration was pleased to see the joint statement of the Amman meeting, Nedaa Post reports.
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The Israeli aggression on Aleppo airport caused damage to the runway, Athr Press reports.
The ministers agreed to continue talks according to an agreed timetable, according to Baladi News.
Abd al-Rahman Mustafa, the head of the Syrian interim government, called for continued support for the Syrian people, according to al-Souria Net.
An Iraqi delegation visited to the Syrian Investment Agency as part of the 11th session of the joint Syrian-Iraqi committee, according to al-Baath.
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The Opposition Ministry of Defense said the formations of the national army had no knowledge of Salha’s release, according to Baladi News.
Turkey said a meeting with Assad should be preceded by a roadmap on terrorism, stability and the political stage, Samir Salha underlines in Syria TV.
Arab diplomats called for increased cooperation between Syria and neighbouring countries in combating drug trafficking, according to Majesty News.
The meeting focused on border security, water, and refugees, al-Watan reports.
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Lebanese internal factions are using the Syrian refugee issue for political gains, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian pound continued its downward trend against the U.S. dollar, al-Khabour reports.
The Syrian embassy in Sudan said clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan have resulted in the death of 15 Syrians.
In an op-ed published by Omar Shidyak in Syria TV, the columnist says the Assad regime prefers to postpone this file until after the presidential elections.
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Bouthaina Shaaban met with Alexander Yakovenko, Rector of the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, al-Watan reports.
Syria believes Bin Farhan’s visit to Syria is part of the kingdom’s desire to achieve a political solution to the Syrian crisis, according to al-Modon.
Jaafari said the two nations have shared interests and they do not wish to see their relations deteriorate, according to Baladi News.
Kuwait expressed concern about regional and international interventions in Syrian affairs, according to Shaam Network.
The Lebanese government plans to forcibly return 15,000 refugees to Syria each month, Orient Net reports.
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Qatar, Kuwait, Yemen, Libya, as well as Morocco, expressed their objections to reintegrating the regime into the Arab world, according to Orient Net.
Sources say some Arab countries condition the return of Syria to the Arab League to the resolution of the refugee problem, according to Athr Press.
Mekdad made this comment during an official visit to Algeria where he met with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, Syria TV says.
If Bashar al-Assad intends to curb drug smuggling to the Gulf states, he would be targeting Maher al-Assad’s interest, Iyad al-Jaafary writes in Syria TV.
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iin exchange for dealing with Assad, the Americans want him to deal realistically with the Kurdish matter, al-Modon reports.
Mevlut Cavusoglu rejected any “preconditions” in the ongoing process of “dialogue-building” with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
A joint statement issued by Syria and Tunisia last Wednesday announced the reopening of embassies, according to al-Watan.
It is in the best interest of the Arab world as a whole to allow Syria to rejoin the Arab League, Athr Press says.
The Committee emphasized that any settlement initiative for Syria should enable political transition and justice, according to Baladi News.
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The opposition emphasized that unrestricted normalization is not in the best interest of Syrians, according to Baladi News.
President Assad did not express enthusiasm toward this initiative, Athr Press says.
A Enab Baladi correspondent said that the Syrian regime forces conducted a search operation in the area.
The Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Justice each investigated three corruption cases, according to Syria TV.
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Activists are urging for the prosecution of the criminal in Germany, according to Orient Net.
Analysts have concluded that Arab countries have no other options but to restore their relations with Syria, Athr Press says.
Sources close to the regime have reportedly cited Iran’s negative role in obstructing a consensus between Ankara and Damascus, according to Baladi News.
Regime loyalists have described Abbas as “a prominent leader” who fought in numerous battles, Shaam Network reports.
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Cavusoglu announced that the meeting of the foreign ministers of Turkey, Russia, Iran, and the Assad regime would take place in early May, according to Baladi News.
Assad recently issued a decree announcing the dismissal of Amr Salem from his position as Minister of Internal Trade, according to Rozana.
The Secretary of the Consumer Protection Society stated that he does not foresee any salary increase, according to Melody FM.
Saudi Arabia is actively working towards reinstating Syria’s position, according to al-Souria Net.
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An attack was carried out with an RPG shell targeting the house of an SDF member, according to Athr Press.
The shelling of the site was a response to an escalation on the occupied Syrian Golan front on Saturday-Sunday night, according to al-Modon.
One person was killed and four others were wounded on Sunday during three assassination incidents in the city of Nawa, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Sameh Shoukry released a statement indicating that the purpose of the phone call was to consult and coordinate with the UN envoy, according to al-Souria Net.
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The Russian Ambassador to Syria emphasized that the process of normalizing relations between Syria and Turkey is a lengthy one, al-Watan reports.
Mazloum Abdi survived a drone attack on Friday while he was at Sulaymaniyah Airport in Iraqi Kurdistan, according to al-Souria Net.
The Quds Brigade faction in Syria has claimed responsibility for targeting Israeli occupation sites in the Syrian Golan, according to al-Modon.
Wassim al-Zarqan was assassinated while travelling on the road between the town of Qaita and the city of al-Sanamayn, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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The body of Ghina Marjamek was discovered by police teams in a water well located in a house adjacent to her family’s home, according to Baladi News.
The rocket fire was attributed to Palestinian factions in Lebanon, al-Tareeq reports.
Despite reservations expressed by the participating countries, sources claim that the Moscow meeting had a positive outcome, according to al-Modon.
After years of being isolated in the region, Syria is receiving a warm welcome back into the Arab world, according to Athr Press.
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Danger from the war persists for a long time, as any unexploded projectile, missile, or mine could be a time bomb, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The borrower must meet several conditions, including residency within Syria and payment of installments and interest in foreign currencies, according to al-Modon.
Initial reports suggest that more than 50 ISIS militants were either killed or injured, Athr Press says.
Asylum was granted to Brigadier General Khaled al-Halabi, who is accused of committing “crimes against humanity” and torturing detainees, according to al-Souria Net.
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The workers were allocated to the neighbourhoods of Sharia, al-Shir, and al-Barnawi, according to Athr Press.
Statement by the Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression.
The massacre left more than 90 people suffocated by sarin gas and more than 500 others exposed to symptoms of poison gas, according to Baladi News.
The ambassador of Iraq to Muscat, Qais Al-Ameri, hosted a meeting attended by the ambassadors of Saudi Arabia, Iran, and Syria, according to Athr Press.
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The regime insists on obtaining guarantees of a Turkish withdrawal from Syrian territory.
The recent decision by the Central Bank has resulted in an official loss of approximately 250 percent of the Syrian pound’s value since April 2022, al-Modon reports.
A suspected former commander of the Hurras al-Din faction was reportedly killed in the drone strike, according to Baladi News.
The Israeli army has confirmed that it has heightened its state of security and military readiness along both the Syrian and Lebanese borders, according to Athr Press.
Congress is playing a critical role in pressuring the U.S. administration to take effective measures to prevent the rehabilitation of Assad, according to Syria TV.
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Luna al-Shibl launched accusations of corruption for both former ministers of industry and internal trade in the regime’s government, according to Baladi News.
Israel has been conducting attacks for several years against targets it claims are linked to Iran in Syria, according to al-Modon.
During a meeting on Saturday with newly sworn-in ministers, the significance of communication and transparency with citizens, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad’s visit falls within the framework of the Arab-Syrian rapprochement, Athr Press says.
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Strong winds resulted in power outages in numerous locations around Syria, according to Athr Press.
Statement by Diarra Dime-Labille, Legal Advisor of Fracne to UN on Missing Persons in Syria
Sinan Ogan has expressed his desire to meet with President Assad.
The Qatar Fund for Development and USAID signed a financing agreement to support the essential operations of the White Helmets, according to Baladi News.
Sources indicated to Baladi News that the targeted area was the site of the assassination of the Lebanese Hezbollah militia leader, Imad Mughniyeh.
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Safadi met his Lebanese counterpart Abdullah Bou Habib in Amman, according to Athr Press.
Assad issued a decree announcing the dismissal of five ministers from their positions and the appointment of new ones in a cabinet reshuffle, according to Al-Souria Net.
Ali Ahmed denounced the occupation’s increased efforts to construct wind turbines on the Syrian Golan Heights, according to al-Watan.
20 Palestinian refugees in Turkey and 48 others in Syria died as a result of the earthquake, according to Shaam News.
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Sources said the main focus of the intensive consultations of the past weeks was on the guarantees demanded by Damascus, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. Treasury has announced that the sanctions imposed target Syrian producers and exporters of Captagon, according to Shaam News.
Sejri commented on Turkey’s efforts to reconcile with the Assad regime to Baladi News.
The Assad regime is reportedly demolishing homes that have suffered earthquake damage in Lattakia, Shaam News reports.
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Forty former U.S. officials and Syrian American political leaders have signed an open letter to President Joe Biden.
A money transfer company in Damascus had predicted that foreign remittances would double during Ramadan, according to al-Modon.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov, said the meeting would take place in early April, according to al-Watan.
The leadership of the Ghaliboun Brigade said it was resolute in executing advanced operations against the U.S. occupation forces, according to Athr Press.
Ali Mamlouk, the head of national security in Syria, and Hossam Luqa, the director of general intelligence, visited Riyadh last week, al-Souria Net reports.
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Syrian regime officials participated in an economic meeting in Paris, according to Orient Net.
Sources say Riyadh has made “clear requests” to Assad regarding drug trafficking, according to Iyad al-Jaafari in al-Modon.
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The National Platform for NGOs “Tasharek” was launched by the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, according to al-Watan.
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Erdogan needs to show that despite all that has happened, he is still capable of putting things right and that he is the one who can solve the problem, according to Athr Press.
Emerging countries that aspire to create a new multilateral international order are taking proactive steps and are no longer satisfied with merely reacting, according to Nader al-Omari in al-Watan.
Damascus said it must be informed about the progress of any discussion pertaining to Syria, according to Syria TV.
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Safadi emphasized that all Arab countries in the region share a common belief that the Syrian crisis must be resolved, according to Syria TV.
Abdollahian emphasized that positive and constructive agreements are being made in the region, according to Athr Press.
Iran offered $100 to each fighter who joined the ranks of its militias, according to Orient Net.
Hind Abdul Rahman al-Muftah called for the full implementation of Security Council resolution 2254, according to al-Modon.
According to a high-level Western diplomatic source based in Beirut, the Middle East is on the brink of several surprises, Athr Pres says.
Four Kurdish civilians were brutally murdered while celebrating Nowruz in Jindires, according to Baladi News.
To normalize ties with Saudi Arabia, Damascus must combat drug smuggling and manufacturing and monitor border control, according to al-Jarida.
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Syria regretted that even “the most prominent national humanitarian actors from the Syrian NGOs” were not invited, according to Athr Press.
Normalization will anger Italy’s allies in the European Union, Enab Baladi writes.
Assad may be unable to sell Syria to the Russians, Satae Noureddine writes in an op-ed to al-Modon.
Turkey said the decision to postpone the meeting was linked to Russia, according to al-Souria Net.
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The sanctions target Assad himself and his prime minister, Hussein Arnous, and Foreign Minister, Faisal al-Mekdad, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syria Response Coordinators released the toll of damage in camps, shelters and residential communities due to rainstorms during the past 48 hours, according to Baladi News.
Samir Salha asks if Moscow decided to delay the summit until after the upcoming Turkish elections on May 14th, in an op-ed to Syria TV.
The Israeli Mossad is responsible for the assassination, according to Athr Press.
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The Assistant Foreign Minister of Qatar expressed regret over the fact that the tragedies in Syria have been further compounded by the recent earthquakes, according to Syria TV.
Israeli analysts predict that in the next five years, Washington and, consequently Israel will face more crises, according to al-Watan.
Dardari served as the Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs in Syria, according to al-Mashhad.
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Pro-regime journalist Ziad Ghosn has published private data indicating that in 2022, the production of electrical energy exceeded 16 billion kilowatt-hours, according to Baladi News.
Ahmed Rihawi, the director and media figure of the Orient TV channel, was arrested by Turkish authorities on Wednesday, according to Baladi News.
A Lebanese seismologist commented on Tuesday’s 5.6-magnitude tremor that hit the eastern Mediterranean, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian Journalists Association documented the violations committed against journalists and media institutions, according to Shaam Network.
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The Syrian National Coalition has expressed criticism of the Turkish government’s behaviour towards Syrians, according to Baladi News.
Moscow is arranging a meeting between Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to al-Watan.
Shoukry ignored journalists’ questions about Arab normalization with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
The first countries to benefit from the Saudi-Iranian rapprochement will be Yemen and Iraq, Athr Press says.
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Russia says the meeting will be a technical one, at the level of deputy foreign ministers, to prepare for the meeting of foreign ministers, according to Athr Press.
On February 9th, the first UN aid convoy, consisting of six trucks carrying food and cleaning materials, entered northern Idleb, according to Syria TV.
Israeli airstrikes targeted on Sunday the Scientific Research Center in the Masyaf area of the Hama governorate, according to Baladi News.
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The negative impact of the earthquake on the real estate market in Syria is evident in various indicators, according to Enab Baladi.
Omar Kaddour writes in al-Modon that while the current regime cannot run a competent dictatorship, the remaining forces cannot be integrated into any settlement.
Sham Sheikh Mohammed’s story gained widespread sympathy after she was trapped under rubble for approximately 40 hours, according to Syria TV.
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Burak Akçapar, the Deputy Foreign Minister, will attend the quadripartite meeting in Moscow, according to the al-Souria Net.
Aboul Gheit stated that the issue of Syria was discussed during a closed consultative meeting between foreign ministers, according to Athr Press.
No representatives of the Syrian regime government were present during the tour of Lattakia, according to al-Souria Net.
Syrian women faced numerous challenges, including displacement, bombings, loss of breadwinners, arrests and disappearances in prisons, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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Amr Salem said the government could not increase the salaries of employees due to the state’s income limitations, according to Shaam Network.
The French envoy to Syria denied rumours that the Syrian Red Crescent, close to the government, was invited to the conference, according to al-Souria Net.
Saudi Arabia’s top diplomat said that the status quo in Syria cannot continue and that dialogue in important, according to Syria TV.
Mevlut Cavusoglu announced that Moscow would host a meeting next weekend involving representatives from Syria, Turkey, Russia, and Iran, according to al-Watan.
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At the end of December, the OPCW identification team found the Syrian regime responsible for the 2018 chemical attack on the city of Douma, al-Modon reminds.
Regime’s media promptly invited economic analysts to exaggerate the estimated earthquake losses, according to Shaam Network.
The Israeli media has suggested that the presence of advanced weapons at the airfield motivated the strike.
The UNHCR welcomed the arrival of dozens of Syrians who were previously residing in Turkey to the Spanish capital, according to al-Watan.
The Department of State has sanctioned Amjad Yousef due to his involvement in gross violations of human rights, namely extrajudicial killings.
Tents in displaced camps are labelled according to the nationality of their residents, according to Syria TV.
Qatar’s tough stance aims to achieve various goals, including pressuring Damascus to make more concessions at the reconciliation table, according to Athr Press.
Assad’s last visit to Russia was in September 2021, according to al-Souria Net.
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General Abdel Jabbar al-Okaidi raised the most important priorities that can represent an appropriate approach to a solution in Syria, in an op-ed to al-Modon. EXCEPRTS.
Tunisia has sent relief planes to Syria, including rescue teams, civilian protection, doctors and food aid, according to Athr Press.
The team criticized attempts to rescue the Syrian regime’s structure and reintegrate it into the international community under the pretext of humanitarian work, according to Shaam Network.
A group of Syrian and Lebanese intellectuals and politicians have released a joint statement denouncing the efforts of certain Arab governments to normalize relations with Damascus.
Kodmani is the author of numerous books, research and academic papers on democratization in the Arab world, according to Syria TV.
Duraid al-Assad, the son of Rifaat, may reassess his calculations and rekindle his alliance with Rami Makhlouf, according to Orient Net.
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Assad has won by breaking down the psychological barrier keeping arabs away from him, according to Omar Kaddour for al-Modon.
Normalization of relations between Ankara and the Syrian regime was discussed on the sidelines of the G20 ministerial meeting in New Delhi, according to Baladi News.
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In response to the increasing efforts of some Arab countries to normalize relations with the Assad regime, Qatar said its position has not changed, according to al-Souria Net.
The earthquake disaster has exposed the increasing influence of Iranians in the city, according to Syria TV.
The largest opposition parties in Turkey have presented the draft resolution that calls for urgent repatriation of Syrian refugees after the quake, according to al-Modon.
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The U.S. and global withdrawal from Syria encouraged Arab countries and Turkey to look for an alternative mechanism to resolve the Syrian crisis, according to Bassam Barabandi.
In an op-ed to al-Modon, Muhanad Haj Ali compared the Syrian regime policies and decision-making to a hostage-taker’s.
The ninth round of the Constitutional Committee was scheduled to take place in late July 2022, al-Souria Net reminds.
Any move towards openness between Arab countries and Syria will come at a cost, al-Modon reports.
2,534 Syrians died in areas outside regime control, 394 in areas under its control and 4,331 refugees in Turkey, Shaam Network reports.
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The opposition president said the “criminal regime” has killed millions and displaced thousands, according to Nedaa Post.
The Syria Response Coordinators Team said Iran is still transferring military equipment under the name of humanitarian aid, according to Syria Today.
Assad’s forces repeated their bombardment of several civilian areas in northern Syria, according to Shaam News.
Geagea’s statement comes a day after a delegation of Arab parliamentarians visited Damascus, according to Syria TV.
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It is shameful that any Arab country rolls the red carpet for Bashar al-Assad, says Ghazi Dahman, in an op-ed for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Speaker of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Mohammed Al-Halbousi, called for increasing regional cooperation and coordination, according to al-Watan.
Bogdanov confirmed that the foreign ministers of Russia, Syria, Turkey and Iran are arranging for a four-way meeting, according to Baladi News.
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Russia stressed that normalization between Damascus and Ankara is not linked to the electoral process in Turkey, according to Athr Press.
An Iranian plane carrying 40 tons of medical supplies, food, and medicine for those affected by the earthquake arrived at Aleppo International Airport, according to al-Watan.
The earthquake caused the loss of jobs for 78.3 percent of Syrian refugees living in the affected areas, according to Syria TV.
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Excerpts from an op-ed published by Munzer Eid for al-Watan.
On Tuesday, Damascus International Airport, Aleppo, and Lattakia received a total of six aid planes from the United Arab Emirates, according to al-Watan.
Qatar, Kuwait and Morocco maintained their refusal to deal with the Syrian government, according to Athr Press.
Athr Press’ sources confirmed that the raid terrified children and women in the homes of the two detainees.
According to data provided by OCHA, a total of 265 trucks loaded with aid provided by six UN agencies have crossed to north-west Syria from Türkiye since 9 February.
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The arab initiative was conceived at least five months prior to the earthquake, when Jordan received preliminary approval from Saudi Arabia to initiate it, according to Orient Net.
The CDC said that damage to water and electricity infrastructure would lead to limited access to clean water, according to Baladi News.
A group of NGOs emphasized the need to consider the Syrian regime’s long history of politicizing aid, according to Shaam Network.
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The United Kingdom issued a warning last week cautioning against sending international aid to Syria, according to Syria TV.
The White Helmets asked the United Nations why aid was only entering areas controlled by the regime and not reaching northern regions, according to Shaam News.
Damascus has succeeded in breaking some of the isolation imposed on it regionally, Athr Press says.
This earthquake is considered the strongest since the two devastating earthquakes of February 6th, according to Syria TV.
The total number of aid planes that have arrived in Syria is now 174, with 71 of them coming from the UAE, al-Watan reports.
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Akar denied that there is a refugee influx into the Hatay province, according to Syria TV.
An aid shipment by the Italian government and the European Union entered through the Lebanese-Syrian border, according to al-Watan.
These statements by Faisal bin Farhan al-Saud reflect a shift in Saudi Arabia’s policy towards Damascus, according to Athr Press.
The total production of wheat in Syria for the 2022 season was 1.55 million tons, according to Athr Press.
The February 6th earthquake exacerbated existing shortages in the country.
Local groups in eastern Syria continue to collect financial and in-kind donations for those affected by the earthquake, according to Shaam Network.
Julani refused to admit any aid across the frontlines from Damascus to Idleb, according to Athr Press.
Last Tuesday, a Saudi plane landed at Aleppo International Airport for the first time since 2011, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian regime is obstructing the entry of humanitarian aid through the new crossings under many pretexts, according to Baladi News.
After the earthquake, Jordan’s foreign minister Ayman Safadi arrived to Syria on Wednesday in the first such visit since the Syrian conflict.
Marwan Qabalan wrote in the pan-Arab al-Araby al-Jadeed an op-ed about how this crisis could, if properly utilized, be transformed into positive political action.
The Prime Minister provided a detailed presentation on the aftermath of the earthquake disaster and the government’s response, according to Shaam Network.
The aid is provided by the International Organization for Migration, according to Baladi News.
Netanyahu seeks to make it clear to the Iranian regime that air strikes will continue in Syria, according to Orient Net.
Once thriving neighbourhoods are now destroyed and unlivable.
Guterres welcomed President Assad’s decision to open the Bab al-Salama and al-Rahi crossings with Turkey, according to Athr Press.
Mohammed al-Rumaihi wrote in the Lebanese newspaper An-Nahar a commentary on the earthquake in Syria. Here are some excerpts.
Brussels said there are no plans to partially or temporarily lift the sanctions imposed on Damascus, according to Baladi News.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, ordered $100 million for relief to those affected by the earthquake, according to Syria TV.
The CBS has set the exchange rate at 6,550 SYP to the dollar in the remittances and exchange bulletin, according to Shaam Network.
Turkey said it facilitates humanitarian aid to Syrians but will not allow a new flow of Syrian refugees, according to Syria TV.
Thousands of people have been killed in Syria by the earthquake.
144,783 people displaced by the earthquake in Northern Syria have been identified so far, according to al-Souria Net.
Photos showed Assad relaxed with a smile on his face most of the time during a tour of Aleppo.
The Autonomous Administration allowed the opening of all crossings for humanitarian aid convoys to all affected Syrian areas, according to al-Souria Net.
The National Coalition urged the international community to take effective action and provide relief to Syrians, according to Shaam Network.
An expert told Orient Net that U.S. sanctions continue to dissuade governments and international financial institutions from collaborating with the Assad regime.
The rise in foreign remittances and the lifting of sanctions are also reasons behind the decrease in the value of the greenback, according to Athr Press.
Damascus is renewing its campaign to end the sanctions due to the earthquake.
The northern region of Syria is witnessing difficult conditions due to the cold weather, according to Baladi News.
About 1,750,000 Syrians live in cities in southern Turkey, where the earthquake occurred, according to Athr Press.
Makhlouf thanked the brotherly and friendly countries that took the initiative to provide assistance, according to al-Watan.
Syrians in northwest Syria are left to fend for their fate alone at the height of the disaster, according to Syria TV.
Another disaster is unfolding whilst people have lost everything, and many do not have the means to provide basic needs.
The World Health Organization said the chances of finding survivors from the earthquakes in Syria and Turkey are diminishing, according to Syria TV.
The White Helmets appealed to all humanitarian organizations and international bodies to provide material support, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad asked European countries to send aid to Syria, according to Athr Press.
Jamous tweeted that countries and international organizations must take urgent and immediate action to help the afflicted, according to Baladi News.
While a magnitude 7.8 earthquake hit Turkey and Syria early on Monday, Ankara has resumed strikes on Tel Rifaat.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the dispatch of more than 300 Russian soldiers, according to Athr Press.
Sabbagh said those who wish to help should coordinate with the Syrian government, according to al-Watan.
The Ahrar Horan gathering published a photo it said was of a mass grave in the Tarheen area, according to Syria TV.
Aid flows from Turkey to northwest Syria have temporarily stopped, according to al-Souria Net.
At least 2,300 people have been killed after two powerful earthquakes struck Turkey and Syria.
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Netanyahu said he agreed with Putin to avoid any military confrontation in Syrian airspace, Baladi News says.
“Diplomatic sources” in Ankara told Al-Watan that the U.S. is trying to sabotage Erdogan’s election campaign.
Ali Tawfiq Samra was appointed director of the Air Defense Department of the regime’s militias, according to Shaam Network.
Bashar al-Assad mortgaged the country’s resources to Russia and Iran, according to Orient Net.
Mekdad accused the United States of repeating today in Syria “the same lies they had spread in Iraq 20 years ago”, according to al-Watan.
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Diplomatic sources in Ankara confirmed to Al-Watan that Moscow is trying to arrange a meeting between the Syrian and Turkish foreign ministers.
The Central Bank of Syria allowed banks and exchange companies to receive the values of incoming foreign remittances and disburse cash, according to Shaam Network.
General Patrick Ryder said that Russia’s resort to fighters from the Assad regime in Ukraine is evidence of its international isolation, according to Syria TV.
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Iran’s involvement would reduce the potential for Turkey’s delays, evasions, and lack of commitment, Athr Press.
During a meeting with journalists, Assad emphasized the need to “deal pragmatically with international and regional transformations,” according to Syria TV.
The U.S. Envoy to NE Syria met with Arab tribal leaders in the governorates of Hassakeh and Raqqa, according to Orient Net.
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Aid that used to come from organizations decreased by 40% after the war in Ukraine, according to Athr Press.
The council announced the kidnapping on Saturday of one of its activists, according to Shaam News.
The Pope bestowed decorations on Khaled Hboubati, who is accused of corruption, according to Orient Net.
Unemployment rates in Syria have risen significantly over the past years to more than 30%, according to Syria TV.
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Turkey says it wants a quadrilateral meeting in order to advance in rapprochement with Syria, according to al-Watan.
Russia will oppose any Security Council resolution condemning Assad, according to Radyan Ziadeh for Syria TV.
Unidentified warplanes bombed an Iranian military convoy on Sunday evening near the Syrian-Iraqi border, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian PM said coercive economic measures imposed on Syria have caused a significant decline in job opportunities for young people, according to the Baath Newspaper.
Baghdadi was one of the first founders of the Syrian Writers Association, according to Nedaa Post.
Watchdog concludes Syrian air force dropped chemical weapons from helicopter, finding no evidence for government claim attack was ‘staged’
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An expert told Athr Press Damascus will not provide free gifts to Ankara, but that dialogue continues.
Damascus claims the OPCW report lacks scientific and objective evidence, according to al-Baath.
Relations between the Syrian regime and Iran have recently been tense against the backdrop of Tehran’s delay in oil supply, according to Syria TV.
Syrian opposition groups refrained from directly criticizing Turkey’s foreign policy, according to Haid Haid in the al-Arab Newspaper.
Pedersen said a political solution in Syria is becoming more complex, according to al-Watan.
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Demonstrators in the city of Azaz expelled the head of the National Coalition from the demonstration, according to al-Tareeq.
Remarks at a UN Security Council Briefing on the Political and Humanitarian Situation in Syria.
A delegation of the Negotiating Committee met Geir Pedersen and representatives of the European Union, America and Britain at the Committee’s headquarters in Geneva, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. is trying to restructure the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to al-Watan.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mekdad met Thursday with the World Food Program Executive Director, David Beasley, according to Tishreen.
Several Kurdish officials in Syria have recently expressed their fear of American betrayal, according to Athr Press.
The report said enormous difficulties and challenges remain facing the education sector in northwest Syria, according to Orient Net.
The Erdogan regime continues its policy of Turkification of the areas it occupies in northern Syria, according to al-Watan.
The regime’s tourism minister, Rami Martini, said that the restoration of the hospice could take more than two years, according to al-Souria Net.
A source from the Free Syrian Army told Syria TV that McFarlane discussed joint military coordination.
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Statement from the Quad Syria Envoys.
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Arnous pointed to the importance of continuous follow-up and communication with investors, according to al-Watan.
Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Ahmed Adel al-Jubeir met with France’s Ambassador for Syria, Brigitte Kurmi, according to Athr Press.
Civil sources said that the SDF launched a campaign of raids and arrests in several neighbourhoods, according to Athr Press.
HTS is annexing more military formations or besieging and dismantling other groups, according to Syria TV.
Colonel pilot Bahaa Ali Hassan died in the morning from wounds sustained after the detonation of an explosive device in the city of Quneitra, according to Baladi News.
The regime has decided to liberalize prices in the Syrian market, according to Orient Net.
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The areas controlled by the SDF are witnessing a state of lawlessness, according to Athr Press.
The movement “categorically refused” to join forces with Russia, according to Syria TV.
Iran has changed its strategy to enhance the deployment of its proxy air defence capabilities in Syria to deal with Israeli airstrikes, according to Baladi News.
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There have often been repeated incidents of building collapses in Aleppo due to crazy bombardment by Assad’s militias, according to Orient Net.
The Hassakeh governorate has been witnessing a severe fuel crisis, according to Syria TV.
The phenomenon of suicide has increased significantly in Syria over the past years, according to Orient Net.
The head of the Women’s Birth Association confirmed to Athr Press that the number of births is decreasing by half due to the current circumstances, according to Athr Press.
Shaaban met with the wife of the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Jamila Sadat Alam al-Huda, according to al-Watan.
Many citizens resort to cutting trees for heating in light of the continuous rise of the price of oil derivatives, according to Athr Press.
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Moscow says preparations are underway for a meeting of the foreign ministers of the two countries in the future, according to al-Watan.
Sources indicate that the new Ministry of Information may negatively impact local media workers in northwestern Syria, according to Shaam Network.
Reports by human rights organizations have cited cases of returning refugees being forcibly detained and tortured, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The United States and its Western allies use sanctions to destabilize countries and change their governments, according to SANA.
Ghobash revealed to Athr Press that there are discussions with the Scientific Committee for Pharmaceutical Industries on pricing.
Nicholas Granger met a delegation from the Kurdish National Unity Parties, according to North Press.
The Pharmacists Syndicate of the Assad regime confirmed that there is a significant shortage of medicines, according to Orient Net.
Syria said that the Syrian Army repulsed on Wednesday a terrorist attack in the southern countryside of Idleb, according to Tishreen.
The leader of the Victory Party has entered into businesses owned by Syrians, asking them to leave the country, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syrians are move to camps described as “large prisons” in southern Turkey, where they are persuaded to return to Syria, according to Syria TV.
Wang called on the U.S. administration to stop violating the rule of international law, according to al-Watan.
Most of the displaced live in camps that do not meet the requirements for heating, according to Baladi News.
Sources told Athr Press that the improvement in trade between the two countries caries a political message.
Rumors about the arrest of figures from the Qaterji family are the result of rivalry among warlords, according to Enab Baladi.
In the last few days, Damascus put forward conditions for continuing talks with Ankara, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian regime was informed of the importance of the Astana talks becoming quadrilateral through its participation, according to al-Souria Net.
Granger indicated that among his country’s administration’s priority is supporting stability in the region, according to North Press.
Rasem Khulousi is a young Syrian who obtained a Russian passport before applying for asylum in Sweden, according to Orient Net.
The UNHCR found that four out of five refugee families in Jordan rationed available food to avoid food insecurity, according to Shaam Network.
Jaafari stressed the need to strengthen relations between the two sides in all fields, according to SANA.
Local networks reported that the assassination of Amer al-Nassar took place on Sunday, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria also called for urgent international action to put an end to these hostile U.S. measures, according to SANA.
The Syrian regime raised its demands in exchange for the normalization of relations with Turkey, according to Syria TV.
Many Syrians residing in Jordan buy baby formula and send it with them to their relatives in Syria, according to North Press.
The Lebanese army returned a new batch of displaced Syrians to their country after arresting them while entering Lebanon, according to Baladi News.
Pharmacists confirmed to Syria TV that there is an intense demand for the purchase of anti-inflammatory drugs.
President al-Assad stressed that Damascus is keen on continuous communication and coordination with Iran, according to SANA.
Hurriyet suggested that the meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia, Turkey and the Assad regime would be held in January in Moscow, according to Baladi News.
Sources confirmed to Athr Press that Syria’s participation in an Energy summit in the UAE carries important political messages.
Iran has refused to deliver new shipments and asked the regime to pay in advance for new oil supplies, according to Syria TV.
Turkey says a ground military operation in Syria is still an option, according to North Press.
Abdi renewed his call to go forward with a political solution for the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
Statement by the Syrian Opposition Coalition.
King Abdullah noted the need to activate efforts to reach a political solution to the crisis in Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The press has been debating where and when the upcoming meeting between the foreign ministers of Turkey, Syria and Russia will be held
Safadi and the Russian delegation agreed on continuing to support the efforts of the UN envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, according to Baladi News.
Russia’s intransigent tactic at the UN is shaped by the belief that with enough resistance, the current cross-border aid will be switched to a crossline mechanism, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Arnous called for intensifying the efforts to serve flights, passengers and airlines, according to SANA.
The vegetable market in Daraa is considered a vital artery for other governorates, according to Enab Baladi.
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar asked the opposition not to respond to provocations against them, according to Syria TV.
The SOC warned against the transfer of UN aid to the Assad regime.
Nicolas Granger discussed several political issues with officials of the AANES, according to North Press.
A military source of the HTS told North Press that 100 HTS militants were assigned to 16 border observation posts.
The meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia, Turkey and Syria will be held next week in Moscow, according to Baladi News.
Amidst the wave of regional normalization with Bashar al-Assad, Gideon Biger called on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to negotiate peace, according to Syria TV.
Syria said it was stepping up efforts with the civil society to reach the most vulnerable, according to SANA.
Turkish electricity company supplying the area with power failed to comply with contracts reached with local councils, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Iran did not issue an official statement about Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, according to Syria TV.
Al-Araby Al-Jadeed met with a Syrian refugee who arrived in Britain last year and tells his story.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition comments on the extension of cross-border aid to Syria.
Syria thanked China for its “generous assistance” in the fight against Covid-19, according to SANA.
The head of the Syrian Negotiation Commission, Badr Jamous, held a meeting with the Assistant Secretary-General of the Arab League, Hossam Zaki, according to Baladi News.
Iran also entered the path of rapprochement between Ankara and Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
According to a Enab Baladi correspondent, the Israeli army has named the road “Sufa 53.”
The Ministry of Electricity plans to establish new generating stations during 2023, according to al-Watan.
The frequency of “technical meetings” between Turkey and Syria has increased recently, according to al-Modon.
Abdollahian stressed the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between the two countries in a phone call with Faisal al-Mekdad, according to al-Watan.
Damascus has condemned “acts of riots by subversive groups” in Brazil, while cross-border aid to Syria was renewed for 6 months by the United Nations Security Council. Your daily brief of the English-speaking press.
The HTS leader announced very early on that he rejected the Syrian-Turkish rapprochement completely, according to Athr Press.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry revealed a close visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Turkey and Syria without specifying a date, according to Syria TV.
A report published by the Lebanese newspaper An-Nahar on January 7th suggests that a meeting Abu Dhabi is likely, according to Enab Baladi.
According to information available to Asharq Al-Awsat, Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad and Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu will meet next Wednesday in Moscow.
A recruit’s monthly salary is estimated at 500,000 Syrian pounds, meaning it does not exceed US$80, according to Baladi News.
Residents rely on the black market because fuel supplies do not reach the town, according to Enab Baladi.
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Aleppo and other government-held areas are witnessing a spike in robbery cases, according to North Press.
The fourth division is feuding with the PKK over the quantities of fuel that reach Aleppo, according to Shaam Network.
Turkey says its meeting with the Syrian regime did not address the issue of Idleb.
Ambassador Houssam al-Din Ala participated Thursday in the funeral ceremony of the former Pope Benedict XVI, according to SANA.
Due to the crisis, women in Syria work in professions that were once exclusive to men, according to Athr Press.
Most Syrians work without insurance and earn lower wages than their Turkish counterparts, according to Enab Baladi.
President Assad stressed that the relations between Syria and the UAE are historic, according to SANA.
The “Red Freedom Operetta” was presented for the first time on the stage of the Damascus Opera, according to SANA.
Muhammad al-Abo said Turkey has recently changed its policy in Syria according to its interests, according to North Press.
Akar said there would be a continuation of this trilateral meeting held in Moscow, according to al-Souria Net.
The attack resulted in no injuries or damage to the base or Coalition property, North Press reported.
Turkey told the opposition its meetings with the Syrian regime did not address the issue of Idleb, according to Baladi News.
Activists broadcast pictures and videos showing dozens of Sweida residents and activists gathering in the city’s central square, according to al-Modon.
Rent of an apartment in an upscale neighbourhood of Damascus reached 2 million Syrian pounds, according to al-Souria Net.
The Assistant Foreign and Expatriates Minister praised the deceased’s virtues in upholding spiritual, moral and human values, according to SANA.
Some professions have forced married women and even girls to work at night, according to Athr Press.
The SNC demanded holding an emergency meeting with Turkish officials to get clarification on rapprochement with Damascus, according to North Press.
The Damascus International Airport went out of service as a result of an Israeli aggression, according to SANA.
Decreasing water level has almost caused the dam to go out of service, North Press reports.
SANA, Al Mayadeen, Al-Masirah, Al-Ahed and Al-Ittijah Channels were honoured for their media coverage in Tehran, according to SANA.
Iran says Russia, Turkey and Syria have recognized its role in the resolution of the conflict, according to Syria TV.
The cities and towns of northwestern Syria witnessed widespread demonstrations to condemn the Turkish move, according to Enab Baladi.
The Central Bank of Syria raised the exchange rate of the Syrian pound to 4522 SYP per dollar, according to Athr Press.
A Syrian resident in Rwanda told Athr Press that the Syrian community there has increased recently.
The SDC called on the Syrians to come together and unite to continue their project of achieving freedom, according to North Press.
Ernesto Che Guevara’s daughter defend the right of return for the Palestinian people, according to SANA.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said the meeting between the defense ministers of Syria, Russia and Turkey was “useful”, according to Enab Baladi.
Ankara wants Syrians on its territory to return to their homeland, according to al-Souria Net.
At least 3,825 people were killed in Syria in 2022, the lowest annual toll since the outbreak of the Syrian conflict, according to al-Modon.
Local councils are holding new elections in areas along the Turkish-Syrian border, according to Syria TV.
These American movements occur at a time when attention is drawn away by Turkish threats to launch military action, according to Athr Press.
Vassily Nebenzia called on the international community to help the Syrian people without any discrimination, according to SANA.
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Opposition figures say the drugs trade in liberated areas is being promoted and facilitated by militias loyal to Assad, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The SDC said Turkey’s strategy in Syria is to usurp the country piece by piece, according to North Press.
The exchange rate of the Syrian pound reached an all-time low of 6 300 SYP for the dollar.
The price of a Christmas star reaches 30,000 Syrian pounds, according to Hashtag Syria.
The amnesty covers the criminals’ full sentences, according to North Press.
Khalil also underlined the need to increase trade exchange according to the principle of bartering, according to the Syria Times.
The CJTF-OIR tweeted the recent visit to northeast Syria “reflects the importance of our partnership” with the SDF, according to North Press.
Israeli warplanes launched air raids on regime positions at dawn on Tuesday in the vicinity of Damascus airport, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian regime has sent military reinforcements to areas under the control of the SDF, according to al-Souria Net.
Rahmoun said the Syrian government cements the cooperation with the commission to provide required facilitations, according to SANA.
Transportation fees have increased by 50%, according to Athr Press.
Protesters demanded all gangs affiliated with Hezbollah and Iran and drug traffickers out of Suweida, according to Orient Net.
U.S. forces have received from an opposition military faction the body of ISIS leader Abu al-Hasan al-Hashemi al-Qurashi, according to al-Modon.
Washington hopes to be able to deploy along direct lines of contact with Turkish forces in northern Raqqa governorate, according to Athr Press.
A study was published on the legality of extending cross-border aid without voting on the resolution within the Security Council, according to Enab Baladi.
CENTCOM said on Friday six operations were carried out in partnership with the SDF, according to North Press.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has obtained hundreds of death records issued by the Syrian regime government.
The Fourth Division, led by Maher al-Assad, require civilians to present ID cards upon entering and leaving their neighbourhoods, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In a statement to Athr Press, a customs source based at the Naseeb crossing confirmed that the current situation has greatly affected cross-border freight traffic with Jordan.
The fighters were killed due to the explosion of a landmine in Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
Adele Khader appreciated Syria’s support in facilitating the organization’s activities, according to SANA.
The Yeni Cag newspaper said that the industry in Gaziantep would collapse without the Syrians, according to Orient Net.
Photos published by the local network Suwayda 24 showed protesters holding banners demanding the implementation of Resolution 2254, according to Syria TV.
Russian President Vladimir Putin was the first to call for a return to the agreement during his meeting with his Turkish counterpart, according to Ath Press.
Mekdad discussed with Bushra the need for collaboration among the Arab states affected by climate change, according to SANA.
Wheat sent to Syria from the Black Sea port of Sevastopol in Crimea increased 17-fold this year, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Only 10% of operations are impacted, including fibroids and urine inflammation, according to al-Watan.
Hill indicated that the time is wrong to normalize relations with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
The SDC said Turkish attacks have a negative and destructive effect that prolongs the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
Nidal Kabalan said there were no permanent enmity or permanent friendship, according to Athr Press.
The two sides discussed means of European support for the liberated areas, according to the SOC Media Department.
A Turkish drone struck the village of al-Raqas in the countryside of the town of Chalabiya, according to North Press.
The militias have been recalled to Iran to face escalating civilian protests, according to Orient News.
The companies’ activities covered several sectors, including film and television production, according to al-Souria Net.
The price of fuel and medicine in Syria has increased following the removal of subsidies.
Erdogan said he had offered Putin to formulate a mechanism to speed up the diplomatic track with the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Mekdad affirmed that the Syrian government would continue to make all its efforts to secure the Syrians’ needs, according to the Syria Times.
Two masked men on a motorcycle stormed Saadi’s house in Kafr Shams, according to Shaam Network.
Deportations from Turkey to northern Syria began to take an escalating trend at the beginning of 2022, according to Syria TV.
Syria accused the U.S. of being behind that decision, according to SANA.
It is more difficult to explain the matter due to the absence of any kind of transparency from the Central Bank, according to North Press.
Israel claimed responsibility for a recent airstrike on a convoy that had entered Syria from Iraq, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
People seeking to avoid conscription either flee the country or escape to regions outside regime control, according to North Press.
The Protection Refugee Rights Center called on the Greek government to rescue the asylum seekers stranded on its islands, according to the SOC Media Department.
Syria estimates that the U.S. inflicted 25.9 to it in direct damages, according to SANA.
A new process to breathe vitality into the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Syria is ongoing, according to al-Watan.
Relations between the two countries are moving in a positive direction, Baladi News reports.
The SDC announced its quest to form a “political body that leads the political solution”, according to al-Watan.
Guterres said in the report to the U.N. Security Council that cross-border aid to the northwest remains “an indispensable part” of humanitarian operations, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Ali Rahmoun said the Turkish threats prolong the Syrian crisis, and curb efforts to reach a political solution, according to North Press.
The new Russian proposal was to withdraw the SDF forces and keep the Kurdish internal security members (Asayish) alongside the Syrian security forces, according to Athr Press.
The Iranian leadership had pledged to Damascus that it would send more ships loaded with oil, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria says the public opinion in the Netherlands was manipulated by the government, according to SANA.
Balous repeated his previous statements that the security forces are dragging the governorate towards violence, according to Syria TV.
Jeffrey stressed that the Syrian regime must take steps to resolve the security concerns of its neighbours, according to Syria TV.
The Action Group for the Palestinians of Syria called on the international community and human rights organizations to provide legal and physical protection for Palestinian-Syrian refugees, according to the SOC Media Department.
The committee comprises the Minister of Commerce, the Minister of Economy, and the Governor of the Central Bank of Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
The regime received about 47,000 barrels per day of Iranian oil in November.
David Barnea revealed the content of Cohen’s last transmission, received on January 19, 1965.
Syria has always been standing by Palestine and its cause, according to the Syria Times.
Syria affirmed the keenness of the Interior Ministry to provide all facilitations to the Iranian community there, according to SANA.
This comes based on the decision of the Presidency of the Council of Ministers to reduce the allocations of all public entities by 40%, according to Athr Press.
The military escalation in Idleb comes after HTS on Sunday carried out two infiltration operations on positions of the regime forces, according to al-Modon.
CENTCOM called the operation a “unilateral” one, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A joint patrol was scheduled with the Turkish side, but the latter did not participate in it, according to Baladi News.
Erdogan tries to get as many political benefits as possible from the operation, according to North Press.
Switzerland expresses concerns over Turkey’s policy in Syria, Israel drops flyers over Quneitera and HTS reportedly involved in ISIS leader killing. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Erdogan said during the call to the Russian president that it is important to implement the Sochi agreement, according to Baladi News.
Dozens of protesters gathered in al-Sir Square in the center of the city of Suweida on Sunday, according to Syria TV.
Both sides condemned the unilateral coercive economic measures imposed on them by the U.S. and the European Union, according to SANA.
About 7314 health workers distributed in 20 hospitals and 852 medical centers and 360 mobile teams participated in the campaign, according to the Syria Times.
Five artillery shells fell near the government deployment posts in the village of Herbel, according to North Press.
Switzerland said it is making efforts to ensure that all Russian official delegations can come to Geneva to work in the best conditions, according to al-Watan.
On Sunday, the exchange rate of the Syrian pound collapsed to the level of 6,050 against the dollar, according to Orient Net.
ISIS sleeper calls continue to carry out deadly attacks in Syria and Iraq, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The regime is violently repressing the uprising in southern Syria.
Assad requested from Iran the opening of a new pipeline to import energy and other essential materials, according to Syria TV.
Human rights groups and UNHCR say conditions in Syria are not safe for many people to return, according to al-Souria Net.
The siege imposed by the Fourth Division of the government forces started in early November, according to North Press.
Authorities in Syria are intensively pursuing their tasks to combat all forms of trafficking and drug smuggling of all kinds, SANA says.
Russia says attacks are planned to be launched from the mountainous area in Ubin, according to North Press.
The U.S. Navy in Greece had earlier detained the Lana before the Greek Supreme Court ordered the cargo be returned to Iran, according to Athr Press.
Arnous expressed Syria’s readiness and desire to inaugurate new horizons of economic and tourism cooperation with Iraq, according to the Syria Times.
SDF Commander tells Asharq Al-Awsat he won’t visit Damascus before conditions for political solution are available.
Laith Balous received a direct and sectarian threat, by the head of the Air Force Intelligence Department in Syria, Major General Ghassan Ismail, according to Baladi News.
Ankara’s factions have recruited at least 40 children this year and placed them in training camps, according to Athr Press.
Pedersen presented the results of the tours and meetings he conducted over the past period, according to the Syria Times.
Maduro has accepted the credentials of Kinan Zahreddine as the Syrian Ambassador to Venezuela, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. Senior Representative to northeast Syria, Nikolas Granger, stressed his country’s strong opposition to any military action, according to North Press.
The hospital is located in Kilis, five kilometres from the Syrian border, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Lavrentiev will make a “critical” visit to Ankara this week on December 8th and 9th, according to al-Souria Net.
Syrian regime-controlled areas are witnessing an economic crisis that increases day by day, according to Syria TV,
Russia shall resolutely preclude any infringements on the territorial integrity of Syria, according to SANA.
Statement by the United Nations on an Austrian donation of 8 Million dollars.
Abdi warned of “devastating repercussions” that would flow from any Turkish ground military operation, according to Baladi News.
