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 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.
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.
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?
As political “strangers,” both men promised rupture over continuity, upheaval over inertia, Wael Sawah writes in Daraj.
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.
This is the third arrest warrant France has issued against Bashar al-Assad, +963 writes.
The Economist explores Syria’s shifting political landscape under President Ahmad al-Sharaa, tracing a path from initial optimism to a resurgence of authoritarianism.
Syria is witnessing a sharp rise in killings, kidnappings, and armed assaults, underscoring the collapse of security structures across much of the country.
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.
Madaniya denounced what it described as the “deliberate and systematic assault” by Israeli forces on sovereign Syrian institutions.
While London has avoided presenting itself as an official sponsor of Syria’s transitional authorities, its fingerprints are increasingly visible, Malek Hafez argues.
The British government spokesperson added that the UK remains in regular contact with the Syrian transitional government, according to Enab Baladi.
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.
It remains unclear whether Washington has formally responded to the Syrian communication.
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.
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.
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 formation of the Civil Peace Committee underscores the Syrian government’s efforts to mend the fractures left by the Assad regime, Syria TV argues.
Syrian deposits in Lebanese banks belong to private individuals, not to the Syrian state, Toufic Shoman writes in Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The UK’s decision comes just a week after the EU suspended certain sanctions targeting Syria’s banking, energy, and transportation sectors.
President Sharaa’s first official meeting with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi took place at the summit venue.
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.
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,
“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.
Russian authorities have not issued any official statement or comment on the incident, Enab Baladi writes.
Abdi stated that he was “in principle” prepared to hand over border security responsibilities to the new authorities in Damascus.
Three former aides stated that Bashar Assad himself did not inform his brother about his plan to flee, according to Shaam Network.
Sharaa described the developments in Syria as “a victory for the oppressed people over the criminal oppressor”, according to Syria TV.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
“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.
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.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
A profile of Major General Husam Louka, the new head of the General Security Directorate who is accused of countless human rights violations
The U.S. State Department has recently imposed sanctions on Brigadier General Abdulsalam Fajr Mahmoud, a prominent Syrian Air Force official, as well as on his wife. What do we know about him?
“Sanctions on the Syrian regime ensure that individuals who have committed heinous crimes cannot enter the UK”, the British envoy said.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
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.
Investigative efforts have traced the background of the three Syrian nationals associated with Iloma, Iyad Jaafari writes in al-Modon.
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
Discussions encompassed the political process, strategies for achieving a political solution and the implementation of UN Resolution 2254.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Farid al-Qasim, who had previously faced allegations of misconduct, is relieved of his duties with Salem Turki al-Antari assuming command, according to pro-government Athr Press
Russia’s representative to the United Nations expressed concerns about what he perceives as efforts by the UN to bypass the Damascus, according to pro-government Athr Press
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
The Syrian Foreign and Expatriates Ministry issued a statement condemning the U.S. attack, according to al-Watan.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
U.S. forces conducted military exercises, including airdrops and hostage liberation drills, according to Athr Press.
Reports suggest that the United Nations is actively pursuing a permanent extension of the aid transportation mechanism through the Bab al-Hawa crossing, Athr Press says.
A Stockholm court in Sweden is currently conducting a trial involving a 65-year-old former Syrian officer, according to Sawt al-Asima.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Since 2014, the UN has utilized the Bab al-Hawa crossing from Turkey to distribute aid to millions in northwestern Syria.
US forces recently dispatched military and logistical reinforcements to their base located in the city of al-Shadadi, according to Athr Press.
The US base in Shaddadi is one of the largest installations in the eastern region of Syria, Athr Press writes.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
After 42 days, protests in Suweida are still gaining momentum, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
King Abdullah II raised concerns that Iran may be benefiting from the lucrative drug trade within the country, according to Syria TV.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Hill had visited northern regions of Syria, leading an American delegation on a quick visit, Athr Press reports.
The blast originated from an explosive device planted within a vehicle belonging to Military Security, according to Baladi News.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Many deportees were subjected to beatings, insults, and humiliation during their detention and deportation, Baladi News reports.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
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.
Turkey will continue its path of reconciliation with Syria following Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s victory, according to al-Watan.
A reliable source has confirmed to Athr Press that the Syrian army has successfully intercepted and shot down 12 drones in various locations.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
It is in the best interest of the Arab world as a whole to allow Syria to rejoin the Arab League, Athr Press says.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Safadi met his Lebanese counterpart Abdullah Bou Habib in Amman, according to Athr Press.
