Regime Sends Huge Reinforcements to Daraa, People Fear Military Campaigns

Tuesday September 26th, 2023

by ZAMAN AL-WASL (Opposition website)

The reinforcements consist of infantry units and heavy equipment, including vehicles, tanks, and ground-based anti-aircraft weaponry, according to Zaman al-Wasl.

President Assad’s Productive Visit to Beijing: Strengthening Ties with China and Engaging with the Syrian Community

Tuesday September 26th, 2023

by AL-WATAN (Pro-government newspaper)

Both leaders recognized the potential for further cooperation through China’s economic and cultural initiatives and joint investment projects, al-Watan writes.

Northeast Aleppo: Crossings War Rages Between Ankara Factions and Salvation Front

Tuesday September 26th, 2023

by ATHR PRESS (Pro-government newspaper)

Throughout the ongoing battles, control over the village and the Hamran crossing changed hands multiple times, according to Athr Press.

Were Arab Committee’s Meetings on Syria Suspended?

Tuesday September 26th, 2023

by AL-SOURIA NET (Opposition website)

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.

Jordanian FM Discusses with Iranian Counterpart Drug Smuggling from Syria

Monday September 25th, 2023

by SYRIA TV (Opposition website)

King Abdullah II raised concerns that Iran may be benefiting from the lucrative drug trade within the country, according to Syria TV.

European MP Phones Sheikh Hijri, Confirms New European Syria Strategy

Monday September 25th, 2023

by BALADI NEWS (Opposition website)

Catherine Langzeben said the EU wants to secure the legitimate rights of the Syrian population, according to Baladi News.

Qaani’s Frequent Visits to Syria: Messages Breaking Borders and Protocols

Monday September 25th, 2023

by AL-SOURIA NET (Opposition website)

Qaani’s visit coincided with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s trip to China, according to al-Souria Net.

American Pressure Hinders the Syrian-Arab Rapprochement: Russian News Agency

Monday September 25th, 2023

by ATHR PRESS (Pro-government newspaper)

Earlier reports indicating that the Arab League’s special committee had suspended its contacts with the Syrian government, according to Athr Press.

China’s Role in Syria: A Complement to Iranian Influence

Monday September 25th, 2023

by AL-MODON (Lebanese website)

The recently inked “strategic partnership” agreements between the Syrian regime and China remain somewhat vague, Iyad al-Jaafari writes in al-Modon.

Syria Today – Damascus Inks Partnership with Beijing; Arab FMs Talk Syria; Attack Against SDF

Monday September 25th, 2023

by THE SYRIAN OBSERVER

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Friday September 22nd, 2023

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Syria President Bashal al-Assad in China, Seeks to End Isolation

Friday September 22nd, 2023

by REUTERS

Syria Today – UK Arrests British Journalist After Trip to Syria; Suweida Protests Continue

Friday September 22nd, 2023

by THE SYRIAN OBSERVER

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Syrian President, First Lady Embark on Official Visit to China and Syrian Athletes Shine at Asian Games

Friday September 22nd, 2023

by AL-BAATH (Pro-government newspaper)

As Assad’s visit unfolds, it promises to strengthen the multifaceted ties between Syria and China, the pro-government al-Baath writes.

After Death of Uman Darwish: U.S. State Department Calls for Immediate De-escalation in Northeastern Syria

Friday September 22nd, 2023

by SYRIA TV (Opposition website)

Turkish intelligence conducted a targeted operation against Uman Darwish, a prominent leader within the YPG, Syria TV writes.