Syria claimed it opposes the use of chemical weapons by any individual, anytime, anywhere, and under any circumstances, according to SANA.
This is the second such visit in less than two months to discuss reviving the process of the Constitutional Committee in Geneva, according to al-Watan.
The expulsion followed the deployment of Russia’s soldiers in Thalaa on Tuesday, where they maintained a provocative presence, according to Shaam Network.
Bulgaria rejected accusations that its border guards shot a Syrian refugee in October, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
ISIS-run Amaq news agency said the photos presented militants swearing allegiance to Abu al-Hassan al-Hussein al-Qurashi, according to North Press.
Damascus is not opposed to normalization with Turkey, according to Orient News.
The regime is only willing to recognize some of the cultural rights of Kurds in Syria, according to Shaam Network.
Meslet stressed that chants in Suweida demanding the overthrow of the regime are a message from every Syrian citizen to the world, according to the SOC Media Department.
Türkiye only coordinates with its allies, Presidential Spokesperson Ibrahim Kalın said on Sunday, according to the Daily Sabah.
This is the second such visit in the past ten days, according to Athr Press.
The ministry described the black market as theft that deprives citizens of their shares in oil derivatives, according to Syria TV.
A cautious calm hangs over the Druze-majority city of Suweida, according to North Press.
The SDC called on the Syrian authorities to find solutions to socioeconomic problems, according to Syria TV,
Local sources from the neighbourhoods told North Press that “due to the siege, work in factories has been suspended.”
John Kirby raised concern over the Turkish operations in northern Syria, according to North Press.
A Suweida protester died on Sunday from bullets fired by the Syrian regime’s security services, according to Syria TV.
The long-running aid operation has been in place since 2014, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Mazloum Abdi welcomed the international positions regarding Turkish threats and expressed his hope to see them applied, according to North Press.
Majed stressed that he preferred to stay in prison for life in Paris than return to his country, according to Orient Net.
The total number of travellers to and from Turkey through the Bab al-Hawa border crossing reached 17,265, including 2,120 women, according to Baladi News.
Turkey says Kurdish groups are “legitimate forces”. U.S. urges Turkey to stand down on plan to invade Syria and Assad says no meeting with Turkey anytime soon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The campaign is being implemented through 63 health centers, 685 mobile teams, and the participation of 2,269 health workers, according to SANA.
Turkey does not seem to have backing from the U.S. and Russia on a potential ground invasion.
Dr. Faisal Al-Abbas, was found dead in the university building in the Mezzeh area, according to Orient Net.
Fertility problems are on the rise in northwest Syria, as elsewhere in the war-ravaged country, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Baath Party announced a 40 percent reduction in its fuel allocations, according to Baladi News.
In attendance were representatives of the United States, France, Britain, Germany, Italy, Denmark, Australia, and Switzerland, according to the SOC Media Department.
A U.S. military spokesman denied that any U.S. military forces were involved in the operation, according to Syria TV.
92 countries voted in favour of the resolution entitled “The Syrian Golan”, while 8 countries voted against it, according to SANA.
The U.S. Department of Defense said on Tuesday they were concerned about Turkish military escalation in northern Syria, according to North Press.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights called for holding the Syrian regime accountable for its use of chemical weapons, according to Syria TV.
Syria denounced the UNSC’s silence about the occupation of the Golan, according to SANA.
The cumulative total of confirmed cholera infections in Syria registered 1556 cases, according to SANA.
The Washokani camp is a house for nearly 16.000 IDPs coming from the city of Sere Kaniye, according to North Press.
The convoy consisted of16 trucks loaded with aid coming from the areas controlled by the Syrian regime, according to Baladi News.
Millions of Syrian families still don’t know whether their missing loved ones are dead or alive, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The U.S. position towards the Turkish operation in northern Syria is surrounded by a state of ambiguity, according to North Press.
Geir Pedersen called on Turkey and the SDF to stop the escalation in northern Syria, according to Snack Syrian.
The Russian offer stipulates the withdrawal of PYD forces from Tal Rifaat and its surroundings to Sheikh Maqsoud in Aleppo, according to Orient Net.
Russia suggested the deployment of Syrian government forces along the border with Turkey, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
An informed source told North Press that Turkey shelled the post with seven shells without recording any casualties.
Russia and Turkey stated their dissatisfaction with the implementation of the Sochi agreement, according to al-Watan.
Ankara wants the return of Syrian regime institutions as an alternative to the SDF, according to Baladi News.
The People’s Assembly indicated that Turkish practices constitute a clear violation of international law, according to SANA.
The SDF suggested Turkish ground invasion despite U.S. assurances, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An NGO stressed “the significant drop in temperatures and the dependence of displaced people on primitive heating methods,” according to Damas Post.
Assad said he expects the level of bilateral meetings with Turkey to increase soon, according to al-Akhbar.
Israel has carried out dozens of airstrikes on posts in Syria in the recent years, according to North Press.
Residents found the body of the 26-year-old Ali al-Jaber, a militant of Liwa Fatemiyoun, according to North Press.
Journalist Atef al-Saadi was killed while he was covering the battles between armed groups, according to Enab Baladi.
Alexander Lavrentiev noted that contact between the two countries on Syria “is dim as yet,” according to North Press.
The SDF stressed its commitment to the de-escalation agreement with Turkey, according to Syria TV.
The decision to attack could come at any moment, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syria Response Coordinators team launched an urgent appeal to humanitarian actors in Idleb to repair damage to the sewage network in the Harem area, according to al-Souria Net.
Rocket attack targets U.S. base, Syria and Iran deploying new air defences, and Jordan intercepts drug smuggling attempt. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The attack at its base in al-Shaddadi was the third of its kind in a week, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The incident sparked a wave of anger among residents over the regime’s neglect of the governorate, according to Syria TV.
The identification of the Taksim bombing attacker as a Syrian national has exacerbated anti-refugee sentiment in Turkey, as politicians and influential media figures call for their immediate deportation.
Mekdad highlighted the Syrian government’s efforts in light of the terrorist war and the facilities it provides to international organizations, according to SANA.
Romanian border police officers seized a truck containing chemicals, which was carrying 26 migrants from Syria and Turkey, according to al-Watan.
Mazloum Abdi said the SDF were “looking forward to coordinate with the Syrian Army” to protect the region, according to North Press.
The SNHR said that 11,526 incidents of sexual violence targeted females, according to the SOC Media Department.
The U.S. offered to keep the members of the Kurdish units 30 km away from the Syrian-Turkish border, according to Athr Press.
A ground offensive by Turkey on Northeastern Syria could be imminent.
Demand in the real estate market is very low, according to Shaam Network.
Alena Douhan has called for the lifting of unilateral coercive measures imposed on Syria, according to SANA.
President Bashar al-Assad received Thursday the Prime Minister of Belarus, Roman Golovchenko, according to SANA.
Many observers wondered about the reality of oil supplies from Iran, according to al-Iqtissad.
Although the amount of the budget rose in Syrian pounds, it is the lowest ever in U.S. dollars value, according to al-Hal Net.
Statement by Human Rights Watch.
China believes the Astana format has played a constructive role in coordinating efforts to de-escalate the conflicts in Syria, according to SANA.
The Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates said illegitimate foreign presence on Syrian territory is a violation of international law, according to SANA.
The Center for Strategic Thinking Paths has published an analytical paper entitled “The United States and the Role as a Swing Producer,” according to Damas Post.
The dead included a child and four men, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Faisal al-Mekdad said that the primary role of diplomacy now lies in the economic field, according to al-Watan.
Damascus has intensified its diplomacy with the United Nations agencies, according to SANA.
At the end of the Astana 19 meetings, Russia expected a rapprochement between Damascus and Ankara soon, according to Athr Press.
Roman Golovchenko arrived at Damascus International Airport heading an economic delegation for a two days visit, according to SANA.
The SDF informed the coalition forces of its decision to suspend joint military and security operations targeting ISIS, according to Syria TV.
In an exclusive statement to North Press, Ahmed criticized “media outlets” for being unfair in highlighting the humanitarian side in Syria.
From Aleppo to Damascus, installation art has captivated Syrians and drawn a fresh audience, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hundred of Syrians have been told to leave Denmark since March 2021, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Faisal al-Mekdad said Syria is not isolated from the rest of the world, according to Athr Press.
Round 19 of the Astana talks began on Tuesday in the Kazakh capital Nur-Sultan, according to North Press.
Lavrentiev stressed Russia’s continued support for the unity and territorial integrity of Syria, according to SANA.
The students briefed President al-Assad on the outcomes of their dialogue camps, according to the Syria Times.
Turkey targeted on Tuesday villages in the northern countryside of Aleppo three successive times in less than 12 hours, according to North Press.
The leader of the Turkish Nationalist Movement Party, praised the meeting held with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Qatar, according to Shaam Network.
The Director of Technical Studies indicated that 23 towers have been contracted under construction, according to al-Watan.
The story of Yusra and Sara Mardini will be the focus of a movie adaptation, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The conflict between the National Defense and Maher al-Assad’s Fourth Division began with the start of the “settlement” operations in Deir-ez-Zor governorate, according to Orient Net.
Iran said the Syrian people have been the victim of Zionist aggressions for years, according to SANA.
The value of early recovery projects submitted by the United Nations and its agencies amounted to more than 517 million US dollars, according to Syria TV.
Erdogan confirmed that he did not hold any meetings with the U.S. or Russian president regarding the operation, according to Athr Press.
The SDC stressed the U.S.’ and Russia’s categorical rejection of any Turkish incursion, according to North Press.
Mekdad said that New Delhi has not stopped providing humanitarian aid or economic support to Syria, according to SANA.
Turkey is likely to begin a ground offensive against YPG areas of influence, al-Souria Net.
The rockets hit a school, two houses and agricultural land near the Karkamis border crossing, according to Baladi News.
Kilicdaroglu spoke of his promises to Syrians of “safety” while denying his intention to return any refugees “forcibly”, according to al-Souria Net.
The Action Group for the Palestinians of Syria said that the regime has been detaining Obada al-Abdullah and his mother for over nine years, according to the SOC Media Department.
Turkey says the operation aims to destroy “terrorist hideouts,” according to Baladi News.
Mekdad held a dialogue session with researchers at the Institute Manohar Parrikar for Defense Studies and Analysis (IDSA), according to SANA.
Israeli strike, ISIS attack and Italian drug trafficker arrested in Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Ankara is determined to establish a residential area in northern Syria for Syrian refugees who want to return voluntarily, according to Syria TV.
The Syrian refugee was a rapper and composer in his country, according to Orient Net.
The General Command of the SDF said in a statement that Turkey has been preparing for a long time to launch a large-scale attack on northeastern Syria, according to North Press.
The attack could have significant repercussions in Syria.
Ongoing crises and migration threaten the survival of three of the world’s oldest Christian communities, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad will meet with Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, the Indian External Affairs Minister, according to SANA.
Lattakia appears to be one of the lowest Syrian governorates in terms of electricity supply, according to Hashtag Syria.
Mike Joseph is the candidate of the SDP for the election in Frankfurt, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The protesters called on authorities to hold accountable the killers of the activist Muhammad Abdullatif, according to North Press.
The Syrian delegate described the draft as “deeply politicized and less than transparent,” according to North Press.
In early October, the city of Bab witnessed the assassination of activist Muhammad Abdul Latif, according to Syria TV.
Two people were killed while another was injured on Wednesday in two separate assassinations in Daraa city, according to North Press.
Rather than being acts of good faith, the amnesties were instead small acts of mercy, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Canadian charity announced its project to build a residential village in northern Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
Bruno Carbone passed himself off as a Mexican who fled his country for selling fake Rolex watches, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkey could start a major military operation in Syria, according to Baladi News.
President Bashar al-Assad received the Foreign Minister of Omani Sultanate and the accompanying delegation, according to SANA.
Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad said that Syria condemns terrorism wherever it is, according to al-Watan.
Syria required Israel’s accession to the non-proliferation treaty, according to SANA.
Hussein Makhlouf said Syria has developed a plan to adapt to climate change, according to SANA.
Syrians from Idleb and Afrin live inside an abandoned and demolished building in the Serbian town of Majan, according to Orient Net.
The Syrian air defence forces shot down three of the eight missiles, according to Athr Press.
The Response Coordinators appealed to humanitarian organizations and bodies working in the region to provide urgent and immediate assistance, according to al-Souria Net.
The campaign was carried out by the Political Security branch in the region, according to Damas Post.
The EU announced in a statement on Monday the expansion of its list of sanctions on the use of chemical weapons, according to Baladi News.
The three-day conference is organized by the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center and the Emirates News Agency, according to Syria Times.
The AANES accused the Turkish intelligence of executing the explosion, according to North Press.
The Pakistani ambassador affirmed his country’s support for Syria, according to SANA.
Local dignitaries in Daraa said the eradication of this group has become a religious and moral duty, according to Orient Net.
Over 45 cases of scabies have been reported in children camps for displaced persons in the southern Syrian town of Era, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The 19th round of Astana Talks on Syria would be held in the Kazakh capital Nur-Sultan in late November, according to North Press.
Many social media accounts posted a picture of the woman wearing camouflage pants and a hijab, according to Damas Post.
The American and Turkish sides are pressuring each other in order to accept the other’s project, according to al-Watan.
Israeli strike on Syria, Turkey targets Hassakeh, and religious fatwa against migration. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Al-Watan learned that Iran recently decided to raise the quantity of crude oil supplied to Syria.
The resolution on the occupied Syrian Golan was voted in favour by 148 States, according to al-Watan.
Zubaidi is linked to Yasar Hussein Ibrahim, head of the economic and financial office of the presidency, according to al-Souria Net.
The attack caused damage to some vehicles, according to North Press.
The issue of unemployment within the local community is one of the most pressing issues that need radical solutions, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Officials from the CBS blamed online websites and the “cosmic conspiracy against Syria,” for the collapse of the currency, according to Nedaa Post.
Clashes had been taken place over the past three days in the countryside of Afrin between opposition factions, according to al-Watan.
Haytham Rahmeh denounced calls by UN Special Rapporteur Alena Douhan for lifting sanctions on the Assad regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
The AANES criticized rapprochement between Turkey and Syria.
Last October, the “response coordinators” recorded nine suicides, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Elias Bou Saab has called for communicating “directly and publicly” with Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Food prices have risen by 800 percent between 2019 and 2021, Baladi News reports.
Dohan called for “the immediate lifting of these measures”, SANA claims.
Syria TV said military groups from the factions that have recently suspended their work support the new commander Abu Suleiman.
The head of the Aleppo City Council announced the evacuation of 1500 houses under the pretext that they are “prone to fall”, according to Orient Net.
Israel targeted a convoy of vehicles suspected of smuggling Iranian weapons after crossing the border from Iraq, according to North Press.
The fighters were killed in the past five days on the fronts of Hama, Idleb and Aleppo, according to Orient News.
The number of casualties has not been confirmed, but some of those killed in the attack late on Tuesday were Iranian nationals, al-Jazeera reports.
Syria said French’s statements are “full of lies and fabrications,” according to SANA.
Syrian government forces targeted IDP camps northwest of the country that resulted in the killing and injury of 80 individuals, according to North Press.
Turkish officials are constantly talking about Ankara’s intention towards rapprochement with Damascus, according to Athr Press.
In Syria, opponents found in oil a rare point of consensus to cooperate and pick clean the country’s wealth and revenues, according to Ibrahim Hamidi for Asharq al-Awsat.
Firefighters rushed to the scene in the Yıldırım district of Bursa, according to the Daily Sabah.
A military source told North Press the British delegation visited this morning military and civil councils in Kobani and Manbij.
Lubna, 46, arrived in the Netherlands from Syria in 2017 and is currently working as a consultant in the field of integration, according to Syria TV.
The UK Political Coordinator at the UN said Syria has failed to provide the OPCW with a complete account of its chemical weapons program, according to North Press.
Many Syrians said their situation worsened in Turkey after Erdogan announced a plan to encourage one million Syrian refugees to return to their country, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Damascus said the right and duty of the Syrian state is to protect the lives of its citizens, according to SANA.
Sweden needs to get closer to Ankara and join NATO, according to Athr Press.
The SNHR underlined that the regime aims to seize 570,000 acres of land in the suburbs of Idleb and Hama, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Several Turkish statements in recent weeks have hinted at Ankara’s changing approach to the Syrian issue, according to al-Souria Net.
Haytham Rahmeh, slammed the statement the UN issued on Sunday in response to the Idleb attack, according to the SOC Media Department.
Excerpts from the US Department of State Spokesperson Ned Price’s press brief on Nov 7.
The office did not elaborate on the mechanism it followed in counting the numbers of Syrians, according to SYRIA TV.
Syria said the shelling targeted command headquarters and training camps belonging to terrorist organizations in rural Idleb, according to Baladi News.
Doctors Without Borders accused countries with citizens held in al-Hol of failing to take responsibility for protecting them, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syria Response Coordinators called on the UN to issue statements outlining the responsibility of the Syrian regime and Russia, according to Syria TV.
Ammar Adnan Kahlous, born in 1994 in Damascus, died on June 22th under the watchful eye of Greek police without any assistance, according to Orient Net.
The bus was carrying refugees from Istanbul to Diyarbakir during their deportation, according to Orient Net.
The relief group stressed the spread of the phenomenon of open sewage within the camps, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The AANES said it was fighting terrorism “on behalf of all humanity”, according to North Press.
Ghadban’s election is particularly likely to strengthen Turkey’s influence in the divided Syrian opposition, according to al-Hal Net.
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Two young men of Syrian origin joined the Office of the Department of Defense to serve as a special adviser and an assistant, according to al-Souria Net.
This development appears to be Sweden’s compliance with the conditions of the Turkish regime, according to Athr Press.
Ethan Goldrich said that the U.S. would increase support to IDP camps in the region and jails run by the AANES, according to North Press.
The UN has raised the alarm, appealing to donors to provide funds for health services in Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
In technical terms, the dispute consists of overlapping claims concerning the two countries’ maritime borders, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Jordan wants to activate efforts to reach a political solution to the Syrian crisis, according to al-Watan.
The tent settlement is just northwest of the provincial capital of Idleb, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Baladi News says opposition factions have agreed to make a step towards a unified command.
Residents of the city of Darayya were forced to demolish their homes and buildings partially damaged by shelling, according to Syria TV.
Sergei Lavrov arrived in the Jordanian capital Amman on Wednesday evening for an official visit, according to Athr Press.
The SOC said the UN handling of many issues related to Syria has negatively reflected on the Syrian people, according to the SOC Media Department.
Algerian Foreign Minister Ramtane Lamamra called for Syria to regain its seat in the Arab League, according to SANA.
Erdogan’s deportation of Syrians is a clear attempt to desperately cling to power, writes Sam Hamad for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Captagon trade has become very profitable in various regions of Syria regardless of the forces controlling it, Orient News report.
James Jeffrey, a former U.S. Envoy for Syria, said the resolution could solve several problems in Syria, according to Rudaw.
The Iranian president stressed his country’s continuous support to Syria, according to North Press.
The meeting aims to unite all factions under one military command and one security department, according to Baladi News.
The league will call on Turkey to withdraw unconditionally from all Syrian territory, according to al-Watan.
Serious riots involving refugees took place on Halloween night in the city of Linz, according to Orient News.
Faisal Mekdad visited Tehran to express Syria’s support for Iran, according to SANA.
Some European countries are now demanding normalization with the Syrian regime, according to Syria TV.
Fighters belonging to ISIS continue to carry out attacks in Daraa, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The AANES received on Tuesday a senior delegation chaired by representatives of the Dutch and German governments, according to North Press.
Jaafari has replaced Riyad Haddad as Syria’s ambassador to Russia, according to SANA.
The Pakistani minister of Education referred to the deep-rooted relations binding the two countries, according to SANA.
Jordan called for a “gradual approach” to normalization with Damascus, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkey seeks to deport all Syrians present on its soil by 2023, according to North Press.
Meslet said that the United Nations should not engage in returning Syrian refugees to the regime-held areas, according to the SOC Media Department.
A new law issued by Bashar al-Assad allows Iran to invest more in the Syrian electricity sector, according to al-Modon.
New services have been added to the other electronic services in the electronic consular center, SANA reports.
The area west of the Euphrates River could contain oil and gas, according to Athr Press.
Assad said in the honouring ceremony that Dr. al-Attar held the homeland in her heart and soul, according to SANA.
Journalist Samer Salloum said the Lebanese government intends to deport 850 Syrian families this year, according to Orient Net.
Press release by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
Hossam Jazmati said the British news outlet cited “questionable” sources, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Medicine is no longer the dream career it used to be in Syria, according to Syria TV.
The convoy included cholera and leishmaniasis “desperately needed” medicines, according to al-Souria Net.
Prices of entry per party range from 20,000 Syrian pounds to 150,000 Syrian pounds, according to Athr Press.
If her appeal proves unsuccessful, it will leave the UK without a competitor in the Mrs. World contest, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The reinforcements included members of the Eighth Brigade, former fighters in the Syrian opposition, according to North Press.
Some EU countries have begun to pressure to change some policies in line with the interests of al-Assad and his regime, according to al-Modon.
Shaaban said Oman derives its strength from “its ancient genes,” according to Atheer.
North Press reports that a curfew imposed by local gunmen in the city of Daraa entered into force until further notice.
Rifai died on Saturday of a heart attack in Istanbul, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Bassam Sabbagh accused Israel of grave violations of international law, according to SANA.
Jordan said that it was mobilizing support for a “peace process” led by some Arab countries in Syria, according to al-Arab.
Alena Douhan is due to visit the war-torn country from October 30th to November 10th, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Assad was briefed, by the Head of the Syrian Gas Company and the Plant Director, on the turbochargers’ function, according to SANA.
Lebanon has started the first phase of its “voluntary return” plan.
The group is preparing for an election round likely to occur in December, according to Syria TV.
An armed man had attacked the citizens, killing at least 15 people, among them women and children, according to SANA.
She pointed out that Syria’s strategy aims to increase recovery rates from this disease, according to SANA.
Erdogan sent HTS to Afrin in order to achieve several goals, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. initiative is meant to open the crossing routinely and organize it in favour of residents in all fields, according to North Press.
These companies are headed by figures subject to U.S. and European sanctions due to their involvement in supporting the Assad regime, according al-Souria Net.
A source told Baladi News that the General Security Agency of HTS raided the house of media activist Bakkar Mohammed Hamidi.
Rayburn said the U.S. should focus on the vital area between the Mediterranean Sea and Mount Zakros on the Iranian border, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Gaps, contradictions and disparities persist in the Syrian regime’s declaration of its chemical weapons, according to Syria TV.
The Lebanese authorities celebrated the return of hundreds of Syrian refugees to their country, according to Orient Net.
The U.S. sanctioned Brigadier General Adnan Aboud Hilweh, Major General Ghassan Ahmed Ghannam, and Major General Jawdat Saleebi Mawas, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey intends to reorganize the SNA factions to end the state of constant infighting among the factions, according to North Press.
The U.S. is increasing its presence in Syria, according to Athr Press.
Syria said its cooperation with the OPCW is something that must be acknowledged, according to SANA.
Almost half of the UN contracts concluded in 2019 and 2020 in Syria were with suppliers involved in human rights abuse, according to North Press.
Lebanon has opened 17 centers for voluntary return of Syrian refugees, according to Athr Press.
Residents, with the support of the valiant Syrian Arab Army, confronted many U.S. occupation convoys, the Syria Times says.
225,621 cases of depression were recorded in Syria last year, according to al-Watan.
Russian policy in Syria is, for Moscow, one of the pivotal elements in forming a strategy in the Middle East, according to Athr Press.
Over the past months, the Syrian regime has shown greater effectiveness in engaging in United Nations activities, Enab Baladi reports.
Lebanon is still mediating between the United States and Syria over the fate of American journalist Austin Tice, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria called for an end to Israeli entity crimes perpetrated in the occupied Arab territories, according to SANA.
Ned Price said instability in Syria is a source of concern for his country, according to al-Souria Net.
Syrian air defenses intercepted an Israeli aggression with missiles on some points in the vicinity of Damascus, according to SANA.
The recent Israeli airstrike, according to North Press monitoring, followed a halt for over a month.
Mekdad discussed Sunday with his Iranian counterpart the latest regional and international developments of mutual interests, according the Syria Times.
Activists are receiving notices on social media telling them that videos they have posted are the right of a news agency, according to Orient News.
Lebanese authorities plan to forcibly return 6,000 Syrian refugees to regime-held areas, according to the SOC Media Department.
The two sides stressed that cultural diversity in Syrian society is a model that should be adopted in all societies, according to Snack Syrian.
Investors began to put their money into establishing tourism companies and projects that attracted them after the war on Syria, according to Athr Press.
had for some time functioned as an unwilling but significant part of the uneasy administration of the country’s north, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The formation will now be called the “Free Syrian Army,” according to al-Souria Net.
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The WFP pointed out the need for coordination with Syria to implement the mechanism developed for the distribution of food aid, according to SANA.
Discussions with Algeria to buy domestic gas began in 2016, but were delayed due to sanctions, according to al-Iqtissad.
Turkey wants the “moderate opposition and the regime to reach an agreement on a road map,” according to Baladi News.
Experts said the reason for this was likely the Syrian regime’s repellent economic policies, according to Syria TV.
Syrian women suffer from all kinds of targeting, even after they left Syria, by men, according to Orient News.
The Syrian capital urged health workers to continue reporting suspected cases, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Awda is forwarding a proposal from Jordan that seeks to market an “Arab” initiative for a political solution in Syria, according to al-Modon.
Eight missiles were launched from the base toward Syrian government-held areas, according to North Press.
At least 18 trucks loaded with food baskets and flour entered in the afternoon to the Idleb region, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Turkish intervention in Northwestern Syria occurred due to American pressure.
Safadi announced at the end of September that Jordan was mobilizing support for an Arab-led political process, according to Athr Press.
Lavrentiev pointed out that restoring Syrian-Turkish relations to their normal level requires good intentions from the Turkish leadership, according to al-Watan.
WHO confirmed in a statement that a probe was ongoing, describing it as “protracted and complex,” according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
This absence of air strikes in Syria comes as tensions continue to escalate between Israel and Russia, Athr Press reports.
France thanked the AANES for cooperating with it and making this operation possible, according to North Press.
President Assad issued on Thursday a set of laws that include increasing monthly judicial compensation, according to SANA.
The SOC secretary-general stressed that the Palestinian cause is the cause of the Arab nation, according to the SOC Media Department.
Their task was to hide the “tablets” in other goods in a rented warehouse in Lower Bavaria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
President Bashar al-Assad affirmed that Syria stayed still in supporting the resistance despite the war waged on it, according to Athr Press.
Military sources revealed to Al-Modon the possibility of the application of the interfactional agreement under Turkish auspices.
Northern Syria is particularly affected by millions of displaced people who suffer from poverty and food insecurity, according to Shaam Network.
The Belarus Minister briefed the Syrian side on the potential of Belarus in education and health, according to SANA.
Emirati businessman Abdullah al-Shaibani has revealed Emirati plans for tourism and real estate projects in Syria soon, according to Hastag Syria.
Azaz has seen street protests in the last two days opposed to the extremists’ entry, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Lafarge agreed to forfeit $687m and pay a fine of $90m in its guilty plea, according to al-Jazeera.
The airstrikes targeted a military post of the government forces in the town of al-Dweir, according to North Press.
The spokesman for the Turkish presidency accused on Tuesday the Syrian state of “sabotaging the work of the Constitutional Committee,” according to Athr Press.
This is the first comment to be released by the U.S. on the recent developments in Afrin, according to North Press.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that Russia will continue its supportive approach to Syria, according to SANA.
28 members of HTS were killed in clashes since October 8th, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Meslet stressed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has always defended the Syrian people, according to the SOC Media Department.
Excerpts of an op-ed from Walid Brikssiyeh in al-Modon.
The UN envoy was talking to reporters after meeting Syria’s Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad, according to Jesr Press.
Russia claimed those killed in the operation included the organizer of a bus attack, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In June this year, the Syrian Foreign Ministry announced its country’s formal recognition of the Republics of Donetsk and Luhansk, Syria TV notes.
Pedersen’s visit comes within the framework of his attempts to revive the path of the Constitutional Committee, according to SANA.
Assad has ratified a Mutual Legal Cooperation in criminal cases with Russia and the Extradition Agreement with it, according to SANA.
Khalidi was speaking to Athr Press on the sidelines of the 2022 Tourism Investment Forum.
The protesters expressed their absolute rejection of HTS entering their areas, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The demand for addictive drugs and psychiatric drugs in Syria has increased significantly, according to Orient Net.
Tallaa said the Global Coalition sought to merge Maghaweir al-Thowra into the SDF, according to North Press.
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Rayburn sharply criticized parties demanding the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
The source claimed that the proposal came at the request of Jordan due to the constant threats on its borders, according to Athr Press.
Most of these migrants are caught in Burgenland, where 350 border guards work daily, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Turkish drone targeted a vehicle carrying fighters affiliated with the Internal Security Forces of North and East Syria, according to North Press.
HTS and the Third corp have reached a “principled” agreement consisting of ten items to end the “fighting” between them, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria seeks to provide an attractive investment environment for investors in the tourism sector, according to SANA.
The criminal group operates from a local restaurant in an industrial zone in the city of Fuenlabrada in central Spain, according to Baladi News.
The Mosaic shows fierce soldiers carrying swords and shields, seemingly from the Trojan War between Troy and Greece, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria has recorded 41 deaths from cholera, and over 700 cases, the country’s official SANA news agency reported Tuesday.
An exclusive source told North Press that HTS deployed numbers of its militants across all neighbourhoods in Afrin.
In its September report, the United Nations’ Syria commission said the country was still not safe for returnees, according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
A military source told SANA in a statement on Thursday that an explosive device attached to a military bus exploded.
Syria warned against schemes serving the interests and agendas of enemies aimed at undermining security and stability, according to SANA.
The two countries agreed to speed up the procedures for entering gas supply, according to al-Watan.
Al-Watan sources revealed that the U.S. occupation prevented the delivery of heavy weapons to militia fighters.
A UK delegation discussed with the AANEs the humanitarian and economic issues, the fight against terrorism, as well as the political solution for the Syrian crisis, according to North Press.
Atrash was one of the first notable people to declare her support for the Syrian revolution, according to Orient News.
Cavusoglustressed that there is currently no plan for a meeting between Erdogan and Assad, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian government has decided to allow the export of 200,000 sheep until the end of November, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Militants of the HTS reached the hills of the village of Kurzeleh, some 5 km southeast of Afrin city, according to North Press.
The Syrian pound is trading at SYP 5,000 to the US dollar, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria stressed that it provides all facilities to Arab businesspeople who want to invest seriously in Syria, according to Athr Press.
The Opposition Coalition welcomed the findings of the UN Human Rights Council that considered Syria unsafe for refugees’ return, according to the SOC Media Department.
The minister of health said Syria is accelerating the pace of work towards early recovery from the war, according to SANA.
132 wounded athletes from Syria along with wounded athletes from Iraq are participating in the competitions, according to SANA.
A four-star complex will be implemented by a Russian company named Sinara in Lattakia’s Gol Jamal district, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The medical staff at Afrin National Hospital joined Al-Bab and Al-Rai Hospitals in announcing an open strike, according to Athr Press.
An AANES official said any understanding between Damascus and Ankara could deepen the crisis in Syria, according to North Press.
Third Corps fighters were able to expel the Hamza Division from most of its positions in Al-Bab, according to Baladi News.
Monthly real estate rents for residential homes and shops in the central city of Homs doubled, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Minister of Health stressed the need to support Syria and lift coercive measures, according to SANA.
The phenomenon of suicide has increased remarkably recently in the northern Syrian regions, according to Orient News.
The Jordanian-Syrian Economic Forum is designed to discuss all the obstacles and challenges facing the flow of goods, al-Watan reports.
The committee stressed that the SNA continues its violations against residents, according to North Press.
Syria accused the West of targeting the Russian Federation to maintain Western hegemony over the world, according to SANA.
SDF military positions were targetted in the vicinity of the village of Dada Abdal, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The injured suspect was taken to the al-Bab city hospital for aid amid a security alert in the area, according to Baladi News.
The medical staff announced a strike after their salaries were delayed for 70 days in a row, according to Syria TV.
Assad stressed that there is no so-called “religious reform” as religion is the thing which reforms Man, not the contrary, according to SANA.
The young man fell into a deep valley and sustained serious injuries and fractures in several parts of his body, according to Orient Net.
Hamas representatives will visit Syria after a delegation completes a visit to Algeria, according to al-Watan.
The minister of Industry said Syria is working today to rehabilitate its industrial sector, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A boat carrying Syrian migrants sank off the coast of Algeria on Tuesday night, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The nomination of the new leader has led to a controversy in the Rukban camp.
Al-Watan has learned from informed sources that several ambassadors will soon be appointed as soon as the necessary legal procedures are completed.
The number of camps in Northwestern Syria facing water shortages has risen to more than 658 out of 1,633 camps, according to Baladi News.
Syria has always believed that the OPCW is the source of the world’s salvation from weapons of mass destruction, according to SANA.
An exclusive source told North Press that the operation took place in the village of Milouk Saray, south of Qamishli.
The two officials discussed the work of the Syrian-Iranian joint committee, according to SANA.
Inflation in the areas controlled by the Assad regime has exhausted citizens in all segments, according to Orient Net.
Syria and Iran discussed prospects of bilateral cooperation in the public housing field, according to the Syria Times.
No human damage was recorded, except for two injuries, according to al-Souria Net.
The SOHR said Iran and its proxy militias have unprecedented influence in most areas under the control of the Syrian regime, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The settlement process comes under the amnesty decrees issued by President Bashar al-Assad, according to Syria News.
Jordanian Prime Minister Ayman Safadi said his country was mobilizing “regional and international support for an Arab-led political process,” according to Jusoor Research Center.
One of the nurses who resigned said that many are migrating to Iraq, Libya and Yemen, according to al-Watan.
An army formation has carried out several-day tactical drills with live ammunition, according to SANA.
One of the attempts was through a truck loaded with vegetables, according to North Press.
The AANES has communication channels with almost all countries that have families of ISIS, according to North Press.
Syrians say the military-style design fits with the authoritarian tendencies of HTS, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The price of bribery varies according to the required position and the importance of the region or municipality, according to Syria TV.
The 15-year-old Syrian child made headlines in 2018 and drew the world’s attention through his coverage of the war, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Farid al-Qassem stressed that “there are no divisions” within the Maghaweer, according to al-Tareek.
An exclusive source told North Press clashes erupted between two groups of Hamza Division.
Teachers began a sit-in on Monday evening in front of the Directorate of Education in the city of al-Bab, according to Orient News.
Syria said lands whose “owners do not exist” will be put up for investment, according to al-Watan.
The death toll includes 21 children, three women, and seven individuals who died as a result of torture, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
The visit was previously reported at the request of the Syrian state, according to al-Watan.
Jordan’s King Abdullah II said the kingdom continues to push for a political solution to the Syrian crisis, according to Baladi News.
Maghaweir al-Thowra officially rejected the Global Coalition’s recent decision to remove its leader Muhanad Tallaa, according to North Press.
A new report by the Sednaya Prison Detainees and Missing Persons Association sheds light on the organizational structure of one of Syria’s most secret places, according to Shaam Network.
A human rights group has documented the names and data of Palestinian refugees subjected to physical abuse in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Assad invited businessmen to abandon thinking about projects that bring them quick profit at the expense of the interest of the homeland, according to al-Baath.
The Syrian Observer sits with Bassam al-Kuwatli, one of the co-founders of Ahrar, a liberal political party.
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The Senate asked the U.S. president to certify to the relevant congressional committees that the F-16s will not be used against the SDF, according to North Press.
Erdogan continues to stress his intention to establish a “safe zone” in northern Syria, according to Athr Press.
There are more than 20 Australian women and more than 40 children in the al-Hol camp, Athr Press reports.
Dan Stoenescu revealed the reasons behind his visit to areas under the control of the Assad regime in September, according to al-Souria Net.
The Foreign ministry expressed Syria’s deepest condolences to the victims’ families, wishing a quick recovery for the injured, according to the Syria Times.
Mekdad welcomes an Indian delegation headed by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ausaf Sayeed, according to SANA.
Assad outlined the social and national responsibility of investors in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Salih Muslim has rejected the PYD having any links to the PKK, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The government probably won’t be able to find permanent solutions that prevent the spread of the disease, according to Enab Baladi. Al-Souria Net reports that vaccines are not available in Syria.
Minister Ibrahim described the relations between Syria and Iran as deep and historic, according to SANA.
Officials from the Syrian Opposition Coalition (SOC) went on an official visit to the United States to discuss the Syrian crisis.
The Rukban camp witnessed protests against the removal of Talla’a, seen by some as a “symbol of revolution,” according to Enab Baladi.
The Syrian environment is one of the most complex and difficult for journalists, according to Snack Syrian.
There are indications about the probability of starting a dialogue between the SNC and AANES, according to North Press.
Most products, especially imported ones, witnessed an increase in their prices, at rates ranging between 10 to 15 percent, according to Iqtissad.
A Turkish newspaper quoted Erdogan saying that he would have been ready to meet Bashar al-Assad, according to Baladi News.
The 40-year-old husband is a Jordanian national with history, released from prison recently, according to Syria TV.
The project aims to generate 100 megawatts of electricity through solar panels, according to SANA.
Pro-regime platforms reported that an explosion occurred at the home of Shaheen in his hometown of Masyaf, according to al-Souria Net.
The 8th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) kicked off Wednesday with the participation of Syria, according to SANA.
Last month has seen a decline in the intensity of the military escalation of the Turkish army along the frontlines, according to al-Watan.
The opposition delegation will continue its meetings in the U.S. capital, according to Syria TV.
An elderly woman was among an unspecified number of people injured in the raid, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The agreement was signed on Wednesday at the Ministry of Culture building in Damascus, ahead of the Iranian Cultural Week, according to SANA.
Supporters of the regime are frustrated by Damascus’ attempts to “criminalize” the survivors of the boat, according to Orient News.
Two people were killed and eight others wounded by the attack, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Wael Sawah talks about the National Pact drafted by Syrian American activists in an op-ed to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The spread of cholera in several Syrian governorates has caused the Agriculture Directorate of Rural Damascus to destroy some crops, according to Athr Press.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi has said that his country was mobilizing support for the “peace process” led by some Arab countries in Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
Vershinin reiterated the importance of realigning the humanitarian aid for Syria with the principle of respecting the country’s sovereignty, according to SANA.
Pedersen says the situation in Syria is becoming more difficult by the day, according to North Press.
Syrians can expect violence to intensify as Russia demonstrates to its friends in the region it will stay the course in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A Syrian opposition delegation met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss the issues facing the Syrian people, according to Nedaa Post.
Russia is pushing Turkey in the direction of normalization with the Syrian government, according to Athr Press.
The Assad regime detained 11 refugees who returned from Lebanon, according to the SOC Media Department.
Rapid assessment testing confirmed 338 cases since the outbreak was first recorded last month, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The ISIS members admitted to planning IED attacks in the city of Raqqa, according to North Press.
This move may be the first sign of “opening relations” between Turkey and the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Mekdad asserted the importance of building a new multipolar world order in which all states work under the principles of the UN charter, according to SANA.
Pedersen said the deaths could have been avoided, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Security services arrested the young men under the pretext that they are wanted for compulsory service, according to Zaitoun Agency.
A Kurdish politician said the solution to the Kurdish issue would only come from Damascus, stressing the need for unified position between Kurds, according to Athr Press.
The targeting took place close to the village of Kabbashin, south of Afrin, according to North Press.
Mekdad discussed with his Iranian counterpart the latest developments in the region, according to SANA.
Pedersen said he told the Astana ministers that “none of you can dictate the outcome of the conflict.”
The boat left from Lebanon’s northern Minyeh region on Tuesday with between 120 and 150 people onboard, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The quadripartite meeting of the Ministers of Agriculture in Syria, Jordan, Iraq and Lebanon started activities yesterday in Amman, according to the Syria Times.
The west’s silence does not mean acceptance of Turkey’s steps towards Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Cairo cannot oppose the general opinion of the Arab World but wants to restore ties with Damascus, according to Athr Press.
Mekdad called on the “opposition” not to believe the “dreams” promised by the West, according to Athr Press.
Salem al-Meslet denied news circulated by media outlets and social media sites about reconciliation with the Assad regime, according to Baladi News.
Erdogan reportedly expressed willingness to meet Assad.
The SNHR stressed that Rahmoun is affiliated with the infamous national security services, according to al-Souria Net.
The suspect was not referred to the judiciary or any other court, according to Shaam Network
Julani wants to move HTS away from extremism to remove it from terrorism lists, according to Athr Press.
Mandhari noted that more than 20,000 children under the age of five in Syria suffer from malnutrition, according to SANA.
The UN and the Syrian health ministry said the source of the outbreak could be linked to people drinking unsafe water from the Euphrates, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Meslet stressed the importance of the Arab role in supporting political transition in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
Mekdad met with the foreign ministers of Belarus, Laos, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Azerbaijan and Eritrea, according to SANA.
Emir Sheikh Tamim said it was worrying that some are trying to turn the page of the Syrian crisis, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Mekdad said the west should follow the example of China and “other peace-loving countries” in seeking cooperation, according to SANA.
Yahya Maktabi stressed that whoever wants to negotiate with the Assad regime unilaterally will bear the consequences of their decisions, according to al-Hal Net.
This year many farmers are struggling to make ends meet, according to Athr Press.
Draft decrees are being prepared for naming the heads of governorate and city councils, according to al-Watan.
Despite signs of rapprochement, Turkey stressed that opposition factions have the right to confront advancements by regime forces, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Israel preferred to only send a message by attacking the agency’s property, according to al-Modon.
During August, 139 enforced disappearances were carried out by various groups, according to North Press.
Political dialogue between the two countries is likely to begin next month, according to al-Watan.
Israeli forces are known for firing at anyone who approaches the border, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Clashes and scuffles erupted between the U.S. and Russian forces on the ground in northeast Syria, according to North Press.
The Leaders’ Day will also include the presentation of the Youth Summit Declaration, SANA says.
The retired general died at the age of eighty-three after suffering from illness, Nedaa Post reports.
The gas deal could increase Lebanon’s electricity supply from 2 to 10 hours a day, according to Syria TV.
Nabil Sharbaji’s family received news that he had been killed under torture four years after his arrest, according to Orient News.
The military security branch raided the family’s home and arrested its five members returning from Turkey, according to Zaitoun Agency.
Jim Risch stressed that the international community should instead focus on accountability for Assad’s atrocities, according to North Press.
The Syrian Response Coordinators warned residents of opposition-held areas of the risk of cholera, according to Baladi News.
New protests are being staged in Suweida, cutting off traffic, according to North Press.
Raids near the Kurdish-held border town of Kobane targeted positions of the Syrian regime army, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia proposed organizing a meeting between the foreign ministers of Turkey and Syria.
The WHO expressed appreciation for what it receives in support and facilitation offered by the Syrian state, according to SANA.
Syria wants to transfer many central powers to the local administration, according to al-Watan.
Hezbollah decided to redeploy in Syria to help Damascus confront Israeli pressure, according to Nedaa Post.
The Heads of Turkey and Syria’s intelligence agencies have recently met in Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
ISIS sleeper cells are preparing a new generation of militants to eventually try and set up a second caliphate, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Smuggled phones are much cheaper than those imported through companies licensed by the regime, according to Enab Baladi.
A video circulating showed two German policemen violently storming the home of a Syrian refugee family in Berlin, according to Syria TV.
These meetings occurred on the sidelines of an education summit in New York, according to SANA.
A Kurdish official feared the rapprochement would be invested against the SDF’s Autonomous Administration, according to Baladi News.
Hezbollah is trying to smuggle GPS devices that allow factories in Syria to turn “dumb” missiles into “precision” ones, according to Syria TV.
The opposition in northern Syria fears the acceleration of the rapprochement steps between Ankara and Damascus, according to Athr Press.
From salt rooms to brutal torture in Aleppo prisons, atrocities committed by the Syrian regime have made headlines this week.
An Iraqi child was kidnapped, raped, and killed, in the town of Ras al-Ain, according to Baladi News.
China on Wednesday called for improvement in the cross-line delivery of humanitarian aid in Syria, according to SANA.
Syria, Russia, Belarus, Myanmar, Afghanistan and Venezuela will not be invited to the funeral, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Bassam Sabbagh said that security and stability in Syria are only possible if the west stops its intervention in domestic affairs, according to SANA.
Hamas issued a statement stressing its intention to build and develop “solid relations” with the Syrian regime, according to Enab Baladi.
UNHCR confirmed that it does not engage in or encourage illegal travel from Turkey to Europe, according to Athr Press.
The SDC called for ending the Syrian tragedy and finding a sustainable solution via an intra-Syrian dialogue, according to North Press.
Meslet was commenting on the participation of the Assad regime in the UN Global Congress of Victims of Terrorism, according to the SOC Media Department.
Foreign Minister Mekdad received Wednesday credentials of the new UNDP representative, according to SANA.
Jordan has imposed taxes on Syrian trucks that are more than double the amount levied by Syria on Jordanian trucks, according to Sham FM.
The convoy consisted of four military armoured vehicles of the U.S., according to SANA.
The Ministry called on citizens to follow public health procedures and behaviours, according to SANA.
The First Syrian American Congress for the National Charter was held on September 9-10, 2022, in Washington, D.C.
A delegation of businessmen, accompanied by several Syrian opposition officials, toured the cities of Afrin, al-Bab and al-Rai, according to Athr Press.
The owner of Indomie announced he would shut off operations permanently, then backed off, according to al-Modon.
A meeting between the EU and the UNCHR representatives was held in Damascus, according to North Press.
Travellers say there is an agreement between the army and smugglers, according to al-Souria Net.
The participants called for a free, democratic Syria built on the principle of equal citizenship and the rule of law.
Boutros Morjaneh said Turkey should “end its occupation of Syrian territory and stop its support for terrorist groups,” according to Athr Press.
Sweden’s policies are already anti-immigration, but the rise of the far-right might make them even more so, according to al-Hal Net.
An opposition cadre denounced the threatening language of Lebanon’s Maronite Patriarch Bechara al-Rahi on Syrian refugees, according to the SOC Media Department.
The HTS reaffirmed that its laws protect the work of journalists, according to Baladi News.
Two persons active in financing ISIS sleeper cells were arrested in the SDF operation, according to North Press.
Syria abstains from responding to Israeli aggressions because it is focused on the “liberation” of Idleb and the Northeast, according to al-Watan.
The General Organization of Syrian Civil Aviation denied the rerun of Turkish civil aviation in the Syrian skies, according to SANA.
The caravan included about 200 people carrying their luggage and on their way to the borders with Turkey, according to Baladi News.
More footage from Syrian prisons expose cruel torture methods used by the regime, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria TV says several parents have refrained from sending some of their children to school,
Jaafari reiterated Syria’s keenness to work with the UN and its agencies, reaffirming its positive role in defending international law, according to SANA.
The Lebanese Hezbollah announced the arrest of cells in the Syrian army dealing with the Mossad, according to al-Hal Net.
Femicide in Syria is not a crime confined to a specific region, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
ISIS described the operation as “revenge” for ISIS family members in the al-Hol Camp, according to North Press.
The SDF’s dealings with the Kurdish National Council as coming in compliance with American orders, according to al-Watan.