The U.S. Treasury has announced that the sanctions imposed target Syrian producers and exporters of Captagon, according to Shaam News.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Normalization will anger Italy’s allies in the European Union, Enab Baladi writes.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
Damascus has succeeded in breaking some of the isolation imposed on it regionally, Athr Press says.
Julani refused to admit any aid across the frontlines from Damascus to Idleb, according to Athr Press.
Your daily brief of the English-speaking press on Syria.
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.
Al-Araby Al-Jadeed met with a Syrian refugee who arrived in Britain last year and tells his story.
These American movements occur at a time when attention is drawn away by Turkish threats to launch military action, according to Athr Press.
Bulgaria rejected accusations that its border guards shot a Syrian refugee in October, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The story of Yusra and Sara Mardini will be the focus of a movie adaptation, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A military source told North Press the British delegation visited this morning military and civil councils in Kobani and Manbij.
If her appeal proves unsuccessful, it will leave the UK without a competitor in the Mrs. World contest, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Syrian women suffer from all kinds of targeting, even after they left Syria, by men, according to Orient News.
Turkey slams the U.S., HTS attacks regime positions, British woman repatriated from Syria. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The source claimed that the proposal came at the request of Jordan due to the constant threats on its borders, according to Athr Press.
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.
The United Nations Human Rights Council has condemned once more the Syrian regime and called on it to immediately release detainees and forcibly disappeared people in Syria
The system was brought back to Russia to strengthen its defence, according to al-Souria Net.
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.
Many of these YouTubers are Syrians who fled the Assad regime’s oppression, according to Zaman al-Wasl.
The Russian Minister of Defense said that 16 mortar attacks were monitored over the past 24 hours, according to SANA.
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.
Enab Baladi says Russia exaggerates the number of soldiers it keeps in Syria.
A group of lawyers are challenging the UK’s decision to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, according to Enab Baladi.
The minister reaffirmed Syria’s support for the liberation of the Falkland Islands from “British colonialism”, according to SANA.
It is never too late to pursue determined efforts to secure some semblance of justice and accountability. The Syrian Observer sits with Charles Lister.
The opposition reaffirmed its commitment to a political solution in Syria, according to the SOC Media Department.
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.
Tens of civilians killed last month in Syria, Assad phones the Sultan of Oman, and HTS issues amnesty. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
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.
Two Iranian soldiers died as a result of an Israeli attack in Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
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 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.
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.
A report by the Guardian showed how underground networks in Turkey provide ISIS terrorists with fake passports, according to SANA.
The intervention of Putin in Kazakhstan and Syria holds many similarities, according to Sam Hamad in al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The UK Interior Ministry has confirmed that Syria is not currently safe for the return of refugees, according to Athr Press.
The UK Home Office has announced its decision to “deport a Syrian asylum seeker” to his country, deemed safe enough, according to Etihad Press.
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.
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 general and four soldiers were killed Sunday in an attack in eastern Syria, where jihadist groups are active, al-Araby al-Jadeed reports.
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.
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
A Syrian opposition figure said that Interpol granting the regime access to its communications network endangers the lives of millions, Nedaa Post writes.
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.
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.
Airstrikes from unidentified drones killed three pro-Iran fighters in Deir-ez-Zor, according to the Daily Star.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 coalition of eighty Syrian NGOs has called for the continuation of cross-border aid from Turkey to Syria, according to al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Foreign Minister has applauded the broad participation of Syrians living abroad in the presidential elections, writes SANA.
Advocacy groups have called on the Assad regime to participate fully in the UN political process, thereby ending sanctions.
The representative of the Russian delegation to the UN Human Rights Council has called the British draft resolution “completely biased,” reports SANA.
Coronavirus patients in Damascus are no longer able to find beds in intensive care units, according to Sowt Al-Asima.
The UK Metropolitan Police is investigating Asma al-Assad for inciting and encouraging terrorist acts in Syria, writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
86 percent of Syrian refugee children said that they would not like to return to their homeland, according to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
A court case in Spain will decide the fate of seven individuals accused of sending support to ISIS and Jabhat al-Nusra, writes SANA.
The militant opposition group has released an American journalist after a 188-day detention in Idleb, writes Zaman Al-Wasl.
