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.
The ousted Syrian president was supposed to meet the Mossad chief in Moscow.
Erdogan announced the opening of a Turkish consulate in Aleppo.
“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.
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.
“A new chapter has begun with all components of the Lebanese people”, Sharaa said, according to +963.
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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 meeting, attended by Syria TV, featured discussions between activists and civil society organizations on plans to build a new Syria.
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.
“We are maintaining contact with representatives of the forces currently in control of the situation in Syria”, said a Kremlin spokesperson.
Sharaa described the developments in Syria as “a victory for the oppressed people over the criminal oppressor”, according to Syria TV.
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The Ministry of Interior is training new cadres who will undergo specialized programs before assuming their duties, Enab Baladi writes.
The SNHR argues that, with the former regime gone, the rationale for maintaining broad economic sanctions has largely disappeared.
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.
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.