Syrian investigative reports indicate that at least 15 large factories in Syria produce Captagon, according to Baladi News.
Germany has asserted that Syrians have not been brought peace by Russian-sponsored “settlement” agreements, according to Nedaa Post.
Joseph Daher says the Syrian government’s main concern seems to be the manipulation of the national curriculum, in an op-ed to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The SOHR issued a report on narcotic manufacturing in areas under Iran-backed militias’ influence in Deir-ez-Zor, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The “Caravan of Light” campaign was launched by Syrian refugees in Turkey to migrate towards Europe, according to Athr Press.
A local source told North Press that the government forces set up a new mobile checkpoint close to Jassim.
Prime Minister Hussein Arnous chaired a meeting on the reorientation of subsidies, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian Health Ministry on Saturday reported 16 cholera cases in the northern city of Aleppo, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The bonds will cover 600 billion Syrian pounds from more than 4 400 billion Syrian pounds in deficit, according to Iqtissad.
For the second time in just a week, Israel targeted the Aleppo International Airport last Tuesday. A message to Bashar al-Assad?
The regime announced the opening of the first center for settling the situation of wanted people from Idleb, according to al-Modon.
The head of the Aleppo city council said the building was illegally built and had weak foundations, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Traders comprise about 25% of all prison inmates in Hama, according to Athr Press.
The protesters blocked the roads to protest the arrest by the military police of ten young men, according to Enab Baladi.
Faisal al-Mekdad, received Thursday a copy of the credentials of Andre Santos as the ambassador of Brazil to Syria, according to SANA.
Unidentified gunmen assassinated Fadi Majed al-Saad, a former member of the Free Syrian Army, according to Baladi News.
Elders and leaders have failed to reach an agreement with Assad regime officers to end the escalation in the town of Jassim, according to Shaam Network.
The SDF said the drills were aimed at supporting security, stability, and the final elimination of ISIS, according to al-Souria Net.
Intelligence Online reported that Hakan Fidan and Ali Mamlouk have met again under Russian auspices, according to al-Modon.
Israel discovered that Syria was building a nuclear reactor in the deserts of Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
The AANES said it could not attend sessions to discuss the political solution in Syria due to the “Turkish veto,” according to North Press.
The Official SANA News Agency reported a new Israeli strike on the Aleppo International Airport Tuesday night.
Bouthaina Shaaban discussed cooperation with an Italian delegation from the Venice Association for Italian-Arab Friendship, according to SANA.
The “East 2022” operation included more than 2,000 foreign soldiers, according to SANA.
The U.S. strategy is currently focused on not leaving any vacuum in the Middle East that China may benefit from, according to Athr Press.
The course graduated 400 military officers from HTS and other factions, according to Syria TV.
The operation was conducted by the SDF in cooperation with the U.S.-led Global Coalition, according to North Press.
Few clips online show the amount of destruction left by the regime in Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
A mission from the University of La Sapienza wants to resume excavation works in Ebla, which stopped in 2010, according to Syria TV.
Faisal al-Mekdad said the issue of Syria’s return to the League must “not be simplified,” according to Athr Press.
The Russian Defense Ministry accused “terrorist groups” affiliated with Turkey are excavating antiques in the occupied Afrin, according to SANA.
As the Syrian government delays the delivery of heating oil to families, they resort to burning wood, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Pedersen briefed the UN Security Council on the Syrian issue on August 29th, according to North Press.
The Iranian foreign ministry reaffirmed that Iran is only present in Syria in an “advisory capacity,” according to Shaam Network.
A record number of Druze in the Golan are quietly moving towards becoming Israelis, according to al-Souria Net.
The governor has asked the AANES not to prevent students from pursuing education in regime schools, according to Enab Baladi.
There are 9,147 basic education schools accommodating about 3,035,882 male and female students, according to SANA.
Hezbollah is reinforcing its positions near the city of Zabadani, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The artifact was found by “armed terrorist groups” to be smuggled and sold outside Syria, according to SANA.
Representatives meeting in Geneva underlined the importance of advancing with the political process.
Photos and videos showed military groups cutting down trees in the woods of the town of Sharan, near Lake Medanki, according to Syria TV.
The Queen Najd company will work in citrus trade, distribution, and entry into tenders and auctions, according to Athr Press.
Masto al-Omar is one of the founders of the Free Syrian Army, according to Orient News.
Nikolas Granger also met the Department of Foreign Relations of the AANES, according to North Press.
Mekdad said Israel was “playing with fire” and that Syria won’t remain silent, according to SANA.
Al-Watan is accusing Germany of using Syrian labour to support its economy and supporting terrorism in Syria.
The regime is responsible for most of these arrests, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian Parliament stressed its attachment to the One China policy, according to SANA.
The Syrian Center for Media and Freedom of Expression said it was a victory for the efforts of the survivor and the families of the victims, according to Shaam Network.
The U.S. opposes any transfer of Kurdish-led areas to the control of the regime, according to al-Watan.
Qatar called for the full implementation of Security Council resolution 2254 to resolve the crisis in Syria, according to Syria TV.
Lavrov and his Iranian counterpart affirmed the necessity to find a political solution to the crisis in Syria, according to SANA.
Turkey is mostly pre-occupied by the positions of the Kurdish-led People’s protection units, according to North Press.
The local Baath Newspaper said that after the “time of abundance”, comes the time of “begging” for France, according to Snack Syrian.
HTS is inviting Idleb’s Christians to return to their areas and properties, according to Syria TV.
Local markets are witnessing significant price increases for basic foods, according to Shaam Network.
Pedersen expressed concern about “disturbing signs of military escalation in several locations across Syria,” according to al-Souria Net.
Syria has accused western countries of politicizing humanitarian aid, according to SANA.
Jonathan Hargreaves, the UK Special Representative for Syria, said western countries cannot turn a blind eye to the regime’s atrocities, in an op-ed to Asharq al-Awsat.
A local source told North Press that unknown gunmen attacked and killed Issam Muhammad al-Zoubi.
These direct and indirect losses are estimated at 107.1 billion dollars, according to SANA.
The hardships facing the grains sector include power cuts, high maintenance costs, scarcity of fuel, and the transportation fees, according to Sham FM.
There is a shortage of medicines in public hospitals due to the interruption of some drug groups and a few existing ones, according to Iqtissad.
42 officers in Assad’s forces were killed during the past four months alone, according to al-Souria Net.
Doha and Washington are pushing against the return of Syria to the Arab League, according to Athr Press.
Erdogan wants to deprive his opponents of the Syrian refugees card, according to al-Watan.
The Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS hailed and announced support to the al-Hol operation, according to North Press.
An op-ed by Joseph Daher, author and teacher at the University of Lausanne, about the recent Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The UAE is a major trade partner of Syria, ranking first among arab countries, according to SANA.
Fares Shebahi said he could not understand why there was no official Syrian action in this regard, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The system was brought back to Russia to strengthen its defence, according to al-Souria Net.
The Asayih discovered there were Sharia courts inside the camp to impose penalties, according to North Press.
The tribes had violent clashes with militants loyal to the U.S. military tasked with protecting the field, according to Hashtag Syria.
Stuck between high prices and low wages, Syrians all around the country are worried about their children’s return to school, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria stresses the need to respect the rights of all state parties to peacefully use nuclear energy, according to the Syria Times.
One Jordanian soldier sustained injuries during the operation, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
An Israeli airstrike Thursday on the Syrian city of Masyaf destroyed a warehouse containing more than 1,000 Iranian-made missiles, according to the Jerusalem Post.
Assad issued an administrative order that ends the military personnel retention of soldiers and sergeants as of October 1st, according to SANA.
War and economic crises have deeply affected the traditions in Syria, according to Syria TV.
Recent weeks in Syria have witnessed an escalation of violence between U.S. forces and militias backed by Iran.
The Syrian government wants to automate tax collection, an objective that some describe as “detached from reality,” according to Shaam Network.
The two sides stressed that there will no viable solution in Syria outside the UN resolutions, according to SOC Media Department.
Beijing could be waiting for the political situation in Syria to improve to boost bilateral economic ties, according to Athr Press.
Mekdad signed a memo of cooperation in political consultations between Syria and Abkhazia in Sukhumi, according to SANA.
The incident occurred in early July, and was exposed on Wednesday by a local newspaper, according to Snack Syrian.
The British Special Envoy for Syria said Israeli airstrikes against Iranian military posts are the only effective way to end the crisis, according to North Press.
Israel considers the presence of Iranian drones near its borders as a threat to its security, according to al-Modon.
The Syrian Brotherhood said the Assad regime is by nature a criminal genocidal regime, that does not accept reform nor partnership, according to Baladi News.
The circumstances of Abboud’s death were not disclosed, the regime only stating that he was killed in the Aleppo governorate, according to Baladi News.
The Turkish Foreign Minister met with the head of the Syrian coalition, Salem al-Meslet, according to Syria TV.
Iran said the attacks targeted “popular groups” that are not linked with it, according to Syria TV.
The two sides stressed the importance of maintaining political and diplomatic coordination between Syria and South Africa, according to SANA.
A military group announced Tuesday defecation from the Hamza Division, according to North Press.
The Syrian Trust is an umbrella that covers civil society organizations affiliated with Asma al-Assad.
Meslet met with the Commander of the Military Police Force, Colonel Ahmed al-Kurdi, according to the SOC Media Department.
Samer Wahoud was about to be deported back to Syria, according to al-Modon.
The Turkish Foreign Minister said that Syria must be cleared of terrorists, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Activists in Syria said that the draft decree of the unified law of trade unions contradicts the independence of unions, according to Al-Watan.
This is the second targeting of Russian forces during the month of August, according to Syrian Today.
Syria said France’s actions threaten peace and security in Africa, according to SANA.
Iran did not elaborate on the details of the killing of Officer Alijani in Syria, according to Orient Net.
During a visit to Moscow, Faisal al-Mekdad highlighted the importance of Syrian-Russian relations, according to SANA.
Defection has recently become a common phenomenon among the SNA factions, according to North Press.
The young boy was brutally assaulted by police personnel who accused him of theft, according to the SNHR.
Meslet said the anti-Turkish demonstrations that took place two weeks ago were the work of instigators.
Unknown assailants burned the headquarters of the Baath Party division in the town of al-Qarya, according to Baladi News.
Iran said it hopes to see the return of relations between Turkey and Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
As Turkey moves forward with negotiations with Assad, it will be critical to see how armed rebel factions respond, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Russian National Flag was raised in the Umayyad Square in Damascus, according to the Syria Times.
The SNA responded by shelling positions of both regime forces and the SDF, according to Syria TV.
Aser Heranci, Head of the Syria Support Youth Movement of the Spanish Communist Party, visited Damascus on top of a delegation, according to SANA.
The SDC called on the democratic opposition to unite and play its role, according to North Press.
Three UN officials expressed their deep concern about the ongoing hostilities in northern Syria, according to North Press.
A source at Daraa Police Command told SANA that the sticky explosive device was placed by unknown persons in a taxi.
The murderous regime has adopted the approach of terrorism, killing and destruction against the Syrian people, according to the SOC Media Department.
Asma al-Assad’s appetite for recovery projects contracts led donors to refrain from providing financial support, according to Syria TV.
The bloodshed comes against increased tensions pitting the SDF and Turkey, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The rapprochement will be discussed by Mekdad and Lavrov in Moscow, according to Athr Press.
The EU will not lift the sanctions imposed on the Syrian regime until the Assad regime carries out a credible political process, according to Baladi News.
The two bodies called on the international community to take strict measures to stop smuggling Syrian resources, according to the Syria Times.
Faisal al-Mekdad, the regime’s top diplomat, is visiting Moscow days after a meeting with Cavusoglu.
Ned Price stressed his country’s extensive and direct engagement with Syria “to try to get Austin home,” according to North Press.
The SV Konstantin appears to have reached the Syrian port of Tartous, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Arnous said Aleppo city is given full attention and great care from Assad, according to SANA.
The SDF said it led three operations against Turkish forces deployed on the border, killing seven, according to North Press.
These Statements by Hayati Yazici came as three Turkish military columns entered from the Jarablus border crossing with Syria.
This statement comes as statements by the Turkish FM backlashed among the Syrian opposition, according to North Press.
Most of the remittances sent to Syria come from the UAE, Iraq, and Turkey, according to Athr Press.
Damascus accused Washington of issuing misleading and illogical statements on Austin Tice, according to SANA.
Ahmed Taysir al-Issa was arrested by the regime despite being part of a “settlement” agreement, according to Nedaa Post.
Many of these YouTubers are Syrians who fled the Assad regime’s oppression, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
On average, 20% of the applications were rejected, according to Snack Syrian.
The entrance of regime forces came within the framework of the agreement reached by representatives of the city’s negotiating committee, according to al-Modon.
The minister of defense met his Russian counterpart on the sidelines of the 10th Moscow Conference on International Security, according to SANA.
Refugees are subjected to abuse by border guards in Turkey and Greece, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SDF has intensified its patrols and checkpoints on all axes in the vicinity of the field, according to Aram.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu said that “the Syrian opposition trusts Turkey,” according to Baladi News.
Lebanese and Syrian officials met in Syria on Monday to discuss a plan to deport 15,000 Syrian refugees, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The first shipment of grain to leave Ukraine under a wartime deal appears to have ended up in Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Ministry of Economy and Foreign Trade underscored the importance of the Iraqi market for Syrian export, according to the Syria Times.
One of the most prominent leaders of the ISIS terrorist organization was eliminated in Tafs, according to SANA.
Shaaban stressed that the One-China principle is internationally recognized and is in the interest of all Chinese people, according to the Syria Times.
Devlet Bahceli called the position of the Turkish Foreign Minister “constructive and realistic,” according to al-Souria Net.
The attack occurred hours after Israeli airstrikes on western and central Syria killed three soldiers, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria accused the French government of being a “full supporter of terrorism” and a “servile follower of U.S. policy,” according to the Syria Times.
Multiple Israeli aggressions targeted some points in Damascus countryside and Tartous, according to SANA.
A Turkish newspaper said that western countries offered to give opposition-held areas independence, according to Baladi News.
Once demand for foreign currencies goes back to normal, the price of the dollar in Syria will fall, according to al-Watan.
Damascus said it would not comment on the Turkish FM statements until they are coupled with actions.
A meeting was held in Minsk between Syrian and Belarussian diplomats, according to SANA.
Tehran and Damascus both strive seriously to reach a real economic and trade partnership, according to Athr Press.
The PYD said the opposition has become a bargaining tool for Turkey to compromise, according to North Press.
Those who oppose the deal will move to Idleb, according to North Press.
After clashes erupted with an opposition faction, government forces recorded casualties, including an officer, according to North Press.
The Sierra Leone-flagged Razoni set sail from Ukraine’s Odesa port on Aug. 1st, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An armed opposition group said it “refused any convergence with the Syrian regime”.
On the tenth anniversary of Austin Tice’s abduction, Biden called on the Syrian government to help secure his release, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A statement by the Syrian Opposition cautioned against any rapprochement with Damascus, according to North Press
Fewer Syrians want to cross illegally into Turkey, due to anti-immigration policies, according to Syria TV.
The leader of the PJAK, an Iranian Kurdish group, was killed by Turkey, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The cargo of the two tankers amounted to about 13,000 tons of crude oil, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Turkish intelligence, in cooperation with the security forces of the Syrian National Army, was able to arrest Ali al-Najjar, according to Baladi News.
The top diplomats of Syria and Oman stressed their refusal of foreign interference in Arab matters, according to SANA.
More than 50 suicides were recorded this year in opposition-held Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Ahrar al-Sharqiya faction withdrew its members from the joint checkpoints as they fear a rapprochement between Ankara and Damascus, according to North Press.
Local fighters in Tafs managed to damage a T55 tank and a military bulldozer of Assad’s forces, according to al-Souria Net.
Regional conflict between the Hama and Aleppo branches is complicating the election, according to al-Modon.
The decision includes doctors, dentists and chemists, according to the Syria Times.
An official said the visit demonstrates the EU’s continued and strong commitment to helping Syrians in need, according to Baladi News.
Al-Iraqi detonated an explosive belt he was wearing after being surrounded by former fighters of the Free Syrian Army, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The attack struck near a hospital in Qamishli, killing four as they dug trenches near Turkey’s border, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Despite bombings, a full-scale invasion by Turkey of Nothern Syria is yet to be seen.
Turkish media already published news indicating the possibility of a Turkish-Syrian rapprochement, according to Athr Press.
Officials could not provide a “convincing answer” explaining the disappearance of sugar, according to al-Watan.
The majority of the Zaatari camp’s residents still want to return to Syria in the future, but economic sanctions make it more difficult, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SOC said that the Syrian people in their entirety stand with their Palestinian brothers.
Arrested four days ago, Younis is a media activist from Homs and a member of the Union of Syrian Media, according to al-Souria Net.
Pro-regime supporters have posted criticism of Hamas and described it as treacherous, according to al-Modon.
Many fires erupted in separate areas of northwestern Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Laith al-Baaous, son of the founder of the Men of Dignity Movement in Suweida, met a Russian delegation on Sunday, according to al-Souria Net.
The Ahrar Hauran Gathering reported that a delegation member listened to the elders’ complaints, according to Baladi News.
Mekdad’s diplomatic activity was centred around the Israeli aggression on Palestine, according to the Syria Times.
Since 2011, EU officials have never visited areas under Syrian regime control, according to SANA.
The Deputy Foreign and Expatriates Minister said Syria would not need humanitarian aid if it wasn’t for the war, according to SANA.
The minister said the government is constantly seeking to raise salaries, according to Sham FM.
Salem al-Meslet said the residents of al-Rukban live between fear of thirst and fear of the regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
This measure proves the Syrian regime’s unwillingness to follow up the work of the Constitutional Committee, according to al-Modon.
Accused of being close to Moscow, Jamous denied that there were objections to his election by opposition factions, according to Nidaa al-Watan.
The Intelligence Division had issued a decision to change the officer in charge of the Military Security branch in Suweida, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia insists that actions that could jeopardize Syria’s territorial integrity should be avoided, according to North Press.
Bouthaina Shaaban accused the U.S. of shielding Israel from accountability for its crimes, according to SANA.
The government announced the price of subsidized gasoline was raised for the fifth time in less than two years, according to Athr Press.
The SDF said it has nothing to do with the arrest of journalists, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has condemned the increasing pressure on the al-Rukban camp’s residents.
Committee members said they made this decision having tried to promote the region’s best interests, according to al-Souria Net.
This was the sixth convoy of this kind since the first such entry occurred last year, according to Baladi News.
Sabbagh said Israel’s nuclear program poses a threat to regional peace and stability, according to SANA.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Sochi on August 5th, according to North Press.
The ship began unloading its cargo as scheduled after it was detained by the Tripoli Port Authority, according to SANA.
Both sides stressed the importance of further efforts to promote political settlement, according to SANA.
The SDF claims it wants to “organize the work of journalists and media professionals,” according to Enab Baladi.
Accused of fighting with the SDF, the young man had been kidnapped by ISIS the day before, according to Shaam Network.
The opposition parties are reportedly still discussing the matter, according to Syria TV.
Four militants of Iranian-backed militias were killed, and five others were injured, according to North Press.
The HTS has been trying to distance itself from al-Qaeda, according to Athr Press.
A dispute opposed Polat Can, right hand of Mazloum Abdi, with the leaders of the PKK, according to Syria TV.
The spokesperson for the Future Syria Party said that the future Syrian constitution should recognize the AANES and its armed forces, according to North Press.
1,942 people had been deported from Turkey to Syria in June, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian Ambassador to Algeria affirmed the support of the embassy to the council, according to SANA.
The opposition criticized Algiers’ insistence on inviting the regime of Bashar al-Assad, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria doubled the value of government bonds issued compared with the 2020 fiscal year, according to Shaam.
A government official said bakeries have all the inputs they need to guarantee a smooth supply of bread, according to al-Watan.
Most of the suicides occurred in the Aleppo governorate, according to Baladi News.
504 attacks were recorded across the “liberated areas” in the same period, according to the SOC Media Department.
The journalists were attacked while covering a protest organized by the medical staff in al-Bab al-Jadeed Hospital, according to North Press.
Thirteen families left the camp, along with five young men and two children, in July, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria condemned with the strongest terms the U.S. unprecedented provocative action towards China, according to SANA.
Turkey said it is only seeking to “combat terrorism” in neighbouring countries, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Opposition circles received the Turkish Foreign Minister’s remarks with much apprehension, according to Athr Press.
Ahrar Horan Gathering reported that farmers in Tafs had lost hundreds of millions of pounds because of the regime’s policies, according to al-Modon.
HTS and the opposition factions operating in its control area are preparing for a new military operation against the government, according to North Press.
The scene reminded some of the humiliation of Assad, when he was prevented from following Putin, according to Syria TV.
This year’s wheat harvest hardly meets the needs of residents in Northeast Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Arrested by the SDF’s intelligence, the 16 professionals were accused of espionage, according to al-Hal Net.
Assad saluted the armed forces, “the source of chivalry, sacrifice, and unlimited giving,” according to the Syria Times.
Syria and Iraq could exchange musical and heritage troupes, book fairs, plastic art, theatrical and cinematic performances, according to SANA.
Tebboune pointed out that Syria’s participation remains a subject for discussion between Arab countries, according to SHAM FM.
Police in al-Bab arrested a young man for criticizing Turkey’s statements about supporting the Assad regime in fighting terrorism, according to Baladi News.
Damascus Governorate Police Commander Major General Hussein Jumaa was arrested with 15 other officers, according to Nedaa Post.
The Agriculture ministers of Syria, Lebanon, Jordan and Iraq also agreed to boost commercial exchange, according to SANA.
The U.S. Homeland Security has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for eligible Syrians living there.
A group of 100 French lawmakers urged the UN Security Council to impose a no-fly zone on northern Syria, according to North Press.
Economist Younis al-Karim said that decision was a step through which the Syrian regime seeks to privatize state institutions, according to al-Modon.
The general mood in Suweida breathed a sigh of relief after the uprooting of the Falhout gang, according to Shaam Network.
Jordan encouraged the voluntary return of Syrian refugees to their home country, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The whereabouts of Raji Falhout, a regime security official, remain unknown after the Men of Dignity took his home.
Eyewitnesses told North Press that the convoy included 14 trucks loaded with aid by the WFP.
Bashar al-Assad has awarded Feng Biao, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Syria, the Order of Merit, according to al-Watan.
The Minister of Agriculture and Agrarian Reform Mohammed Hassan Qatana was visiting Beirut, according to SANA.
Four Autonomous Administration’s Internal Security Forces members were killed by a Turkish drone targeting their car in the Ain Issa area, according to al-Modon.
340 fires had been reported in camps for displaced people in Syria in 2022, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Revolutionary Commandos receive ongoing military training from U.S. forces, according to Baladi News.
The Men of Dignity movement also said it seized a drug manufacturing facility in the house of a military intelligence officer.
A mass grave containing more than ten bodies was found on Wednesday in the city of Manbij, northern Syria, according to North Press.
Zanoon called on her social media accounts for more bombings of Syrian cities by the Syrian army, according to al-Modon.
Many IDPs living in camps are widows or disabled, which means they cannot pay rent, according to al-Souria Net.
The General Command of the Army affirmed that Syria is fully prepared to confront any possible aggression by the “Turkish regime”, according to SANA.
The discussions focused on the issue of detainees and the need to step up cooperation to maintain pressure on Russia and the Assad regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
The Governor of Hassakeh said that the practices of the “U.S. and Turkish occupation” reflect negatively and directly on the lives of the people, according to al-Watan.
The local council in the al-Rukban camp has made several appeals to international organizations, according to the SOC Media Department.
Algeria will try to find a consensus about the return of Syria to the League in the upcoming meeting of Arab foreign ministers in Cairo, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Israel says the implementation of the air defence system did not impact coordination with Russia, according to Syria TV.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Maidani is the second Emirati hospital in Syria, according to Athr Press.
After Europe stopped taking Syrian asylum seekers, countries in Africa and Asia have emerged as alternatives, according to al-Hal Net.
Economic actors say that a 10,000 Syrian pounds bill would facilitate commercial operations, according to al-Iqtissad.
Hospital bed occupancy rate is within minimum limits in all Syrian provinces, according to SANA.
Nabeel al-Abdullah, known as Russia’s “loyal man” in the region, was injured as a result of the attack, according to al-Souria Net.
The Jordanian King has said that Amman wants good relations with Iran, according to Arab News.
The agreement increased the regime’s oil intake, mainly used for its military forces, Baladi News.
A senior Arab league official has said that Syria’s return is possible, but not very soon, according to North Press.
The HTS is preparing a new military operation against the Syrian government, according to North Press.
Turkish forces escalated their air attacks in areas under the control of the SDF, according to al-Modon.
Assad reaffirmed the depth of the relations between Syria and Algeria, according to SANA.
Under the new amendment, Syrian citizens who have been Turkish citizens since 2011 have to review the Palestine branch, according to Enab Baladi.
Burned for “sectarian reasons”, the mosque is one the of oldest in Aleppo, according to the SOC Media Department.
Opposition sources said the regime’s media coverage of the incident was not accurate, according to al-Modon.
Due to a Turkish air strike, the SDF’s deputy commander and three fighters died in the eastern Syrian city of Hassakeh, according to Baladi News.
A delegation from the Kurdish Autonomous Administration visited Damascus, according to al-Watan.
Turkey has failed to convince the international community to launch a military operation on northern Syria, according to North Press.
Up to 24,743 civilians have been allegedly killed by Russian and/or Syrian regime action, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The attack also caused material damage, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Health Ministry called on citizens not to circulate rumours and false information, according to the Syria Times.
Three soldiers were killed and seven others were injured as a result of the midnight attack, according to SANA.
Turkey says it is still attached to its planned military operation against the SDF.
King Abdullah said that the decline in Russia’s role in Syria has also led to the resurgence of ISIS, according to al-Souria Net.
Two new governors were appointed in the Hassakeh and Hama governorates, according to al-Watan.
Three police officers were killed, and two others were wounded when their vehicle was targeted by unknown individuals, according to SANA.
Israel believes that a Turkish incursion in northern Syria would benefit Iran in the long run, according to North Press.
Regime-controlled areas need about 2.2 million tons of wheat per year, according to Enab Baladi.
Lebanon says it can no longer welcome the more than one million refugees living on its soil, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The grant aims at rehabilitating Syria’s communication network that was “destroyed by terrorists”, according to al-Watan.
Syria says it applied the principle of reciprocity with Ukraine, whose government has been hostile since 2018, according to SANA.
Julani wants to appear as a tolerant leader in front of the international community, according to al-Modon.
Erdogan said his country “is determined to eradicate the hotbeds of terrorism in Syria,” according to Syria TV.
The CENTCOM commander reiterated the U.S. opposition to any potential Turkish offensive against north and east Syria, according to North Press.
Faisal al-Mekdad was visiting Tehran on the sidelines of the summit between the presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey, according to the Syria Times.
Israel fears the Russian-Iranian rapprochement will hinder its military operations in Syria, according to Baladi News.
Syrian officials said that the country’s degrees have a very good reputation worldwide, according to al-Watan.
Signed by Ankara and Damascus in July 1998, the Adana agreement establishes security cooperation between the two parties, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The conference was held at UNESCO headquarters in Paris from 5th to 7th July 2022, with the participation of 180 states, according to SANA.
The former minister of economy Lamia Assi said that Syria is operating under a “managed float” system, according to Shaam Network.
Khamenei said that Iran considers the security of Turkey’s borders as its own, according to the Syria Times.
The SDF and its affiliates are ready to go to war if Turkey decides to invade areas in Syria’s north, according to North Press.
Turkish drones are targetting regime positions in Tal Rifaat, according to al-Modon.
Julani said he wants to build an Islamic society in the liberated areas, according to Syria TV.
The United States also sanctioned Sham Wings in 2016, according to al-Souria Net.
A Syrian-Palestinian was arrested in the Netherlands weeks ago after he was accused of crimes against humanity, according to Syria TV.
Mekdad visited Tehran ahead of a trilateral meeting between Erdogan, Raisi and Putin, according to al-Souria Net.
The Russian Minister of Defense said that 16 mortar attacks were monitored over the past 24 hours, according to SANA.
The boy was brought to Syria by an older family member when he was a child, according to al-Jazeera.
The regime has still not faced any accountability for its crimes against millions of Syrians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Officials at the ministry of Transport were unaware of the interruption in the activities of the Nassib crossing, according to al-Iqtissad.
Mohammad al-Saghir worked for the al-Ikhbariyah News Channel and was kidnapped by the QSD militia in 2019, according to SANA.
The regime is taking advantage of the SDF’s position to get more and more concessions, according to al-Modon.
An economist estimated that the unemployment rate in Syria is 85%, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Abdi said the U.S. efforts to prevent a Turkish operation in Northern Syria were insignificant, according to al-Watan.
Moscow wants to move the constitutional talks from Switzerland to another country, according to al-Souria Net.
PM Arnous met with the Brazilian ambassador to Damascus, according to SANA.
The leader of the HTS said the regime was suppressing Sunni Muslims in Syria, according to North Press.
The regime is targetting several villages in the de-escalation zone, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Michael Corella, commander of U.S. operations in the Middle East, visited the al-Tanf base on Saturday, according to Baladi News.
Exports to Jordan amounted to 2,000 tons, whereas imports rose to 1,000, according to the Syria Times.
Jackie Chan has previously expressed pro-Russia and pro-China viewpoints, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The bread crisis continues in areas under the control of the regime, according to Shaam Network.
The Lebanese newspaper al-Akhbar has refuted the claims of the regime about the release of thousands of detainees, according to al-Souria Net.
Around 15 raids were launched on the city of al-Boukamal, according to Baladi News.
The minister of Local administration met with the Mayor of Tehran to discuss cooperation, according to SANA.
Russia claims that HTS intends to carry out a false flag chemical attack in the Idleb governorate, according to North Press.
The regime remains however the biggest aggressor against children, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The SNHR said that two batches of 250 mercenaries left Syria for Libya, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
5 Russian citizens who raised funds under the guise of charity work to finance HTS were arrested, according to Sham FM.
Humanitarian organizations operating in Syria said that the decision to renew cross-border aid for only 6 months was an “impossible situation,” according to al-Souria Net.
Individuals close to Hezbollah were killed in various areas, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Towns in the countryside of al-Hassakeh are witnessing a wave of displacement in anticipation of a Turkish operation, according to SANA.
Maher al-Aqal was not ISIS’ leader in Syria, but an official during the group’s reign in Raqqa, according to Athr Press.
Ilham Ahmed said that the Turkish operation in NE Syria will be to ISIS’ advantage, according to North Press.
UN expert Richard Gowan said the war in Ukraine has “complicated negotiations on Syria this year”, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Erdogan says the operation in Northern Syria could begin any moment, according to North Press.
Pro-regime media is preparing the public for an increase in pharmaceutical prices, according to Shaam Network.
Many regional countries participated in the meeting, according to SANA.
Excerpts of an op-ed by Iyad al-Jaafari in al-Modon, in which he underlines the strong Iranian influence in Aleppo.
The U.S. Central Command said that the U.S. raid killed Maher al-Aqal in Afrin countryside, according to Shaam Network.
The spokesman of the SDF denied forming a joint operations room with the regime, according to Baladi News.
Rasha Fahmy Chamoun was lured by a colleague and arrested by the SDF, according to Athr Press.
Lebanon plans to repatriate up to 15,000 refugees per month as part of this plan, according to al-Souria Net.
Erdogan’s appeal came as diplomats at the UN failed to find a middle ground that could overcome a Russian veto, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The targeting resulted in the killing of two SDF fighters, while the attackers managed to flee, according to North Press.
Shaam Network has monitored the deaths of at least six soldiers of varying military ranks.
In the past few days, Turkey has brought military reinforcements to its troops deploying in Aleppo, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The group blamed the Syrian regime for the difficult economic situation and dire living conditions, according to Etihad.
Russia says the extension should not exceed 6 months, as opposed to western states that want it to continue for a year, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Saleh Muslim said the PYD “does not love war”, according to North Press.
Algeria expressed its readiness to activate cooperation between the two countries, according to SANA.
Lattakia City Council signed a contract with the Russian company Sinara Int to invest in tourism, according to Hashtag Syria.
The vicinity of the al-Tanf base was recently targeted by Russian forces in Syria, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian government is asking the SDF for concessions on the ground, according to al-Watan.
The law was issued due to the assistance provided by joining the Framework Agreement on the Establishment of the International Solar Energy Alliance, according to SANA.
An Israeli drone targeted a leader close to Lebanon’s Hezbollah in the town of Hader, according to al-Souria Net.
Salem al-Meslet stressed that the Syrian people are counting on their Arab brothers to end the tragedy in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
The Syrian and Cuban Foreign Ministers are visiting Algiers to participate in the 60th anniversary of Independence Day, according to SANA.
A Syrian diplomat said at an OPCW event that it was Russia’s right to defend itself against aggression, according to SANA.
Tel Aviv is aware of the project and is determined to stop Syria from acquiring an Iranian air defence network, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The delegation included a U.S. Senator and the Commander of the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, according to North Press.
Representative of the Global Coalition said that al-Hol camp is fertile ground for ISIS recruitment, according to Baladi News.
The regime was responsible for the largest share of these arrests, according to Baladi News.
The Tunisian General Labour Union has called on Saied to restore ties with Syria, according to Shaam Network.
The UN has rejected the plan by the Lebanese government, according to al-Souria Net.
Cairo has shifted its position towards Syria’s return to the Arab League, according to Baladi News.
The UK delivered this statement during the Universal Periodic Review Adoption for Syria.
The Syrian Islamic Council said it rejects the Iranian axis, but also normalization with Israel, according to Syria TV,
Russia called the Israeli attacks “unacceptable”, according to the Syria Times.
The regime in Syria could not survive the loss of captagon revenues, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Participants discussed the Russian efforts exerted for Syria’s future and international projects in various fields, according to SANA.
Idleb would go through a “health disaster” if cross-border aid is not extended, according to al-Souria Net.
Paulo Pinheiro recognized that national courts will be the ones taking the lead in terms of accountability, according to North Press.
Remittances to Syria are estimated at around $6 million per day, according to al-Watan.
Algeria has called for the return of Syria to the Arab League, according to al-Watan.
The conference was held in the al-Assad library of Damascus, according to the Syria Times.
Turkey is not satisfied with Moscow and Washington’s positions regarding its operation in Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
University dormitories are now public bodies that are financially and administratively independent, according to SANA.
Turkish forces pushed new military reinforcements into the northern Aleppo countryside, according to Baladi News.
The Lebanese Minister of the Displaced said there was a difference between refugees and displaced persons, according to Athr Press.
Shaam news network monitored the deaths of several members of regime militias.
In April, Turkey deported 1.323 Syrian refugees, according to the North Press.
Ankara said there was “no need to hurry” a military operation in Northern Syria, according to Arab News.
Syria is one of the countries that consume fertilizers from Belarus, despite sanctions, according to SANA.
Syria did not participate in the consultative meeting of Arab foreign ministers on Saturday in Beirut, according to Baladi News.
Shaaban praised the strong Palestinian popular will in the defence of the al-Aqsa mosque, according to the Syria Times.
The SNHR said that 15 civilians, including one woman, were killed by Syrian regime forces and Iranian militias, according to Sawt al-Asima.
The upward trajectory of UN relations with the Syrian regime continues, despite the latter being subject to strict Western sanctions, according to al-Modon.
The Interior Ministry has announced that the ratio of foreign nationals to the overall number of Turkish people must not exceed 20%, according to North Press.
Iran will do its utmost to prevent a Turkish “military operation” in Syrian territory, according to al-Watan.
Turkey, Finland and Sweden have signed a memorandum “that addresses Turkey’s concerns.”
Dr. Mohammed al-Imadi was a Syrian technocrat and economist He died on Wednesday according to al-Watan.
The attack happened just south of the opposition-held town of Afrin, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
In 2018, Syria also recognized South Ossetia and Abkhazia, prompting Georgia to cut ties, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
On June 29th Syria received the second batch of 100 commuter buses donated by China, according to al-Watan.
A Qatari diplomat stressed the need to hold accountable all those responsible for human rights violations in Syria, according to al-Modon.
Sabbagh said some countries’ blind bias in favour of Israel was exposed, according to SANA.
The investigation identified European countries importing phosphates, like Italy, Bulgaria, Spain, and Poland, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria recognized Wednesday the independence and sovereignty of the Lugansk People’s Republic and the Donetsk People’s Republic, according to SANA.
The petition warned of a new wave of refugees toward Western Europe, according to North Press.
The UN called on all countries to repatriate their citizens from al-Hol, according to Sham FM.
On June 27th, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan renewed his threats to invade northern Syria, according to North Press.
Regime cronies are seizing the oil and selling it in the black market for profit, according to al-Iqtissad.
The regime arrested a 26-year-old student three days after her return to Syria from Lebanon in order to sit for exams.
Syrians are leaving both Syria and Turkey to find a safe place to live in Europe, according to Syria TV.
The mechanism falls within the humanitarian context, and should not be confused with criminal accountability or the course of justice, according to Baladi News.
The strike came shortly before midnight on Monday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Brigadier General Joreige noted that Syria is an active member of all international offices and bodies specialized in combating drugs, according to al-Watan.
UN Human Rights Office revealed on Tuesday a new toll of civilian deaths during years of war in Syria, according to North Press.
In a statement, 32 political parties demanded that Syrians inside and outside Syria act for stopping the Turkish military escalation, according to North Press.
Syrians for Truth and Justice has documented the exploitation and control of UN humanitarian aid by the Syrian regime, according to Enab Baladi.
The attack is the deadliest since the start of a series of assassinations in the area, according to al-Modon.
Syrian officials discussed cooperation with their Iranian counterparts in the field of media, according to SANA.
Iran-backed militias continue to arrest Syrian fighters who refuse to fight with them, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Suicide rates have recently increased significantly in Idleb and Aleppo countryside, according to Syria TV.
Attacks against the SDF have multiplied recently, according to North Press.
Russia has been trying to prove its military presence in Syria since the beginning of the war on Ukraine, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The U.S. is trying to make concessions to Iran to bring it back to the negotiations table, according to Baladi News.
Turkish presidential spokesman Ibrahim Kalin said lines of communication exist between Turkish and Syrian intelligence open periodically, according to Syrian Telegraph.
The Assad regime participated in an international conference hosted by the UAE on cooperation in the fight against drug trafficking, according to Shaam Network.
Russia claimed the U.S. is training agents in al-Tanf to attack civilians in Syria, according to al-Watan.
An AANES official demanded that support is provided to improve the security and humanitarian conditions inside prisons and camps, according to North Press.
The Syrian student, who lives in the Netherlands, is described as confident and fully aware of what she wanted, according to Snack Syrian.
The Jordanian government estimates the number of Syrians on its soil at about 1.3 million refugees, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Kuwaiti authorities have seized a large quantity of drugs in the possession of a Syrian resident, according to al-Souria Net.
A Syrian cargo ship had crossed the Bosphorus from Ukraine, according to Enab Baladi.
The Ministry has cancelled the records of those Syrians living on Turkish territory because they were not present at their nominated addresses, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A group of Turkish men killed a Syrian textile worker in Istanbul, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The agreement is a breach in the wall of the regime’s isolation.
Bahrain announced it would re-establish ties with the regime in 2018.
Lavrov reiterated Russia’s stance on resolving the crisis in Syria in accordance with UN Resolution 2254, according to SANA.
Over the past months, thousands of asylum seekers have arrived in the Netherlands from several countries, according to Shaam Network.
Many Syrian figures encourage an intra-Syrian rapprochement, according to North Press.
The “new relationship” between Hamas and Damascus will be built on punctual interests, according to al-Hal Net.
The minister of local administration said that unilateral coercive measures imposed on Syria prevent the return of the displaced, according to SANA.
On Tuesday, a new Iranian oil tanker arrived on the coast of Baniyas, according to al-Souria Net.
All travel tickets booked as of Thursday are now valid and flights will resume normally, according to the Syria Times.
One million Syrian students study in Turkish schools, according to Syria TV.
The VP of the Opposition Coalition, Ruba Habboush stressed the importance of the presence of women in the path of transitional justice, according to the SOC Media Department.
The signatories to the petition requested that Turkey abandons “the war and destruction path”, North Press reports.
A report by the Jusoor Center for Studies sheds light on the agreement that Lebanon announced with Syria and Egypt, according to Shaam Network.
The Belgian federal prosecutor’s office said this was the second repatriation operation of that kind, according to North Press.
The Lebanese Minister of Energy thanked Syria for the facilities provided to secure the mutual benefit of the two countries, according to SANA.
A group of Syrian activists and civil society figures called on Turkey to abandon its planned invasion and engage in dialogue.
The authorities claim that the concerned individuals have been “missing”, according to al-Souria Net.
Iran is recruiting young men from Northeast Syria, according to Arabi 21.
An MOU could soon be signed between the two countries, according to The Syria Times.
Mekdad stressed that Syria wants to build strong and constructive relations with its Arab brothers, according to al-Watan.
Demonstrators gathered on a street in the main city refusing to allow HTS forces and vehicles into the area, according to Enab Baladi.
An attack on a bus in northern Syria on Monday killed 13 people and wounded 3, according to SANA.
The loans target entrepreneurs in the industrial, commercial, service, tourism, educational and agricultural sectors, according to Athr Press.
Nagib Mikati said Lebanon, facing a complex financial crisis, cannot welcome Syrian refugees anymore, according to Syria TV.
Bogdanov claimed once again that Geneva could no longer be the meeting of the Constitutional Committee, according to the Syria Times.
The Prime Minister told Al-Watan that he guarantees the removal of all obstacles and the resolution of problems facing investors.
Asia Abdullah and Saleh Muslim were elected as co-chairs of the party at the conference, according to North Press.
The Institute for Strategic Dialogue identified a network that spread disinformation on Syria to more than 1,8 million followers, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
HTS said that it followed the internal fighting that had taken place as a result of wrong decisions made by the Leadership of the Levant Front, according to Baladi News.
The former U.S. Secretary of State said that the U.S. did not take Iran’s threats of war seriously, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SNHR reported that 228,893 civilians were killed in the Syrian civil war from March 2011, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria and UN organizations signed the strategic framework document for the years 2022 and 2024, according to SANA.
At the Arab-Turkish Business Summit, held in Gaziantep, local companies promoted investment in northwestern Syria for the first time, according to al-Souria Net.
Saarland announced its intention to facilitate the process of granting German citizenship to foreigners, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Lavrentiev said Moscow is trying to persuade the Kurds to settle with Damascus, according to al-Watan.
A child died as a result of clashes between the Third Corps and groups affiliated with Ahrar al-Sham, according to Baladi News.
Russia used the Syrian file to send political messages related to Syria itself, but also the war in Ukraine. A look at what the press said.
The statement renewed “the commitment to advance the political settlement process under the leadership and ownership of Syria,” according to the Syria Times.
The delegation briefed President Assad on the situation in the Donbas region, according to SANA.
The U.S. does not want the Syrian parties to unite in the face of Turkey’s threats, according to al-Watan.
The airport is not entirely prepared for such traffic, according to Hashtag Syria.
The International coalition arrested the Wali of Raqqa in Jarablus, according to al-Souria Net.
Zuhair Muhammed said Iran continues to strengthen its influence in Syria amid total international inaction, according to the SOC Media Department.
Officials from Syria and Russia held a series of meetings to discuss further means to boost cooperation in different areas, according to SANA.
As it toured Damascus in recent weeks, Asharq Al-Awsat learned that immigration preoccupied the people the most, especially the youth.
It took 6 hours for a driver to fill his car on Tuesday, according to Athr Press.
The UN SG has reiterated his readiness to help member states solve their disputes peacefully, according to al-Watan.
Subjected to pressure from the Syrian government, the UN is trying to satisfy all parties, according to al-Modon.
The “Humanitarian Relief Organization” (IYD) mourned Amer Alfin, the director of its office in the city of Al-Bab, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Russian diplomat said Moscow will do all it can to avoid “complications” in Syria, according to SANA.
The Daraa governorate continues to witness killing operations by unknown parties, according to North Press.
An EU diplomat said Turkey’s security concerns should not be addressed military, according to Syria TV.
A meeting between European diplomats in Cyprus on Syria left many questions unanswered, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
In a report, the Syrian Network for Human Rights documented the release of 539 detainees from Syrian prisons, according to Baladi News.
Meetings between Russian and Syrian officials were held to discuss the return of refugees, but also cooperation in education, according to SANA.
The threat came days after Israel bombed and completely disrupted the Damascus International Airport, according to Elaph.
These are the first tankers to reach the country as part of the new credit line between Iran and Syria, according to al-Watan.
According to the confidential source, who spoke to Al-Hal Net, the new coalition member “has links to Turkish intelligence.”
The Education Minister discussed with the Chinese Ambassador to Damascus ways to strengthen educational cooperation, according to Hashtag Syria.
The statement denounced the Turkish regime’s evasion and reluctance to fulfill its commitments under the Astana and Sochi processes, according to SANA.
Iran is trying to change the demographic makeup of Syria by transferring families of Shiite fighters, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
So far, six children have disappeared in Damascus’ countryside during June, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia was informed of the details of the attack, according to North Press.
According to Baladi News, the prisoner exchange was backed by a Turkish-Russian guarantee.
The AANES called on Damascus and Baghdad to pressure Ankara into respecting the terms of the Euphrates River Agreement, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The fighting broke out between the Ahrar al-Sharqiya faction and the Mu’tasim Division, according to North Press.
Meslet spoke of the latest developments in the political process and the eighth session of the Constitutional Committee, according to the SOC Media Department.
Sources stated that hospitals in Damascus received patients with severe injuries following the explosion, according to Baladi News.
Maher al-Assad is seen by Russia as too close to Iran, according to al-Modon.
The PM instructed the workers to take all measures that can facilitate and simplify the procedures for the arrival and departure of travellers, the Syria Times.
Several figures loyal to the Assad regime criticized the Israeli raids on Damascus International Airport, according to Shaam Network.
The issue of refugees might significantly impact the upcoming elections, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Jamous defected from the Syrian regime when the uprising began, according to Syria TV.
Despite unchanging frontlines, the Turkish operation in northeast Syria could be imminent.
Assad told Russia Today that he does not exclude direct military confrontation with Turkey, according to SANA.
A regime defector, testifying before the U.S. Senate, said that Assad and Putin are still committing terrible war crimes in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Mekdad expressed Syria’s keenness to maintain the best relations with Bahrain and all Arab countries, according to SANA.
Enab Baladi says Russia exaggerates the number of soldiers it keeps in Syria.
Clashes between the military security and the “anti-terrorism force” led to the killing of Samer al-Hakim, according to al-Souria Net.
Media outlets in Turkey expect the operation to begin next week, according to Baladi News.
The municipality of Dekwaneh has detained Syrian refugees arbitrarily and confiscated their documents, according to al-Modon.
Syria discusses cooperation with Algeria and North Korea, conducts military drills with Russia. Here are yesterday’s headlines from pro-government media.
A group of lawyers are challenging the UK’s decision to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, according to Enab Baladi.
According to al-Modon, by blacklisting the Katerji company, Saudi Arabia has demonstrated that it is not ready to normalize ties with the regime.
A study showed that Syrian migrants are particularly at risk of depression, according to al-Souria Net.