As the Biden team begins its work next month, it needs to reassess American policy in Syria, Robert Ford, former U.S. Ambassador to Damascus writes
The Syrian government reacted angrily to a statement by the British envoy to Syria, state news agency SANA reports
The BBC has released its 2020 list of inspirational women, which this year includes three a biologist, a documentary maker and an illustrator, all from Syria writes Enab Baladi.
Donald Trump could be voted out office, but looking back, his actions in Syria have had a lasting impact that will continue to shape future US policy writes Baladi News.
Syria’s representative to the UN has lambasted western countries for their reaction to Syria’s cooperation with the OPCW reports The Syria Times
Gulfsands Petroleum has expressed concerns about the recent deal between the US and the Kurds and their options for drilling in the northeastern region writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
It has been announced that Major General Tariq al-Khadra has died aged 80, after a long career serving in the Palestine Liberation Army reports Al-Masdar.
The Ministry of Social Affairs in Lebanon has outlined a plan for the return the Syrian refugees, despite the unsafe conditions in their country.
An investigation by Global Witness have uncovered a money laundering operation that helps the regime avoid sanctions and purchase supplies reports Alsouria Net.
Weakened after his recent spat with Assad, Makhlouf is going after the president’s advisor, Bouthaina Shaaban reports Al-Modon.
A fighter from the Islamic States claims to have been recruited by the British intelligence services and told to spy on Syrian and Russian defences writes Al-Masdar.
A Russian newspaper has published a report about the internal struggles between Assad and Makhlouf and what it could mean for Syria writes Ana Press.
As the coronavirus spreads through Syria, there are fears for the prisoners languishing in Syrian regime prisons and calls for them to be released writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
A rift has grown between wife of the president, Asmaa al-Assad, and the Makhlouf family, who are strong financial backers of the regime reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Six people have confessed on television to planting bombs in and around Damascus, on the instructions of terrorists based in Jordan writes SANA.
After reaching a ceasefire deal with Russia, Erdogan has suggested that the oil fields in Deir ez-Zor should be managed by Putin writes Al-Modon.
The female members of the White Helmet have been a crucial part of the rescue group that have reportedly rescued 114,000 lives since 2013 writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Raed al-Fares, who ran Fresh Radio and was assassinated in Idleb, has been posthumously awarded the Courage in Journalism Award reports Al-Modon.
Regime and Russian warplanes have hit schools and nurseries in Idlib province, leaving at least 21 people dead reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
Foreign YouTubers with thousands of subscribers are presenting sanitized view of a country still reeling from a devastating war, writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Turkish army has launched an attack against regime outpost near the town of Saraqeb, killing dozens reports Zaman Al Wasl.
A documentary film about a young mother’s experience amid the Syrian civil war took home a Best Documentary win and 4 nominations at the 2020 BAFTAs reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
US President Donald Trump continues with his harsh sanctions and has openly said that American forces in Syria are there to take Syrian oil writes Al-Watan.
Turkey has denied promising Turkish citizenship to Syrian who fight against Haftar’s forces in Libya reports Alsouria Net.
Waad al-Kateab and Edward Watts, who made Oscar nominated ‘For Sama’ hopes to shine a brighter light on the ongoing situation in Syria writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The northern Syrian town of Kafrnabl has witnessed a horrific bombing campaign by Russia, but one activist is providing food and shelter to hundreds of stray cats writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
James Le Mesurier was an ex-British Army officer who set up Mayday Rescue which helped train the White Helmets, was found dead in November reports Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
With support from Russia, the regime is moving to secure territory and influence in areas east of the Euphrates, moving against Turkey and the US writes Al-Arab.
A gruesome video, which shows Russian torturing and beheading a Syrian man, raised questions about the actions of Wagner, the Russian private military company reports Alsouria Net.
In an interview with Rossiya 24, Assad said that Turkey will not repatriate Syrian refugees and that talks are underway to return the Kurdish people to the fold writes SANA.
President Assad has given a wide ranging interview that explored different aspects of the crisis in Syria and what the future holds for the country writes SANA.
James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier was found dead in Istanbul, after allegedly falling from his balcony reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A Russia news outlet has published an article about regime head Bashar al-Assad, in which it fawns over his choice of food and his rejection of Western ideas writes Brocar Press.
President Bashar al-Assad sat down with SANA for a wide ranging interview that explored plans to take back Kurdish areas and the committee to discuss the constitution.