As a Turkish operation in northern Syria looms, the Ankara-backed opposition is also preparing itself, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An energy expert claims the regime exaggerated the positive impact the new gas well would have on the electricity supply, according to al-Iqtissad.
Ned Price said any aggression on Syria by Turkey could result in “costly setbacks” in the fight against ISIS, according to North Press.
The regime, the SDF and the opposition arrested one journalist each, according to Shaam Network.
Ambassador Gómez called for exchanging visits between parliamentarians in both countries in order to deepen bilateral relations, according to SANA.
Mustafa also met with a delegation from the Syrian community in Chicago, according to al-Souria Net.
The regime has intentionally destroyed traditional economic sectors in Lattakia in order to push young men to join the army, according to Syria TV.
Ankara says it must act because Washington and Moscow broke promises to push the YPG 30 km from its borders, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
SANA reports that only material damages were reported following an Israeli aggression near Damascus.
Farid Saadoun said that Erdogan was unable to launch a large-scale invasion, according to al-Watan.
Syria has led two rounds of talks with Russia and Iran on health sector issues, according to SANA.
So far, Erdogan was not able to move the frontlines in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Shop owners are requesting annual rent in US dollars instead of the Syrian pound, putting tenants in a bad situation, according to Syria TV.
Russia has revived several economic projects, especially in the field of transports, according to al-Hal Net.
Three civilians, including two children, were wounded after a car bomb detonated in Azaz, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A UN diplomat called on all countries to follow in the footsteps of Iraq and repatriate their nationals, according to North Press.
Early on Monday, a 21-year-old Syrian man named Sherif Khaled al-Ahmad was killed in Istanbul’s Bagcilar district, according to Syria TV.
International organizations that pay stipends to the displaced Syrians should stop paying them in Lebanon, according to Athr Press.
The report stresses that the Syrian regime has not fulfilled any of its obligations in any of the international treaties, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
The talks discussed constitutional principles, including preserving and strengthening state institutions, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria said it is working to fulfill its obligations related to international humanitarian law, according to SANA.
Families of the victims can submit a report containing all information about them to the German International Police Agency specialized in war crimes, according to Enab Baladi.
Protests were held in Afrin and other towns against the price of electricity, according to al-Souria Net.
The SDF would coordinate with Syrian government troops to fend off any Turkish invasion, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iranian militias fear the start of the Turkish military operation in northern Syria, according to Baladi News.
A local group affiliated with the Syrian regime’s military intelligence branch kidnapped several officers, police, and security personnel, according to al-Modon.
Turkey has promised to root out “terrorists” from Northeast Syria, as part of its military operation in the Northeast, despite U.S. pressure.
Civilians were harmed after an ammunition and weapons depot exploded in Babska, according to Baladi News. SANA presents a different story.
Dealers in Deir-ez-Zor, east Syria, expressed their hope that the U.S. decision to allow companies to invest in northeast Syria will improve the economic situation, according to North Press.
The U.S. said it opposes anything that might jeopardize efforts to keep ISIS at bay, according to al-Souria Net.
The UN has directly supported the rehabilitation and restoration of public facilities and landmarks in regime control areas, according to Shaam News Agency.
The regime’s Ministry of Agriculture prices a kilo of wheat for this season at 1,700 Syrian pounds, according to Iqtissad.
United Against Sectarian Intolerance aims to combat sectarian and racial strife in all its forms, according to Enab Baladi.
An Iranian minister received on Tuesday a delegation of Syrian businessmen, according to SANA.
Experts claim the CBS statistics are inaccurate, according to al-Watan.
Lavrov said Russia and Bahrain have a common position on Syria’s return to the Arab League, according to al-Watan.
The measures which include assets freeze and travel bans are now targeting 289 persons and 70 entities, according to North Press.
Turkish forces shelled Wednesday villages in the southeastern countryside of Kobani, northern Syria, with heavy artillery, according to North Press.
Child labour is the biggest concern in displaced person camps, according to the report, according to Baladi News.
The reinforcements come as Turkey prepares a new military operation in Northeast Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Jordan said it thwarted an attempt to smuggle weapons and ammunition from Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding on environmental protection, according to SANA.
Some businessmen agreed to play secondary roles or pay royalties to the Syrian regime to ensure their survival, according to al-Modon.
The blockade on the camp was tightened by the Assad regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
Social media users posted a video showing an old Syrian woman being kicked in the face by a Turkish national, according to al-Souria Net.
Ilham Ahmed met with a regime general to unify the work to face a potential Turkish operation, according to al-Tareek.
The meetings are held in the participation of members of the “Small Group” responsible for the writing of the constitution, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria said it reserves the right to confront the “Turkish aggression” by all legitimate means, according to the Syria Times.
The MP considered that this decree will push Syrians living abroad to return, according to al-Watan.
Satellite images have shown a Russian ship allegedly carrying stolen grain from Ukraine arriving in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Pedersen met with the government and opposition co-Chairs, as well as with a delegation from civil society, according to North Press.
A new wave of displacement occurred after attacks by the “Turkish occupation”, according to SANA.
The regime has secretly arrested Amjad Youssef to avoid the exposure of other figures, according to Shaam Network.
Turkey postponed the operation in Northeast Syria as a result of pressure from Russia and the U.S., according to North Press.
The minister reaffirmed Syria’s support for the liberation of the Falkland Islands from “British colonialism”, according to SANA.
Turkish forces fired two shells in areas between the villages of Umm Hawsh and al-Wahshiya, according to North Press.
The attacks destroyed ammunition and equipment, Sham FM.
Syria is witnessing an unprecedented shortage in medical staff because of the crisis, according to Iqtissad.
Russian and U.S. occupation planes sent warnings to the Erdogan regime with regard to the operation in Syria, according to al-Watan.
The SOC’s political committee decided to select Badr Jamous to head the Syrian Negotiations Commission, according to the SOC Media Department.
The AANES called for peacekeeping forces on the borders separating the areas it runs from those held by Turkish forces, according to North Press.
Turkey has informed the Syrian National Army factions that it has postponed the planned military operation in northern Syria, according to BALADI NEWS.
Erdogan is hoping to defuse the anger in Turkey related to the presence of millions of refugees.
Ayman al-Khalil, a fighter in the National defence forces, was reportedly threatened by pro-Iranian militias, according to North Press.
Syria called for the immediate withdrawal of U.S. forces, according to the Syria Times.
Vasily Nebenzia accused the U.S. of expanding its illegal trade of Syrian grain and oil, according to SANA.
Werberg stressed Washington’s commitment to Syria’s territorial integrity, according to Syria TV.
The First Lady underlined the importance of supporting the environment needed for the development of small innovative projects, according to SANA.
Busy with its war in Ukraine, Russia is withdrawing gradually from Syria, according to Baladi News.
Al-Watan expects that any Turkish operation in Syria would be limited in scale, focusing on a narrow strip of land.
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An economist said that food security in Syria is highly threatened, according to Majesty News.
Jordan is hoping to attract more investors from Syria, by offering them residency and other facilities, according to al-Hal Net.
Syria said it retains the right to respond to any aggression by the Turkish regime, according to SANA.
On Wednesday, pro-Assad news outlets mourned the death of Brigadier-General Nashwan al-Saad, according to the Shaam News Network.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman al-Safadi has called for a greater Arab role in finding a lasting political solution in Syria, according to BALADI NEWS.
Tribal infighting between two factions of the SNA occurred in Turkish-controlled Ras al-Ain, according to North Press.
A Syrian MP called Erdogan’s plan “illegal”, claiming that Russia, Iran, and China will stand next to Syria, according to al-Watan.
The warnings followed an unprecedented campaign by Greek border guards against migrants, according to SY-24.
The SDF insists on rehabilitating the Lafarge plant to produce 3 million tons of black cement by next month, according to al-Watan.
Around 20 people have been arrested in a crackdown on drug traffickers in northern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Dutch police arrested a 34-year-old man suspected of committing war crimes as a member of a pro-government militia, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The last round of Astana-format talks was held last December, according to SANA.
Muhammad Khair al-Akkam wants to exempt anything below 100,000 Syrian pounds from taxes, according to Hashtag Syria.
President Bashar al-Assad received Catholicos Aram I Keshishian, pastor of the Armenian Church, according to the Syria Times.
Ammar Youssef expected the poverty rate to exceed 90 percent in Syria, according to Shaam Network.
The agriculture of grapes in southern Syria has declined during the past years, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria called on the international community not to bargain with Turkey on the territory of other countries, according to al-Watan.
Ilham Ahmed called for a special status for ethnic minorities in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Protesters ended the sit-in in al-Bab that started after the release of Mohammed al-Mustafa, according to Baladi News.
Ties between the PKK and the Regime intelligence were never cut, according to Syria TV.
The Third Sharia Judge in Damascus, Khaled Jendiyya, said that divorces and polygamous marriages are on the rise in Syria, according to North Press.
Four killed at Jordan-Syria border, Israeli strike near Damascus and Russian diplomat threatens to shut cross-border aid. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Yezidis Council of Syria issued a statement condemning the abduction and recruitment of minor children by PYD militias, according to Zaitoun Agency.
Syria sent a new ambassador to Oman, according to SANA.
The latest Israel attacks on Syria had additional significance, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey could block the accession of Sweden and Finland to NATO if doesn’t get the organization to protect a safe zone in Syria, according to the New Arab.
Syria and the EU country have discussed means to develop and strengthen bilateral relations in various fields, according to the Syria Times.
The Autonomous Administration set the price of wheat 100 Syrian pounds higher than the price set by the Assad government, according to al-Souria Net.
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Pedersen welcomed President Assad’s general amnesty that frees thousands of Syrians convicted on terrorism charges, according to North Press.
Hezbollah began setting up specialized laboratories to manufacture Captagon in Suweida, according to Baladi News.
Major pro-syrian figures were defeated in the Lebanese elections, mostly by candidates affiliated with the uprising.
Talks between Turkey and Russia are ongoing, according to al-Souria Net.
Mekdad affirmed Syria’s keenness to strengthen joint Arab action, according to SANA.
King Abdullah II warned that Iran and its proxies may fill a vacuum left by Russia in southern Syria, according to North Press.
Amal Ezzo, a leading figure in the Baath Party, is working as a humanitarian worker in Germany, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights said that the Syrian regime monopolizes the constitutional court in a dictatorial fashion, according to the Shaam Network.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan confirmed his regime’s insistence on implementing a plan to transfer Syrian refugees to northern Syria, according to al-Watan.
The Ministry of Defense of the interim government has issued a decision to form a commission of inquiry on the release of a regime official, according to SNA.
Mekdad expressed his disapproval of the western countries’ politicization of humanitarian aid for political goals, according to the Syria Times.
Demonstrations were held in al-Bab against the release of a former Fourth Division military person, according to Enab Baladi.
The so-called amnesty that the Assad regime has recently issued is no more than a ruse, according to the SOC Media Department.
Undisciplined forces in the Syrian regime’s army and security services are supporting drug traffickers, Jordan said, according to Syria TV.
Syrians for Truth and Justice revealed that hundreds of Syrian mercenaries have been transferred to fight alongside Russian forces in Donbas, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Geir Pedersen arrives in Damascus on Saturday for a two-day visit during which he will meet with Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad has called on Arab and International Foreign ministers to deal with the Syrian government in a responsible, serious and neutral manner, according to SANA.
The forensic medical department of the regime reported that 38 abandoned children were registered since the beginning of this year, according to Shaam Network.
Diseases such as leishmaniasis, tuberculosis, and measles have returned to northern Syria, causing panic in camps, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Daraa recorded two assassination attempts in one day, according to al-Modon.
President Bashar al-Assad met Tuesday a Mauritanian parliamentary delegation to discuss Arabism, according to SANA.
Several residents of the Suweida governorate in southern Syria condemned the entry of a Russian military police forces patrol, according to SY-24.
Khaled Moussa, head of the Damascus Countryside Doctors Syndicate, revealed that there are medical specialties that are at risk of disappearing in Syria, according to Snack Syrian.
Zaman al-Wasl obtained information proving the arrival of Shawkat Saleh al-Ali to Europe, despite being accused of war crimes.
The U.S. decision to lift sanctions on northern Syria had a large impact on businessmen in regime areas, according to al-Hal net.
The SDF announced on Monday the arrest of five members of ISIS, according to North Press.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights stated that the Syrian regime has released 476 people in accordance with the last amnesty decree, according to Shaam Network.
As Moscow is busy in Ukraine, Tehran is ready to seize the opportunity in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The cousin of Bashar al-Assad and former bodyguard and his father’s died aged more than 70, according to Annas News.
On Monday, an initial count recorded that two explosions had killed two people and injured two more in the town of al-Darkhabiya in Rural Damascus, according to Baladi News.
Assad received on Monday members of the General Secretariat of the Union of Palestinian Communities and Organizations in Europe, according to SANA.
A little more than 6 billion dollars were allocated for Syrians inside and outside Syria.
Figures close to the regime might take advantage of Saad Hariri’s withdrawal from politics.
Ambassador Hussam al-Din Ala denounced the treatment of the people of Donbas, according to the Syria Times.
Lavrov said Oman and Russia shared a “common vision… on many international issues”, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Mekdad, received on Thursday Abdel Hakim al-Waer, Assistant Director-General of the FAO of the United Nations, according to SANA.
Ten devices from the Israeli company will be installed to solve the water crisis for the Syrian people, according to Syria TV.
Two Swedish women and three children from ISIS families were handed over to the Swedish delegation, according to North Press.
Four members of the SDF were accused of facilitating the escape of 27 ISIS members, according to Athr Press.
The U.S. will allow foreign investment in northeastern Syria under the control of the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Baladi News.
The opposition reaffirmed its commitment to a political solution in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
The naturalization of dozens of Syrians in Turkey was delayed, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria has stressed that confronting global terrorism requires true international cooperation, according to the Syria Times.
Dan Stoinescu said that the EU’s policy towards the Assad regime is consistent, according to Syria TV.
The Israeli enemy has targeted the vicinity of Hader town in Quneitra’s northern countryside, causing only material damage, according to SANA.
Seventeen Syrian humanitarian, human rights and civil society organizations called for an independent investigation into the Tadamon massacre, according to Baladi News.
Turkey’s government has dealt with hostility on the subject of refugees from many sides, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The U.S. will consider changes in policies and actions of the Syrian government in determining whether to continue or terminate this national emergency, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Victory Party did not meet the requirements to run in the elections, according to al-Souria Net.
The SDF conducted a successful operation against an ISIS member in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
The Brussels conference ended with countries pledging more than $6 billion to areas beyond Syrian state control and countries hosting Syrian refugees, according to Athr Press.
Remarks by Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield at the Brussels VI Conference: “Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region”. As delivered.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield announced the United States is providing nearly $808 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the Syria crisis response.
Unidentified masked individuals attacked the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) in the al-Hol camp, according to North Press.
The HTS killed at least 15 regime members in the southwestern countryside of Idleb, according to al-Modon.
The two sides discussed enhancing cooperation between Syria and the WHO with the aim of supporting the country in providing healthcare to citizens, according to the Syria Times.
Geir Pedersen said that the “amnesty” issued by regime president Bashar al-Assad is a “positive and important development”, according to Baladi News.
Since 2012, Iran started issuing official directives to open credit lines to Syria, as part of its support for the Syrian regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria affirmed its support and interest in the initiatives offered by the People’s Republic of China on the international level, according to SANA.
Haitham Rahma said that Assad released a few hundred detainees out of hundreds of thousands, according to the SOC Media Department.
Assad told the head of the ICRC that it was important to create appropriate conditions for the return of refugees, according to SANA.
Association of Detainees and Missing Persons of Sednaya Prison revealed that 117 detainees had been released from the Sednaya prison, according to Baladi News.
Iranian forces are replacing Russian soldiers as they withdraw from their positions to fight in Ukraine, according to al-Souria Net.
Arnous addressed efforts to develop short, medium, and long-term recovery plans for the national economy, according to al-Watan.
The body showed signs of torture, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria accused the west of politicizing humanitarian aid by imposing political conditions, according to the Syria Times.
Turkey’s plan to repatriate a million Syrians to safe zones in the North is but a “media bubble”, according to North Press.
Fighting between fighters close to Russia and Iran, students in Syria threatened by aid cuts, and rainstorms wreak havoc in camps. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The regime has been under fire in eastern Syria for the last few weeks, according to al-Modon.
Khamenei said Syria gained the respect of the world after it resisted the war against it, according to al-Jazeera.
In 2016, the AANES conducted a general census in all areas it held in northeast Syria, according to North Press.
Russia and Syria were not invited to the conference, according to al-Watan.
Some factions of the SNA, led by Abu Amsha’s Suleiman Shah, might join and merge with HTS, according to al-Hal Net.
Uğur Ümit Üngör, who uncovered the Tadamon Massacre with his colleague, told the Syrian Observer that he witnessed the discontent of the Syrian people back in 2006.
The amnesty decision was issued after the video of the Tadamon massacre was leaked.
U.S. President Joe Biden has pledged to reach out directly to the Syrian government to seek the return of American journalist Austin Tice, according to Hashtag Syria.
Busy with its war in Ukraine, Russia’s influence in Syria is decreasing, according to al-Hal Net.
A human rights activist described the Syrian regime’s amnesty as a major deception, since it only concerns a small fraction of detainees, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Wheat must be priced in order to pay farmers to deliver each grain of wheat, according to Syria Steps.
In 2020, annual inflation for overall goods reached 163.1 percent compared with 2019, according to al-Watan.
Russia affirms that Israel supports neo-nazi groups in Ukraine, according to SANA.
Syria TV camera monitored the gathering of thousands of Syrians under the President’s Bridge in the center of Damascus.
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced, Wednesday, the killing of a soldier in a rocket attack in northern Aleppo, according to North Press.
Bahra hinted that the opposition might withdraw from the political process, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Meslet pointed to the need to confront Iran’s malicious, sectarian schemes in the region, according to the SOC Media Department.
President Bashar al-Assad received cables of congratulations from the heads of several Arab and foreign countries, according to SANA.
An informed source has uncovered the identities of 3 victims of the Tadamon massacre from one family, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian regime is trying to decrease the influence of Russia, according to Iyad al-Jaafari in al-Tareek.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights has issued its annual report on the most prominent violations against media professionals in Syria, according to Baladi News.
Germany’s top court said Tuesday that it has rejected the appeal of a former member of Syria’s secret police, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan has unveiled a new project in several parts of northern Syria, which will allow the return of one million Syrian refugees, according to al-Souria Net.
Syrians welcomed the first days of Eid al-Fitr this year as the crisis wreaks-havoc in the war-torn country, according to Snack Syrian.
Russia not invited to EU conference on Syria, Minister promises solution to fuel crisis, and regime soldiers injured in various locations. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Bashar al-Assad appointed Major Gen. Abdel Karim Mahmoud Ibrahim as chief of the General Staff, after four years of vacancy, according to al-Souria Net.
An informed source from Homs spoke to al-Souria Net about the release of 150 detainees from Sednaya Military Prison.
The opposition hopes the international community will react sharply to the leaked videos, according to Baladi News.
President Bashar al-Assad issued Legislative Decree No. 7 granting a general amnesty for terrorist crimes committed by Syrians, according to al-Watan.
The Guardian Reporter Martin Chulov said that the video had the capability to stoke interest in what is happening in Syria, according to North Press.
Mekdad and Abdollahian exchanged congratulations on the phone on the occasion of Eid-el Fitr, according to SANA.
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The SDF lost several of its members as ISIS tries to avenge its leader.
Russia condemned the Israeli attack that killed four soldiers and injured three others, according to SANA.
The Russians don’t seem too keen at the moment to send Syrian fighters to Ukraine, Danny Makki reports for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The director of al-Mouwasat University Hospital in Damascus, Issam al-Amin, announced that the hospital had recorded only three suspected cases of COVID-19, according to Sawt al-Asima.
The UAE has called for addressing security challenges and de-escalation in Syria to make progress in the country’s political process, according to Hashtag Syria.
Washington’s special envoy to Syria reiterated his strong support for the efforts of Geir Pedersen, according to Syria TV.
Major-General Ali Mahmoud Abbas is Syria’s fifth defence minister since the outbreak of the revolution in 2011, according to Syria TV.
ISIS Sleeper cells attacked an SDF official and other civil servants during Iftar, according to North Press.
Footage depicting a horrific massacre in Tadamon, a suburb of Damascus in Syria, shows the killing of 41 people, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Mehdi Dakhlallah said the Baath Party ruled Syria for 40 years because the people support it, according to Shaam Network.
Nebenzia said that political conditions imposed by donors hinder the reconstruction of Syria and cause suffering to its people, according to the Syria Times.
Abu Abdo Tahun, a leader of the Turkish-backed Faylaq al-Rahman faction, survived an IED planted in his car, according to North Press.
Jabhat al-Nusra is trying to raise a fully ideological generation through its school programs, according to al-Watan.
Relief associations are providing rotten food to civilians in camps, which sparked the anger of the Response Coordinators, according to Shaam Network.
Syria condemned the blatant Israeli aggression on the vicinity of Damascus at dawn on Wednesday, according to SANA.
Pedersen said the conflict in Syria gives rise to threats to international peace and security, according to North Press.
The Education Committee of the Civil Class Council has dismissed several teachers who staged peaceful demonstrations, according to Baladi News.
Several members of the SDF were killed in two separate attacks by ISIS fighters in northwestern Raqqa governorate, according to al-Modon.
Andrei Kortunov, the Director-General of the Russian Council of International Affairs, said the decision won’t impact Russia, according to al-Watan.
Syria reaffirmed its firm commitment to its right to return the whole Golan, occupied by Israel since 1967, according to SANA.
Syria accused “unilateral coercive measures” of impeding its growth towards sustainable development, according to the Syria Times.
Turkey is planning to transfer refugees to residential compounds it built in the areas it controls, according to al-Modon.
A year ahead of the Turkish presidential elections, all parties want to appear uncompromising on the issue of Syrian refugees, according to North Press.
The severity of the penalty increases if the members do not know each others, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Lice spreads in Damascus schools, Syria denies talks with Erdogan, and Kobani under attack. Catch up on what happened this holiday.
The Syrian government and the opposition coalition are competing over the share of hajj pilgrims given to Syria by Saudi Arabia.
The businessman is creating a Syrian version of the Iraqi popular mobilization, according to Syria TV.
Busy with the war in Ukraine, the U.S. has put its plan to exclude areas under the control of the SDF and the opposition from sanctions on hold, according to al-Watan.
The SDF is sieging regime-controlled areas in Hassakeh, in response to “war crimes” against its areas, according to Baladi News.
Due to the central bank’s contractionary policies, the real estate market in Syria is expected to stagnate, according to al-Iqtissad.
A Syrian woman and her three children drowned after a boat transporting migrants from Tripoli sank, according to Shaam Network.
On Monday, the U.S. expressed its worries regarding the Turkish attacks targeting civilians in Kobani, according to North Press.
As the economic situation worsens in Syria, Assad is further tightening freedom of expression via the cybercrime law.
The grant by the Syrian regime can barely buy 1.5 kilos of meat in crisis-hit Damascus.
The U.S. Congress requested a detailed report about the wealth of the Assad family, that ought to be finalized next week, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Assad is set to benefit the most from the rapprochement with the UAE, according to al-Souria Net.
The Special Presidential Adviser to the Presidency said that Russia and China are standing up to a NATO-dominated world, according to al-Watan.
A spokesman for the Syrian Tribes and Clans Council revealed to Nedaa Post the distribution of U.S. bases in northeastern Syria.
The co-chair of the Syrian Democratic Council, Riyad Dirar, claimed the reshaping of the opposition coalition fits only the interests of Turkey, according to North Press.
The new cybercrime law by Assad violates both the constitution and international agreements, according to al-Hal Net.
A landmine of the Explosive Remnants of War (ERW) exploded in a military group affiliated with the government forces, according to North Press.
The Syrian embassy in Beirut denied allegations that it interfered in terms of politics and security in Lebanon’s next parliamentary elections, according to al-Watan.
Even parties that weren’t previously involved in anti-Syrians rhetoric are now calling for their deportation, according to al-Souria Net.
At a conference in Russia, the Syrian ambassador expressed gratitude for the Russian intervention in Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Economist Amer Shahda said that high prices in the local market do not make sense, according to SY-24.
It is still possible to resolve the Syrian civil war either via pressure, diplomacy or military power, according to Ibrahim Karatas for the Daily Sabah.
A governmental delegation headed by Prime Minister Hussein Arnous started a visit to the Deir-ez-Zor province, according to SANA.
Officials from the regime claimed the law would not affect freedom of expression, according to Shaam Network.
Through the new cybercrime law, the Assad regime “is closing the only window left to the Syrians to breath”.
The Group condemned these deliberate attacks against the civilian population, according to Shaam Network.
Pro-Iran fighters are controlling old Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The SDF, with the help of the International Coalition, arrested a local leader of ISIS in Hassakeh, according to North Press.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has reported clear points of disagreement with Turkey over the Syrian issue, according to al-Souria Net.
A pro-regime economic researcher estimated that the minimum wage should be 900,000 Syrian pounds, nearly 10 times higher than it is today, according to Shaam Network.
The Netherlands announced that more than 90% of Syrian refugees who applied for asylum in 2015 are now living in their own homes, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria reserves its right to hold the governments of the international coalition politically, morally, and legally responsible for the destruction of Raqqa, according to SANA.
The opposition interior minister has denied that the coalition was infiltrated by the Syrian regime, according to al-Modon.
U.S. confirms support for SDF, but hints at infiltration in eastern Syria base, while Israel strikes west of Damascus. Catch up on everything that happened over the holidays.
Clashes broke out between members of the Syrian National Army in Afrin city in the northern Aleppo countryside on Monday, according to Shaam Network.
Local sources told Syria TV that the goal of digging the trench is to reduce smuggling to and from the “liberated” areas of northern Syria.
Monthly quantities of lentils, chickpeas, rice, and bulgur wheat will be cut back in an already food insecure Syria, according to al-Jazeera.
As public transport slows down, Damascus is witnessing unprecedented congestion, according to Baladi News.
Syria is heading towards an imminent change in the cabinet, as the crisis worsens, according to Hashtag Syria.
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Attacks on the regime and its allies from various actors are multiplying.
A book by Fredric Hof recounts the details of peace talks between Israel and Syria in 2011, according to North Press.
Bilateral ties between Syria and the DPRK (North Korea) are an example for the world, according to SANA.
The regime is preparing public opinion for the complete lifting of subsidies, according to Syria TV.
The Turkish-Syrian meeting focused on security issues, according to sources in Turkey, al-Modon reports.
Monetary authorities raised interest rates to boost savings, as the national currency dives, according to al-Iqtissad.
Turkey and the SDF are taking advantage of Russia’s involvement in Ukraine to move in northeastern Syria, according to al-Watan.
Enab Baladi goes through a series of reform measures taken by the Syrian opposition coalition.
The oppression of Salafist figures by the HTS might lead to its collapse, according to al-Modon.
The opposition coalition confirmed that it only takes decisions following a majority vote, even on the reform of the SOC, according to its media department.
Residents of the Syrian village intercepted 4 U.S. military vehicles.
The regime considers Daraa as a ‘second class’ region and thus does not supply it with enough fuel, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
As charities leave northwestern Syria, children have to work hard and dangerous jobs, according to al-Watan.
As the Syrian Pound (SYP) continues its freefall, the Central Bank reviewed the official exchange rate.
The regime bombarded Idleb again after rebels killed a regime soldier, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
37 males and 8 females committed suicide so far this year in Syria, according to al-Watan.
the Ahrar Jabal al-Arab Gathering has pledged to stand with the people of Suweida against the regime, according to al-Modon.
President Bashar al-Assad received on Monday a delegation of Islamic clergymen in Damascus on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan, according to SANA.
Ramadan drummers who awaken the faithful for their pre-dawn meal are holding on in Damascus, despite hardship, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Secretary of the Baath Party in Daraa, Farid al-Amarin, assumed his position after the assassination of his predecessor, according to the Syria Times.
An unknown drone targeted an Iranian vehicle loaded with logistic supplies near the al-Quriyah town, according to North Press.
The Defense Minister of Israel said Assad must get away from Iran to be integrated in the region, according to Enab Baladi.
Oman has donated 100,000 tons of flour to Syria, while Russia refused to help, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Mohammed Nader al-Hammoud was beaten and forced to sign papers against his will, according to Enab Baladi.
The Syrian and Iranian Foreign and Expatriates Ministries condemned the Israeli missile aggression committed Saturday, according to SANA.
Denmark will repatriate 5 children of ISIS fighters, without their mothers, according to North Press.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Michelle Bachelet stressed the right of families of the missing in Syria to know the fate of their loved ones, according to SOC Media Department.
Al-Souria Net lists three Russian generals that participated in the operation in Syria and then died in Ukraine.
Ali al-Khalayleh said that the regime harmed Jordan on several occasions, according to Shaam Network.
Russia calls for end of U.S. impunity in Syria, attacks in Suweida, and strikes on Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A member of a pro-Iranian militia was killed and two others wounded near al-Boukamal, according to North Press.
In Syria, three out of five people suffer from food insecurity, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
An Iraqi official warned that the al-Hol camp in Syria must be dismantled to avoid the resurgence of ISIS, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Israel is targeting Iranian soldiers and facilities, according to al-Hal Net.
The head of the opposition Syrian National Coalition denied reports that Turkey intended to dialogue with the Syrian regime, according to SY-24.
Two pro-government snipers were killed in Syria, in both Idleb and Suweida, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. has allowed Turkey to occupy Ain Issa in exchange for cooperation on the Ukraine issue, according to al-Watan.
U.S. forces are training ISIS fighters to attack Syrian regime points, according to SANA.
As the crisis wreaks havoc in Syria, Syrians have to live through a difficult month of Ramadan.
Salem al-Meslet warned the international of Iran’s schemes in Syria, according to SOC Media Department.
Explosive remnants of Syria’s war killed nearly 30 civilians according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Arab Red Crescent received10 ambulance vehicles provided by the World Health Organization, according to the Syria Times.
2,000 people have passport applications approved every day in Syria, according to al-Watan.
Opposition members are accusing each others of being connected with the Syrian regime, according to North Press.
Two members of the Turkish-backed Glory Corps were killed as a result of infighting in Afrin, according to North Press.
Moscow considers that it lost control over Assad’s foreign relations after the outbreak of the Ukraine war, according to al-Souria Net.
Raghed Haroun, former medical director of Ibn Sina Mental Hospital, said that levels of depression have greatly increased, according to al-Hal Net.
Reverend George Rafik Hosh committed suicide in Lattakia after he was sidelined by the church, according to Enab Baladi.
Former Israeli ambassador to Egypt, Yitzhak Levanon, said that the stability of Syria contributes significantly to the stability of the Middle East, according to Syria TV.
The opposition National Army accused ISIS of the attack in Azaz, according to Baladi News.
Assad promised that intensive meetings with economic actors will be held to deal with the Ukraine crisis, according to Shaam Network.
The two injured were rushed to the al-Mujtahid Hospital, according to SANA.
The WFP dispatched food assistance for millions in Syria, according to North Press.
Meslet addressed a conference of opponents of the Iranian regime, according to the SOC Media Department.
A Syrian man accused of torturing captives while he was with ISIS was arrested in Germany, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Damascus excluded any rapprochement with Turkey, according to al-Watan.
An attack in Deir-ez-Zor killed a Syrian government fighter and wounded three others, according to North Press.
The Russian diplomat had a meeting on Monday with Arab ministers and the League Secretary-General, in which they discussed Syria, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition is witnessing an internal crisis following the “reforms” led by Salem al-Meslet, according to al-Hal Net.
Sami al-Khatib, VP of the Syrian-Iranian Chamber of Commerce, was dismissed after he criticized government decisions, according to Shaam Network.
An opposition figure called the siege of al-Rukban a “heinous crime”, according to the SOC Media Department.
Iranian forces now control a strategic military warehouse east of Homs, in central Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Inflation and the removal of subsidies are disturbing the Ramadan of millions of Syrians, according to North Press.
Activists in Europe are collecting evidence that proves the involvement of Assad in chemical attacks, according to Syria TV.
A UNICEF Envoy visited a number of schools in Syria, according to SANA.
In an interview with BBC Arabic, Luna al-Shibl said Syrians were trying to return the favor of Russia’s stance on Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
The opposition has accused the Assad regime of deliberately keeping mines in residential areas, according to the SOC Media Department.
Three men of Khoder Taher were arrested by the regime intelligence branch, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The regime shelled a village in Idleb, northern Syria, killing for minors, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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The law by Bashar al-Assad that criminalizes torture is a facade, but it is also an acknowledgment by the regime of its own brutality, according to Wael Sawah for al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Activists are filing lawsuits against Abu Amsha, the leader of the Sultan Suleiman Shah Division, in Europe, according to Enab Baladi.
The opposition Syrian National Coalition (SNC) dismissed 14 of its members as part of its reform plan, according to Syria TV.
The fate and whereabouts of at least 100 of these boys remain unknown after the Sinaa prison break, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria might call the private sector to the rescue following acute power cuts, according to Hashtag Syria.
The value of investments in Free Trade Zones across Syria has reached 365 million dollars, according to SANA.
As wheat production declines, Syrians prepare for a harsh month of Ramadan, according to al-Hal Net.
Areas under the control of the opposition SNA and HTS are experiencing a lot of security issues, according to North Press.
The PM of Syria discussed with an official from Iran the need to deepen economic ties and cooperation, according to the Syria Times.
Syria and Russia are working together to resist the effect of sanctions, according to al-Watan.
Germany said it has brought home 10 women and 27 children from a Syria camp where suspected members of the ISIS group have been held, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Many regime officers have recently died in various regions of Syria, according to Shaam News Network.
Syria has issued a law criminalizing torture, as tens of thousands of civilians remained disappeared in the Assad regime’s notorious jails, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A Swedish court has deemed Damascus safe for the return of persecuted refugees, according to al-Souria Net.
President Bashar al-Assad issued on Wednesday law Number 16 for 2022 that incriminates torture, according to SANA. A Watchdog estimates that 14,338 people in Syria were killed under torture by the Syrian regime.
Assad is increasing repression against online activists, imposing penalties of up to 7 years in prison, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria and Russia are both trying to end American hegemony on trade and finance, according to the Syria Times.
Attacks in Daraa are becoming more and more frequent, especially against regime figures, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria and Belarus discussed on Wednesday means of boosting bilateral relations and efforts exerted to enhance them in all fields, according to SANA.
The cause of the explosion in the Aleppo countryside remains unknown, according to North Press.
For the third time in 15 months, a convoy of WFP entered Idleb from areas controlled by the regime, according to Baladi News.
Russian soldiers stationed in Syria are being prepared for redeployment in Ukraine, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria participated in the World Energy Forum in Dubai, where it discussed renewable energies and climate change, according to SANA.
The Euphrates University is at the heart of a conflict between the regime and the SDF, according to Syria TV.
Doctors say they are receiving more and more demands from patients, according to Athr Press.
A fee of $200 per year applies to workers who are paid in foreign currency, according to Shaam Network.
The President of the Syrian Opposition met with the Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Emine Dzhaparova on the sidelines of the 20th Doha Forum, according to the SOC Media Department.
The secretary-general of the Arab League said there was no consensus yet on the return of Syria, according to Shaam Network.
The head of the Immigration Department of the Interior Ministry in Turkey claims 500,000 Syrians returned to safe areas in Syria, according to Baladi News.
Residents in Deir-ez-Zor have to maintain social stability despite the absence of a regular justice system, according to Enab Baladi.
Russia is trying to use the issue of cross-border humanitarian aid into Syria as a pressure card against the West for its war on Ukraine, according to al-Souria Net.
An integrated strategy was adopted to develop fisheries in Syria, targeting the production of 60,000 tons, according to SANA.
Jordan said it thwarted the trafficking of large amounts of narcotics coming from Syria, according to North Press.
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The Syrian opposition blamed the regime delegation for the failure of this round of constitutional talks, according to al-Jazeera.
Asharq al-Awsat revisits 4 days of Syrian constitutional talks in Geneva.
Prices in Syria are constantly increasing, as a result of the weakness of its local production, according to al-Eqtisad.
Two Turkish soldiers were injured following the targeting of the vehicle by regime forces, according to Enab Baladi.
Seven SDF leaders were involved in the smuggling of ISIS fighters, as well as the drug trade, according to al-Watan.
The striking teachers will continue their strike until all their demands are met, according to Baladi News.
Remittances are being channeled to benefit Syrian “crisis traders” who take advantage of the multiple exchange rates, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Statistics by the response coordinators group in Syria show the extent of poverty and hunger in the country, after 11 years of war, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The U.S.-led international coalition has conducted large military exercises with the SDF, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian regime president might visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt after the UAE.
The Opposition National Army said that rumors about it sending fighters to Ukraine were just a strategy to discredit it, according to al-Souria Net.
The Head of the Al-Sanamayn city council in the countryside of Daraa was killed as a result of shooting by unidentified gunmen, according to the Syria Times.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah set up a joint operations room in Homs’ countryside, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition said it was the only legitimate representative of the Syrian people, according to the SOC Media Department.
Assad’s visit added more tension to the already strained relations between the U.S and the UAE, according to North Press.
President Bashar al-Assad received on Wednesday the Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, according to SANA.
An Israeli website claims that after the UAE, Assad will visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt, according to al-Souria Net.
Members of Congress are accusing the U.S. President of reducing pressure on the regime in Syria, according to al-Modon.
Electricity in Afrin costs much more than it costs in Turkey, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian foreign ministry criticized the “U.S. occupation” plan to exclude areas in northern Syria from sanctions, according to SANA.
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The Internal Security Forces of North and East Syria said they seized a shipment of narcotic pills from a group “affiliated with Turkey”, according to North Press.
Opposition groups in Daraa are claiming that the U.S. is getting in touch with them, according to al-Modon.
The Foreign Minister of Iran Hossein Amir Abdollahian will visit Damascus on Wednesday, according to al-Souria Net.
More pro-regime fighters were killed by ISIS in the Syrian Badia, according to SY-24.
A delegation from the People’s assembly met with Indonesian parliamentarians, according to the Syria Times.
The visit of Assad to the UAE cannot be dissociated from global developments, according to North Press.
Tensions in Suweida are being defused, following clashes, according to Baladi News.
Elders in Deir-ez-Zor are calling for a greater role for the Arabs in the regions, according to Enab Baladi.
Hezbollah brought in more reinforcements to the Palmyra desert, following attacks by ISIS, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Asma al-Assad congratulated Syrian mothers on the occasion of mothers day, calling Syria the mother of civilizations, according to SANA.
Russia is reorganizing its forces in Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Al-Assad was welcomed in the UAE, his first visit to an Arab country since the beginning of the war in 2011, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed
Clashes between the intelligence services and drug smugglers occurred in Yalda, according to Sawt al-Asima.
As prices keep increasing, consumers in Syria have to give up on buying new clothes and footwear, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Assad is keeping up his attempts to ensure the loyalty of religious minorities, such as Christians, according to Enab Baladi.
Nabel al-Abdullah, the leader of the National Defense Militia in the Christian town of Suqaylabiyah, said he was ready to go fight in Ukraine, according to al-Souria Net.
Suhail al-Hassan, the commander of the pro-Russia Division 25 visited the fronts in Idleb, according to North Press.
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A survivors group has discovered the location of 5 mass graves in Syria, which could be used as evidence of war crimes.
U.S. reinforcements joined military bases in northeastern Syria, following an attack by Iran on Erbil, according to al-Souria Net.
Eu diplomacy said Syrians are the world’s largest displacement group, and are in need of assistance, according to North Press.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry said that States hostile to Syria can’t impose any conditions on its people, according to SANA.
Russia and the UAE stressed on the need for an international effort to rebuild Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Protesters expelled the Suweida governor from the region, which has witnessed renewed clashes, according to al-Modon.
The war in Ukraine will weaken Russia and its support to Assad in Syria, according to Adnan Ali in al-Souria Net.
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Three Iranian fighters were killed in an ambush by ISIS, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Abandoned newborns are becoming a frequent sight in Damascus, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Russia resumed its strikes on Idleb, as a warning to Turkey, according to al-Watan.
A Swedish delegation met with AANES official, confirmed its support to the Kurdish administration, according to North Press.
Statement by France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America on the occasion of the 11-year anniversary of the Syrian uprising.
Jim Risch said the strategic partners of the U.S. should not rehabilitate Assad, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Russian company Energostroy will build a gas power plant in Aleppo, according to Hashtag Syria.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights said the conflict killed 228,647 civilians, according to Baladi News.
Syria and Iran have discussed cooperation and efforts made to implement water projects, according to SANA.
Action Against Hunger warned of growing malnutrition in Syria.
The closure of the SOC offices in Ankara might be the result of an internal feud, or an attempt from Turkey to court Arab countries.
The U.S. discussed with the SDF and the SDC the political situation in Northeast Syria, according to Baladi News.
Russia has gathered 40,000 fighters from the Syrian army and its allies for its war on Ukraine, according to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian PM claims that Syria has enough wheat, at the National Progressive Front Conference, according to the Shaam News Agency.
Syrian businessmen presented a list of demands to the government, according to al-Watan.
Five members of Iran’s Sayyid al-Shuhada militia were killed in the Sukhna area of Homs governorate, according to Syria TV.
People took to the streets in northwestern Syria to celebrate the 11th anniversary of the Syrian Revolution, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Following the al-Sinaa attack, the SDF transferred over 1,000 ISIS detainees to another prison, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Pedersen announced that the Constitutional Committee would reconvene soon, according to North Press.
Ilham Ahmed, leader of the SDC, said the Syrians revolted against tyranny and centralization, according to North Press.
Five Syrians are running for the municipal elections in the Netherlands, according to Syria TV.
Russian media classified Syrian mercenaries fighting for Russia in Ukraine in three categories: Army veterans, Christian militiamen, and opposition fighters, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian opposition president called on the Arab League to push for a political transition in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
Sergey Lavrov said the international community should increase humanitarian aid and recovery projects in Syria, according to SANA.
The security situation in opposition-held northwestern Syria is deteriorating, with attackers and thugs leading factions, according to North Press.
After the attacks on Erbil, Iranian militias across Syria undertook redeployment and repositioning operations, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The activities of the 11th conference of the National Progressive Front were kicked off in Damascus, according to SANA.
Kilicdaroglu, the leader of the CHP, said that his party would work on improving Turkish Syrian and Turkish Egyptian relations, according to al-Watan.
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Statements by the former Qatari Prime Minister resulted in a crisis inside the Syrian opposition, according to al-Hal Net.
Russian media published a video of Russian military units patrolling the Syrian side of the Golan Heights, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iran said the bombardment of Erbil was a retaliation to the attack by Israel on its forces in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
After an ambush in the Syrian Badia, eight Syrian officers from Homs were killed, according to Shaam News Network.
The PYD cadre said the Syrian government’s attachment to centralization and the exclusivity of power impede a political solution, according to North Press.
The crisis in Ukraine increased further the cost of housing in Syria, according to Athr Press.
Samira Mubayed accused the Syrian opposition of deviating from the true demands of the revolution, according to North Press.
The Syrian government considered that the exclusion of the opposition and the SDF from Caesar sanctions would encourage them to secede, according to al-Watan.
The pro-Russian National Defense Militia is recruiting volunteers to fight in Ukraine with Russia.
The secular opposition activist died in exile in Spain, after suffering from cancer.
Bodies of Syrian mercenaries fighting alongside Russia were found in Ukraine, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights warned against the oppression of Syrian women, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Iran is behind the recent military adjustments in Syria by the regime, according to SY-24.
The director of the environment in Damascus Countryside said scavenging garbage has “nothing to do with poverty”, according to Athr Press.
Moscow and the U.S. consider that the two issues are separate, according to al-Watan.
The Arab States called for Turkey to withdraw from Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The crown princes of the UAE and Saudi Arabia refused to cooperate with Biden on oil supply, according to Athr Press.
Salem al-Meslet said Russia is trying to involve the Syrians in its crimes in Ukraine, according to the SOC Media Department.
The Syrian ambassador to Russia said that the decision of Ukraine to invite foreign fighters to join its army will turn it into a “European Idleb”, according to SANA.
As the Syrian currency depreciates due to the war in Ukraine, the regime wants to criminalize the “undermining of the state’s financial status”, according to al-Watan.
Iran called on the OPCW to respect the rights of Syria and warned against the politicization of the chemical watchdog, according to the Syria Times.
The HTS arrested a media activist along with his wife in Sarmada town north of Idleb, according to North Press.
Two Iranian soldiers died as a result of an Israeli attack in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Despite his supposed exile, Abu Amsha appeared in a meeting of top SNA officials, according to Shaam Network.
Unidentified assailants shot and killed Syrian activist and dissident Abdul Rahman Gawish in Stockholm, according to Shaam News.
The Foreign minister of Syria affirms that cooperation between ISIS and Israel is ongoing, according to Athr Press.
The Jordanian-Syria borders are used to smuggle drugs to the Kingdom, with the apparent knowledge of the Syrian regime, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
SANA claims that “hundreds of terrorists” from Jabhat al-Nusra left Syria for Ukraine with the help of Turkey.
Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad reaffirmed Syria’s support to Russia, according to SANA.
As the security situation in southern Syria keeps deteriorating, regime officials are resorting to extortion against Daraa traders, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian regime is studying the possibility of imposing a registration fee on students in public schools, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Leaders of the Syrian National Army are using the same abusive methods as the regime, according to al-Hal Net.
Russia asked the National Defense Militia to provide it with fighters for its war on Ukraine, according to Baladi News.
Fifteen soldiers died Sunday in an Islamic State group attack on an army bus in the central Syrian desert, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Unknown individuals targeted a military vehicle of the Syrian government forces with an explosive device in Daraa, according to North Press.
Military sources revealed to Sawt al-Asima, the positions targeted by the Israeli air force, at dawn on Monday, in the vicinity of Damascus, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Syrian Russian cooperation in education and research seems to be entering a new phase, according to SANA.
The Syrian opposition president said the Syrian people are familiar with the suffering in Ukraine, according to Shaam Network.
The U.S. is using Syria to send messages to Russia over its war in Ukraine, according to al-Hal Net.
Despite the negative economic repercussions, traders in Damascus are displaying their support for Putin in his war on Ukraine, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
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The Syrian regime and the opposition are accusing each other of sending fighters to Ukraine.
The Syrian opposition said Assad’s seat at the UN was illegitimate as he is a Russian puppet, according to North Press.
The economic consequences of the Russian-Ukrainian War will be felt all around Syria, according to Etihad Media.
Idleb and the de-escalation zone overall have witnessed a relative calm for the last weeks, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The currency in Syria tumbled in the last ten days following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, dropping by over 7 percent relative to the U.S. dollar, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Musib Salameh was arrested by the regime security forces, despite his position as a Shabih in Hama for years, according to Baladi News.
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Iran is moving inside Syria to try and consolidate its position.
Militias affiliated with Russia and Iran clashed, resulting in injuries, according to Baladi News
Clashes between the Syrian regime and the SDF occurred in al-Hassakeh, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria is closing its seaports due to bad weather conditions, according to SANA.
The Syrian journalists federation called the banning of Russian media from the EU a form of piracy, according to the Syria Times.
The Russian Reconciliation Center reported that 12 Syrian army soldiers were injured in the Idleb and Lattakia governorates in the last 24 hours, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian government has banned producers from exporting some products, in order to ensure Syrian food security, according to al-Watan.
As the west sanctions Russia, the Syrian pounds keep falling, pushing Syrians into a deeper crisis, according to Syria TV.
Iran supplied its allied militias in Syria with military equipment to fight ISIS, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Turkey and Jordan are working together to ensure a voluntary return of Syrians living in these countries, according to the Daily Sabah.
The Syrian opposition cannot launch an attack against the government, despite Russia being busy in Ukraine, according to North Press.
Faisal al-Mekdad warned of an arm’s race triggered by NATO and the U.S., according to SANA.
In February, the SNHR recorded at least 203 arbitrary arrests, including 13 children and 11 women, 126 of whom had been forcibly disappeared.
After the exile of Abu Amsha, Brigadier General Abdel Moneim Naasan was appointed to replace him, according to al-Souria Net.
The U.S. envoy under Trump noted said an integrated “road map” to impose a political solution in Syria was thwarted by Russia, according to Syria TV.
ISIS is reportedly trying to seize the al-Hol camp in northeast Syria, according to North Press.
A month after the assassination of al-Quraishi, ISIS still hasn’t appointed a new leader, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
President Bashar al-Assad received on Wednesday the Head of the Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq to discuss cooperation between the two countries, according to SANA.
Protests were held in the al-Izba town of Deir-ez-Zor to denounce the practices of the SDF, according to Baladi News.
Several reporters considered that Ukrainian refugees deserve more empathy from Europe than refugees from “Syria or Afghanistan”, according to the Shaam News Network.
A report by the Syrian Response Coordinators team showed great deprivation among IDPs in Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
The foreign minister of Syria, Faisal al-Mekdad, said the question of Human rights should not be used as a pretext to violate the sovereignty of other countries, according to SANA.
The Norwegian Refugee Council and the Syrian ministry education are deepening cooperation, according to the Syria Times.
A prominent shopping mall in Damascus caught fire at dawn, causing the death of at least 11 people, according to Baladi News.
Rifaat al-Assad’s return to Syria perpetuates the impunity of regime officials, 40 years after the Hama massacre, according to the Shaam News Network.
Officials from Iran and Syria met in Damascus and Tehran to discuss cooperation, according to SANA.
The Russian intervention in Syria was a demonstration of Putin’s capabilities, that he might reproduce in Ukraine, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A woman died days after she was injured by HTS forces while trying to transport fuel across contact lines, according to Baladi News.
Israel is worried that Putin might hinder its operations in Syria, after it expressed support to Ukraine, according to al-Watan.
Abu Tow, known for destroying Assad regime tanks, offered to fight alongside the Ukrainian army, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Assad government is bracing for potential effects of the Ukrainian war on its economy, according to Baladi News.
Two civilians were killed and others wounded by artillery shelling by Assad forces and Russia in an attack targeting civilians in Afes, according to the Shaam News Network.
President Assad’s top advisors stood up defending President Vladimir Putin’s policy in Ukraine, according to SANA.
The heads of the secret services in Iran and Syria met to discuss cooperation between the two bodies, according to al-Watan.
A sabotage operation affected the water supply benefiting about 5,000 people per hour in the city of al-Sanamayn, according to the Syria Times.
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The Lebanese Minister for the Displaced met with the Syrian Minister for Local Administration to discuss the return of refugees, according to SANA.
On Sunday, several civilians were killed and wounded as a result of artillery shelling by Assad forces targeting the town of Afes, east of Idleb, according to al-Souria Net.
Pedersen said he was glad the Constitutional Committee is reconvening in March, but he’s worried the Ukrainian war might ruin his plans, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Pro-Justice, a Syrian-American organization, has launched a book documenting the Russian massacres and violations committed against Syrian civilians, according to the Shaam News Network.
The secretary-general of the Syrian opposition called for the international community to provide the National Army with weapons, according to the SOC Media Department.
The Syrian Ministry of Health began earlier this week to launch the Cuban Abdala vaccine, according to Hashtag Syria.
Asma al-Assad welcomed a Russian girl supporting Syrian children, according to the Syria Times.
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Prices all across Syria have increased greatly, as the socio-economic situation deteriorates.
During a meeting of the UN General Assembly, the ambassador of Syria blamed Ukraine for the escalation with Russia.
Pedersen met Sergey Lavrov in Moscow to discuss the effects of the military operation in Ukraine on Syria, according to al-Watan.
Hikmat al-Hijri, Sheikh al-Aql in the Druze community, said protests in Suweida should continue against the “internal siege”, according to the Shaam News Network.
The Syrian government said it was ready to confront the consequences of the Ukrainian war, according to Athr Press.
Faisal al-Mekdad affirmed that the relations between Syria and Russia are strategic, accusing NATO of provoking both countries, according to SANA.
Israeli officials are worried that sanctions on Russia would hinder the cooperation between the two countries in Syria, according to SY-24.
Abdel Basset Sida, former president of the Syrian National Council, heavily criticized the Syrian opposition, according to al-Watan.
In a phone call with Pedersen, the top diplomat of Egypt has called for a comprehensive agreement in Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The price of medicine in government-held Syria will increase by 30 to 40%, according to North Press.
In a telephone conversation, Pedersen has praised the role of Iran in “bringing peace to Syria”, according to Baladi News.
The Israeli enemy targeted a number of points in the Quneitra Province on Wednesday, according to SANA.
Jaafari, the Syrian deputy-FM, has claimed that the Ukraine crisis concerns Syria, as it will determine whether the U.S. can impose a unipolar world order, according to the Syria Times.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition called the Russian intervention in Ukraine thuggery, according to the SOC media department.
Abu Amsha, leader of the Suleyman Shah division, was exiled outside of Afrin for two years, according to al-Souria Net.
The 2013 deal between Russia and the U.S. on Syria resembles the Munich agreement between Hitler and Chamberlain, according to Sam Hamad, in an op-ed to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Faisal al-Mekdad described the dire situation in Syria in front of a Russian think thank, in a rare occurrence by a regime official.
Syria expressed its willingness to recognize and cooperate with the republics of Luhansk and Donetsk, recognized by Russia, according to SANA.
Pedersen is asking Egypt for help in the completion of a political solution in war-torn Syria, according to Athr Press.
Employees of a company charged by the UK Home Office made racist jokes about refugees drowning on their way to England, according to the Shaam Network.
Hezbollah is operating another secret prison west of the city of Palmyra, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A woman was killed and her husband and son injured by a Russian armored vehicle in the eastern Syrian countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to Baladi News.
The European Union has included five women from the al-Assad family on its sanctions list, according to al-Souria Net.
Bogdanov announced that representatives of Russia, Turkey, and Iran will meet in Antalya for Astana format talks, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad met his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, to discuss cooperation between the two countries, according to SANA.
The HTS is using the same methods as the Syrian regime to repress protests, according to North Press.
The killer of two children in Idleb was arrested by the HTS, according to Baladi News.
Syria and Iran have signed a cooperation agreement in the fields of public employment and administrative efficiency, according to SANA.
The leader of the CHP has vowed to deport Syrian refugees present in Turkey if elected, according to the Shaam News Agency.
France’s ambassador the UN said he was pessimistic about the situation in Syria, in an interview to Asharq al-Awsat.
Divisions within the Syrian opposition delegation to the constitutional committee are getting deeper, after three coalition members visited Switzerland, according to al-Modon.
Syria is getting a third mobile operator, according to the Syria Times.
Abdel Halim Khaddam, the former vice president of the Syrian regime, and Muhammad Makhlouf, Bashar al-Assad’s uncle are said to hold millions at a swiss bank, according to Syria TV.
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The Syrian regime wants to promote Iranian imports, at the expense of Syrian industrialists, according to Darwish Khalifa in al-Tareek.
As Jordan is fighting organized drug smuggling from Syria, normalization slows down, according to al-Souria Net.
The U.S. is extensively training the YPG in Deir-ez-Zor, weeks after an ISIS operation, according to the Daily Sabah
Attacks by ISIS against regime soldiers and officers in the Syrian badia are multiplying, according to Baladi News.
Goldrich reaffirmed the opposition of the U.S. to normalization with Assad, and expressed concerns over the situation in Lebanon, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Mekdad discussed with the Russian MP the bilateral relations between the two countries, and the crisis in Ukraine, according to the Syria Time.
AANES praised the recent declarations by Bogdanov about the importance of Kurds’ representation in constitutional talk, according to North Press.
The security situation in Daraa keeps worsening, as assassinations multiply, according to the Zaitun agency.
Damascus sent military reinforcements to Suweida and began indirect negotiations
Three Palestinian women died in the infamous Sednaya prison as a result of torture, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A controversial opposition leader, accused of several crimes in Northern Syria, is facing removal, according to al-Souria Net.
Pedersen said he was optimistic about the resumption of Syrian constitutional talks, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The regime has required additional identifications for recipients of remittance in Syria, according to SYRIA TV.
Assad waited for Shoigu at the airport in Hemeimeem for four hours, according to al-Modon.
The Israeli delegation called for “placing the Druze in the Syrian constitution” following protests in Suweida, according to North Press.
The decision to raise fuel prices will have a negative impact on industry in Syria, with stakeholders asking to be included in the decision-making, according to al-Watan.
The Israeli enemy targeted a number of points south of Damascus, causing material damage, according to SANA.
Pedersen’s approach to the resolution of the Syrian conflict impedes the rights and dreams of the Syrian people, according to Bassam al-Youssef, in an op-ed to Syria TV.
Protests were held in Hassakeh against the “systematic targeting of education” by the SDF and the U.S., according to SANA.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Faisal al-Mekdad received on Wednesday the UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen, according to the Syria Times.
Shelling by Syrian government forces of a fuel depot in the opposition-held Idleb region killed three civilians, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
President Assad discussed the importance of the Hemeimeen airbase with the Russian minister of defense, as war with Ukraine looms, according to al-Watan.
Russia has upgraded its air arsenal in Syria, as part of a tremendous military exercise, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Figures from the Syrian opposition met with generals from the Syrian National Army, praising their effort in the liberation of Syria, according to SOC.
Putin did not agree to give up on president Assad in Syria in exchange for greater influence in Ukraine, according to al-Baath.
An explosion in Damascus killed a soldier and wounded 11 others, according to SANA.
Indirect negotiations between the Damascus government and protesters in Suweida are ongoing, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The regime in Syria is influencing the distribution of aid, forcibly channeling it to supporters, according to Baladi News.
Syria has signed the Framework Agreement of the International Solar Alliance, an organization that aims to promote solar energy, according to the Syria Times.
Stanislav Gadzhimagomedov, the Deputy Head of the Operations Directorate of the Russian General Staff, denounced U.S. sanctions on Syria, according to SANA.
Four military factions of the Syrian National Army announced their merger into the Liberation, and Construction Movement, according to al-Souria Net.
The situation of the Syrian economy is gloomy, with high unemployment leading to outmigration, according to al-Baath.
In a radio message to his troops, the king of Jordan praised their fight against drug smuggling from Syria, according to the Shaam News Agency.
The military adviser to the Secretary-General of the Arab League said the return of Syria to its seat at the League will be close, according to Sputnik Arabia.
As Idleb experiences security tensions, HTS is sidelining foreign jihadists, according to Athr Press.
An Idleb activist and humanitarian worker was arrested by HTS for an unknown reason, according to Shaam News Network.
Drinking water in Raqqa is contaminated by fuel, as pollution spreads in the war-torn country, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Geir Pedersen is set to visit Damascus on Tuesday to discuss with regime officials his new Steps-for-Steps initiative, which the opposition has already rejected, according to Baladi News.
Palestinians have raised $10 million in less than a month to build homes for Syrian refugees, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Iranian groups in Syria have brought in reinforcements into southern Syria, as protests in Suweida continue, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russia claims that the U.S. intelligence wants to exploit sleeper terrorist cells to carry out attacks against the Syrian Arab Army, according to SANA.
The fate of the more than 8,000 forcibly disappeared individuals by ISIS remains unknown, a report by the SNHR claims, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The cash-strapped Syrian regime has vowed to fight tax evasion, especially coming from international organizations, according to the Shaam News Agency.
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Fawaz, a young boy from Daraa kidnapped last November, was released after his family paid more than 100,000 dollars in ransom, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Embassy of Iran in Damascus celebrated the 43rd anniversary of the Iranian Islamic Revolution in Damascus and Lattakia, according to the Syria Times.
The lifting of subsidies and shortages have plunged regime-held Syria into a deeper crisis, according to SY24.
Paul McLoughlin writes that unrest in Suweida reflects deep-seated problems in the Syrian province, in an analysis to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Six people were killed as a result of terrorist attacks by the regime and the SDF, according to the Shaam News Agency.
The people’s assembly has reviewed the text of the law on State & Public Employee Prestige to avoid ‘misinterpretations’, according to al-Watan.
The head of the opposition Syrian Negotiation Committee called for more guarantees from Pedersen with regards to the Steps-for-Steps approach, according to Enab Baladi.
Belarus plans to deploy up to 200 troops to Syria to serve alongside Russian forces, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
After the Syrian government decided to remove subsidies on parts of the population, traders found themselves much poorer, according to al-Hal.
Detained women in the al-Hol camp tried to kidnap their guards, in an attempt to flee, according to Enab Baladi.
The Russian Coordination Center distributed on Tuesday food aid among the locals of 400 families in Beksa village, north of the Lattakia province, according to SANA.
Syria and the UAE have signed an agreement for exchanging expertise in archiving Syrian archaeological pieces, according to SANA.
Syrian and Turkish officials met with Turkish Interior Minister Suleiman Soylu to discuss the situation of refugees in Turkey, according to al-Souria Net.
After the removal of subsidies, renewed protests swept as Suweida, in southern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service accused the U.S. of looting natural resources in Syria and encouraging terrorism there, according to the Syria Times.
A former official at the Damascus Chamber of Commerce said that Syria still exports to more than 100 countries, despite sanctions, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian and Russian warplanes struck 32 sites affiliated to the terrorist ISIS organization in the Atharya area in eastern Badia and destroyed them, according to the Syria Times.
The Syrian opposition met at a seminar in Qatar, to discuss recommendations to reach a political solution in Syria, according to Baladi News.
The FM of Jordan has claimed that his country won’t give up on a political solution in Syria, according to al-Watan.
A delegation by the UNICEF denounced the living conditions of children in Northeast Syria, particularly in the prisons of ISIS fighters, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
As the deadline for the payment of the ransom to the kidnappers of young Fawaz nears, the boy’s parents are still far behind, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Media in Syrian regions administered by AANES are facing increased repression by the PYD, according to al-Souria Net.
In order to promote economic recovery, an Economic Dialogue Forum was held in the Syrian capital Damascus, according to SANA.
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The Syrian opposition is holding talks in Qatar in a bid to unite its groups, as Assad consolidates influence and normalizes ties with Arab countries, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A meeting was held between the Syrian Minister of Culture and the director of Louvre Abu Dhabi, according to the Syria Times.
Freedom of the press in Syria is more fragile than ever, as both the Syrian regime and the AANES are repressing journalists, according to Baladi News.
A delegation from the UNICEF called for member countries to repatriate children of ISIS fighters, according to North Press.
Following the kidnapping of a young Syrian boy from Daraa, users on social media expressed their support, according to al-Souria Net.
Subsidies were reinstated to Syrians in need after many objected to the decision to lift them, al-Watan writes.
As teachers go on strike in Idleb, Joulani holds activities to honor his generals, according to Baladi News.
The total losses in the oil sector in Syria amounted to about USD 100.5 billion since the beginning of the war, according to SANA.
The Syrian Observer looks at how major news outlets reacted to the raid by U.S. forces that killed Abu Ibrahim al-Hashimi al-Qurayshi.
Government members from Syria and Iraq agreed to enhance cooperation in the field of water management, according to SANA.
The Foreign Minister of Qatar Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani stressed that it is unlikely that Qatar will normalize relations with Israel or the Assad regime, according to the Zaitun agency.
Members of Congress are accusing president Biden of being too lax on sanctions after exemptions were given to Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan to allow the establishment of the Arab Gas Project, according to al-Watan.
Statement by the U.S. Department of Defense following the raid against ISIS Leader Hajii Abdullah.
The Secretary-General of the Arab League said a ministerial meeting would be held next month to discuss the return of Syria to the organization, al-Watan writes.
The SNHR recorded 143 arbitrary arrests by the various warring parties of the Syrian conflict, pointing out extreme restrictions on freedom of expression, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Following the chaotic lifting of subsidies in Syria, angry protests broke in Suweida, according to Baladi News.
Haitham Rahma, the Secretary-General of the SOC, has called the recent report by the OPCW evidence against the Assad regime, according to the SOC media department.
The SDF signed an agreement with an HTS-affiliated company to supply it with oil, according to Athr Press.
Syria’s ministry of education met with the Director of International Relations at the Russian Maikop State Technological University, according to the Syria Times.
The SDF regretted the fall of four of its martyrs in a Turkish strike, threatening to avenge them, according to ANHA.
Russian military instructors are giving Syrian forces a training course on how to use new air defenses, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The decision by the Syrian regime to lift subsidies on parts of the population was applied in a hasty and chaotic way, according to Syria TV.
A report by the Guardian showed how underground networks in Turkey provide ISIS terrorists with fake passports, according to SANA.
A strike, reportedly fired by the SDF on al-Bab in eastern aleppo, killed eight civilians, according to Baladi News.
Turkey announced the beginning of an air campaign against “terrorist groups” on the border with Syria and Iraq, according to the Shaam News Network.
The OPCW issues Fact-Finding Mission report on chemical weapons use allegation in Kafr Zeita, Syria, on 1 October 2016
The International community is giving up on the Syrian opposition, as the Steps-for-Steps approach probably won’t yield any major concessions from the regime, al-Modon reports.
Syria participates for the first time in the Arab Gulf Cancer Awareness Week, promising free early detection campaigns in various provinces, according to SANA.
A clinic opened its doors in the al-Rukban IDP camp, on the borders with Jordan, offering healthcare for one day only, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkey and Qatar disagree on the reform of the opposition coalition in Syria, leaked documents obtained by North Press indicate.
Mouvement of goods and passengers from Syria to Jordan is hindered by Caesar Act-related U.S. pressure, according to Athr Press.
Two girls froze to death in just 24 hours, due to extremely cold temperatures in rural Idleb, according to al-Souria Net.
The de-escalation zone in northwest Syria witnessed on Monday mutual shelling between Turkish-backed opposition factions and the Syrian government forces, according to North Press.
The Foreign Minister of Oman stressed the efforts by Arab countries to reach union and overcome disagreements, according to al-Watan.
The Foreign Minister of Oman was welcomed by President Assad in Damascus, where he called for deeper Arab cooperation, according to SANA.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights reported that Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) continues to commit various human rights violations, according to the Shaam News Agency.
A leader in the Turkish-backed al-Hamza Division was killed Sunday by unknown gunmen in the city of al-Bab, according to North Press.
HTS general commander Abu Mohammed al-Joulani appeared again in a services-related event, according to Enab Baladi.
Hundreds of young Syrian refugees in Turkey were deported to Syria based on “administrative pretexts”, according to al-Souria Net.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmad Aboul Gheit said that the procedures for Syria to return to the Arab League have not yet been fulfilled, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Myocardial infarctions are more and more recurrent among young people, although the condition is typically limited to older individuals, according to al-Baath.
The AANES replaced a total lockdown for security reasons by a curfew, 11 days after a jailbreak in Hassakeh, according to North Press.
Israeli airstrikes targeted positions near the Syrian capital Damascus, according to SANA.
Honor crimes persist in Syria, Mekdad visits Paraguayan diplomat, and ISIS resurges. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
An Iranian general was included in a prisoners exchange in Idleb between the Syrian opposition and pro-regime forces, according to al-Souria Net.
After recent criticism by Damascus of his Steps for Steps approach to end the war in Syria, Pedersen says he’s willing to “explain” it, according to al-Watan.
Clashes between the SDF and ISIS are still ongoing in Hassakeh, despite the SDF claiming that it now controls the Ghweran prison, according to al-Jazeera.
Iran is consolidating its presence in the border area between Syria and Iraq to facilitate the transfer of weapons, at the expense of the regime, the Times of Israel writes.
The Turkish-backed local administration in Afrin redistributed cross-border aid to settlers, according to North Press.
The SDF sent ISIS fighters away from Hassakeh to the regime-controlled Syrian Badia, according to al-Watan.
Sheikh Jawdat Said, the thinker behind the non-violence school of Islam in Syria, has died in exile in Istanbul, according to Syria TV.
Although the SDF emerged victorious from the Ghweran prison assault, ISIS was able to show that it did not say its last word yet.
Syrian Doctor Alaa Moussa, on trial in Germany for torture in the regime’s military hospitals, claimed that he was ‘frightened’ by the military security services, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The permanent representative of Syria to the UN claimed that the U.S. was behind the events in Hassakeh, as it wants to revive ISIS, according to SANA.
UN Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, warned of continued escalation and continued suffering and violence on Syrians, according to Baladi News,
The Syrian Military Public Prosecution stressed Thursday that there is no legal justification for the U.S. presence in Syria, calling it an “occupation”, SANA wrote.
The Jordanian army said Thursday it had killed 27 drug smugglers in a clash as they tried to enter the kingdom from Syria, after Amman announced its intention to confront smugglers, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia requested a meeting of the UN Security Council regarding the latest developments in northeastern Syria, claiming that the regime is ready for a new round of the constitutional committee, according to Zaitun Agency.
The AANES ordered a near-total lockdown in the cities and towns of the Deir-ez-Zor governorate for security reasons, North Press reports.
The Lebanese pro-Iranian militia Hezbollah has consolidated its positions in Syria, along with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Militia, according to SY-24.
While regime figures praised the government’s amnesty decision, the Syrian opposition warned of a trap.
The UN did not care to comment on the situation in government-held Syria, subjected to coercive unilateral measures, according to al-Watan.
Syria rejected comments by the EU council, refusing any kind of intervention in its internal affairs, according to al-Watan.
The French daily Le Monde claimed in an article that Assad developed the industrial production of captagon narcotic pills in Syria, according to Shaam Network.
UNICEF is calling for the protection of children, as ISIS is using its 700 “cubs of the caliphate” as human shields in the Ghweran prison in Hassakeh, North Press reports.
In an op-ed to Asharq al-Awsat, Omer Onhon affirmed that the war in Syria is far from over, despite Assad pretending that he is the victor.
Syria, Lebanon, and Jordan signed on Wednesday an agreement on electricity linkage between the three countries, SANA reports.
The SDF announced that it fully controls the al-Sina’a prison in the Ghweran neighborhood of Hassakeh, six days after the Islamic State attack on the prison, according to al-Souria Net.
After allowing Syrian refugees to work in more fields, Jordan issued a record 62,000 work permits for them in 2021, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Luna al-Shebel called the suspension of the membership of Syria in the Arab League a breach of the organization’s bylaws, according to SANA.
As the SDF continues to advance in the Sina’a prison, the AANES accuses Turkey of being behind the mass breakout, according to al-Souria Net and North Press.
Areas under the control of the Syrian regime recorded the first death due to frost and extreme cold, according to several local regime sources, SY-24 reports.
Eric Zemmour, the controversial candidate in France’s presidential election, has called for normalization with the Syrian Regime, according to Snack Syria.
As a cold wave spreads across Syria, MPs and civil society figures are trying to hold the government accountable for its failure to provide means of heating, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Denmark is moving forward with the issue of the repatriation of Syrian refugees, as it deems parts of Syria safe to welcome them back, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian Prime Minister called on hospitals to increase their capacity, as a cold wave wreaks havoc all around Syria, according to al-Watan.
The trial of Anwar Raslan in Germany was seen as a major step towards justice in Syria. The Syrian Observer sits with Jumana Seif, a human rights lawyer focused on women, to discuss the need for real transnational justice as part of a political solution for Syria.
The SDC called on the international community to help it in the fight against ISIS, accusing Turkey of supporting the terrorist organization, according to North Press.
Following the attack by ISIS on a Syrian prison in the Northeast, clashes with the SDF have resulted in 154 deaths, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian minister of Justice is preparing to tighten the cybercrime law, in a bid to repress freedom of speech, according to the Shaam News Agency.
The deputy foreign minister of Syria accused the west of “economic terrorism” during a Human Rights Council session, according to SANA.
Leaders in the al-Nusra are channeling aid into a lucrative black market scheme, investing the surplus in Turkey, according to the Syria Times.
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The UN Secretary-General has called for the Syrian Constitutional Committee to reconvene, while the EU continues its unjust sanctions, according to al-Watan.
A former advisor to President Obama has claimed that although the U.S. will not remain permanently in Northeast Syria, it has a responsibility to stabilize the area, according to North Press.
Syria considered that actions committed by the U.S. occupation forces and the SDF militia amount to war crimes and crimes against humanity, according to SANA.
Following the resurgence of ISIS in Northeast Syria, the International Coalition has bombed positions in Hassakeh, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Assad regime claimed that energy shortages were the result of sanctions, extending the leave of public servants due to the absence of heating, according to the Shaam News Agency.
Clashes between ISIS and the SDF have made more than a hundred victims, following a massive operation by the Islamist group, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Katerji Holding Group announced signing a contract with a Chinese company to build Syria’s “largest industrial plant”, according to al-Souria Net.
The Ministry of Economy and Foreign Trade in Syria exempted Iranian goods from customs duties, according to Athr Press.
European courts are using universal jurisdictions to convict perpetrators of crimes against humanity committed in Syria by the Regime. The Syrian Observer recaps.
Facing aid cuts after the Covid pandemic, the healthcare system in Idleb is falling apart, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The leader of North Korea condemned U.S. policy, the Syria Times writes.
Jordan, Lebanon, and Syria will sign an agreement to export electricity to Lebanon with a maximum of 250 megawatts per day, under a U.S.-backed regional plan to help ease severe electricity shortages, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Abdah claims to have received confirmation from the U.S. that there won’t be any caesar exemption related to the energy deal between Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon, according to al-Souria Net.
A politician from Raqqa called the settlement agreements with the Syrian government a ” betrayal of the Syrian revolution”, according to North Press.
Winter storms have devastated refugee and displacement camps across Syria, humanitarian organizations reported on Wednesday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In an attempt to show a more positive image, the Syrian regime has announced the opening of cultural centers in prisons, according to al-Modon.
Harsh climate conditions have made life in the camps of northwestern Syria extremely hard, according to Syria TV.
The Iranian president noted that Russia and Iran succeeded in defeating terrorism in Syria thanks to the efforts of the Syrian people, SANA reports.
The first session of the trial of Syrian torture doctor Alaa Moussa, accused of torturing detainees in at least 18 cases, has ended, according to al-Souria Net.
Displaced people in the camps of northwestern Syria are living under harsh circumstances, especially due to rain and snow, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Luna al-Shebel said on Tuesday that the economic embargo against Syria is a form of war that should be resisted, according to the Syria Times.
The assistant secretary-general of Future Syria Party has said that the reconciliation agreements by the regime were made after all war attempts failed, according to North Press.
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has announced that he will visit Syria soon to celebrate with the Syrian people peace and stability, according to SANA.
Members of the Syrian parliament are calling for the government to resign, accusing it of doing nothing to ease the suffering of the Syrians, according to al-Soury al-Yom.
Robert Ford argues that justice for all makes the political solution an even more distant process, in an op-ed to Asharq al-Awsat.
During Raissi’s state visit to Moscow, Putin affirmed that both Russia and Iran participated in the fight against terrorism in Syria, according to SANA.
The vaccination campaign in Syria is subject to corruption and fraud, as vaccination cards are sold to unvaccinated citizens.
During his visit to Qatar, Pedersen and the country’s foreign minister underlined the importance of facilitating humanitarian access to all Syrians, Arab News writes.
A Russian-backed campaign by the regime is targeting ISIS in the Syrian Badia, where sleeper cells are conducting deadly attacks, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Meslet, the leader of the Syrian opposition, has called for Arab countries to halt normalization with Damascus and not to allow the regime back to the Arab League, according to Syria TV.
Syria and Iran are deepening economic cooperation, as Iran is about to launch a Syrian-Iranian joint bank, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The presence of the U.S. in Syria is essential for Washington’s interests, and is sanctioned by Congress, according to North Press.
All seaports on the Syrian coast were closed for maritime navigation due to the prevailing weather conditions, until further notice, according to SANA.
Crimea is willing to become a gateway to Russia for Syrian companies, in bid to deepen economic ties, according to SANA.
Migration, violent conflict, and military conscription have reduced the ratio of men to women in Syria drastically, according to SY24.
The trial of Syrian doctor Alaa Moussa, accused of committing acts of torture and murdering injured people, has started in Frankfurt, according to Syria TV.
On Monday, a Syrian ministerial delegation arrived in the “Russian region” of Crimea to further Syria’s international economic activity, according to Athr Press.
The Syrian Foreign minister has claimed that the U.S. occupation is violating human rights in Syria, according to SANA.
The spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry has underlined the deep relations between Syria and Iran, according to SANA.
Salem al-Meslet met with Dr. Riad Hijab and Sheikh Moaz al-Khatib as part of his visit to Doha, according to Nedaa Post.
Rights groups called on authorities in northeast Syria to lift the suspension of AFP photojournalist Delil Souleiman, imposed on him since he covered a sit-in, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia is trying to decrease the influence of the eighth brigade in south Syria, in order to bolster the government’s presence there, according to North Press.
On Sunday, Syrian opposition figures arrived in Doha, in an “official visit” in which they met Qatari Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani, according to al-Souria Net.
Two girls died, and their mother suffered severe burns after a fire broke out in their tent on Monday morning in the northern Aleppo countryside, according to
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Anton Mardasov dives into the military doctrine of Putin and how Syria is essential to it, in an op-ed to Asharq al-Awsat.
The HTS has killed a Syrian government soldier in Idleb and wounded two others in an attack, according to North Press.
At least six pro-Iran militants, including a Revolutionary Guard commander, were killed, in a snap attack by a suspected ISIS group in the Syrian desert, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria is experiencing its worst drought in 70 years, in a major challenge to farmers and agricultural activity, Baladi News reports.
Abu Turki, a fighter from the Fourth Division of Maher al-Assad, who participated in the siege of Daraa al-Balad, was killed by unknown assailants, according to al-Souria Net.
UN Envoy Pedersen has claimed that regime change in Syria is no longer the objective of any party, as it is not realistic, according to al-Hal Net.
The Foreign minister of Jordan has called Washington for more exemptions from sanctions targeting Syria, to resolve the crisis there, according to al-Watan.
Syria (IIIM) welcomes the landmark judgment against Anwar R, at the Higher Regional Court in Koblenz, found guilty of crimes against humanity.
Cross Border aid to Syria through the Bab al-Hawa crossing was extended de facto for an additional six months after pro-regime media had announced its suspension.
A German court has convicted Anwar Raslan of crimes against humanity for overseeing the abuse of detainees at a jail near Damascus a decade ago, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The intervention of Putin in Kazakhstan and Syria holds many similarities, according to Sam Hamad in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The AANES claims that settlement and reconciliation schemes with the Syrian government should include all National and Democratic Forces, according to North Press.
The production of Syrian cotton has decreased by more than 90% since the beginning of the war, according to Syria Steps.
Smuggling and monopolies in the pharmaceutical market in Syria are leading to soaring prices and shortages, according to Etihad Media.
The Syrian National Army managed to infiltrate and completely destroy a tunnel used by the SDF north of Raqqa, according to the Zaitun agency.
Syrian Turkmen in Lebanon are living under harsh circumstances, as the country’s economy continues its downfall, according to Syria TV.
Syria and Iran discussed on Thursday mechanisms of cooperation and ways to achieve partnerships in the fields of public works and housing, SANA writes.
Syria and Palestine discussed prospects of cooperation in agriculture, through supporting research and exchanging expertise, SANA writes.
Farhad Shami, the media official of the SDF, was reportedly killed by unidentified gunmen near the al-Omar field, according to the Syria Times. The information was later denied by Shami.
A bipartisan group of U.S. representatives has called on Biden to halt Arab normalization with Assad, according to al-Souria Net.
The UK Interior Ministry has confirmed that Syria is not currently safe for the return of refugees, according to Athr Press.
Syria and China signed on Wednesday a memo of understanding within the framework of the Silk Road initiative, according to SANA.
The Prime Minister of Jordan Bisher al-Khasawneh denied on Tuesday that the kingdom had opened secret channels of communication with the Syrian regime, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Most NGOs have suspended work and activities in the al-Hol Camp after an ISIS attack, according to North Press.
President Assad discussed with minister Qasemi the implementation of mutually beneficial projects between Iran and Syria, according to SANA.
The citrus season in Lattakia is difficult for farmers, as prices are below expectations, according to Baladi News.
The intensification of Russian activities in Syria is part of the struggle of influence between Iran and Russia, according to al-Hal Net.
Israeli strikes are not effective in reducing the influence of Iran in Syria and Lattakia, which is increasing by the minute, according to al-Hal Net.
Four people were killed in the southern governorate of Daraa on Monday after they were shot by unidentified gunmen, according to Baladi News.
The drought, the closure of border crossings, and monopolies are all making life in Hassakeh very difficult, as prices increase and shortages become frequent, according to North Press.
A Palestinian official visiting Damascus has announced that President Mahmoud Abbas will visit Syria soon, according to Athr Press.
More than 900 people escaped from Syrian Kurdistan to the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, seeking protection from the Peshmergas in the last 2 days, according to BasNews.
Cross-border humanitarian aid to northwest Syria was de facto extended for six months without a new Security Council vote, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A Young Syrian man was killed on Monday evening by a Turkish citizen inside his home in the city of Istanbul, according to the Zaitun Agency.
A number of SDF gunmen were killed in an attack in the northern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to SANA.
Jibril Rajoub was received by Faisal al-Mekdad in a rare visit to Damascus, where he congratulated president Assad on Syria’s victory over terrorism, according to SANA.
The UK Home Office has announced its decision to “deport a Syrian asylum seeker” to his country, deemed safe enough, according to Etihad Press.
Pro-Iran militias deployed in Deir-ez-Zor are stealing archaeological ruins to generate income, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
On Sunday, members of the SDF kidnapped a Kurdish National Council cadre in the al-Darbasiyah area of the al-Hassakeh, according to the Zaitun Agency.
The President of the U.S. Committee for International Religious Freedom has called for her country to pressure Turkey to withdraw from Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
Russia has informed the Eighth Brigade of the Fifth Corps, led by Awda, that it is relocating fighters to one of the two fronts, in Idleb or the Badia, according to al-Souria Net.
The International Conference of Religions and Beliefs of Mesopotamia was held in Qamishli, to discuss religious coexistence, according to North Press.
The mechanism for the delivery of humanitarian assistance to Syria ended on Monday, resulting in uncertainty about the future of cross-border aid, according to al-Watan.
SDF asks Syria for recognition of autonomy, Turkish soldiers killed in an attack, U.S. forces reinforce positions. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The first week of 2022 was a particularly difficult one for Syrians in Idleb, as regime and Russian forces are escalating their bombardment of the region.
A Turkish newspaper published a report confirming that the value of the investment by Syrian businessmen in Turkey could soon exceed $10 billion, according to Athr Press.
A protest was organized in the opposition-held city of Azaz, to demand the truth on the whereabouts of missing people in the Syrian government’s prisons, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Journalists in Idleb are facing censorship and oppression by the HTS “terrorist rule”, according to Etihad Press.
An ISIS military leader was arrested in a village of the Hassakeh countryside by the Asayish and the U.S.-led global coalition, according to North Press.
The U.S. and the SDF have installed an oil refinery in the Rmelan field, in the countryside of Hassakeh, according to SANA.
Joulani, the leader of the HTS, has promised an economic renaissance for Idleb and the regions he controls, according to al-Souria Net.
Iraq said on Saturday its security forces received 50 Iraqi prisoners from ISIS, captured earlier by the regime forces in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
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Russian forces are targeting the livelihood of people in Northeastern Syria, as attacks focus mainly on infrastructures and farms, according to Shaam.
The U.S. military base in the al-Omar field was targeted by missiles again, a frequent occurrence this week, according to al-Watan.
Western countries have requested that Syria cooperates with the OPCW to close outstanding issues and ensure disarmament, according to North Press.
The Foreign Ministry in Syria has expressed its regrets over the current unrest in Kazakhstan, calling for dialogue to ease the tensions, SANA reports.
No major changes in the position of America in the Middle East are to be expected, according to Robert Ford for Asharq al-Awsat.
HRW announced that the verdict of a landmark trial for survivors of torture in Syria being held in Germany will be announced soon, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
An IDP School in Northeast Syria has to take in more and more students, due to the displacement of more families in the region, according to North Press.
At a memorial ceremony to commemorate the martyrdom of Lieutenant General Qassem Soleimani, Shaaban claimed the axis of resistance is fighting a moral war, according to al-Baath.
On Wednesday, a leader of the SDF militia was killed after being ambushed by unknown assailants in the northern countryside of Raqqa, the Zaitun Agency reports.
The U.S. and France have each condemned the escalation in the Idleb governorate by Russia and the Syrian regime, according to al-Souria Net.
Abu Muslim al-Shami, confirmed that the HTS is ready to respond to any new Russian attack on the area, according to the Zaitun Agency.
Russia continues its attacks on the de-escalation zone around Idleb, killing 6 civilians since the beginning of the year, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A U.S. official has declared that the Global Coalition will remain in northeast Syria to continue its fight against terrorism alongside the SDF, according to North Press.
After an increase in the price of energy, protesters broke into the building of the electricity company in the Aleppo countryside, according to North Press.
Iran is considering building a railway that connects the Port of Khomeini to that of Lattakia, on the Mediterranean, according to Arabi 21.
The Arnous government has announced its priorities for 2022, on top of which lies the improvement of the electricity situation in Syria, according to Syria Steps.
The U.S.-led coalition fighting ISIS in Syria said Tuesday they had foiled an attack in Deir-ez-Zor, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A soldier of the Syrian government forces was killed and two others were wounded, in targeting by Syrian opposition factions in Aleppo and Hama, North Press writes.
A delegation from the Palestinian Fatah movement will visit President Assad to deliver a letter from Mahmoud Abbas, according to Athr Press.
A ground operation in Idleb remains unlikely, even though the region will probably witness breakthroughs in 2022, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian PM has clarified that only the most affluent people in Syria will lose access to state subsidies, claiming that the crisis is a result of sanctions, according to al-Watan.
U.S. forces conducted an airdrop on a village in southern Hassakeh, with the help of the SDF, Sana reports.
The secretary-general of Hezbollah, Hassan Nasrallah, has accused the U.S. of practicing daily crimes against the Syrian people, according to SANA.
The Shura Council in Idleb has awarded confidence to 9 ministers in the Salvation Government, according to al-Souria Net.
As Syria prepares to welcome back religious pilgrims from Iran, experts claim that this decision is a highly political one, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
Syria has received its fourth batch of COVID-19 vaccines from China, as well as medical supplies, according to SANA.
The Russian and Turkish Presidents talked over the phone about developments in Syria, among other topics, according to al-Watan.
Raqqa continues to witness a significant rise in youth unemployment rates, especially due to corruption and nepotism, according to SY24.
A cyberattack by Iranian hackers targeted two Israeli news websites on the commemoration of the assassination of Soleimani, according to North Press.
An overnight ISIS attack on a bus killed and injured several Syrian soldiers in the Badia region, according to Athr Press.
Opposition leader Salem al-Meslet wants to reform the Syrian Opposition Coalition in order to improve ties with other countries, especially Arab ones, according to the Zaitoun Agency.
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On the last day of 2021, Russian warplanes launched strikes on the Idleb countryside, killing two civilians and damaging a poultry farm, according to Horriya.
Nine Iranians previously arrested by Turkish forces at the border will be returned on Saturday from Syria, according to Athr Press.
Bahrain appointed Waheed Mubarak Sayyar as its first ambassador to its diplomatic mission to Syria since 2011, according to North Press.
A Syrian mother and her three children died of asphyxiation in their sleep after they tried to warm their room on a cold night with coal, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A grim year awaits Syria in 2022, as it has to endure a collapsing economy and shifting regional dynamics, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Russia and Iran have agreed to allow Iranian soldiers into the areas of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), under the banner of the Fifth Corps, according to Baladi News.
Riyadh and Doha are united in their opposition to normalization with the Damascus regime, according to al-Hal Net.
Republican Representative French Hill criticized U.S. President Joe Biden’s policies towards Syria, describing them as mere “tweet and statements with no actions”, according to Asharq al-Awsat
An attack on a U.S. military base in Hassakeh resulted in no casualties, while another was thwarted, according to Athr Press.
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The war in Syria killed 3,746 people in 2021 according to the SOHR, the decade-old war’s lowest yearly death toll, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
The SDC said that democratic change is an essential condition for it to negotiate with the Syrian regime, according to North Press.
Ministers from Oman and Syria discussed deepening cooperation in energy and exchanging expertise, according to SANA.
Zubaida Shammout, president of the Association of Anesthesiologists and Pain Management at the Syrian Doctors’ Union, warned of the danger of continuing shortages of anesthetists, according to Athr Press.
Authorities in Syrian opposition-controlled areas of rural Aleppo revealed their intention to increase the salaries of teachers by 40%, after a strike, according to Baladi News.
The opposition coalition held a workshop to discuss the “step-by-step” approach proposed by the UN special envoy, which it considers a “reward to the Assad regime”, according to the SOC media department.
An Assad regime diplomat fiercely criticized the Saudi ambassador to the United Nations after the latter slammed the Syrian regime in a speech, according to al-Souria Net.
In order to fulfill their separatist dream, leaders of the SDC and the SDF are turning their back on Russia and the Syrian government, preferring to remain under an uncertain U.S. protection, according to al-Watan.
Following the 17th International Meeting on Syria in the Astana format, Russia, Turkey, and Iran reaffirmed their commitment to the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria, and rejected unilateral coercive measures, according to SANA.
A Syrian citizen and a U.S. diplomat were arrested after Turkish authorities discovered the sale of a forged passport, according to al-Souria Net.
Erratic rainfall, high costs, and violent conflict have pushed wheat production in Syria to its lowest level, according to North Press.
Funds necessary for the recovery of the Syrian economy were estimated at 600-800 billion USD by Alexander Lavrentiev, according to Russia Today.
A member of the Syrian opposition delegation in Astana-17 said that the opposition won’t stray away from its demand of abolishing the regime, according to Baladi News.
Prime Minister Hussein Arnous revealed that only 12 percent of the citizens who benefit from subsidies will lose this support, claiming that the shortage of gas will soon come to an end, according to al-Watan.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has advised the SDC to engage in dialogue with the Assad regime, warning that U.S. forces won’t stay forever, according to al-Souria Net.
Damascus has called the report by Guterres “subjective” and “unrealistic”, according to al-Watan.
Israel’s former military intelligence chief says the country was involved in the American airstrike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani in January 2020, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
On Monday, a Syrian child was killed after being hit in the neck by Turkish border guards while trying to enter Turkish territory illegally, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian delegation to Nur-Sultan met with the UN and Russian delegations, within the framework of the seventeenth Astana meeting in the Astana format about Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Suweida has recently witnessed the killing of a regime security member and the arrest of an activist, according to SY-24.
Pedersen has called on the parties involved in the Syrian conflict to break the stalemate through compromise, according to North Press.
The Syrian Trust for Development received a grant of USD 40,000 from the Chinese embassy in Damascus, according to SANA.
The rationing of fuel has spread a sickening cold in the classrooms of Damascus and its rural area, exposing students to health risks, according to SYRIA TV.
The Syrian delegation has arrived to the city of Nur-Sultan to participate in the 17th round of Astana Talks, the Syria Times reports.
An investigation by a Syrian and a French journalist in Le Point aims to bring war criminals from Syria to European courts, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Heavy rain has affected 104 camps in Idleb, leading to extensive damage, according to al-Souria Net.
The energy deal between Egypt, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, hides a wide array of geopolitical implications, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkish officials opened the first center of the Anatolian Turkish Academy in the city of Azaz in Northern Syria, as part of Ankara’s policy of Turkification, North Press reports.
Officials from Syria and Iraq have underlined the importance of boosting trade between the two countries, according to SANA.
Iran expressed its satisfaction with the recent exchange of 10 prisoners between the SNA and the Syrian government, according to North Press.
Israeli raid on the Damascus International Airport, a U.S. military convoy intercepted by the army in Syria, and children conscripted by the SDF. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The return of Syria to the Arab League is not assured, as the regime delays taking steps expected from it on the internal and external levels, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An SDC official has claimed that the U.S. administration is working on a mechanism to ease the impact of the Caesar sanctions on civilians in Syria, according to North Press.
Following heavy rainfall, damage has been recorded on rooftops of 24 camps, according to the Syrian News Agency.
Less and less Syrian refugees in Turkey are considering a potential return to Syria, as they integrate deeper into Turkish society, according to al-Tareek.
Japan has signed an agreement with the WHO to provide 6 million dollars in aid to hospitals in Syria, according to Arab News.
Nasr Hariri’s removal from the Negotiating committee is part of Meslet’s attempt to get closer to Saudi Arabia, according to al-Hal Net.
The president of the Executive Committee of the SDC, Ilham Ahmed said that dialogue with the Syrian government does mean giving it legitimacy, according to North Press.
The SDF wants the autonomous administration to be recognized in order to engage in a dialogue with the government, according to al-Watan.
Egypt wants a “clear document” from the U.S. to ensure that it will not be subject to sanctions if it supplies Lebanon with natural gas through Syria, according to al-Watan.
The opposition and the regime exchanged 5 prisoners from each side through Turkish-Russian mediation, according to al-Souria Net.
The death of a chronically ill french woman in a camp where foreign IS-linked women and children live reignited the debate over their repatriation, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As the economic situation in Syria worsens, some unemployed girls are keeping men company in exchange for significant pay or even gifts, according to Athr Press.
Five members of HTS have been killed by shelling from the regime and Russian forces along the Rabat frontline in the eastern Idleb countryside, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. Army announced that it shot down a drone within the airspace of the al-Tanf military base, according to North Press.
Through a presidential decree, President Bashar al-Assad has increased the salaries of state employees by 30%, SANA reports.
A Syrian soldier was killed Thursday in an Israeli missile raid from the occupied Golan Heights into southern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
President al-Assad received the Children’s Rights Commissioner for the Russian President, to discuss the children at the al-Hol camp, according to SANA.
Syria and Serbia have discussed means to activate trade exchange and enhance cooperation in agriculture, according to SANA.
The media advisor to Bashar al-Assad has called for documentation of the Syrian war, North Press reports.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has called on the Security Council to introduce a resolution on cross-border aid to Syria and particularly Idleb, al-Souria Net reports.
The Syrian regime has more than doubled the price of domestic water, despite much of the country being submerged in poverty, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The minister of agriculture met with an Iraqi delegation to discuss trade between Syria and Iraq, according to SANA.
Three women were killed in the al-Hol camp, around Hassakeh, in just 24 hours, according to the Levant.
The People’s Assembly approved a reduced state budget law for the fiscal year 2022, according to Syria TV.
Protests against the arrests carried out by the SDF continued in al-Busayrah in the eastern Deir-ez-Zor countryside for the second day, Baladi News writes.
The former Danish immigration minister Inger Stojberg was sentenced to two months in prison for illegally separating several couples of asylum seekers, al-Jazeera reports.