A recently released document has shown a link between the recent Turkish attack and groups funded and armed by the US writes SANA.
Syrians in Turkey are pointing to widespread racism as the cause behind the death by suicide of a nine-year-old Syrian boy reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As funding for schools and educational programs in Idleb dries up, there is a growing risk that children will lose out on their chance for a better future reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Following a coup in 1966, Hafez al-Assad took power in Syria. His rule would be marked by violence and severe oppression writes Asharq al-Awsat.
A new film by Syrian director Sulaiman Tadmori is shinning a light on the suffering of people during the regime’s siege of Homs writes Zaman Al Wasl.
Drone attacks in Hama, Iranian oil unloaded in Syria, damages to churches recorded and anti-regime protests in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
A photo of a young girl in the al-Rahma camp has gone viral around the world, but the original author of the photo has not received any credit reports Zaman Al Wasl.
With the ascension of Boris Johnson to power in the UK, it is expected that he will work with President Trump to strengthen Israel and suppress the Palestinian cause writes Al-Watan.
The tanker, which was boarded by British Royal Marines, was believed to be headed to the Syrian state owned Baniyas Refinery reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Continued airstrikes in northwestern Syria, Turkey criticizes Russian inaction, Turkish council bans refugees from beach and Syrian journalists call for an end to sanctions. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Regime forces retake Kafr Nabudah, accusations of chemical weapon preparations, refugees deported from Beirut airport and journalists targeted in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Fighting in Idleb between government forces and rebel fighters have forced over 200,000 people to flee their homes writes Asharq al-Awsat.
Anisseh Shawkat, the daughter of Assad’s brother-in-law, has been living in a Knightsbridge flat and is accused of receiving money from the Assad regime reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Terrorists in Idleb have falsely accused the Syrian regime of using chemical weapons, despite Syria disposing of its chemical weapons in 2013 writes Al-Watan.
The Russian President’s Special Envoy for Syria and the British Prime Minister’s International Affairs Adviser discussed issues affecting the Middle East and Syria reports SANA.
Speaking to survivors of the Saydnaya prisons, Lawrence Abu Hamdan has produced a sound installation that has been shortlisted for the prestigious Turner Prize
Despite being accepted on to a resettlement scheme by the British Home Office, 15 LGBT Syrian refugees are still waiting for permission to travel to the UK writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
A small number of countries have agreed to take back Islamic State fighters, but the majority are refusing to accept them writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The Syrian National Coalition have emphasised the unity of the Syrian territory and the international laws that govern the Syrian Golan.
A host of countries have criticised US President Donald Trump, for his decision to call for the recognition of the Syrian Golan as Israeli land writes SANA.
At least 12 Syrians have died overnight at the al-Hol refugee camp homing the families of ISIS fighters reports Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Three killed in explosion, British jihadi bride looses child, Russia calls on the US to withdraw from al-Tanf and eight die from landmine. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Despite Bashar al-Assad now being in control of the large majority of the country, his problems are far from over writes Alsouria Net.
In December of last year, US President Donald Trump said that he would pull out all 2,000 US troops from Syria, but now appears to be changing his mind writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
As well as preventing the departure of refugees from the al-Rukban Camp, the US continues to attack civilians and infrastructure writes SANA.
An Al-Qaeda-linked group kills 21 regime forces near Idlib, the Syrian government denounces the UK’s blacklisting of Hezbollah and accuses the US of investing in terrorism, ISIS is close to final territorial defeat and a Syrian parliamentary delegation is in Jordan on the occasion of a conference on Jerusalem. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Following the stripping of suspected IS-member Shamima Begum’s British citizenship, Syrians have called for Bashar al-Assad’s wife Asma’s UK citizenship to be stripped writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
In July 2018, as the government forces closed in on southern Syria, Israel secured a way of Syria for 800 members of the White Helmets and their families reports SANA.
“The VETO” has been made by Vanessa Beeley, who has been a long time supporter of President Assad, and highly critical of Western actions in Syria writes SANA.
There are believed to be as many as 7,000 women held inside regime prisons, with torture, rape and other forms of sexual violence common report Alsouria Net.
Jeremy Hunt, the UK foreign secretary, said that Assad is likely to remain in his position, adding that the UK has “no plans” to reopen diplomatic relations with Syria reports Arab News.