The Ministry of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection announced an increase in gasoline prices for the third time this year, according to al-Watan.
The countries of the ALBA reiterated their support to Syria, rejecting any form of interference in its internal affairs, the Syria Times reports.
A Syrian Army checkpoint has intercepted a convoy of U.S. occupation troops in the Tal Dahab village, SANA reports.
Fuel supplier Bunker Holding, its chief executive, and its subsidiary were convicted by a Danish local court for selling jet fuel to Syria despite sanctions, Asharq al-Awsat reveals.
The assassination of prominent officers, mostly in coastal Syria, could be linked to the struggle for power between Russia and Iran in Syria, according to Syria TV.
Following backlash about his visit to Damascus, the Secretary-General of the NRC denied discussing the issue of repatriating refugees to Syria with Mekdad in Damascus, according to Enab Baladi.
A three-day conference titled “Stockholm Consultative Meeting for Democratic Powers and Figures” was launched in Sweden and will discuss democracy in Syria, North Press reports.
A Syrian-American journalist visited Israel to attend the Miss Universe beauty pageant, sparking widespread controversy, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Diplomats from Serbia and Syria talked about diplomatic ties and means to upgrade them, according to SANA.
The Prime Minister, Hussein Arnous, started a tour to the Deir-ez-Zor Governorate to discuss services and development projects in the region, the Syria Times writes.
A group of Australian businessmen of Syrian origin announced the formation of the Australian-Syrian Business Council, SANA reports.
The regime’s minister of education prevents visitors who have not received COVID-19 vaccines from entering all of its institutions but not employees, according to Enab Baladi.
A young Jordanian man has murdered a Syrian girl who refused to marry him, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Russian universities to potentially open branches in Syria, airstrikes on Idleb, and a high-profile SDC delegation visits Scandinavian countries. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
As shortages of electricity worsen, the government is resorting to renewable energy sources to ease the crisis, according to Enab Baladi.
Clashes took place last Wednesday between a drug trafficking group and anti-drug intelligence patrols on the outskirts of Yarmouk camp, south of Damascus, Sawt al-Asima reports.
The UN Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, has visited Damascus in an attempt to resume the work of the Constitutional Committee, al-Souria Net reports.
Nearly 20 months after the regime government prevented Lebanese from entering Syria, the ministry of interior reversed the decision, Enab Balad reports.
The HTS-run Watad Petroleum Company has priced fuel in USD instead of the usual Turkish lira, as the latter depreciates against the greenback, according to North Press.
Sources in Syria and the UAE expect that Iranian President Ibrahim Raisi will soon visit Damascus and Abu Dhabi to discuss stability and cooperation, Rai al-Yom reports.
On Thursday, two ISIS militants were killed in a Russian airstrike in the Deir-ez-Zor Governorate, only two days after the last raid, according to North Press.
Unidentified gunmen assassinated a former Free Syrian Army member in the Daraa governorate, despite the absence of personal animosity between the victim and residents, according to the Syrian News Agency.
The government in Syria has “condemned” the use of chemical weapons, despite being accused of such attacks and refusing to cooperate with OPCW inspectors, North Press reports.
The council of ministers of the Organization of Arab Petroleum Exporting Countries decided that Syria will host the 2024 Arab Energy Conference in the capital Damascus, SANA reports.
Buthaina Shaaban stressed that the U.S. presence in Syria is an occupation that loots Syrian oil under the pretext of fighting terrorism, SANA reports.
The Syrian opposition coalition met with 18 envoys from countries sympathetic to the Syrian people and their uprising, according to the SOC Media Department.
A humanitarian aid convoy of several trucks, loaded with UN relief packages, passed from regime-controlled into HTS-controlled areas in northwestern Syria on Thursday, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. House of Representatives requested the Biden administration to announce its strategy for Syria and disclose the sources of the wealth of Assad and his inner circle, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
The U.S. Treasury included 5 officers from Syria in its sanctions list for being involved in the country’s repressive security apparatus or in chemical attacks.
Ahmad Qassoum, a civilian victim of the drone strike in the Idleb countryside that injured 6 and killed a Qaeda commander, tells his story to Asharq al-Awsat.
The joint free zone administration between Syria and Jordan has successfully resumed its activities, while a Syrian-Iraqi Business Forum is being prepared in Damascus, SANA reports.
Syrian refugees are left with no choice but to return to Syria or face cold and hunger at the borders between Belarus and Poland, according to Syria TV.
The U.S. imposed new sanctions on individuals and entities from Syria, Iran and Uganda.
Many Syrian women are resorting to the internet, and particularly e-commerce in order to make money, as the conflict has often made them the house’s breadwinners, according to SY-24.
Industry Minister Ziad Sabbagh revealed that the Ministry of Industry has suffered more than one trillion Syrian pounds’ worth of losses as a result of the Syrian conflict, Athr Press writes.
Officials from Syria and Poland discussed means of cooperation between Damascus and the EU country to enhance digital infrastructure, SANA reports.
The penalty for adultery in Syria goes from a month to a year of imprisonment, according to al-Watan.
SDF Commander-in-Chief Mazloum Abdi called for greater security cooperation with the Kurdistan Region of Iraq after deadly attacks there by ISIS, according to North Press.
The Ministry of Labour in Jordan asked all Syrian workers to obtain a permit to legalize their employment in the kingdom, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A checkpoint by the Syrian Arab Army intercepted a military convoy of the U.S. occupation forces in the Hassakeh countryside, the Syria Times writes.
The EU is trying to halt normalization with Damascus for as long as a political solution has not been agreed on, according to al-Hal Net.
During his visit to the Iranian capital Tehran, Syrian FM Mekdad has met with several officials, SANA reports.
Economic and social problems in the camps of Nothern Syria have pushed many children into malnutrition, according to SY-24.
Israel targeted a shipment of Iranian weapons transiting through the port of Lattakia without Assad’s knowledge, according to SYRIA TV.
The oncology Center at Idleb Central Hospital has provided hundreds in Northwestern Syria with much-needed medical services to fight cancer, according to SY-24.
The FMs of Qatar and Turkey opposed normalization with the Assad regime and its return to the Arab League, according to Syria TV.
A three-day volunteer campaign was launched in the opposition-held northwestern Syria to encourage Syrians to get the COVID-19 vaccine, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The regime’s illegal drug industry has benefitted associates of Bashar al-Assad, according to the Daily Sabah.
A Syrian regime education official has claimed that the number of drop-outs in Syria over the past ten years exceeds 1.1 million students, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoglu has met with defected Syrian regime Prime Minister Riad Hijab during his visit to Qatar, according to al-Souria Net.
During his visit to Tehran, Syrian FM Faisal Mekdad has reaffirmed his commitment to improving strategic relations with Iran, SANA reports.
Once self-sufficient, Syria will now import a million tons of wheat from Russia financed through a loan, according to North Press.
The U.S. eliminated a Qaeda leader and renews the training of Kurdish-led group, an attack against a Russian convoy, and arbitrary arrests continue. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend in Syria.
The Iranian Trade Promotion Organization said that Syria and Iran are establishing a joint bank to facilitate trade, according to Athr Press.
There are Iranian efforts to increase Tehran’s economic influence in Syria, including through the creation of a “Dahieh” in Damascus, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A decision by the Lebanese ministry of education could block Syrian refugee children in Lebanon from attending schools, according to Human Rights Watch.
The EU top diplomat said that the EU has no reason to reconsider its stance on the Syrian government, according to North Press.
Human rights organizations have called on French President Emmanuel Macron to prosecute Abdul Hamid S, a former Syrian regime intelligence officer, for war crimes in Syria, according to the Levant.
The European Union has imposed sanctions on Syrian private airline Cham Wings, for facilitating the crossing of migrants to Belarus and then to the Polish borders, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian Foreign Minister will be in Iran for two days to discuss bilateral relations, according to North Press.
Multiple explosions were heard inside the U.S. occupation base in the al-Tanf region close to the border with Iraq, according to SANA.
Moscow is helping Damascus regain control of the northeastern regions of Syria through dialogue with the SDF, according to al-Watan.
The Syria Belarus Friendship Committee discussed with the Belarussian ambassador means of enhancing parliamentary relations between the two countries, SANA writes.
HTS has raised tariffs on several products brought from rural Aleppo into the Idleb area, increasing the levies by up to 30 percent, according to the Shaam News Network.
Syria participated in the annual conference of the Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institution in Bahrain, according to SANA.
Turkey on Thursday bashed statements issued by the Syrian parliament that called to “take” the southern Hatay province, according to the Daily Sabah.
The Bab al-Hawa border crossing department has disclosed the number of passengers traveling to and from Turkey in November, according to Baladi News.
The SDC has expressed its readiness to participate in a “genuine, constructive dialogue process” with the Damascus government, according to al-Watan.
The president of the Syrian Astronomical Association said that Syria is on track for a late winter, which will bring heavy rains on occasion, according to Syria TV.
The SDF has to choose between Washington, Damascus, and Moscow, according to al-Watan.
Although EU countries have refused to recognize the legitimacy of Bashar al-Assad’s regime since the beginning of the Syrian revolution, this consensus is being challenged, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian Network for Human Rights (SNHR) has released its monthly report on the number of extrajudicial killings in Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
The Syrian Greek Orthodox Patriarch met with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan, to discuss Christian-Muslim brotherhood, according to al-Dostor.
The regime appointed Major General Ghaith Deeb as head of the Political Security Division in Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
The Agricultural Society Development Company resumed the distribution of wheat seeds in the city of Derik, northeast Syria, according to North Press.
Syria has called for close cooperation with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization in order to rebuild the industrial sector after the war, according to SANA.
During the G77 ministerial meeting, Faisal al-Mekdad has reaffirmed the determination of Syria to face the terrorist and economic war waged against it, according to al-Watan.
Faisal al-Mekdad said that the visit of UN Special Envoy Geir Pedersen to Syria was postponed due to the new COVID-19 variant, according to al-Watan.
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U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III ordered a new investigation Monday into a 2019 American airstrike in Syria that could have killed dozens of civilians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As the Russian rapprochement with Israel gets more and more apparent, the influence of Iran in Syria is undermined, according to al-Hal Net.
Syria still refuses to grant a visa to the OPCW inspector, the organization said Monday, according to North Press.
Syria seized about 525 kg of Captagon in a shipment of pasta that was intended for export to Saudi Arabia, according to SANA.
Syrian activists participated in the UNSC special session, demanding that the Assad regime be held accountable for its war crimes, according to Syria Television.
The Iranian Trade Center was opened on Tuesday in the Free Zones in Damascus in order to improve economic relations between Syria and Iran, according to SANA.
The Platform of Civil Society Organizations in Raqqa stated that political bargaining between Russia and Syria hinders the delivery of humanitarian aid to the North East, according to North Press.
Protesters in northeastern Syria denounced the recruitment of teenage girls for combat by the SDF, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syrian Minister of Petroleum Bassam Tohme discussed with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Reza Fatemi Amin cooperation in the fields of oil, gas, and mineral resources, SANA writes.
The Interim government of the Turkish-backed opposition and the Salvation government of HTS are coordinating efforts in education, according to al-Hal Net.
Social media users reported the defection of a commander from the pro-Turkish Hamza Division militia to government areas, according to al-Watan.
The decision by the minister of Trade to disallow cardholders to exchange their smart cards has harmed many poor people, according to Syria Steps.
A Russian patrol in as-Suweida was driven out by locals, as the region’s new governor wants to reimpose the regime’s authority on the governorate, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia, China, India renew their support to the sovereignty of Syria, an attack in Manbij, and an inmate reportedly killed as a result of torture in an opposition prison. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
On Saturday, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF), Mazloum Abdi, called on Turkey for dialogue through the mediation of the United States, according to Baladi News.
The Minister of Health in Syria has warned against the Omicron mutation of COVID-19, calling on adults to take the vaccine, according to Hashtag Syria.
The Turkish lira crisis has had a heavy implication on the economy of neighboring Idleb in Northwestern Syria, according to al-Jazeera.
The UN Envoy to Syria is working towards a seventh meeting of the Constitutional Committee in Geneva, according to al-Souria Net.
During a basketball match in Kazakhstan, opposing the Syrian team to the Kazakh one, the Iranian anthem was played instead of that of Syria, according to al-Watan.
Local authorities in a region of northern Syria controlled by Turkey have decided to withdraw a school textbook due to a “blasphemous” illustration of prophet Mohamad, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A minister in the Syrian regime’s government has claimed that the State will remove subsidies for employees who own more than a house and a car, according to SY-24.
The president of Algeria suggested on Saturday that the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad is supposed to return to the Arab League during the organization’s next summit, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The U.S. has expanded the authorizations for NGOs to engage in certain transactions and activities in Syria, according to North Press.
The Ministry of Industry has put on the market several companies in Syria that have stopped working and have been sabotaged and destroyed, to be subjected to investment again, according to Athr Press.
The UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen and Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Mikhail Bogdanov, have reaffirmed the need for a political solution in Syria in accordance with UN Resolution 2254, according to SANA.
The minister of tourism has announced a plan to develop tourism in Syria through investments that can create jobs, according to SANA.
Through its secretary-general, the SOC welcomed the designation by Australia of the Lebanese Hezbollah in its entirety as a terrorist organization, according to the SOC Media department.
Syria’s permanent representative to the UN Office in Geneva said that Switzerland has handed over three artifacts from Palmyra to Damascus, according to al-Hal.
The city of as-Suweida has witnessed violent clashes after regime forces arrested civilians in the state’s hospital, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
During the meeting between Ilham Ahmed, and the Russian FM, Russia pressured the SDC to hold discussions with the government in Damascus, according to al-Watan.
Four people were killed by an Israeli strike on central Syria, including two civilians, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The Nassib border crossing with Jordan has generated 84 billion Syrian Pounds in revenues in 2021, according to al-Watan.
Julani, the leader of the HTS, is trying to improve his image to gain credibility in the eyes of the local community as well as in those of the west, according to al-Hal.
Buthaina Shaaban discussed with the deputy Prime minister of Oman the bilateral relations between Syria and the sultanate, according to SANA.
Cooperation with the regime in Syria will not necessarily lead to its moderation, Hazem Saghieh writes in an op-ed in Asharq al-Awsat.
The Committee to Protect Journalists and Reporters Without Borders have called on Jordan to release Syrian journalist Ibrahim Awad, according to Syria TV.
Russia has planned to destabilize the northern and eastern parts of Syria in order to expand its influence there, according to al-Hal Net.
The leader of the SDC, Ilham Ahmed, and the Russian Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, discussed the situation in Syria, according to North Press.
Living in camps without any privacy and with constant noise, IDPs in Syria are facing health and psychological risks, according to Enab Baladi.
The SDF denied in a statement a report by the Guardian which claimed that the Kurdish-led forces freed ISIS fighters in exchange for money, according to North Press.
A rocket attack on a U.S. base inside Syria was heard on Tuesday, according to Athr Press.
Syria congratulated Venezuela on its regional elections, describing the victory of Maduro’s ruling party as “brilliant”, according to SANA.
45% of children drop out of education in Idleb as a result of the absence of subsidized schools, according to al-Modon.
An arrest campaign targeting mainly Syrian Kurds is currently occurring in Damascus and its outskirts, according to Orient News.
Syria and Oman signed an agreement to deepen cooperation between them in historical documentation and study, according to the Syria Times.
In the absence of an Arab consensus, Syria might return to the Arab League as a mere observer state, according to al-Hal.
King Abdullah II of Jordan renewed his country’s support for the sovereignty, stability, unity of Syria, and the safety of its territories and people, the Syria Times reports.
Russia successfully pressured Iran to withdraw from the T4 airbase in central Homs, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As the UAE bets on normalization with Assad to diminish Iranian influence in Syria, it remains unclear whether this strategy will work, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The deputy head of the Iranian Chamber of Commerce regretted that while Turkey controls 30% of the Syrian economy, his country only accounts for 3% of trade, according to Baladi News.
A Turkish-language school was opened by the Turkish regime in Afrin, as part of its policy of Turkification, according to al-Watan.
Syria will resume its position in the Arab League of States during the organization’s upcoming meeting next March in Algeria, according to sources quoted by Athr Press.
The Syrian government is taking advantage of Turkish threats in Northeast Syria to extend its influence there, according to North Press.
Syria and Pakistan signed an agreement on Monday to boost cooperation in education and culture, the Syria Times writes.
The Foreign Minister of Russia, Sergey Lavrov, claimed during a meeting with his Lebanese counterpart that some states are hindering the safe return of refugees, SANA reports.
A decision by the AANES to postpone schooltime to the afternoon has pushed many girls out of school, according to SY-24.
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Iranian militias emptied the T4 military airport in eastern Homs and transported its equipment to another one in the south of the governorate, according to Baladi News.
The presence of Iran in Syria is central to the policies of normalization adopted by Arab countries, according to Ibrahim Hamidi in Asharq al-Awsat.
The Central Bank of Syria has allowed private universities to collect tuition fees from some students in foreign currency, as long as they agree to sell half of proceeds to it, according to Athr Press.
Shaaban said the world is dealing with Syria in a new way following the defeat of armed groups in various locations in the country, according to Athr Press.
The Opposition president met with the EU chargé d’affaires, with whom he discussed the refugee crisis and political transition in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
The Private Faculty of Theology, the first of its kind in Syria, was inaugurated in Damascus on Saturday, according to SANA.
The SNHR asked Jordan not to deport opposition journalist Ibrahim Awad back to Syria, where he could face reprisal by the regime, according to SY-24.
The White Helmets documented that 63 children were killed from the beginning of June up until Wednesday, November 17th, according to SY-24.
As the living conditions in Idleb deteriorate, a wave of suicide could be likely, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia claimed that Israeli airstrikes against Syria are unacceptable, but using power in response to such attacks will be unconstructive, North Press writes.
The President of the Syrian Opposition Coalition, Salem al-Meslet, received a delegation from the Italian Foreign Ministry to discuss the recent developments in Syria, according to the SOC media department.
Foreign minister Faisal al-Mekdad has claimed that Syria is doing “tremendous efforts” to guarantee the safe and voluntary return of refugees, according to SANA.
By distributing wheat seeds to farmers in the Hassakeh countryside, the U.S. could be trying to poison Syrian soil, according to Syria Steps.
Tensions between the Asayih and regime forces are increasing in the cities of al-Hassakeh and Qamishli, according to Baladi News.
Ten migrants were found dead on a severely overcrowded wooden boat near the Libyan coast, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Turkey’s threats in northeastern Syria have pushed the SDF into a Russian-sponsored rapprochement with the Assad regime.
While the West refuses to recognize his control over Syria, Assad has sought assistance from China and wealthier regional powers like the UAE, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Israel carried out airstrikes on the Syrian capital and drones targetted Iranian positions in Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
Syrian regime president Bashar al-Assad issued four decrees replacing the four governors of Lattakia, Idleb, Daraa, and as-Suweida, according to Enab Baladi.
The ٍAssociation of Detainees and the Missing in the Sednaya Prison has issued a guide on how to avoid fraud and financial extortion for the detainees’ families, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
The authorities of the Syrian Salvation Government reduced the weight of a bundle of bread by 50 grams, for the second consecutive time in one week, Baladi News reports.
Many patients in Syria resort to herbal medicine because they consider them effective or because they cannot afford regular medicine, according to SY-24.
The Embassy of Belarus in Damascus has stopped granting visas for both Syrians and Palestinians until further notice, according to Athr Press.
President Assad received the Russian Special Envoy to Syria and discussed with him the return of refugees to their homelands, SANA reports.
The administration of US President Joe Biden has set five priorities in Syria, none of which call for the withdrawal of Iran, in contrast to the previous administration of President Donald Trump, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Unidentified drones targeted, yesterday, areas held by Iran-backed factions in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
During the meeting between Russia and Syria to follow up on the work of the International Conference on Return of Syrian refugees, several cooperation agreements were signed, SANA writes.
President Assad has abolished the position of Grand Mufti of the Republic, strengthening the role of the Scientific Fiqh Council, al-Watan writes.
The International Conference for the return of refugees sponsored by Russia was reduced to mere bilateral meetings with Syria on the refugee issue, according to al-Souria Net.
The opposition Syrian Negotiations Committee announced that it has received U.S. and European assurances that they will continue to apply pressure to the Assad regime until a political solution is reached, Syria TV says.
The Syria South Africa Parliamentary Friendship Committee discussed cooperation with the Ambassador of the Republic of South Africa, SANA writes.
The UAE Foreign Minister met with a number of Arab and UN officials to discuss the Syrian issue after his meeting with Assad, Athr Press reports.
Turkey has suspended its potential military operation against northeast Syria, as a result of the continued refusal from Russia and the U.S., North Press writes.
The two largest opposition groups, the National Coordination Committee and the Syrian National Coalition, failed to reach an agreement to solve their differences, according to Orient Net.
The UAE Foreign Minister met UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen in Dubai to discuss developments in Syria, according to the Syria Times.
A general and four soldiers were killed Sunday in an attack in eastern Syria, where jihadist groups are active, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
On Sunday evening, a senior regime officer died of wounds sustained as a result of an attack in Deir-ez-Zor, just 24 hours after the death of another high-ranking officer from the Tartous governorate, Baladi News reports.
The UN held the U.S. occupation responsible for killing 64 civilians in a 2019 airstrike on the Deir-ez-Zor countryside in Syria, SANA reports.
The EU has added four new ministers in the Syrian government to its list of sanctions imposed on the regime since 2011, Enab Baladi reports.
Iyad al-Jaafari predicts that Syrians will witness yet another decline in their living standards after the increase in fuel prices, according to al-Modon.
Meetings between officials from Russia and Syria to follow up on the work of the International Conference on Return of Syrian refugees started Monday, according to SANA.
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On Saturday, Cham Wings Airlines announced that it is suspending flights from Damascus to the airport in Minsk, Belarus, as the refugee crisis worsens on the border with the EU, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Following developments in northeastern Syria, leaders of the SDF and SDC have held meetings with a U.S. State Department delegation, al-Souria Net reports.
Factionalism has led to increased infighting between the groups composing the Syrian National Army, according to al-Hal.
The Health Ministry in Syria received half a million doses of China’s Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine, SANA reports.
At least 13 Syrian regime fighters were killed Saturday in an ISIS ambush in the country’s east, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Media close to the regime announced the death of General Ahmed Ali Dayoub, the commander of the 20th air division, according to Baladi News.
Russia has deployed a long-range missile air-defense system in the northeastern Raqqa governorate of Syria, close to U.S. positions, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
USAID has distributed unknown types of wheat seeds to farmers in the countryside of Hassakeh, according to the Syria Times.
Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman al-Safadi revealed that Jordan held talks with Washington before engaging in rapprochement with Syria, according to Athr Press.
As the U.S. neutralizes the role of the UAE in several files, including in Syria, Abu Dhabi’s move comes to expand its margin in the region, Mohamed Sarmini writes in Nedaa Post.
Russian airstrikes on Idleb killed five members of the same family in the displaced camps near the town of Maaret Misrin, north of the province, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Israeli media revealed the identity of the new commander of Iranian operations in Syria, as subjects of discord between Iran and the Syrian regime grow, according to Syria TV.
Syria and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the fields of higher education and scientific research, the Syria Times reports.
Minister Counselor Kinan Zahreddine handed his credentials as consul-general of the Syrian Arab Republic in the Emirate of Dubai and the Northern Emirates of the United Arab Emirates, SANA writes.
President Assad issued on a law that exempts raw materials, imported as inputs for local industry, from the 1% customs tariffs, according to SANA.
With 144 votes in favor, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution in favor of the Syrian identity of the Golan, North Press reports.
The recent move by the UAE, which sent its top diplomat to Syria to meet the regime’s president Bashar al-Assad, comes in a period of American disinterest for the Syria file.
Syrian Kurds in the Northeast are prepared to offer 75% of the oil produced in their region to Damascus, as a gesture of goodwill, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
As purchasing power in Syria declines, some Syrians are forced to reduce their meals to a minimum, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria overtook Afghanistan last year as the country with the highest number of recorded casualties from landmines and explosive remnants of war, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Turkey is obstructing the entry of UN relief aid convoys “across established lines” from Aleppo to the “de-escalation” area of Idleb, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian National Coalition and National Coordination Committee, the two largest opposition groups, have met in Istanbul to discuss their differences, according to al-Modon.
Minister Mekdad held talks with the executive director of the WFP about enhancing cooperation between Syria and the organization, according to the Syria Times.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov said that the 17th meeting of the Astana formula on Syria should be held in the Kazakh capital after the 20th of next December, SANA reports.
An upcoming U.S. Russian meeting in Geneva between Brett McGurk and Sergey Vershinin will discuss the situation in Syria, according to Baladi News.
The regime will return to the areas under the control of the PYD, in a way similar to what happened in Daraa and under a decentralization formula, Fouad Alteiko writes in Nedaa Post.
The Russian-backed Fifth Corps of the Syrian government forces has recently started a campaign to recruit young men from the Syrian Desert, North Press reports.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stressed that Western countries impede efforts exerted for the return of the displaced Syrians, according to SANA.
The increase in the price of electricity in Syria will lead to cost-push inflation and send the economy into a deep recession, al-Modon says.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology (MSRT) signed on Monday an executive program on scientific, cultural, and research cooperation between Iran and Syria, according to SANA.
Syrian air defenses thwarted on Monday Israeli missile attack on military points in central and coastal areas of Syria, the Syria Times writes.
President Assad received in Damascus Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the UAE, to discuss bilateral relations, the Syrian Presidency Facebook page claims.
A spokesman of the AANES denied the existence of any dialogue between the SDF and the Syrian regime, according to al-Modon.
On Sunday, Russian military helicopters landed east of the Raqqa governorate, carrying Russian military advisers, according to Halab Today.
On Sunday, the Foreign Minister of Jordan, Ayman Safadi met UN Special Envoy to Syria Geir Pedersen to discuss the political solution to the Syrian crisis, the Jordan Times writes.
The recycling of solid waste in Syria is developing into a promising industry that can decrease imports and slow the outflow of foreign currency, according to SANA.
On Monday, a young man was killed in a joint security operation between the SDF and the International Coalition Forces, in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, Baladi News writes.
Education Minister Darem Tabbaa discussed with a delegation of the UNICEF means of benefitting the educational process on several levels, the Syria Times writes.
On Monday, Turkish authorities released Syrian journalist and media figure, Majed Shamaa, who was arrested as part of the banana issue, according to al-Hal.
Turkey and the Syrian regime have recently deployed army reinforcements into the countryside of Aleppo, northern Syria, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
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Russia has launched diplomatic efforts with various parties to contain a possible military escalation in northeastern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsast.
Ahmed al-Jarba, opposition figure and founder of Syria’s Tomorrow Mouvement, has visited Moscow to discuss the Syrian issue with Lavrov, according to al-Souria Net.
A Syrian journalist who took part in banana-based satire is being deported from Turkey despite being acquitted of wrongdoing, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Anas al-Abda has announced a visit by a delegation from the Coordinating Committee to Turkey to meet opposition and Turkish officials, according to Nedaa Post.
Two officers, one of which was a colonel, were mysteriously killed in Lattakia and Tartous governorates in western Syria, according to Baladi News.
As a Turkish operation in Northern Syria against the SDF looms, the Syrian Army is getting closer to the Kurdish-led group, according to al-Watan.
Syria strongly condemned the terrorist attack that targeted Iraqi Premier Mustafa al-Kadhimi, SANA reports.
Following their meeting on October 22nd, Nafta Bennett and Vladimir Putin have agreed to let Israel attack Iran in Syria, while Russia turns a blind eye, according to al-Modon.
A 17th round of Astana talks will be held in the Kazakh Capital Nur-Sultan in mid-December, according to the Syria Times.
The electricity company affiliated with HTS in Idleb has raised its fees, according to North Press.
Turkey has arrested 14 suspected members of ISIS in an operation launched in the southern state of Mersin, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
As a Turkish operation in Northeast Syria against the SDF looms, Russia is trying to get the regime and the SDF to cooperate more, according to Athr Press.
Syria and Russia on Wednesday discussed common electricity projects between the two friendly countries, SANA writes.
Next week, a delegation from the HRW plans to visit Denmark to discuss the recent increase in deportation of Syrian refugees, al-Souria Net writes.
Syria will lift subsidies on basic goods such as bread and gasoline for around 800,000 of its richest citizens, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Kurdish-Russian rapprochement is ongoing, as Turkey threatens to intervene militarily in Northeast Syria, according to Enab Baladi.
Lebanese news websites have claimed that Pope Francis will visit Syria soon, according to al-Watan.
Faisal al-Mekdad, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates, inaugurated the consular office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates in the Daraa governorate, according to al-Baath.
The co-chairman of the SDC has claimed that his organization hopes to unite with the Syrian opposition against tyranny, defending the Kurdish-Russian rapprochement, according to Nedaa Post.
Activists launched an online campaign on social media to prevent the deportation of Syrian journalist Majed Shamaa, who was arrested as part of the “banana issue”, according to al-Tareek.
Syria and Belarus discussed on Wednesday means of strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation in facing Western coercive measures, according to the Syria Times.
The Israeli enemy targeted the Damascus countryside for the second time this week, according to SANA.
Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby reaffirmed that Washington wants to maintain the “deconfliction channel” with Moscow in Northeast Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russia is trying to convince the SDF to withdraw from the Turkish border region, as Turkey threatens to intervene militarily, according to BasNews.
At least 84 civilians, including 22 children and 4 women, were killed in October as a result of the Syrian conflict, mostly at the hand of the regime, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
Riyadh, through its foreign minister, has claimed that it does not intend to get closer with Damascus at the moment, according to Athr Press.
Displaced children in the camps of Idleb are attending “tent schools”, which suffer from a lack of resources, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian regime removed Major General Hossam Luqa from his duties as head of the Daraa security committee, and appointed Major General Mufeed Abdel Karim instead, Enab Baladi writes.
Exports of Fruits and Vegetables from Syria to Iraq and Gulf States have decreased by more than 60%, after the ban on the export of potatoes, according to Athr Press.
A U.S. diplomat confirmed that President Joe Biden did not give the Turkish President a green light to launch a new attack against the SDF, according to North Press.
In October, Special Units of the SDF and the U.S.-led Global Coalition forces, arrested 57 members and leaders of ISIS in Northeastern Syria, North Press writes.
The Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Western countries are inciting the technical secretariat of the OPCW against Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Interpol announced at the beginning of the month of October that it was lifting the restrictive measures imposed on the Syrian regime, leading to concern among activists.
Clothing production in the regime-controlled areas in Syria decreased by 50%, as raw materials and electricity become more scarce, according to Enab Baladi.
An SDC claimed that the Turkish threats against northeast Syria were taken into consideration, calling on Syrians to unite in the face of aggression, according to North Press.
Assassinations in Daraa continue, as the regime still is not interested in establishing security in the province, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
The Syrian regime forces and Iranian militias pushed massive reinforcements to the vicinity of the city of al-Bab, which is controlled by Turkish and SNA Forces, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition has denied reports about a potential unity government between the SOC and the Syrian regime, according to Baladi News.
Pro-regime pages on Facebook have regretted the mysterious murder of two Syrian officers, according to al-Tareek.
The Syrian People’s Assembly has condemned the decision by the Turkish parliament to extend the operation in Syria, which Damascus sees as an aggression on its territory, according to SANA.
Aldar Khalil, a senior leader of the Kurdish PYD, has called for direct negotiations between the Kurds and Assad, as a Turkish operation threatens Northeast Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
COVID spreads in regime-controlled areas, the Central Bank of Syria denies the issuance of a new larger banknote, and Israel bombs Damascus’ suburb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Four Russian warplanes landed in northeast Syria, at the Qamishli International Airport, less than 100 km from a U.S. military base, North Press writes.
Exclusive sources have disclosed new details about Israel using rockets to target Hezbollah and Iranian militia positions near the town of al-Dimas in Rural Damascus, according to Sawt al-Asima.
A source at the Foreign Ministry has claimed that the policies of occupation and demographic change imposed by Erdogan in Syria are a threat to peace in the world, according to SANA.
Russian forces conducted airstrikes in northern Syria on Saturday in the vicinity of refugee camps near the Syrian-Turkish border, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
A Russian military expert said that the U.S. cannot destroy the air defense system of Russia, noting it successfully shot down U.S. cruise missiles in Syria in 2018, according to al-Watan.
Activists on Twitter have launched a campaign to save 1,000 cases of cancer, heart, and other diseases by bringing patients from Idleb to Turkey for treatment, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A local relief group warned that thousands of displaced Syrian families are facing harsh winter in opposition-held areas amid poverty and destitution, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Another Syrian journalist was arrested in Turkey as part of the Banana case controversy, where Turkish citizens blamed Syrians for the scarcity of bananas, according to al-Hal.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit said that Syria could return to its seat at the next summit of the Arab League in case there is a consensus between member states, according to Athr Press.
The Deputy Permanent Representative of China to the UN, Geng Shuang has reiterated his country’s support to Syria in its fight against terrorism and unjust coercive measures, SANA writes.
Syria reiterated its continued work to liberate all its territory from occupation and terrorism, all whilst working on a political solution to the conflict, according to the Syria Times.
In IDP camps north of Idleb, Syrian women are living in difficult conditions, as they don’t even have access to their right to privacy, according to SY-24.
The photo of a one-legged Syrian father with his young son born without upper or lower limbs won photo of the year at the Siena International Photo Award, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The direct and indirect losses resulting from the shortage of electricity are estimated at 4,081 billion Syrian pounds, B2B writes.
The HTS has announced the end of the fighting with the Abu Fatima group in Jabal al-Turkman, north of Lattakia, Baladi News writes.
The UN Special Envoy to Syria has claimed that progress was still possible in the Constitutional Talks to reach a political solution to the war in Syria, according to North Press.
On Tuesday night, Turkey sent a large military convoy to Syria as reinforcements, as a military operation against the SDF seems imminent, according to Baladi News.
There is reportedly a great degree of dissatisfaction in Moscow with the Assad regime and how it is handling the crisis in Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
Observers were surprised by the fact that the city of Bosra al-Sham, a stronghold of the eighth brigade, was excluded from the settlement agreements, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria participated in the 7th International Forum for Religion and Peace held in Moscow, represented by the Minister of Education, according to the Syria Times.
On Wednesday, Russian warplanes bombarded armed opposition factions bastions in the south of Idleb, northwest Syria, North Press reports.
The Electricity Ministry and the Iranian Bimanir Company have signed a 99.5 million euro contract to rehabilitate the Mharda power plant, SANA reports.
The Association of Importers and Exporters of Medicines and Medical Equipment submitted a proposal to the ministry of health to localize the production of the Russian COVID-19 vaccine in Syria, according to Syria Steps.
The parliament of Turkey has extended the mandate to launch cross-border operations in Syria and Iraq by two more years, despite the rejection by the main opposition CHP, Zaman al-Wasl writes.
Intelligence briefings given to Israeli MPs indicate that Iran is attempting to reinforce its anti-air capacities to fight Israel in the sky, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The economic crisis in Syria is threatening the old publishing houses of Damascus, according to Syria TV.
The Egyptian Minister of Petroleum and the Lebanese Minister of Energy discussed the necessary procedures to transfer Egyptian gas to Lebanon through Syria and Jordan, SANA reports.
A court in Denmark has started hearing the case against a group of Danish fuel supply companies, accused of violating EU sanctions by selling jet fuel to the Syrian Regime, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
A Russian military police convoy was targeted with an explosive device in Syria, according to the Russian Ministry of Defense, SANA writes.
HTS was able to push the leader of Junud al-Sham, Muslim al-Shishani, to withdraw from the northern Lattakia countryside, paving the way for a large-scale military operation, according to al-Modon.
Citizens in Syria are complaining of the sharp increase in prices, worrying that the recent rise in energy prices might lead to even more inflation, according to al-Watan.
On Tuesday, Syrian government forces and armed opposition factions exchanged bombardment in the area around Idleb, in the de-escalation zone of Northwestern Syria, according to North Press.
Turkish media outlets reported on a meeting between the SNA and Turkish officials aimed at preparing a military operation against the SDF in northern Syria, according to the Syrian News Agency.
On Monday morning, an Israeli drone targeted positions of Hezbollah and pro-regime militiamen in the southern Syrian governorate of Quneitra, according to Baladi News.
The cabinet of the Syrian regime has launched a project in Eastern Ghouta to address climate change and water shortages, in collaboration with UN organizations, according to Enab Baladi.
The Syrian government has announced that it will gradually raise the price of electricity in Syria in all sectors, including domestic and industrial consumption, al-Hal reports.
Zaman al-Wasl presents through a testimony of an eye-witness a horrific crime committed by Assad on a whole family, burned to death.
The Deputy Foreign and Expatriates Minister received a delegation of the Syrian-Russian Medical Council headed by Dr. Fadi Issawi to discuss cooperation between the two countries, SANA writes.
Leaks by sources close to the regime are hinting that the latter might introduce a new 10,000 Syrian pound banknote as the national currency experiences a violent devaluation, according to Thiqa Agency.
The Russian Reconciliation Center announced that several militiamen conducted attacks in the countryside of Aleppo and Lattakia areas despite the de-escalation zone, according to North Press.
Syria has condemned yet another “aggression” by the Israeli occupation forces against the southern region of Syria, according to SANA.
The sixth round of Syrian Constitutional Committee talks ended in total disappointment as the delegations could not agree on a consensus and as no new date was set for the next meeting.
The U.S. kills a senior al-Qaeda figure in Syria, Assad diverts funds from international humanitarian aid, and China condemns the Damascus bus attack. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Analysts predict that next year’s 2022 budget deficit will be much higher than expected, and might be covered by printing money, according to Baladi News.
The EU has condemned the execution by the Syrian regime of 24 people convicted of arson in coastal Syria, according to Levant News.
All health centers in Syria will be able to provide citizens with the Covid vaccine, in an attempt to fight the surge of the virus, SANA reports.
The ambassador of Iran to Syria has claimed that his country supports Syria in its ongoing war against terrorism, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. military said on Friday that it has killed a senior al-Qaeda leader in the countryside of Raqqa through a drone strike, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Muslim al-Shishani threatened to wage war on Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) if it attacks its headquarters in rural Lattakia, according to al-Souria Net.
Shelling by the Syrian Assad regime killed 13 people Wednesday in the opposition-held province of Idleb, as a retaliation to a bus attack in Damascus, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The shadowy Qasioun Brigades rebel group has claimed responsibility for the Damascus bus attack that killed 14 regime soldiers, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A meeting between the National Defense Militia and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Council failed to ease the tensions between the two regime allies in rural Deir-ez-Zor, according to al-Hal.
The Tanf U.S. military position in southern Syria was attacked on Wednesday, but no injuries were recorded, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
On Wednesday, Syria executed 24 people accused of igniting last year’s wildfires, which left 3 people dead and burnt thousands of hectares of forests, according to Athr Press.
The sixth round of Syrian Constitutional Committee talks will not lead to any major breakthrough, as the regime continues its policy of obstruction, according to Mohamad Sarmini in the Nedaa Post.
The U.S. embassy in Syria has condemned the recent upsurge of violence in the war-torn country, according to North Press.
The U.S. position on Syria has shifted to become more committed to ceasefire and de-escalation, according to al-Hal.
The U.S. has abandoned its allies in Syria after it was defeated there, according to Bassam Abou Abdallah in al-Watan.
President Bashar al-Assad on Wednesday made a telephone call with Sheikh Mohammad bin Zayed al-Nahyan to discuss bilateral relations between Syria and the UAE, SANA reports.
An attack near a bus carrying Syrian soldiers in the Syrian capital Damascus led to the death of 14 regime soldiers, sparking vengeful promises from the regime and condemnation by Russia and Iran, according to SANA and Syrian TV.
The bodies of Syrian refugees trying to get to Europe were found in a bus in eastern Austria, according to the Step News Agency.
A brutal officer from the Republican Guard has died under obscure circumstances, according to Baladi News.
Syrian refugees who returned to Syria between 2017 and 2021 from Lebanon and Jordan faced grave human rights abuses and persecution at the hands of the Syrian government and affiliated militias, Human Rights Watch said.
Fighting between the National Defense militia and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor is getting more violent, as both sides bring in reinforcement, according to SY-24.
The representation of Syria’s Kurdish population in the Constitutional Committee is deemed too small and unfair, according to North Press.
Low levels of registration are hampering the vaccination campaign in Syria, where COVID is wreaking havoc, according to al-Watan.
Kurdish authorities in northeast Syria have handed over to Britain three children from a camp housing the families of suspected ISIS fighters, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
On Tuesday, the Syrian Constitutional Committee finished its meetings for the second consecutive day at its sixth session, focusing on security and the military, according to the Syrian News Agency.
UNHCR chief, Filippo Grandi, has come under heavy criticism after he suggested that the international community should work with the regime to ensure the return of refugees, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi confirmed that Egypt, Cyprus, and Greece are firmly committed to the territorial integrity of Syria, SANA reports.
Europe has embraced Rifaat al-Assad, despite his corruption scandals and his reputation as the butcher of Hama and Tadmor, Sam Hamad writes in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Mazloum Abdi, Commander-in-Chief of the SDF claimed that Northeast Syria is entering a new phase, where it will find ways to overcome many challenges, according to North Press.
On Tuesday, the sixth round of Syrian Constitutional Committee talks resumed for the second day in Geneva, focusing on the military and security, according to the Syrian News Agency.
Two parties from the Turkish opposition are criticizing how the ruling AKP has handled the Syrian crisis, and in particular its policies towards integrating refugees, according to al-Modon.
President Bashar al-Assad decided to establish a fund to support renewable energies and raise energy efficiency in Syria, according to the Syria Times.
In its first official arrest warrant after being readmitted to Interpol, Syria has called for the arrest of Samir Geagea, chairman of the Lebanese Forces party, for attacking Syrians and conspiring against the regime, according to al-Hal.
Teachers in the opposition-held Aleppo countryside are striking against low salaries and poor educational practices, but local authorities are threatening to fire them, al-Souria Net writes.
During the first day of the Syrian Constitutional Committee’s sixth session, “the principle of the Syrian Arab Republic’s sovereignty” was discussed at length, according to al-Souria Net.
An Israeli army official responded to Russian accusations that Israel was using air cover to carry out strikes in Syria, adding that air traffic safety is one of the military’s top priorities, according to Baladi News.
A pregnant woman was tortured to death by the Turkish intelligence in the town of Afrin after she was accused of detonating a car bomb, a rights group claimed, according to North Press.
The opening of the “Foundation for Polygamy” in the town of Azaz, in Syria, was met with humor and outrage by Syrians over social media, especially since the region is witnessing a harsh economic crisis, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Urban planning is threatening the industrial area of Qaboun, leading industrialists to propose a deadline for their transfer, according to Athr Press.
A report revealed that the Syrian regime confiscated millions of dollars from detainees in the infamous Sednaya prison, according to SY-24.
U.S. occupation forces brought in reinforcements to their positions in Hassakeh, Northeastern Syria, SANA writes.
Iran threatens Israel, unrest in Idleb, and Syria discusses relations with Serbia. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Syria and the UNHCR discussed means of securing the appropriate environment for the return of the displaced to their home areas, the Syria Times writes.
The two co-chairs of the Constitutional Committee, representing both the regime and the opposition, held their first direct meeting, according to Syria TV and al-Souria Net.
Anas al-Abdah has confirmed that the Syrian opposition has lobbied with western capitals to convince them not to normalize ties with the regime, according to the Syrian News Agency.
Syria’s Response Coordinators alerted of a great danger after the recent regime escalation in northern Idleb, according to Baladi News.
Bassam Hashem explains how regional dynamics are proving that the “war on Syria” and the Caesar Act were pointless and vain, in an op-ed to the Baath Newspaper.
President Assad received yesterday the Russian President’s Special Envoy for Syria Alexander Lavrentiev and Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Vershinin to discuss cooperation with Russia, according to SANA.
Syria has accused Israeli forces of assassinating Medhat al-Saleh, a former MP who had spent 12 years in jail in Israel, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Facebook has published a list of opposition groups in Syria in order to control the content shared by users about them, according to Athr Press.
As winter nears, the already precarious population of opposition-held areas in northern Syria is at risk, Baladi News reports.
An Israeli airstrike in central Syria killed one Syrian soldier and three pro-Iranian fighters on Wednesday, a Britain-based war monitor said, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Faisal al-Mekdad encouraged the Syrian community in Serbia to invest in their homeland, especially after the issuance of the new investment law, according to SANA.
Turkish Defense Minister renewed his threat to launch an operation against the YPG in northeastern Syria, following attacks on Turkish officers and villages, according to al-Souria Net.
Losses in the energy sector in Syria since the beginning of the war are close to 100 billion dollars, according to al-Watan.
The decision by the UK to remove sanctions on Syrian businessmen close to the regime raises questions about London’s policy towards Syria, according to Enab Baladi
The U.S. Secretary of State said on Wednesday that his country rules out normalization with the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad, according to the Daily Sabah.
Attempts by Turkey to merge Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) with the Syrian National Army (SNA) are “impossible”, a Syrian opposition figure told North Press.
The “paper” provided by Jordan to western capitals about Syria includes re-engaging with the regime and providing it with incentives to commit to a political transition, according to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates held on Tuesday separate meetings with his Lebanese counterpart and the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister to discuss cooperation, according to the Syria Times.
The Eighth Brigade, which is prominent in the Daraa governorate and led by Ahmed al-Awda, no longer receives financial support from Russia, and is therefore financially subjected to the Syrian regime, according to al-Souria Net.
The leader of the Syrian opposition has claimed that the U.S. does not intend to normalize ties with the Syrian regime, stressing the importance of U.S.-Turkish coordination on Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
Ali Rami Makhlouf, the son of a crony and cousin of the Syrian President, appeared while driving a luxury car alongside an Israeli model in Los Angeles, according to al-Hal.
Military developments in northern Syria point to an imminent military operation by Turkey and its allies against the Kurdish-dominated SDF, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Minister of Economy and Foreign Trade Mohammad Samer al-Khalil encouraged investors to take advantage of ‘great and promising’ investment opportunities in Syria, SANA reports.
Settlement centers established in the countryside of Daraa witnessed low turnout by militants, North Press reports.
Normalization with the Assad regime is accelerating, as the Biden Administration focuses on the far-east, according to Ashraq al-Awsat.
The intensification of the conflict in Northern Syria, between the SDF and Turkish-backed groups, signals a change in the region’s realities, according to al-Souria Net.
Four officers of the Syrian regime army have died under varying circumstances, according to the Shaam Network.
President Bashar al-Assad, commander-in-chief of the army and armed forces, issued an administrative order ending the retention and summons of various reserve officers and personnel, according to al-Baath.
After the visit of the Iranian Foreign Minister, sources in Iran claimed that a favorable change in dynamic in the Middle East was ongoing, al-Watan writes.
During a meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement, Faisal al-Mekdad met with the heads of several delegations, according to The Syria Times.
On Monday evening, a Russian warplane launched an airstrike on the Turkish area of operations “The Euphrates Shield”, in northern Syria, Baladi News reports.
Syria has strongly condemned the unjust European Union (EU) decision to extend the illegitimate unilateral coercive measures imposed on the Center for Scientific Studies and Research, SANA writes.
Turkey, which is seeking to fight the Kurdish-majority SDF, has strengthened its military presence in Idleb, despite U.S. criticism, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Media close to the Syrian regime have hinted that it intends to take control of the entire eastern countryside of the Daraa governorate, according to al-Souria Net.
Two Turkish police officers were killed, and two others injured last Sunday in a missile attack by the Syrian Kurdish YPG, near the town of Azaz, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
President Bashar al-Assad issued two decrees impeaching two judges for violation of laws and regulations, according to Al-Watan.
Turkish presidential spokesman underlined that his country has the right to send troops to Syria, just like Russia and the United States, according to Thiqa Agency.
Syria strongly condemned statements by the Prime Minister of the Israel occupation entity on increasing the number of Zionist settlers in the occupied Syrian Golan, SANA writes.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition political committee held its periodic meeting, in which it discussed the escalation around Idleb and the meeting with U.S. officials, the SOC Media Department writes.
Four people were killed and others injured last Monday when a car bomb exploded in the center of Afrin city in the northern Aleppo countryside, Baladi News reports.
Authorities were able to foil the smuggling of around 800,000 captagon pills headed towards the Gulf from Syria through Jordan, according to Athr Press.
Rifaat al-Assad back to Syria, an Israeli attack on pro-government positions kills two, and Interpol welcomes the regime back. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Bashar al-Assad welcomed on Saturday Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian to discuss cooperation and international developments, SANA reports.
The Syrian Minister of Electricity warned that the winter ahead won’t be warm, due to large shortages of gas and fuel, according to Syriasteps.
By establishing itself again as the sponsor of settlement agreements in southern Syria, Russia was able to consolidate its influence in the Jordanian border area, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad claimed that the rapprochement between Syria and its Arab brethren will help improve the livelihood of Syrians, according to al-Watan.
Young people have completely disappeared from the markets of the eastern city of Deir-ez-Zor, as the regime launches a campaign to capture them and enroll them in the army, according to SY-24.
Syria still isn’t safe for the return of refugees and displaced people, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) said on Friday in a report, according to North Press.
The President of the Syrian Opposition formed a committee to follow up on the recent decision by Interpol to readmit the Assad Regime, the SOC Media Departement claimed.
The regime has demanded that fighters in the Eighth Brigade in the countryside of Daraa hand over their weapons as part of the “settlements agreements”, al-Souria Net reports.
The Syrian regime reported that the infamous Officer Khaddour died after a heart attack, but some claim he was killed by an ISIS ambush, according to al-Tareeq.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin, regional developments and bilateral relations, according to the Daily Sabah.
In a tripartite meeting held in Amman, the Ministers of Energy of Syria, Jordan, and Lebanon agreed on details of an electricity transfer plan between the three countries, according to al-Araby a-Jadeed.
The Director of Jordanian general intelligence confirmed that Jordan’s relations with Damascus have improved, and now focus on common security and economic challenges, according to al-Watan.
Germany has announced that it will donate 71 million euros to Syrian refugees in Jordan and Lebanon, according to Enab Baladi.
Many medical centers and hospitals in Idleb announced that the humanitarian support they receive from organizations has ceased, according to Baladi News.
Russian airstrikes targeted Turkish-backed armed opposition factions’ sites south of Idleb, northwest Syria, according to North Press.
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) handed over a number of children and wives of ISIS members to a German and a Danish delegation, North Press reports,
A Syrian opposition figure said that Interpol granting the regime access to its communications network endangers the lives of millions, Nedaa Post writes.
The UAE Economy Minister praised the “partnership” between his country and the Syrian regime of Bashar al-Assad in trade and other economic fields, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Jordanian Prime Minister Bisher al-Khasawneh has reiterated his keenness on boosting cooperation between Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, SANA reports.
Syrian social media users and pages mourned the death of Palestinian-Syrian tourism tycoon Osman al-Aidi, at the age of about 90, according to Enab Baladi.
A third tanker carrying Iranian fuel for distribution in Lebanon has reached Syria, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Locals in Azaz, Aleppo’s countryside, are resorting to motorbike taxis, as regular means of transport became too onerous, according to Enab Baladi.
An Iranian general was kidnapped by Tel Avivi to be exchanged for information about the whereabouts of a missing Israeli pilot, according to Rai al-Yom.
Large-scale police raids in three German states targeted an Islamic money-laundering network that reportedly funneled millions in ill-gotten gains to Turkey and Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The lockdown, imposed by the AANES to fight the spread of Covid-19, has deeply affected the IDPs in the region, according to North Press.
The Syrian film “Lost Childhood”, which focuses on the condition of children in Idleb, has won first prize in its category at the DIG Festival in Italy, SY-24 reports.
As Syria witnesses a rather dry year, crop production dramatically fell and farmers are facing a dilemma, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister claimed that Egypt and Russia converge on the importance of restoring the stability and territorial integrity of Syria, Baladi News reports.
The economic and energy crises in Lebanon are an opportunity for Assad to restore his regime’s regional status, al-Araby al-Jadeed writes.
Syria and China have criticized the OPCW’s unfairness on the Syrian chemical file, claiming that terrorist groups are behind attacks, according to the Syria Times.
The Syrian opposition-held Idleb has been witnessing a peak in coronavirus infections for the last few months, reaching a daily rate of 1,000 cases, according to North Press.
The pavilion of Syria at Expo Dubai 2020 has attracted wide interest, 10 years after Syria’s last participation, SANA reports.
Five Syrians were sentenced for killing soldiers at the Battle of Arsal in 2014 by the military court in Lebanon, which had previously practiced abuse and arbitrary detention against refugees, according to Enab Baladi.
In Lattakia, some people are removing nylon bags from landfills to recycle and sell them in the market, despite this being a threat to public health, according to Athr Press.
The phone call between King Abdullah II of Jordan and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad could pave the way for the restoration of Arab-Syrian relations.
In a press conference with his Russian counterpart, the Egyptian Foreign Minister claimed that Cairo is willing to get Syria out of its crisis as it is part of Arab national security, according to Nedaa Post.
The Syrian opposition president, Samer al-Meslet, has hinted that the U.S. favors the Kurdish-dominated SDF in Syria, at the expense of the opposition, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
Syrian-Emirati talks were held between the ministers of economy of the two countries and an agreement on the reactivation of the Joint Businessmen Council was reached, according to al-Watan.
The air defense systems protecting the Hemeimeem base shot down a drone launched by a terrorist organization deployed in Idleb towards the base in the Lattakia countryside, according to the Syria Times.
The YPG in Syria just received more funding and military equipment from the U.S., despite Turkey considering it as a threat to its national security, the Daily Sabah says.
On Sunday evening, the Syrian National Army’s military police seized a narcotic pills factory in the town of Jindires, close to Afrin, that belongs to a military commander of the SNA, Baladi News reports.
The Minister of Economy and Foreign Trade discussed with the Commissioner-General of China Pavilion at Expo 2020 means of enhancing cooperation between the two countries, according to SANA.
The Minister of Internal Trade and Consumer Protection claimed that the phone bill is a criterion that determines whether the phone owner deserves government support, Sawt al-Asima reports.
The U.S. denies plans to normalize ties with the Syrian regime, COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc in Syria, and Syria participates in Expo 2020 in Dubai. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Bashar al-Assad held on Sunday a phone call with Jordan’s King Abdullah II to discuss bilateral relations and boosting joint cooperation, SANA writes.
A “secret” Jordanian document has proposed a new approach to dealing with the Syrian regime, with support from Washington, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Egyptian Foreign Minister claimed his country would actively help Syria regain its “position within the framework of Arab national security,” according to al-Sourai Net.
On Saturday, members of a Turkish-backed faction cut down dozens of forest and olive trees in the countryside of Afrin, according to North Press.
Turkey has warned, after a summit with Russia, that targeting civilians harms the stability of Syria and disturbs the “fragile balance” in the region, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The vice president of the opposition SNC, said that the U.S. should give the Syrian issue the importance it deserves, according to Baladi News.
The opening of a ‘floating island’, off the coast of Lattakia, with onerous luxurious resorts and touristic places was just announced, according to al-Hal.
British Journalist and activist Vanessa Beeley claimed the west practiced media disinformation during the past ten years of the terrorist war on Syria, according to the Syria Times.
Iran and Russia are competing over for influence in Syria by working to portray themselves as protectors of Syria’s heritage, according to Syria TV.
The Assistant Foreign and Expatriates Minister Ayman Sousan claimed Syria has nearly triumphed over conspiracy, which means no one can impose anything on it against its national interests, according to SANA.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan revealed that he agreed with Russian President Vladimir Putin to implement a “final and sustainable solution” to the conflict in Syria, Athr Press reports.
COVID-19 is violently hitting all areas of Syria, regardless of political and military barriers, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian National Coalition (SNC) stressed that Russian aggression has failed to silence the voice of freedom, six years after the intervention of Russia in Syria, according to al-Tariq.
Egyptian and Syrian MPs welcomed the meeting between the Foreign ministers of Egypt and Syria as a positive step towards the restoration of ties, according to al-Watan.
U.S. officials met with representatives of the Syrian National Coalition, reaffirming their country’s commitment to a political solution in Syria, according to al-Tariq.
A delegation of the SDC visited Washington, where it received confirmation that the U.S. will keep supporting stability in Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
The U.S. has no plans to normalize diplomatic ties with the Syrian regime, and does not encourage others to do so, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
Syria recorded 147 deaths between September 12th and 28th, most of which were caused by traffic accidents, murders, and suicides, according to Sawt al-Asima.
A delegation of the Syrian opposition met with the UN Secretary-General, emphasizing the need to reach a just political transition in Syria, according to the SOC media office.
Infighting between gunmen of a Turkish-backed faction in the town of Ras al-Ayn in northeast Syria left at least three dead, according to North Press.
The U.S. State Department made two statements about the rapprochement between Jordan and the Assad regime, that vary between “welcoming” to “reviewing” the announcement, according to al-Souria Net.
COVID-19 continues to wreak havoc in Northwestern Syria, as 12 patients died and 1,270 news infections were recorded in 24 hours, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The UN special envoy to Syria Geir Pedersen revealed that the sixth meeting of the Constitutional Committee will be held in Geneva on October 18th, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian delegation to the UNGA, headed by Foreign Minister Faisal al-Mekdad, returned to Damascus on Tuesday, after a short stop in Egypt, according to al-Watan.
On Wednesday, the Jaber-Nasib border crossing between Syria and Jordan was reopened for trade and travel, according to the Syria Times.
In a press conference, Ilham Ahmed claimed that the PKK fought extremism, and expressed the SDC’s willingness to dialogue with the Assad regime and Turkey, according to Syria TV.
The Jordanian Prime Minister stressed the need to enhance cooperation with Syria, as a ministerial delegation from Damascus visits Amman, according to the Syria Times.
Grenade attacks and security incidents are becoming more and more widespread in Syria, as the regime’s security agencies remain absent, according to SY-24.
Washington has assured the Syrian Kurds it backs that they are not at risk of an American withdrawal, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
The Syrian army has deployed at the “Point Zero” of the Bravo borderline with the occupied territories of the Syrian Golan, according to Athr Press.
Serbian companies might invest in oil shale to generate electricity in Syria, SANA reports.
Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad affirmed during the UNGA that Syria’s war against terrorism will continue until it eliminates it, according to SANA.
Inflation is pushing Syrians to forego basic commodities, a trend the government hopes to fight through price controllers, according to a-Hal.
The numbers circulating about the outmigration of industrialists from Syria to Egypt are exaggerated, as Egypt is far from being a panacea for these investors, according to Al-Watan.
Salem al-Meslet said that the United States must pressure the Bashar al-Assad regime to accept a political transition in Syria, according to the Daily Sabah.
A joint delegation of opposition figures met with EU diplomats to discuss the need to ensure a just political transition in Syria, according to the SOC Media Office.
Three Germans of Syrian origin won the general elections in Germany last Sunday with the Greens and the SDP, according to Syria TV.
Ministerial delegations from Syria met with their counterparts from Jordan and Lebanon to discuss cooperation in various fields, according to SANA.
A Syrian refugee living in Germany and former agent in the Syrian security services, has illegally entered Syria to meet officers in the Air Force Intelligence, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
Russia asks Israel to convince the U.S. on Syria, COVID19 wreaks havoc, and an anti-ISIS operation by the SDF. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Opposition to the presence of mostly Syrian refugees in Turkey is on the rise, leading to racist incidents, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syrian Industrialists are moving to Egypt, where they enjoy economic freedom and access to the global market, according to Athr Press.
The cost of accommodation in some private hospitals in Damascus reached seven million Syrian pounds per night for COVID-19 patients, Sowt al-Asima reports.
For the third time, Russia has targeted factions close to Turkey in Northwestern Syria, ahead of a summit between Erdogan and Putin, according to al-Souria Net.
During the first half of 2021, Syria issued 2,000 precautionary seizure decisions, worth more than 5.5 billion SYP, according to B2B.
The Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sameh Shoukry met his Syrian counterpart, Faisal Mekdad, on Friday, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, according to North Press.
Sergei Vershinin and Geir Pedersen discussed the advancement of the political process to resolve the crisis in war-torn Syria, according to SANA.
The Russian escalation in Idleb is a way for Moscow to weaken Turkey’s position ahead of talks scheduled later this month, according to Baladi News.
The Secretary-General of the Arab League met a delegation of the Syrian opposition on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly session, according to North Press.
An official from the Ministry of Health explained that the surge in COVID-19 cases in Syria can be explained by the increased testing capacities of the health sector, according to the Baath Newspaper.
A fifth fuel convoy crossed from Syria to Lebanon after unloading Iranian fuel-laden ships in the Syrian port of Baniyas, according to al-Souria Net.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mekdad, has reiterated the need to lift the unilateral coercive measures imposed by the United States and its Western allies on Syria, according to SANA.
The Syrian Minister of Water Resources discussed with the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates ways to enhance joint cooperation in water and energy, according to The Syria Times.
Two children die every week in al-Hol, one of the overcrowded Syrian camps where families with suspected links to the Islamic State group are stranded, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The governor of the Central Bank in Syria warned businessmen against breaking the law and its instructions, according to al-Watan.
Anti-refugee incidents have become increasingly prominent in crisis-hit Lebanon, which hosts a large Syrian community. The Syrian Observer sits with Jasmin Diab, assistant professor of Migration Studies at the Lebanese American University to discuss how the crisis affected this vulnerable group.
The Foreign Minister of the regime, Faisal Mekdad, met his Cuban and Kazakh counterparts cooperation during the 76th session of the UN general assembly, according to SANA.
The International Coalition and HTS leader al-Joulani are cooperating to get rid of the Guardians of Religion group, according to Athr Press.
The Turkish President addresses the 76th UN general assembly and talks about the Syrian Crisis, according to the Anadolu News Agency.
The Dutch statistics agency CBS claimed that nearly a third of Syrian refugees present in the Netherlands have obtained dutch citizenship, according to Syria TV.
Who is Ethan Goldrich, the new Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, with responsibility for the Levant and Syria engagement.
Mohammed al-Momani, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Jordanian Senate expressed his country’s willingness to promote stability in Syria, according to al-Watan.
A 13 years old young Syrian boy, who turned out to be an asylum seeker, was found alone crying in a train station in the Netherlands, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A fire broke out in the Real Estate Registry building in Hama, in what observers deemed to be an attempt by the Syrian government to dispossess indigenous from their property and conduct demographic change, according to Baladi News.
Military Security’s General Louay al-Ali was subjected to “humiliation” at a checkpoint belonging to the Fifth Division of the Syrian Army in Daraa, according to al-Hal.
On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, the AANES called on all Syrian parties to put aside their political interests and work towards peace in the country, according to North Press.
A Dutch court convicted two Syrian brothers of holding senior roles in the Jabhat al-Nusra extremist group, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Following the meeting between Bashar al-Assad and Vladimir Putin, Assad finds himself torn between the conflicting demands of Russia and Iran, according to Baladi News.
The opening of a crossing between areas controlled by the HTS and those controlled by the regime are clear signs of the complicity between these two, according to North Press.
The SDF is seizing schools in Hassakeh and turning them into military bases, leading to great suffering among students, according to SANA.
Despite poor services, telecommunication companies in regime-held Syria have raised their fees by up to 100%, according to al-Souria Net.
An official from the Ministry of Health has confirmed that the occupancy rate of Covid-19 ICU beds in Damascus has reached 100%, according to al-Baath Newspaper.
As income levels in Syria fall sharply, a new wave of outmigration by young Syrians is threatening the country’s skills and abilities, according to Athr Press.
President Bashar al-Assad issued an order to allocate a financial grant that includes all those wounded as a result of military operations from the security forces, SANA reports.
A drone targeted a car in the Idleb countryside, with rumors pointing out at the assassination of leaders of the Guardians of Religion Organization, al-Souria Net writes.
The Lebanese newspaper “Annahar” confirmed that Russia’s Putin agreed with Bashar al-Assad to take control of the remaining areas of Syria under the control of the SDF or the opposition, according to Nedaa Post.
The Foreign and Expatriates Ministry in Syria strongly condemned the ‘aggressive actions’ of the Turkish regime, which violate international law, according to SANA.
The Syrian defense minister met the Chief of Staff of the Jordanian Armed Forces in an official visit to Jordan, according to the Syria Times.
Iran has lost out in economic competition to Russia and other countries in Syria, according to the deputy chairman of the Syrian-Iranian Chamber of Commerce, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
IS group launched attacks in the Syrian Desert region over the weekend, resulting in the deaths of several Syrian regime militia fighters, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
On Monday, Damascus government forces bombed Turkish-backed Syrian armed opposition factions around Idleb and Lattakia, resulting in material damages, according to North Press.
The U.S. does not intend to withdraw from Syria in the near future, and is working to build an Arab armed group to protect it, according to Athr Press.
Syria said that gas was re-pumped to the Arab Gas Pipeline, as maintenance works were completed after an attack, according to SANA.
COVID continues to wreak havoc in Syria, the U.S. considering exemptions from the Caesar Act to ensure the flow of energy to Lebanon, and a meeting between German officials and the opposition. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian regime is extracting political and economic benefits from the passage of Iranian oil through Syria to Lebanon, according to al-Souria Net.
On Sunday, Faisal al-Mekdad left for New York to participate in the 76th session of the UN General Assembly, which takes place next Tuesday and lasts for nearly a week, according to al-Watan.
Sweden plans to take action against refugees who live there and hold residency permits, but then go to visit their home country, according to SY-24.
A meeting in Sochi at the end of the month is scheduled between Putin and Erdogan in order to determine the future of Idleb, among other files, according to Baladi News.
Members of the government Forces’ 4th Division were killed and injured after an unknown assailant targeted their convoy near Deir-ez-Zor, according to North Press.
The Islamic State claimed an attack on a natural gas pipeline near the Syrian capital, that led to power outages in the city and its surroundings, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Opposition President Salem al-Meslet the international community for its lack of interest in the political solution in Syria, in favor of solely humanitarian issues, according to the Daily Sabah.
Yahya al-Aridi, the spokesman for the Syrian High Negotiations Committee (HNC) criticized a statement by the Russian Foreign Ministry about the legitimacy of the regime, according to SY-24.
A delegation from the SDC visited Russia where it met with Russian Foreign Ministry representatives to discuss dialogue with the regime, according to al-Souria Net.
The regime’s Minister of Finance issued a decision to seize a group of traders and companies in Homs after they imported smuggled sugar, according to Nedaa Post.
Turkey’s Erdogan is finding itself more and more isolated in Syria, and Russia stresses on the importance of liberating in Idleb, according to al-Watan.
The representative of Syria in the UN has emphasized the need to lift the sanctions on the country immediately, as they harm the state’s effort in the humanitarian and developmental fields, according to the Syria Times.
The minister of Education and the vice-president of the Novosibirsk province discussed increased cooperation between Syria and Russia on higher education and research, according to SANA.
Hezbollah began bringing Iranian fuel into Lebanon via Syria to ease an energy crisis, a move that might expose the country to U.S. sanctions, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hazem Saghieh reflects on the new dynamic emerging between Syria and Lebanon, as a new government is formed in Beirut with many pro-Syria figures, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria’s representative to the UN called on the Human Rights Council to end practices of the Turkish regime which uses water to achieve political gains, according to SANA.
Airstrikes from unidentified drones killed three pro-Iran fighters in Deir-ez-Zor, according to the Daily Star.
The summit in Moscow between Assad and Putin dealt with military, political and economic files, according to Sputnik Arabi.
The local council in the al-Bab city issued a decision requiring female students in schools to wear the hijab and adhere to strict rules, according to Baladi News.
Behind closed doors, a meeting is being held in Amman between international stakeholders to discuss normalization with Syria, according to Nedaa Post.
Pedersen discussed with the Syrian opposition the new constitution talks and how to ensure that the political process achieves some progress, according to al-Souria Net.
Government forces entered the town of Muzayrib in the countryside of Daraa, accompanied by Russian military police, according to North Press.
The Al-Qaterji militia has resumed the transport of oil from areas controlled by the SDF to Assad regime areas, according to the Syrian News Agency.
A class of war profiteers, that have become wealthy as a result of the war in Syria, is emerging in SDF-controlled North and East Syria, according to Baladi News.
As Syria rolls out its vaccination plan, turnout is increasing but some are still fearful, according to al-Watan.
A summit was held in Moscow between Assad and Putin, during which they discussed bilateral cooperation between the two countries, according to SANA.
Syria is still not safe for the return of refugees a decade after its conflict began, U.N. war crimes investigators said on Tuesday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The recent concessions by Damascus on the new constitution talks are a way for Russia to extract concessions from the U.S., according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Russian warplanes continue to bombard HTS and Turkish-backed factions in Northern Syria, according to North Press.
As Lebanon prepares to receive much-needed Egyptian gas through Syria, the general impression is that this bargain would allow the regime to rehabilitate itself regionally.
Excerpts from an op-ed by Wael Sawah, in which he calls on the Syrian opposition to suspend the political process and the new constitution talks as the regime continues its violent attacks on civilians.
An agreement was reached with local communities in al-Yadudah, the western countryside of Daraa, to allow regime forces to enter the town, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian Airlines has announced that an additional weekly flight from and to Kuweit through the month of September, according to SANA.
The leader of an NGO in Lebanon has warned against abuses towards refugees as a new government is sworn in, according to SY-24.
As the situation in Daraa seems to be calming down, the neighboring region of Suweida is witnessing clashes, according to North Press.
The Daraa Education Directorate has received returning students in their main schools after they were transferred temporarily to other schools due to the violence in Daraa, the Syria Times.
A Jordanian website reported that a prominent Syrian delegation that includes the minister of defense will visit Amman in the next few days, according to Athr Press.
A Syrian refugee who voluntarily returned to his country from Turkey has reportedly died in regime detention, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Two Turkish soldiers were killed in Northern Syria, meeting between Israel and Russia to discuss coordination. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
In Daraa al-Balad, after a truce agreement was reached, some people have returned to destroyed houses or scorched earth, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
The UN’s Syria envoy said he held “very good discussions” in Damascus Saturday, and hoped that a committee to discuss a post-war constitution could soon reconvene, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri praised the attack on a Russian position in Tal al-Saman area of the Raqqa countryside earlier this year, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria is still far from safe for the return of refugees, despite a plan by the UN to return them from Jordan, according to Amnesty International.
Two Syrian women have stood as candidates in Norway, where elections for parliament were scheduled for September 13th, according to Syria TV.
The Russian Foreign Minister expressed his country’s hope that the Syrian constitutional discussion committee would resume its work soon, the Syria Times reports.
The official pricing of carpets in Syria puts the meter at one month’s salary for an employee of the Assad regime’s institutions, according to Syrian News Agency.
The escalation in Idleb is synonymous with the inability of Turkey to implement its agreement with Russia, and might escalate into a military campaign, according to Athr Press.
The Arab pipeline is ready to transmit gas from Egypt to Lebanon through Syria, which will receive a share of the gas in return, according to SANA.
After the settlement agreement, the 4th Division and Iranian militias began withdrawing from Daraa al-Balad with their heavy equipment, according to Baladi News.
The refugees arrested near the Syrian embassy in Beirut won’t be expelled, after the decision to expel them caused an international outcry, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A French court has sentenced Rifaat al-Assad to four years in prison for acquiring ‘fraudulent assets’, according to Syria TV.
The settlement agreement and the departure of terrorists in Daraa al-Balad allowed for the return of displaced citizens, the Syria Times reports.
The energy ministers of four Arab countries agreed on a roadmap for the delivery of Egyptian gas and Jordanian electricity to Lebanon, according to al-Watan.
The dialogue between Kurdish parties will resume, after pressure by the U.S., according to al-Hal Net.
Syria prepares to participate in the Dubai Expo 2020, where it intends to display its rich history and current business opportunities, according to SANA.
A Global Coalition base in al-Hassakeh was hit by two missiles, but only material damages were reported, according to North Press.
The U.S. is reportedly pressuring the PYD to remove Iranian and Turkish cadres of the PKK from Syria in order to ensure that inter-Kurdish dialogue succeeds, according to al-Tareek.
The UN’s Special Envoy to Syria, Geir Pedersen, will meet with Syria’s Foreign Minister in Damascus to discuss the Constitutional Committee, according to al-Watan.
The U.S. retreat from the region would only benefit tyrants and fascist groups, particularly in Syria where it would allow Assad to eliminate rebels, Sam Hamdan writes for the New Arab.
On Wednesday, the only medical point in the area of Jabal al-Zawiya, in the countryside of Idleb, went out of service after bombing by government forces, according to 7al Net.
Regime forces conducted an operation in Daraa al-Balad to ensure that so-called “outsiders” were not present there, as part of the truce signed a few days ago, according to Baladi News.
On Wednesday, Turkish and pro-Turkish forces targeted journalists Lezgin Muhammad and Shivan Misse, who were covering the effects of Turkish shelling in Ain Issa, North Press reports.
The Petroleum and Energy Ministers of Syria, Jordan, Egypt, and Lebanon met on Wednesday in the Jordanian capital Amman, to discuss the transfer of Egyptian gas to Lebanon, according to SANA.
The ambassador of India to Syria discussed with PM Arnous means of enhancing cooperation between the two countries, the Syria Times writes.
Dozens of gunmen surrendered to the Syrian Army and handed over their weapons in order to settle their legal status as part of a truce in Daraa, according to the Syria Times.
Following the “Made in Syria” exhibition, several multimillion-dollar exports deals might be signed between Iraq and Syria, according to Athr Press.
After claims by the Turkish Foreign Minister, Syria categorically denied the existence of any kind of communication with the Turkish regime, especially on terrorism, according to SANA.
Over 358,000 doses of COVID vaccines were delivered cross-border by WHO Turkey into northwest Syria, as the pandemic worsens in the area, according to Relief Web.
Amnesty International reported that returning Syrian refugees have been subject to torture and abuse by regime forces, Asharq al-Awsat writes.
An AANES official called on the Global Coalition to support the administration in order to ensure the stability of North and East Syria, according to North Press.
The activities of Idleb’s first book fair have kicked off, with the participation of several publishing houses, libraries, and cultural and scientific groups, according to Syrian Today.
A one-time financial grant to the military personnel was decided by Assad, according to SANA.
What HTS leader al-Joulani said in an interview with the Turkish language The Independent is a clear sign of his ‘Afghanization’ of Idleb, according to al-Hal.
The food basket that the WFP distributes in Northwestern Syria has been reduced by 309 calories as resources get more and more scarce, according to al-Souria Net.
Lebanese lawyer Mohammed Sablouh confirmed that work is being carried out as soon as possible to prevent the Lebanese authorities from deporting six Syrian refugees, according to SY-24.
The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said that more tankers loaded with Iraqi fuel entered Syrian territories on Sunday, headed towards Lebanon, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The BBC admitted that the documentary on an alleged chemical attack in Douma contained serious inaccuracies and false allegations, according to SANA.
The operations of handing over weapons to the Syrian state by scores of militants from Daraa al-Balad resumed on Monday, according to SANA.
Syria’s People’s Assembly discussed on Monday the ministerial statement on the forthcoming three years, according to the Syria Times.
The situation of the COVID19 pandemic in Northern Syria is worsening, as medical and humanitarian organizations call for preventive measures, according to al-Souria Net.
The Co-chair of Idleb Civil Council in northeast Syria said that the world is too preoccupied with Afghanistan to devote attention to events in Syria, according to North Press.
President Bashar al-Assad received a Lebanese delegation of Druze dignitaries headed by Lebanese Democratic Party Chairman Talal Arslan, according to al-Watan.
Qatar on Sunday has condemned the Syrian regime’s “brutal attack” on the southern part of the city of Daraa, saying it led to the displacement of dozens of families, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The regime’s minister of education has claimed that Kurdish can be taught as a local language in public schools, as a step towards decentralization, according to Baladi News.
A high-profile Lebanese delegation in Damascus, an Israeli attack on Syria, and a call by activists to save Syria’s Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham is persisting in its policy of repressing journalists in the areas it controls, according to al-Souria Net.
Officials from the SDF have expressed their concerns about the eventual U.S. withdrawal from Northeast Syria, which prompts them to work for a political solution, according to al-Souria Net.
Turkish media reported that a ‘historic meeting’ will be held between the heads of the secret services in Turkey and Syria, according to Baladi News.
A meeting between petroleum and energy ministers from Syria, Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan next Wednesday will be held in Amman to discuss Lebanon’s request for help in transmitting gas and energy from its neighbors, according to SANA.
The recent events in Afghanistan reshuffled the cards in Syria, as the U.S. and Russia prepare for a new round of talks, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Regime forces escalated their attacks on Daraa al-Balad despite a truce agreement signed earlier last week, according to the Daily Sabah.
The recent Israeli attack on Syria and the subsequent Russian reaction showcased the increasingly frigid relations between Israel and Russia, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
As Syria braces for a new school year, in which even electricity in the classroom is not guaranteed, the minister of education says school uniforms might be optional, according to al-Watan.
After an agreement was reached in Daraa al-Balad, opposition activists are portraying it as a success that allowed them to keep Iran out, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. has expressed its concerns about the continuation of the bombing by Syrian government and Russian forces on Idleb, according to North Press.
Asma al-Assad visited 9 years old Murtada Kinar after a complicated transplant procedure of blood stem cells, the Syria Times writes.
An official told the al-Hurra TV Station that the U.S. military presence in Iraq and northern Syria will remain for the time being, according to al-Modon.
On Thursday, Turkish-backed Syrian factions intensified their artillery and missile attacks on the positions of Damascus government forces in the Idleb and Hama countryside, according to North Press.
As the economic situation there worsens, Lebanon called on the United States for an exemption from the import and export ban through Syria, according to Athr Press.
Iranian media reported that the ship carrying Iranian oil, heading to Lebanon, entered Syrian territorial waters, according to al-Souria Net.
The coordinator of the Caesar Act committee in the opposition coalition regrets the increasing number of violations of the act and its sanctions, according to Enab Baladi.
The Chief of Staff of the Turkish-backed Syrian National Army has submitted his resignation, the second one witnessed by the Interim Government this year, according to Athr Press.
The Russian Foreign Ministry called on the Netherlands to present clarification about their support to terrorist organizations in Syria, SANA reports.
One child was killed and seven civilians were wounded in a terrorist attack on the village of Jourin in the northwestern Hama countryside, SANA writes.
The Russian police entered the besieged neighborhoods of Daraa al-Balad, to begin the implementation of an agreement reached on Tuesday, according to Syria TV.
A former Syrian regime intelligence officer, suspected of being a war criminal, has been living paralyzed in Switzerland with his wife since 2016, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Just like it ‘secretly withdrew from Afghanistan, the U.S. army might also retreat from Syria, a country where Washington has no vital interests, according to the Daily Sabah.
On Tuesday, a Russian warplane launched several airstrikes on the Afrin, for the first time since it fell under the control of the National Army, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian Jurists Commission accused the Lebanese authorities of violating international agreements by handing over opposition members near the Syrian embassy in Beirut, according to Baladi News.
The International Federation of Arab Trade Unions elected Jamal al-Qadiri as the Federation’s secretary-general for the next five years, according to al-Watan.
Syria has reaffirmed its support for the position of China about the U.S. plan to conduct an intelligence investigation about the origins of COVID, according to the Syria Times.
Mouawiya Syasneh, one of the children whose anti-regime graffiti in Daraa ten years ago sparked popular protests in Syria, recalls what happened to him to Asharq al-Awsat.
The recent extension of cross-border humanitarian aid to Syria has proved to be in favor of Russia and the regime, according to Syria TV.
In its tenth annual report on Enforced Disappearance in Syria, the SNHR reports 102,287 forcibly disappeared individuals since 2011, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Norwegian Refugee Council has suspended its activities in the fifth sector of the al-Hol camp, after it received threats by ISIS militants, according to North Press.
As the Euphrates keeps getting dryer in Syria as a result of climate and geopolitics, the livelihood of many is threatened, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
An official from the AANES has claimed that Iranian actions in Syria aim at increasing divisions between Syrians for Tehran to gain influence, North Press reports.
The fourth Division in Syria is continuing its attempts to take the city of Daraa and crush unrest there, according to al-Etihad Press.
The fees set by private universities in Syria have reached an all-time high, making them accessible only by rich students, according to al-Watan.
President Assad received the Iranian Foreign Minister, Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and his accompanying delegation to Syria, according to SANA.
Two personnel of the Internal Security Forces were martyred as terrorists opened fire on a guard post in Hama, SANA writes.
The minister of health of Syria has discussed the head of the UNHCR means of enhancing cooperation in the health sector, according to the Syria Times.
For the first time, the daily number of COVID19 cases has exceeded the 1,000 threshold in Northern Syria, according to al-Souria Net.
After clashes between young Lebanese and Syrians erupted in the town of Kawkaba, some 900 Syrian refugees were asked to leave the village, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian minister of Industry met a delegation from an Iranian firm that wishes to invest in the Barada Metal Industries company, according to Athr Press.
COVID spreads in Syria while shelling in the North intensifies. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Figures of the opposition have condemned the recent kidnapping of Syrian activists at the regime’s embassy in Beirut, according to Nedaa Post.
The Iranian Foreign Minister Abdollahian arrived in Damascus to discuss means to face the economic terrorism exerted on the two countries, SANA writes.
The issuance of express passports for citizens in Syria has reportedly been suspended, but without any official confirmation so far, according to Athr Press.
Three former ISIS fighters share their stories about how they joined the organization and their stay in Syria to Asharq al-Awsat.
Syrian Journalist Sami al-Saeed was sentenced to 9 years in prison by a German court for documenting a murder committed against a Syrian officer, according to al-Etihad Press.
The rebel strongholds of Idleb in the North and Daraa in the South of Syria come under the fire of Iran and Russia, according to North Press.
The Syrian embassy in Beirut has denied recent allegations that three Syrian activists were kidnapped inside the building, according to SANA.
Excerpts from a speech by Abdul Hakim Bashar, head of the Kurdish Democratic Party in Syria, in which he talks about the recent developments in Afghanistan.
An attack on an army vehicle around Daraa killed one regime soldier and injured eight others, as the situation in southern Syria deteriorates, according to SANA.
As tensions in Daraa escalate, both sides are accusing each other of being behind the worsening of the situation, according to Baladi News.
The foreign minister of Algeria claimed that his country supports the return of Syria to the Arab League, a central issue for its next meeting, according to SANA.
German media celebrated a young Syrian, dubbed the “miracle child” due to his skill in chess, according to Syria TV.
Russia is trying to salvage the settlement agreement it sponsored in southern Syria, but the situation in Daraa keeps worsening, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Prime Minister of China expressed his country’s interest in developing relations with Syria, and helping in the reconstruction process, according to al-Watan.
Events in Northern Syria show that there exists secret complicity between Russia and Turkey, a military spokesman of the SDF said, according to North Press.
The Syrian Observer sits with Kheder Khaddour, a researcher at the Malcolm H. Kerr Carnegie Middle East Center, focusing on local identities in the Levant and particularly in Syria, to discuss decentralization.
A group of eight young men from Daraa, exiled by the regime to Northern Syria, have arrived at their destination, according to Syria TV.
A massive oil spill caused by leakage from a power plant inside one of Syria’s oil refineries is spreading along the Syrian coast, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The interior minister of Turkey has claimed that unlike illegal migrants from Afghanistan, Syrian refugees who enjoy protected status are not at risk of repatriation, according to al-Souria Net.
Assad condemned a statement by the U.S. about a ‘chemical weapons incident’ in Syria, according to SANA.
A German court has refused to grant asylum to a Syrian man who is running from military conscription, according to al-Watan.
The representative of the AANES in Switzerland expressed “regret” at Syria’s condemnation of the opening of an AANES office in Geneva, according to North Press.
The government team dealing with the fight against COVID in Syria has intensified its efforts, as COVID cases keep rising, according to SANA.
Fighting in Daraa has displaced more than 38,000 people over the past month as truce talks falter, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Foreign Minister of Syria and the regional director of the WFP discussed the delivery of aid to Syrians without politicization, according to the Syria Times.
The National Conference for the Restoration of Resolution has announced its final statement, in which it calls for the fall of the regime, according to al-Modon.
Dutch prosecutors sentenced a Syrian refugee to 23 years in prison after he was found to be a close collaborator of al-Nusra’s leader al-Joulani, according to al-Watan.
Iran and Russia are trying to gain the loyalty of tribes and parties in Syria, in order to exert a larger influence, according to Nedaa Post.
As a new school year approaches, Syrian have to shop for supplies and clothes for their children, amidst a marked increase in prices, according to Athr Press.
Ali Asghar Khaji reiterated to Pedersen his country’s rejection of the unilateral coercive measures imposed by the U.S. administration on Syria, according to the Syria Times.
An “unexplained” explosion occurred in an HTS training base around Idleb, killing at least 10, according to al-Souria Net.
The regime and its allies have launched an attack on Daraa al-Balad, as negotiations to find a solution to the crisis there fail, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syria officially denounced Switzerland’s decision to allow the AANES to open a representative office in Geneva, according to SANA.
As the Syrian regime continues its policy of oppressing those who deal with foreign currencies, it makes billions out of those arrests, according to North Press.
King Abdullah II and President Putin discussed the situation in Southern Syria, primarily its humanitarian aspects, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham forced locals in Idleb to celebrate the victory of the Taliban in Afghanistan, sparking the anger of citizens, according to al-Watan.
Sucette, the first cafe in Syria run by people with Down syndrome, just opened its doors to customers, according to Xinhua.
The Russian foreign minister said that although dialogue with Washington was encouraging, the path ahead is very difficult, according to al-Baath.
Seven people in the town of Azaz were wounded after a car bomb attack, which the YPG is accused of, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A draft decision was issued to allow lawyers to leave Syria for more than two months, in exchange of a departure fee in foreign currencies, according to Athr Press.
Twelve million individuals in Syria and Iraq are threatened by a water crisis and a severe drought, a situation that risks worsening, according to al-Jazeera.
An unprecedented conference was held in Syria, in the Suweida governorate, in which participants called for the end of the Assad regime, according to Baladi News.
A U.S. warplane in eastern Syria shot down an Iranian drone on Saturday after it was deemed to be a threat to coalition forces, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
French MEP Thierry Mariani claimed that his country’s position towards Syria was wrong, and harmed its national interests, according to al-Watan.
The situation in the area of Daraa will be of primary importance in the talks between King Abdullah II and President Vladimir Putin, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Israeli airstrikes on Damascus and Homs, the SDF conducts business with companies under sanctions and arrests ISIS leaders in al-Hassakeh. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The President of the opposition held a virtual meeting with the Central Committee and revolutionary forces in southern Syria to discuss the situation in Daraa, according to the SOC.
The Prime Minister and the Ambassador of Iran to Syria discussed the importance of cooperation between the two countries to face common challenges, according to SANA.
Ilham Ahmad, the head of the executive body of the Syrian Democratic Council, said that there are no clear solutions in sight for the Syrian conflict, according to Nedaa Post.
A delegation made up of European MPs, and led by Thierry Mariani, visited president Bashar al-Assad and discussed the situation in Syria, according to SANA.
A meeting is scheduled between President Putin and King Abdullah II to discuss the recent developments in Daraa, according to Baladi News.
The global coalition to defeat ISIS, which is led by the U.S., is intensifying its presence in the al-Tanf area and training an allied militia, according to al-Soruai Net.
An official from the Russian Ministry of Defense claimed that Syria could join the Collective Security Treaty Organization if this serves the interests of the two sides, SANA writes.
While the ministry of Health in Syria is calling on hospitals to brace for any COVID19 emergency according to Al-Watan, Al-Souria Net reports a surge in cases in Idleb.
Turkish-backed Syrian forces and Syrian Kurdish fighters shelled one another’s positions in northern Syria, killing five civilians, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Hassan Nasrallah called the U.S. claims of fighting ISIS in Syria a lie, accusing the ‘occupation forces’ of looting the country, the Syria Times writes.
The Syrian Democratic Council claimed that decentralization is the best solution for the Syrian Conflict, according to North Press.
The General Director of al-Mouwasat University Hospital warned of an imminent fourth wave of coronavirus cases in Syria, according to SANA.
In an official statement, Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham congratulated the Taliban on their rise to power in Afganistan, according to al-Souria Net.
A decision issued by Damascus banning the import of 20 commodities to Syria, including cashews and raisins, sparked mockery, according to al-Etihad Press.
The leader of the Opposition blamed the recent anti-Syrian clashes in Ankara on enemies of the Syrian and Turkish peoples, according to Baladi News.
The Embassy of India in Syria and the Syrian Chamber of Commerce discussed the development of business relations, according to al-Watan.
The takeover of Afghanistan by the Taliban after the American retreat, and the establishment of an Islamic Emirate there, had strong echoes in Syria, where there is a significant U.S. military presence.
Iran is extending its influence in Aleppo, by building an ‘Iranian belt’ in the city similar to Beirut’s southern suburb, according to Nedaa Post.
Sources claim that French President Emmanuel Macron conditioned his presence in the Baghdad regional summit on Assad not attending it, Baladi News reports.
During a meeting on Tuesday, the new cabinet set a work strategy in order to improve services delivery and the livelihood of citizens, SANA writes.
Thanaa al-Hussein, a Palestinian survivor of the Sednaya prison death camp, testifies in a video to Zaman al-Wasl.
Ramzy Ezzeldin Ramzy offers in his op-ed two tracks for a political settlement to end the conflict in Syria.
Turkey is reportedly sending terrorists from Syria to Libya, in order to introduce them into European countries it wishes to destabilize, according to al-Watan.
The Syrian British Council is lobbying for the return of Tarif al-Akhras to the British sanctions list, after he was removed last week, according to Nedaa Post.
The head of the Future Syria Party Ibrahim Qaftan said that Assad’s plan for decentralization lacks democracy and is not in line with the wishes of the people, according to North Press.
The NATO allies of the U.S. are paying the price of the failed wars they’ve been dragged into, such as the war in Afghanistan, SANA writes.
A spokesman for the Daraa committee denied that any agreement had yet been reached regarding the situation in Daraa al-Balad, according to Baladi News.
Eight migrants from the ‘Syrian Kurdistan,’ were abandoned by smugglers in Duhok, believing that they reached Turkey, according to BasNews.
The South Korean electronics company LG has left Syria due to the collapse of the citizens’ purchasing power, but also due to a dispute between regime figures, SY-24 reports.
After nearly two months of unrest, the citizens of Daraa are calling for an “end of the abnormal situation” that governs Southern Syria, according to SANA.
An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) planted inside a power station in the city of Raqqa was detonated, causing slight material damage, North Press Reports.
An official from Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham congratulated the Taliban on their assumption of power in Afghanistan, according to Baladi News.
Cases of COVID-19 linked to the Delta Variant are being recorded in the Idleb governorate, prompting the need for a faster vaccination campaign, according to al-Souria Net.
President Bashar al-Assad received a letter from the Iraqi Prime Minister regarding the Neighboring Countries Summit to be held in Baghdad, SANA writes.
The situation in Northern Syria, controlled by the HTS and the SDF, is becoming worse by the day, according to al-Watan.
The situation in Daraa reveals a rift between Iran and Russia in Syria, as Iran is trying to sabotage the Russian-sponsored Status quo, according to North Press.
Opposition meets German diplomat, fighting between Turkish-backed groups and the SDF, and a warning from the UN special envoy for Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
President Assad issued a new law that protects children from early marriages, and regulates the work of children above 15, according to Athr Press.
Many displaced individuals had to sell their homes and agricultural lands in regime-controlled areas, at only one-quarter of their market values, according to Etihad Press.
Russia has provided the Daraa central committee with a roadmap to a solution to the violence in southern Syria, according to Baladi News.
Many citizens in the villages of rural Tartous are complaining that they are receiving very scarce quantities of water, despite sending complaints to officials, according to al-Watan.
While chairing the first meeting of the new cabinet in Syria, President Assad stressed that the economy is the government’s top priority, SANA writes.
Press Statement by the U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken about Austin Tice, American journalist detained in Syria nine years ago.
Three billion Syrian pounds were given to students in Syria as part of the student loans fund to help them complete their studies, according to al-Watan.
A Russian delegation visited the headquarters of the 8th Brigade in Bosra al-Sham, to discuss the recent developments in Daraa, according to Syria TV.
A wave of anti-Syrian xenophobic violence has reached Ankara, pushing the police to intervene, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The co-chair of the Executive Council of the AANES claimed that the opening of offices in European countries helps develop political ties with those countries, North Press claims.
Shocking videos showing the cremation of the detainees’ bodies by regime forces in southern Syria were obtained by Zaman al-Wasl.
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Around half of all Syrians feel unsafe living in regime-controlled areas, a new report by the SACD revealed on Monday, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Spanish authorities seized 20 tons of drugs hidden on a ship coming from Lebanon with a Syrian crew on board, according to Sowt al-Asima.
A senior member of the AANES has announced that the administration will allocate the biggest proportion of next year’s budget for services, North Press writes.
A former minister violently criticized the new government announced by the regime president Bashar al-Assad, calling it “political bankruptcy”, according to Nedaa Post.
During the month of July, the UNICEF counted that 45 children were killed due to violence, as tensions in the North and the South of Syria escalate, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Swiss Chargé d’Affaires in Turkey to protest against the opening of an AANES Office in Switzerland, according to North Press.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Ayman Sussan claims that the U.S. does not understand UN Resolution 2254, which it uses to justify occupation, al-Watan writes.
The U.S. Treasury Department announced new sanctions on two Syrian companies, but also on several Lebanese, Iraqi and Russian entities, Athr Press writes.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has issued the decree of the formation of a new government in Damascus, made up of 29 ministers, The Syrian Times writes.
Russia claimed that the U.S. military presence in Syria is illegal, calling Washington’s interpretation of resolution No. 2254 “ridiculous and ironic,” according to SANA.
Negotiations on the situation in Daraa are on hold, as they await a new Russian officer, according to al-Etihad Press.
The U.S. is trying to build Arab majority proxy militias in northeastern Syria by enrolling young men from the tribes, according to al-Watan.
UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen met with representatives from Daraa to discuss the situation in southern Syria, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The leadership of the opposition coalition met with several military commanders, as well as with local tribesmen and provincial councils, according to the Syrian Opposition Coalition.
The family of Muhannad Kayal denied the charges that led to the execution of the young man by the HTS, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The regime in Syria is promoting solar energy as a source of electricity, a way for Assad to mitigate the effect of cuts and please his cronies, according to al-Modon.
Russian airstrikes were launched on the area around Idleb, killing and wounding civilians, according to North Press.
Attacks in Daraa by the Iranian-backed Fourth Division are undermining Russia’s recent assurances that the military escalation will cease, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The militaries of Russia and Turkey have reached a deal to resume water and electricity supplies to households in northeast Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Minister of Education in the caretaker government, Darem Tabbaa, announced the implementation of a new socio-emotional teaching. in the curriculum, according to al-Watan.
Jordan is trying to ease the Caesar act sanctions on the regime, which strongly affect its economy, but the task might be difficult, according to Enab Baladi.
More and more Syrians are dreaming of traveling, as the woes in their country multiply, but regime supporters describe them as treacherous, according to al-Modon.
A convoy of 80 U.S. tankers carrying oil from Syria has left for Iraq via the al-Walid crossing, according to SANA.
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) opened an office in the city of Geneva in Switzerland, as it tries to gain international recognition, according to North Press.
The SNHR called on the UN to condemn the perpetrators of attacks in Syria, as it recorded the death of 129 civilians in July alone, according to the Daily Sabah.
Fires in Masyaf, the Foreign Ministry in Syria condemns statements by the west and a migration wave in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The president of the Scientific Council for Pharmaceutical Industries said that Syria will start to export medicine to Lebanon, according to al-Watan.
The regime government launched strikes on northwest Syria, which killed four children of the same family, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Hassan al-Hariri claims that Iran is trying to change the demographic pattern in Daraa in order to exert its influence, according to North Press.
The Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia stressed the necessity of providing humanitarian aid to Syria in a way that is not politicized, according to North Press.
Iraq plans to hold a conference with all its neighboring countries, aimed at “fighting terrorism,” in which Erdogan and Assad might meet, according to Baladi News.
Jordan said it thwarted an attempt to smuggle drugs and weapons into the country from Syria, killing one smuggler, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Tension between two opposition factions in Afrin is rising due to control over lucrative gas stations, according to al-Etihad Press.
Long hours of electricity cuts have changed consumption habits in Syria, especially due to the spoiling of food, according to al-Watan.
On Wednesday, a delegation from the Syrian opposition held a meeting with the Deputy Foreign Minister of Turkey, Sadat Unal, in Ankara, according to Nedaa Post.
Speaker of Parliament Hammouda Sabbagh congratulated the new Iranian president Ibrahim Raissi on his assumption of power, according to the Syria Times.
The director-general of a hospital in Syria claims that infections with Coronavirus in the country are declining, dismissing the risk of a fourth wave, SANA writes.
On Thursday, Russian warplanes launched airstrikes on Turkish-backed armed factions’ sites south of Idleb, northwest Syria, according to North Press.
On Wednesday, Jordan announced that it foiled the smuggling of narcotic pills through the Jaber crossing, hours after it was reopened, according to Athr Press.
On Thursday, a military vehicle belonging to the Assad regime forces was attacked on the Izraa-as-Suwayda road, killing seven fighters, according to al-Souria Net.
Jordan is preparing to normalize ties with the Syrian regime, by paving the road through economic cooperation, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Director-General of the Cardiac Surgery University Hospital in Damascus revealed that his hospital will resume normal activity, according to al-Watan.
Two soldiers from the government forces were killed after Turkish shelling on the countryside of Tel Tamr, northeastern Syria, North Press writes.
The 4th Division wishes to conduct a military operation on Daraa al-Balad, which makes it refuse any de-escalation agreement in the area, according to Baladi News.
A group of jihadists has claimed responsibility for the bombing of a military bus in Damascus, that was carrying republican guard officers, according to al-Souria Net.
The german police has arrested a syrian national accused of conducting a grenade attack against civilians in the Yarmouck camp, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Turkey and Russia have reached an agreement to prevent provocations that could lead to tensions and violence in the province of Idleb, according to al-Modon.
The ambassador of Venezuela to Syria stressed that his country is ready to participate in the reconstruction process after the war, according to SANA.
Regime forces and Turkish-backed factions exchanged shelling on Wednesday in the region around Idleb and Hama, after a period of relative calm, according to North Press.
Hammoda Sabbagh, the Speaker of the Syrian Parliament, is on an official visit to Iran to represent President Bashar al-Assad in the oath ceremony of Raisi, the Syria Times writes.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham has arrested a media activist that is critical of its policies and positions, in a continuation of its policy of repressing journalists, according to al-Souria Net.
The border crossing between Syria and Jordan has reopened, after a small hiatus due to events in Daraa al-Balad, according to Levant News.
In its annual meeting to discuss its future, the SDF emphasized its need for international financial, military and political support, according to North Press.
Armenak Tokmajyan, expert on borders and conflict, Syrian refugees, and local intermediaries in Syria, explains to the Syrian Observer how the position of Jordan on the conflict in Syria evolved.
A group of experts from Syria and Russia will conduct a joint mission to rehabilitate archeological ruins in Syria damaged by the war, SANA writes.
The SDF conducted a raid against a smuggling crossing on the Euphrates river, but still turns a blind eye on smuggling via land, according to Balad News.
A Russian officer has reportedly expelled the regime’s defense minister from Daraa, as the two have different views on how to deal with unrest in Daraa al-Balad, according to al-Hal.
The Ambassador of China to Syria reaffirmed the strong relations that exist between Damascus and Beijing, in political and economic spheres, according to North Press.
The relations between Oman and Syria are based on cooperation and mutual respect, according to the Omani ambassador in Damascus, Snack Syrian writes.
As tensions rise in Daraa al-Balad, some 50,000 residents have no choice but displacement, according to North Press.
A report by Center for Contemporary Studies identified Iran as the “most dangerous” player in Syria, but claims that Tehran’s success in the country remains limited, according to al-Modon.
Sweden has significantly contributed to acts of terrorism in Syria, by funding terrorist groups or allowing its citizens to travel and join, according to the Syria Times.
During the month of July 2021, at least 172 cases of arbitrary arrests were recorded in Syria, according to the Syrian Network for Human Rights.
A Russian delegation met with the regime’s defense minister in the city of Daraa, to discuss recent events in the area, al-Etihad press writes.
PM-designate Hussein Arnous has decided to give the instructions for the application of the new investment law, a step he hopes will achieve growth and create jobs, SANA writes.
Regime forces are conducting raids on opposition-held areas in the northwest of Syria, sparking retaliation, according to North Press.
In a Suweida public hospital, children have to share their beds, as places become more and more scarce, increasing COVID risks, Snack Syria writes.
The pro-regime National Defense Forces have deployed in the city of Suweida, officially to fight terrorism, without convincing locals, according to North Press.
Faisal al-Mekdad reaffirmed the relationship of “deep friendship” and cooperation that bounds Syria and China, during a reception held by the ambassador, according to the Syria Times.
The recent signature of a memorandum of understanding in the Aleppo International Airport might accentuate the rivalry between Iran and Russia, according to Syria Television.
Meslet meets with western officials, the fate of cross-border aid questioned again, and negotiations in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
In a letter sent to the Syrian Opposition, France has decried the recent attacks on Daraa by the Syrian regime, according to the Syrian Opposition Coalition.
A source in the foreign ministry of Syria has condemned declarations by France about the situation in the southern region of Daraa, according to al-Watan.
On the occasion of the 76th anniversary of the foundation of the Syrian Army, president Assad gave a speech in which he praised the “steadfastness” of the troops, according to the Syria Times.
Alexander Zorin is a Russian officer who has skillfully conducted Russia’s policy in Syria, by building connections with several stakeholders, according to Ibrahim Hamidi for Asharq al-Awsat.
Hussein Arnous was tasked with forming the new government of Syria, a task that seems to be governed by the recycling of sovereign portfolios and the purchase of some others, according to North Press.
Rami al-Shaer, an official from the Russian ministries of defense and foreign affairs, explained that the position of Russia about Daraa is that of opposition to more violence and war, according to SY-24.
Albanian Ambassador to Lebanon, Syria, and Jordan thanked the Damascus government for its help in the repatriation of 19 Albanian nationals, SANA writes.
Abdullah Al-Jabassini, a researcher at the European University Institute, talks to the Syrian Observer on the latest tension in Daraa.
Interview with Dr. Zaki Lababidi, the president of the Syrian American Council, the largest Syrian American grassroots organization in the United States.
The Prime minister of Syria and the Speaker of the Islamic Shura Council of Iran discussed means of bolstering economic relations and trade between the two countries, according to SANA.
The speaker of the Jordanian parliament has reaffirmed that cooperation with Syria is “continuous” and important for his country, SANA writes.
Charities based south of Damascus, and led by the “godfather of reconciliation,” Saleh al-Khatib, are reportedly stealing donations, according to Sowt al-Asima.
After the regime attempted to raid neighborhoods in Daraa al-Balad, a rebel movement has emerged in the city in solidarity with the besieged region, according to Baladi News.
The SDF, which is allied to the U.S., has violated the Caesar Act by providing companies loyal to the regime with oil, according to Syria Television.
Syria has denounced the Turkish intervention in the domestic affairs of Tunisia, after president Saied suspended parliament, according to SANA.
Syria strongly condemned the disinformation campaign launched by the U.S. against Cuba, in order to destabilize the island, according to The Syria Times.
People loyal to the regime deem the first lady, Asma al-Assad responsible for the electricity crisis, as they was behind the massive sale of solar panels, according to SY-24.
A Syrian doctor has been charged with crimes against humanity in a German court for torturing members of the opposition in military hospitals in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Ambassador of Russia to the U.S said on Wednesday that Moscow and Washington have conducted a constructive dialogue on Syria between experts, SANA writes.
Syrian trucks are now allowed to transit into Arab gulf countries through Jordan without the need to switch into Jordanian vehicles, according to Athr Press.
President Assad of Syria praised the positive results yielded by coordination with Iran in the fight against terrorism, according to SANA.
Local sources circulated a video showing clashes between Russian and U.S. patrol agents in the countryside of Hassakeh, according to SY-24.
Iran is trying to expand its influence on the Jordanian border by filling the void left by Russia after the agreement signed to lift the siege in Daraa al-Balad, according to Baladi News.
The U.S. will keep 900 troops in Syria in order to keep advising the SDF in the fight against ISIS, according to North Press.
Statement by the U.S. Treasury about sanctions on the Syrian regime.
The opposition in Turkey is resorting to an anti-refugees rhetoric that they hope will help them in the polls, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The recent Russian delegation that visited Damascus, by its size and its nature, resembles the landing of a foreign power, according to al-Modon.
Turkey and Russia are both silent about each other’s actions in North Syria, despite them going against the Astana agreement, North Press reports.
Due to their mutual interests, Israel does not see what I should worry about a change in the position of Russia about its strikes in Syria, according got Athr Press.
Members of the European Parliament have downplayed the seriousness of the siege on Daraa al-balad by the regime, according to Enab Baladi.
Assad discussed with a Russian delegation, headed by Lavrentiev, the issue of the return of Syrian refugees, the Syria Times writes.
Syria and Jordan agreed during a phone call between their internal ministers to bolster transit of trade and people, SANA writes.
The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed that Syria thwarted a strike carried out by Israeli jets against the Sayeda Zainab a stronghold of Iran and its militias, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
On Tuesday, U.S. forces carried out an air landing targeting two houses in the eastern countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, with the support of the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Athr Press.
Murders are becoming event more recurrent in the al-Hol camp, which welcomes more than 16,000 families and 60,000 people, according to al-Etihad Press.
Statement of the UNHCR on the Return of Displaced Syrians.
Talks between Syria and Russia about the International Conference on the Return of Syrian Refugees and Displaced held last year, have started, according to SANA.
The “Made-in-Syria” exhibition in Baghdad will run until August 5th, as Syrian products will be exposed for sale in the capital of Iraq, according to Athr pPess.
Russia has unveiled plans to open a Naval School in the Syrian port of Tartous, as part of its plans to consolidate influence in Syria, according to North Press.
Checkpoints leading to Daraa al-Balad have reopened, marking the end of a weeks-long siege after an agreement was signed, according to Baladi News.
Syria will be the first foreign country that Ibrahim Raisi, the Iranian president-elect, will visit on an official trip, according to Baladi News.
In an interview after his visit to Washington, the king of Jordan stressed the importance of dialogue with Assad, al-Souria Net writes.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition has organized talks with Syrian-American organizations, to talk about lobbying to protect civilians in Syria, according to the SOC.
In his book, “Syria through the Eyes of the Ambassador,” Ömer Önhon recalls how the position of Turkey evolved throughout the Syrian conflict, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The government of the regime has given up on its plan to cut bread allocations to avoid widespread unrest in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A six-point agreement was reached in Daraa al-Balad in order to lift the siege imposed on the area for more than a month, according to al-Souria Net.
The Russian Federation has sent around 160 tons of Aid to Syria, directed mostly towards the fight against the Covid pandemic, SANA writes.
Massive reinforcement to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, Syria prepares for the Olympics in Tokyo. Catch up on everything that happened over the Weekend.
The Ambassador of Syria to Iran and the Rector of the University of Islamic Denominations of Iran talked about how to enhance cultural and educational cooperation between the two countries, SANA reports.
Clashes in Deir-ez-Zor between a pro-regime group and an Iranian-backed militia have triggered the need for demarcation of zones of influence, according to North Press.
The leader of a pro-Iranian militia was killed in Syria after an attack by Israel, while another died under mysterious circumstances, according to SY-24.
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During a webinar organized at the American University of Beirut, seven speakers were invited to share the positions of the various stakeholders on the Syrian conflict and the future of the country.
Turkey has completed the construction of 50,000 houses units in Northern Syria, amid claims by some organizations that Ankara is changing the demographic composition of the areas it controls, North press writes.
Syrian and Russian forces have banned residents of the Yarmouk camp from visiting the cemetery during the Eid, as excavation works continue, according to SY-24.
Russia has reportedly bombarded the area around a Turkish military position in Southern Idleb, according to Baladi News.
The Jordanian King has called for the return of Syria to the Arab embrace, during a visit to Washington, according to Athr Press.
UN Special Envoy for Syria Geir Pedersen discussed with the Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov issues related to the political transition in Syria and humanitarian aid, according to North Press.
A meeting was held between a prominent Russian general and the command of the 8th brigade in Daraa, according to SY-24.
Leaks reveal that the UK government transferred hundreds of millions of pounds to terrorist groups in Syria, which it labeled as moderate armed groups, SANA writes.
A Russian center has revealed the details of the Israeli raid over Southern Aleppo, an area of particular importance to Iran, al-Souria net reports.
A militia close to the regime continues its policy of arbitrary arrests in Aleppo, targeting in particular neighborhoods under the control of the Kurdish-led Autonomous Administration, according to Enab Baladi.
Syria’s local pharmaceutical industry is booming after a decade of civil war, as local demand is mostly covered and new projects are launched, SANA reports.
On the occasion of Eid al-Adha, The Syrian Observer will not be publishing any articles Wednesday, July 21.
In an interview with the French daily Le Monde, Leila Mustafa, the mayor of Raqqa, claims that international aid to her city is lacking, despite it being destroyed by the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.
A political scientist with ties to gulf countries and Syrian tribes: Who is Salem al-Meslet, the new head of the Syrian Opposition Coalition?
By taking his oath in the People’s Palace in Damascus, Assad has violated the Syrian constitution, according to North Press.
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) has launched an online campaign to obtain international recognition, according to al-Souria Net.
The Delta variant of the coronavirus, which transmits faster, has reached Syria, sparking the need for preventive measures, according to North Press.
Locals in the town of Shahba prepare to confront the forces of the Assad regime after several people were killed, according to Baladi News.
A drone strike by the U.S. has destroyed a truck belonging to the Iraqi Popular Mobilization Front (PMF) militia, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition has called the UN to invoke its “Responsibility to Protect” against the Assad regime, according to the SOC.
Talal Naji was elected to succeed Ahmed Jibril, who died on July 7th after months of sickness, as the leader of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine-General Command, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A dozen militiamen loyal to Iran, as well as their leader, reportedly got infected with the coronavirus, according to SY-24.
The SDF arrests ISIS fighters, Turkey’s CHP threatens to repatriate refugees, and the UN Human Rights Council calls for accountability against massive displacement. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Through an agreement between large private companies, Syria can now receive imports through the port of Aqaba, according to Athr Press.
During a tour in Old Damascus, president Assad attempted to polish his image as a humble president close to his people, according to al-Modon.
Tahrir al-Cham has given a week for a Muslim Chechen militant group to leave Lattakia, for reasons unclear yet, according to al-Souria net.
During his inauguration speech after taking his oath, President Bashar al-Assad reaffirmed his commitment to bolstering the Syrian economy, SANA reports.
The Special Advisor of the presidency, Bouthaina Shaaban, praised Assad’s inauguration speech, calling on Syrians to derive lessons from their History, according to SANA.
The Syrian regime is trying to attract Russian tourists into Syria, claiming the country has everything to make them enjoy their holiday, according to al-Souria Net.
Assad and the Chinese Foreign minister discussed means of improving relations, especially when it comes to the Belt and Road initiative, according to SANA.
The Syrian regime has moved the administrative center of the province of Idleb to Khan Shaykhun, according to Nedaa Post.
The U.K has announced a new fund to support the education of young Syrians, in particular those displaced inside Syria, according to SY-24.
The Opposition SNC has called for the lifting of support to the “East of the Euphrates”, in reference to the AANES, according to North Press.
In war-torn Syria, seniors are forced to work in order to make ends meet, according to Snack Syrian.
Russia has lowered the salaries of fighters that were part of the ceasefire settlements in Daraa, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria and Iran discussed means of bolstering cooperation in the face of what they called “American economic terrorism”, according to The Syria Times.
The SDC says it is ready to dialogue with the Syrian regime, if this could lead to concrete results, according to North Press.
Despite the de-escalation agreements and the recent Astana 16 talks, the regime has killed nine in renewed strikes on Idleb, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian Foreign Ministry has denounced the U.S. interference in the internal affairs of Cuba, according to The Syria Times.
The election of a new president to the Opposition’s coalition was met with optimism and pessimism by analysts, as some believed he would be able to move things up, while others believed he is but a figurehead, according to Nedaa Post.
Russia has entered the blockaded town of Daraa al-Balad to inspect it, hoping to appear as a mediator rather than an oppressor, according to SY-24.
The minister of Commerce has discussed with the president of Jordan’s Chamber of Commerce trade relations between Syria and Jordan, according to al-Watan.
Ibrahim al-Hussein, a Syrian refugee from Deir-ez-Zor, fled his country to Turkey and then Greece, and now competes in the Paralympics as a swimmer, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian Prime Minister explains that the U.S. and its sanctions are to blame for the suffering of the Syrian people, SANA writes.
Russian Ambassador to the U.S. praised cooperation between the two countries, which helped reach UN resolution 2585 about cross-border humanitarian aid, according to The Syria Times.
Attacks by Iran’s militias on U.S. bases around Syria are a way for Tehran to put pressure on the U.S., as part of the Nuclear Deal negotiations, according to Baladi News.
The HTS is reportedly conducting a policy of oppression against journalists, whom it often detains, in Idleb, according to North Press.
The Opposition Coalition has elected Salem al-Meslet as its new president, succeeding to Nasr al-Hariri, after elections on Monday, according to al-Souria Net.
Russia’s foreign ministry has claimed that UN Security Council Resolution 2585 can contribute to the improvement of the socio-economic situation in Syria, as it calls for the implementation of early reconstruction projects, The Syria Times writes.
The Minister of Economy and Foreign Trade has announced that the 62nd Damascus International Fair will be postponed for the second year in a row, according to al-Souria Net.
A court ruling on Syriatel is expected to be lifted as part of a deal with the regime, as a new CEO is appointed, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The People’s Assembly is discussing a bill to promote children’s rights as well as care for mothers, SANA reports.
Ankara sent reinforcements to its troops in the de-escalation zone around Idleb, amid intense hovering by drones, according to North Press.
The restoration of ties between small European countries and the Syrian regime does mean a change of policy in the EU, al-Souria net reports.
The coalition of the Opposition hopes to elect the successor of Nasr al-Hariri, who did not seek a second term, according to al-Souria Net.
The Syrian regime has registered a huge increase in its customs revenues, mainly due to fines on smugglers, according to Nedaa Post.
The funds of the former minister of Trade were seized, as he was accused of corruption, al-Etihad Press writes.
While Russia praises the Kurds and asks them to dialogue with the regime, it prevents the flow of aid into Northeast Syria, according to North Press.
The Syrian government has agreed on the establishment of a private theology college in the capital Damascus, according to Snack Syrian.
The Syrian government has continued shelling of the insurgent positions in the northwest, around Idleb and Hama, Northwest reports.
Four fighters of the pro-regime Fourth Division group were killed in Daraa, according to Baladi News.
Ibrahim Hamidi claims the U.S has made many concessions to Russia in the file of cross-border humanitarian aid into northern Syria.
Joseph Daher is a researcher specializing in political economy. He wrote extensively on Syria and Lebanon, and most notably authored “Syria after the Uprisings, The Political Economy of State Resilience.” He is affiliated with the European University Institute and its Wartime and Postconflict in Syria program.
Russia calls for dialogue between Damascus and US-backed groups, while it bombs the region around Idleb. Catch-up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Opposition leader has unveiled leaks proving that Assad committed war crimes against civilians in a Homs hospital, according to the Syrian Opposition Coalition.
A leader of the pro-regime National Defense militia was assassinated after he was attacked by unknown gunmen, according to al-Etihad press.
The co-chair of the constitutional committee has announced that the basic principles of the Constitution are on the agenda of the next meeting in Geneva, according to Baladi News.
Russia seems keen to separate a political settlement of the Syrian crisis from reconstruction funding and efforts, according to Syria TV.
Syria’s foreign ministry welcomed the UN Security Council vote on the extension of cross-border aid as a victory for Syria, as he says it defeated the aspirations of the West, SANA reports.
The leader of the Syria Tomorrow movement has offered an initiative to three Arab countries, in a bid to end the political deadlock, according to al-Souria Net.
As the economic conditions in Syria worsen, the government has decided a sharp increase in the prices of diesel and bread, but also of minimum wage, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
Ibrahim Hamidi explains that the military and economic situation are prolonging the status quo in Syria despite the Rome conference.
Ziad Ghosn speculates that the U.S. will not remove sanctions on the Syrian regime unless it gains something out of the bargaining.
Forest fires in Syria are impacting its natural wealth, according to The Levant.
After a U.N draft resolution called for two border crossings for aid to flow into Syria, a new one calls for just one, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian regime is planning to abolish the Baath’s youth organization, in an attempt to portray a positive image, according to Sowt al-Asima.
After an attack against its troops, the 8th brigade is conducting punitive arrests and burning civilian houses, according to Nedaa Post.
The guarantor countries of the Astana peace process have reaffirmed their commitment to Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and unity, SANA writes.
Defections due to financial problems and leadership feuds are threatening to dissolve the Ahrar al-Sham, according to Al-Monitor.
Due to immoral practices by traders, as well as a growing deficit, the government has no other choice than to lower subsidies on bread and diesel, according to al-Watan.
Sources claim that Russia is willing to show some flexibility with regards to border crossings in Northern Syria, in exchange for Washington’s leniency when it comes to sanctions, according to Athr Press.
The Russian envoy claims Russia rejects prolonging the cross-border aid delivery mechanism as it exceeded its usefulness, SANA reports.
Hazem Saghieh recalls in Asharq al-Awsat the story of Omar, who was detained in the infamous Sednaya prison, and how it ironically shielded him from disastrous outcomes.
The 16th round of Astana talks was just kicked off. Delegations will discuss cross-border aid, the security situation in Idleb, as well as the political solution to the Syrian crisis, SANA reports.
During the Astana talks, the opposition will focus on de-escalation in Idleb, cross-border aid, and the political solution to the conflict, according to Nedaa Post.
The Syrian president has called his Iranian counterpart to congratulate him on his election victory, SANA reports.
The Philippines Embassy in Damascus thanked Syria for its help in repatriating Filipino workers, according to SANA.
Under threats from ISIS, the women’s council in the town of al-Busayrah, in eastern Deir-ez-Zor, temporarily suspended its activities, SY-24 reports.
An officer was killed and four soldiers injured near the borders with Lebanon after clashing with smugglers, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Locals in Douma remain restless as their loved ones are still detained in the regime’s prisons since before 2014, despite promises, according to SY-24.
The Syrian opposition will put great emphasis on the humanitarian crossing file during the upcoming Astana talks, according to Baladi News.
Reports claim that Swiss exports of chemical products to Syria, supposedly for industrial use, ended up feeding the regime’s arsenal, Swiss Info claims.
The Syrian Opposition Vice President has died of health complications, after a lifetime of opposition to the regime, according to Nedaa Post.
The SDC revealed that it discussed with two delegations of the opposition means of bolstering cooperation in order to reach a political solution for the Syrian conflict, according to North Press.
Bouthaina Shaaban explains that the West’s strategy of pretending to care for Syrians in the North while collectively punishing all of Syria through sanctions is hypocrisy.
After fleeing war and taking shelter in Siirt, in 2015, Dlyar Safo got a full score on the LGS, thanks to the support he got from his teachers and family, according to Anadolu Agency.
The Syrian opposition has announced the National Youth Commission, a political body that caters to the needs of younger generations of Syrians, according to the Syrian National Coalition.
The UN’s special envoy for Syria discussed with Russian officials the Syrian crisis and humanitarian aid, according to The Syria Times.
Missiles were fired at a U.S. military base in the province of Deir-ez-Zor, but potential casualties were not revealed, SANA reports.
Three Iranian oil tankers, carrying crude oil to the Syrian regime were spotted by Tanker Trackers, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The delegation of the Syrian opposition has reached the Kazakh capital ahead of the 16th round of Astana talks, according to Al-Souria Net.
The Syrian regime has arrested many young men, mostly to enroll them in the army, according to SY-24.
A Syrian MP has called for an increase in salaries in the public sector, despite resistance by the Finance minister, according to Athr Press.
Tensions escalate between the Syrian regime and opposition factions around Idleb, according to North Press.
Dire living conditions in the greek camp are threatening the health of refugees, according to SY-24.
The National Coordination Body for Democratic Change has repeated that it is not trying to replace the opposition’s National Coalition, according to al-Modon.
Regime bombardments kill children in Syria, repatriation of ISIS families and fighters advances, and protests for the continuation of cross-border aid. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The SDC condemned a statement by a Kurdish opposition figure, that called Turkish violations in Afrin “lies”, according to North Press.
Francesca Scalinci, an Italian activist and poet, has shown solidarity with the besieged Daraa al-Balad, according to SY-24.
Many Syrian teachers were fired in Turkey, supposedly because they do not fulfill some requirements, according to Baladi News.
A man died under torture in an SDF prison, sparking condemnation by the U.S, according to al-Souria Net.
Security agencies in the countryside of Daraa demanded the delivery of weapons to local fighters who are part of settlement agreements, according to Etihad Press.
President Bashar al-Assad received Alexander Lavrentiev with whom he discussed strategic relations between the two countries, according to The Syria Times.
The CPJ asked for information on the whereabouts of detained journalist and militant Bassam Safar, according to North Press.
Children, accused of supporting ISIS, are being held in SDF prisons, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Lavrov opposed the idea of opening a second cross-border aid passage into Syria, claiming it encourages separatism, SANA reports.
Syria has suspended transit of goods into the Gulf area through Jordan, until the two countries find an agreement on technical issues, according to Eqtisad.
Ahead of a new round of talks in Astana, Russia and Turkey announced a new agreement to establish a military-free zone in Idleb, according to Athr Press.
A Syrian teenager was sentenced to five years in prison for planning a terrorist attack in Norway, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
Children in Deir-ez-Zor are taking risky summer jobs to help their families make ends meet, according to SY-24.
The Turkish Religious Endowment is planning to build hundreds of concrete houses in northern Syria for refugees, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
During a meeting with UN figures, Faisal al-Mekdad reaffirmed Syria’s claim on the occupied Golan Heights, according to SANA.
Pro-Turkish factions in Northern Syria are confiscating the property of displaced individuals to use them as military bases, according to The Levant News.
The SDF was not invited to attend the conference by the Defeat-ISIS coalition in Rome unlike Turkey, which doesn’t belong in this coalition, according to North Press.
Anas al-Abdah fears Russia will continue to use humanitarian aid to achieve political goals even after the Rome conference, according to Baladi News.
Two Syrian sisters were killed in the al-Hol Camp under obscure circumstances, according to Etihad Press.
The Syrian authorities have extended the tariffs exemption enjoyed by Iranian products, according to Athr Press.
Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham denied detaining any journalists, claiming that it is in fact facilitating the job of media professionals, according to Baladi News.
The death toll from the U.S. airstrikes on locations of the Popular Mobilization Forces has risen to nine, according to al-Souria Net.
The Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria criticized procrastination by countries whose citizens are families of ISIS fighters in the al-Hol Camp, according to North Press.
The Syrian Information minister claims that media terrorism is one of the tools unsuccessfully used by enemy States to defeat Syria, according to The Syria Times.
Sergey Lavrov discussed with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees the necessity of activating efforts by the international community to guarantee the return of Syrian refugees, according to SANA.
Iraqi militia sites in Syria targeted by US airstrikes on Sunday night were commercial depots believed to be covertly handling weapons, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Coalition reaffirmed its belief that a comprehensive and collective effort remains necessary to achieve a full and enduring defeat of Daesh/ISIS worldwide.
The Syrian president welcomed the Iranian envoy, with whom he exchanged congratulations about their respective presidential elections, according to SANA.
A university professor tried to use his connections to be enrolled as a mercenary in Libya, as the economic situation in Syria worsens, according to al-Modon.
The American airstrike that killed four Iraqi militiamen sparked condemnation by Russia, Iraq and Iran, SANA reports.
Russia has awarded a lucrative oil contract to the Qaterji militia, according to Syria TV.
Checkpoints by a private company on the Lebanese borders were removed, following a dispute between the company and the fourth division about royalties, according to Sowt al-Asima.
A Russian delegation discussed the deployment of Russian technologies to improve Aleppo’s textile industry, according to Athr Press.
New Russian general has shifted Russia’s position in Deraa from mediator to punisher, according to Baladi News.
Humanitarian catastrophe looms over Syria, and repression intensifies in Daraa. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The price of sugar and rice for the holders of the smart card has increased, confirming speculations, according to Athr Press.
The US State Department held a briefing with members of the US administration to discuss Blinken’s upcoming participation in the meeting on Syria, the Defeating ISIS ministerial meeting, and the G20.
Dozens of warehouses belonging to well-known traders were raided by the regime, which accused them of smuggling goods inside the country and destabilizing the currency, according to Enab Baladi.
Hezbollah’s number one man in Daraa was killed by unknown assailants after several attempts, according to Etihad Press.
A draft UN Security Council resolution is calling for the establishment of two aid crossing into Northern Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Calls for the release of journalist and communist militant Bassam Safar have multiplied, according to North Press.
Syria strongly condemned recent statements by the US and Israel over the latter’s ownership of the Golan, SANA reports.
A delegation from the Syrian opposition met with the Dutch special envoy to Syria in Istanbul, according to the Syrian National Coalition.
Relations with the Kurdistan Workers Party seem to be at the core of the conflict between Iraqi and Syrian Kurds, according to Baladi News.
Syria confirmed its support to Cuba in the face of American sanctions, The Syria Times reports.
The Syrian regime is trying to classify people into two categories: the loyal ones who stayed and the traitors who fled, according to Enab Baladi.
Power cuts are getting longer and longer in Damascus as temperature rises, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The construction of a 21-story building in the new Basilia city has started, according to Hashtag Syria.
According to a study, 53% of Damascus’ population is poor, and close to 42% rely on aid, according to Athr Press.
Syrian Airlines announced that it will resume flights to Abu Dhabi next Wednesday, according to SANA.
Syria’s representative to the UN claims that aid meant to regions in Syria should not be politicized, according to SANA.
A coalition of eighty Syrian NGOs has called for the continuation of cross-border aid from Turkey to Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A large conference by Syrian civil society figures is scheduled in August, with the aim of establishing a democratic State in Syria, according to al-Modon.
Opposition groups backed by Turkey clashed in-between themselves and with the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Athr Press.
The number of suicides recorded in Syria has dropped by 15% compared to the same period last year, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The Russian president has reaffirmed his commitment to the war on terrorism and peaceful resolution of international conflicts, SANA reports.
Despite shortages in Syria, the regime has decided to increase exports in order to accumulate hard currency, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Iranian-backed groups are taking advantage of underpaid children to complete construction works, according to North Press.
The US has secured the transfer of 60 ISIS fighters from the prisons of the SDF to one of their bases, according to The Syria Times.
The Interim government headed by Abdulrahman Mustafa has granted prisoners a general amnesty, one year after the last one, according to al-Souria Net.
Bashar al-Assad received Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Borisov to discuss ties between the two countries, according to al-Watan.
The commander of the military police in east Deir-ez-Zor has died due to COVID, few days after the death of the former director of the Sednaya prison, Zaman al-Wasl reports.
Syrians released from the regime’s prisons appear sick and weak like “skeletons”, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian Opposition Coalition held a virtual meeting with the Swiss NGO Geneva Call, to discuss humanitarian norms during armed conflict, according to the Syrian National Coalition.
As a meeting about the Syrian conflict prepares in Rome, the Biden administration’s position towards Syria and Russia is still subject to debate, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The Syrian regime continues to violate the ceasefire in Idleb, killing and injuring civilians, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Low supply of wheat further endangers food security in Syria, according to Levant News.
A military figure close to the regime has warned of dark days ahead and claims that Russia took control of the Syrian economy, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian regime detained thousands of citizens to force them to vote for Assad in the presidential elections, among other intimidation methods, according to Jesr press.
ISIS fighters are enrolled in the SDF’s ranks and trained by the US, according to Athr Press.
As tension escalates around Idleb, an exchange of artillery killed 10 on Monday, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Jordanian monarch is set to meet the US president in July, bearing a message from Syria, according to al-Hal.
The President of the Executive Committee of the SDC has called for a “safe return” for all Syrians, according to North Press.
An Iraqi delegation discussed with ministers in Syria means of improving trade relations between the two countries, SANA reports.
According to an Israeli newspaper, Assad hopes to improve his relations with Israel to move to Washington’s good side, Orient Net reports.
For the Syrian Democratic Council, the bombing of a hospital in Afrin serves the interests of Turkey and Russia, according to North Press.
Russia’s Deputy Prime Minister is visiting Damascus to sign trade agreements with Assad, according to al-Watan.
Members of the US congress are criticizing the Biden administration for not imposing new sanctions on the Syrian regime, and even lifting those imposed on a prominent pro-Assad businessman, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The former director of the infamous Syrian prison died of a heart attack, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Assad congratulates the new Iranian president while 17 Syrian refugees drowned on their way to Italy. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Iranian exports to Syria stood at 49 million US dollars, whereas Syrian imports only reached two million dollars, according to al-Souria Net.
A conference to improve the performance of the Syrian administration just began its activities, SANA reports.
The owner of a bakery was arrested because of his possession of flour bags exceeding the daily allocation, according to Thiqa Agency.
Using laser-guided artillery shells, the Assad regime bombed a Civil Defence center in the province of Hama, killing a volunteer and injuring three others, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Analysts see the lifting of sanctions on the companies of a Syrian businessman operating in the UAE as a gesture of goodwill from the US to Russia, according to Athr Press.
The new Iranian president seems to be a strong proponent of his country’s involvement in Syria, according to al-Souria-Net.
People in Syria are hoping that the summit between Joe Biden and Vladimir Putin dissuaded the latter from shutting the Bab al-Hawa crossing, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
As the security situation in Daraa worsens, a military convoy reached the town of Eastern Ghariyah, al-Etihad press reports.
The Russian president did not make any commitment regarding the renewal of cross-border aid in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Truckloads of humanitarian aid went through Turkey into Idleb, the Anadolu News Agency reports.
Many officers and agents from the Intelligence Communications Department are detained by the regime in a case linked with the assassination of Qassem Soleimani, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
A Syrian MP attacked the coach of the Syrian National Team after the latter blamed Syria’s loss against China on the sport’s administration, according to Athr Press.
The meeting between the two world leaders brings no hope regarding an imminent political solution in Syria, according to Baladi News.
Syria’s minister of industry met his Iraqi counterpart, hoping that the two countries can bolster cooperation, according to SANA.
The Syrian minister of internal trade suspended his decision regarding production and sale of imitation dairy, according to Hashtag Souria.
In a meeting with European diplomats, the Syrian opposition called for the renewal of cross-border aid to Syria, according to the Syrian National Coalition.
In an art show organized in Raqqa, Syrian children tried to remind the world of their fate, according to North Press.
German interior ministers are discussing the deportation of refugees deemed dangerous, according to Al-Souria Net.
In a meeting with a delegation from the Islamic National Conference, Syria’s foreign minister called on Arabs to support their brethren in Syria in the battle against US sanctions, according to SANA.
Locals in Arab-majority towns controlled by the SDF are starting to consider the group as an occupier rather than a liberator, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Representatives from the AANES and the PYD are calling on the Iraqi Kurdistan to release their diplomats, according to al-Etihad Press.
The Syria Response Coordinators team called for a strict set of measures to slow the rate of infections, according to Baladi News.
Firas Jaham, the de-facto leader of Russian-backed militias in Deir-ez-Zor, received an award from Moscow’s Ministry of defense, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Syrian government is confiscating the properties of detainees and forcibly displaced individuals, according to Sowt al-Asima.
The Secretary-General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies claimed he wants to participate in the improvement of living conditions in Syria, according to The Syria Times.
Experts say that a mutual understanding bet ween on Syria between Putin and Biden could be reached in the upcoming summit, according to Athr Press.
The regime is granting concessions to Tehran in order to allow Syrian products into the Iranian market, according to SY 24.
Activists are accusing Anas al-Abdah of censoring critics on his social media accounts, according to Baladi News.
The Syrian regime moved 300 of its soldiers from the countryside of Idleb to the Syrian Desert, according to North Press.
Unknown assailants killed three pro-Iranian militiamen in the region of al-Bukamal, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Syria condemned the sanctions imposed by the US and its allies on Nicaragua, describing them as a “blatant interference in the country’s internal affairs”, according to SANA.
The US President was confused between Syria and Libya during his press conference after a G7 meeting, according to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian regime is re-arranging its security apparatus, hoping to improve its image with the west, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
For Russia, the agreement with Turkey does not mean that the Syrian regime should not regain control of Northwestern Syria, according to Al-Souria Net.
The WFP has thanked Russia on its national day for helping Syrians ‘have a warm and healthy meal on their tables,’ sparking outrage, according to Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian president met a delegation from the Islamic National Conference, with whom he discussed issues related to identity and citizens’ needs, according to SANA.
A very well-integrated couple of Syrian refugees in Denmark is facing imminent deportation as part of the country’s strict anti-asylum policies, claims Zaman al-Wasl.
Bassam Ezzedine, a former Orient TV correspondent known as Hadi al-Munajjid, has been arrested in Eastern Ghouta along with his wife, according to Sowt al-Asima.
A new unit for the treatment of children’s cancers and other diseases, equipped with high-end technologies, will be inaugurated soon, according to SANA.
The Turkish and French presidents discussed the Libyan and Syrian conflicts in a meeting on the sidelines of NATO’s summit in Brussels, Asharq Al-Awsat said.
As the production of imitation dairy and cheese has been allowed in Syria, some are criticizing a decision that neglects the health of the poor, according to Athr Press.
A secret meeting took place between Russian and Syrian officers near Lattakia, according to Baladi News.
Raids on the city Afrin, which is held by Turkish-backed groups, targetted a hospital, killing 18 people and wounding many, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
After joining the Cyber Warfare department in 1987, Ali Youssef Hamad rose through the ranks until being nominated as the head of the institution, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The SDF continues to use humanitarian concerns to attract funds but uses them for political gains, according to Athr Press.
Iran and Palestine have news ambassadors in Damascus, violence escalates in Northern Syria and COVID-19 continues to spread. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian Democratic Council wants to hold a national conference with other democratic groups in order to reach a political solution to the Syrian crisis, North Press reports.
In an unprecedented move, the Syrian regime is paving the way for Rifaat al-Assad’s return, according to Syria TV.
New taxes by the Syrian government have increased rent by 20% in Damascus, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Members of the AANES and the PYD were accused of being affiliated with the PKK, according to Al-Souria Net.
The already dramatic humanitarian situation in Northern Syria could get worse if cross-border aid is not renewed, according to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Syria accused Israel of being a rogue State, vowing not to give up on the occupied Golan Heights, The Syria Times reports.
Syria is preparing for the return of Palestinians to the Yarmouk Camp, according to Athr Press.
Syria described statements by the US’ permanent representative to the UN as “hypocrisy” as the US continues to impose sanctions on Syria, according to SANA.
The Syrian president blamed the industrialists who left the country at the beginning of the war, according to SANA.
Most people who received amnesty were close to the regime’s secret services and charged with criminal offenses, according to Zaman Al-Wasl.
The spokesman of Tahrir al-Sham, Abu Khaled al-Shami, and two other fighters were reportedly killed by Russian bombardments, according to Al-Etihad Press.
The Saudi permanent representative to the UN stated that the restoration of ties with the Syrian regime was not currently on the table, according to Al-Souria Net.
A delegation from the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria (AANES) met with French MPs to discuss AANES’ role in the political peace process, according to North Press.
Israeli airstrikes killed 11 of the regime’s fighters, according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
The Russian Foreign Minister accused the US of looting Syria’s natural resources to finance separatist groups, according to SANA.
A Russian soldier was killed by an explosion in areas controlled by the Syrian Democratic Forces, according to Nidaa al-Furat.
The spokeswoman of Qatar’s Foreign Ministry said her country would not rush to normalize ties with the Syrian Regime, according to Al-Modon.
Syria rejected claims by the US secretary of State on the Israeli occupation of the Golan, The Syria Times reported.
ISIS’ religious police has reappeared in the countryside of Deir-ez-Zor, threatening to kill locals who don’t submit to their wishes, according to SY 24.
The escalation between the warring parties in Northern Syria accelerates as Iran, Russia and Turkey prepare for another round of talks in Astana, according to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Early marriages in Idleb and its countryside wreak havoc among young girls, according to North Press.
The resurgence of the terrorist group in the Syrian desert puts the region again at the forefront of the conflict, according to Baladi News.
Wheat supply falls dramatically as a result of disputes between warring groups and drought, according to Athr Press.
Corruption has built its way through Syria’s vaccination campaign, according to Sowt al-Asima.
Samir al-Rifai was appointed ambassador of the State of Palestine to Syria, according to SANA.
Russia’s military took one of Syria’s most beautiful beaches as a training base, according to Al-Souria Net.
The French industrial group is accused of paying ISIS in order to continue its operations in Syria, according to Asharq Al-Awsat.
Turkey continues to bombard the region surrounding Afrin, killing and wounding civilians, North Press reports.
Gatherings and rallies organized to celebrate the results of the presidential elections led to an increase in the number of new COVID-19 infections, according to North Press.
The escalation between the regime and the opposition in Northern Syria is met by increased preparedness by the National Liberation Front, according to Baladi News.
As 13,000 Syrian refugees in Europe have visited Syria between 2018 and 2021, the status of thousands of others is threatened, according to Al-Modon.
Sources have unveiled plans for an incoming Lebanese-Syrian summit that will discuss the return of displaced Syrians, according to Athr Press.
The most recent report by the Syrian Network for Human Rights records the death of 96 civilians, as well as an acceleration of the spread of COVID-19 in Syria, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Top military positions in the Syrian Army are monopolized by members of the Alawite Community, claims Zaman al-Wasl.
Columnist Absi Simsim explains in this commentary piece for al-Araby al-Jadeed what’s behind Russia’s recent comments on the possibility of early elections in Syria.
The Syrian government strongly condemned the entry of a French and Dutch delegation into Syria, according to SANA.
Assassinations and violence continue to be the norm in Daraa, as the Russian-sponsored ceasefire settlements come under criticism according to Athar press.
The city of Manbij made the headlines several times last week, as it finds itself in the midst of a feud between local and regional powers.
Iranian military adviser Hassan Abdullahzadeh and his companion Mohsen Abbasi were killed in an ambush by ISIS in the Syrian desert, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
The settlement in the Southern part of Syria, that keeps Assad’s forces out of the region of Deraa, is behind the low turnout in the presidential elections, according to Athar Press.
Syria participates in the 109th International Labor Conference, chemical weapons allegations, and transfer of ISIS militants. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The re-establishment of diplomatic relations between Syria and three EU countries can be seen as a way to confront a growing Turkish threat, according to Athar.
Syria was elected to the Executive council of the WHO to represent the Eastern Mediterranean, SANA reports.
The militias close to the Syrian regime conducted raids on Kurdish neighborhoods in Aleppo, according to North Press.
The Russian agency Sputnik has confirmed that Bashar al-Assad received a first dose of the Sputnik vaccine, before denying those claims, al-Etihad Press claims.
Moscow is putting the option of early elections in Syria on the table in case a new constitution is agreed upon, according to al-Etihad press.
Defector Brigadier general Ahmad Rahal is facing deportation from Turkey, all whilst receiving death threats by the Syrian National Army, Enab Baladi claims.
As tensions between Turkish-backed opposition groups and the Syrian regime’s army escalate, the Turkish government rearranged its military positions, according to North Press.
Israel has destroyed a Syrian observation post in the occupied Golan Heights, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
Economist Ammar Yusuf claimed that sanctions are used by traders as a pretext to increase prices, Athar press reports.
As a new more dangerous wave of coronavirus threatens the Autonomous Administration of North and East Syria, the Administration has promised to prevent it by imposing lockdown measures and providing vulnerable categories with the vaccine, North Press reports.
The special advisor at the Presidency Bouthaina Shaaban met a delegation headed by Irina Zvyageskaya to discuss the “Watan Document center”, according to SANA.
Jordanian authorities stopped a second attempt to smuggle narcotics from Syria less than a week after the first one, according to Sowt al-Asima.
After protests erupted in the city of Manbij against corruption and conscription, the Syrian Democratic Forces bowed to popular pressure, according to Baladi News.
The President of the National Coalition for Syrian Revolutionary and Opposition Forces announced he would not run for another term, Etihad press reports.
Anas al-Abda claims that Iran is increasing its influence in the regime’s army, according to Etihad Press.
The National Democratic Front (JUD) hopes to unite the Syrian opposition against the Assad regime “to build a modern democratic State,” according to ASHARQ AL-AWSAT.
As the Syrian election comes to an end, some problems that had temporarily disappeared seem to have reemerged in areas held by the regime according to SY-24.
Syrian MPs have called for judicial measures against individuals who assaulted Syrians and prevented them from voting in the presidential election, SANA reports.
The Syrian industry minister has called businessmen who fled the country to come back to Syria, in a so-far unsuccessful attempt to bring capital to the country according to Iqtissad.
The Syrian Foreign Minister has attacked statements by U.S officials about the Syrian election, according to Al Watan.
Residents in the province of Idleb protested against the “terrorist organizations” that prevented their children from joining their peers and sitting for the country’s official exams, according to SANA.
An attempt to smuggle oil to areas controlled by the Syrian regime was thwarted, North Press reports.
In a major policy shift, the president of the United States has revoked Trump’s era delta energy deal in North-East Syria, according to Al Araby Al-Jadeed.
Protests against corruption and conscription by the SDF are raging in the city of Manbij, according to Baladi News.
Iran is doubling its effort to culturally influence Syrian society but is facing strong Russian competition according to the Levant News.