Italian priest Paolo Dall’Oglio was kidnapped by the Islamic State in 2013, while trying to secure the release of two French journalist reports Etihad Press.
A US court ruling against Syria, eleven dead after a building collapse, a humanitarian disaster brewing in eastern Syria and student protests in Idleb. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The two day conference will discuss the challenges the Syria is facing now and the issues that it will have to address in the future and means for solving them reports Al-Watan.
The former Saudi intelligence chief claimed that Obama was to blame for allowing Russia and Iran to secure a foothold in Syria reports Hashtag Syria.
A Kurdish road map, a car bombing in Idleb, civilians killed by International Coalition and the return of refugees from Lebanon. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
The Syrian Foreign Ministry is trying to pressure to foreign governments in to reopening their embassies in the capital Damascus reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Britain has denied making moves to reopen its embassy in Damascus, which it previously closed in 2012 writes Alsouria Net.
Following the announced opening of a number of other embassies, people are wondering if the British Embassy is set to open its doors again reports Human Voice.
The decision by the US to withdraw troops from Syria marks a new low in American pragmatism writes The Syrian Observer.
Among the cache was a variety of weapons, vehicles, communications devices and medical equipment reports SANA
It has been reported that British and French experts have been aiding terrorists to convert the drones for use in chemical attacks writes SANA.
At the 11th round of Astana talks,Dr. Bashar al-Jaafari said that Turkey was the prime suspect in the recent chemical attack in Aleppo reports SANA.
While the exact number of swapped prisoners has not been confirmed, it has been described as an important step writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
Following a vote by member states, the OPCW will now be able to investigate chemical attacks and attribute responsibility reports Hurriya Press.
The curfew is part of a security campaign that aims to root out corrupt rebels from the National Army reports Zaman Al Wasl.
Many Syrian children living in Lebanon have missed large portions of their education due to their situation reports Asharq al-Awsat
Demands to know the fate of the missing, condemnation of US attacks, regime assaults and reconstruction efforts. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Jumpei Yasuda was reportedly released to a group in Turkey, although it remains unclear who kidnapped the journalist writes Al-Araby al-Jadeed.
The regime has proposed that those who have not served join the First Corps, which is based in the south of the country writes Enab Baladi.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva has lashed out at Israel’s treatment of Syrians living in the Golan Heights reports The Syria Times.
Virginia State Senator Richard Black has urged the US and Western states to lift sanctions, after meeting with Presidential Political and Media Advisor Bouthaina Shaaban reports SANA.
A potential new chemical attack, ISIS hostages, an increased Russian naval presence and Turkish pleas for restraint. Catch up on everything that happened this weekend.
It was revealed by the Syrian Presidency that the breast tumor was discovered in its early stages reports Hurriya Press
The US-led coalition had previously denied killing civilians during bombing raids against the Islamic State writes SANA
Syrian war correspondent Rabei Deebh says that victory for the Syrian Army is inevitable writes The Syria Times
Rumors of talks between the Syrian Democratic Forces and the regime have left the residents of Raqqa unsure of what the future holds writes Enab Baladi
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN accused the US of not waiting for the results of investigations before launching attacks on Syria writes SANA
President Assad has vowed to retake the north and rejects the presence of US and Turkish troops in Manbij writes SANA
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad struck a defiant tone during an interview with the British newspaper.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has claimed that Russia and the US nearly went to war over Syria, during a televised interview aired on Thursday writes SANA
Half of the people in the northern rebel province of Idleb have already fled from other parts of Syria reports Al-Araby
Assad dismisses Trump’s label of him as an ‘animal’ in extensive interview
Head of the Syrian Negotiations Commission calls on Britain to hold war criminals to account
Iranian official renews support for his country’s Syrian ally, SANA reports
Tishreen newspaper says missiles were launched from American and British bases, Alsouria Net reports
U.S.-U.K.-France attack has done little to stem the flow of civilian deaths, war monitor says
The two foreign ministers spoke by telephone, SANA reports
In loyalist Al-Watan, Maysoun Youssef argues that Western nations should listen to the testimony of Syrian child Hassan Diab
A pro-regime, anti-U.S. protest spells trouble for the SDF
Syria’s representative to the world body calls on Israel to give up its nuclear weapons, SANA reports
After fluctuations seen during the threat of Western military action, the Syrian pound has calmed down, Al-Watan reports
The Western strikes on Syria have shown Russia, Iran and the regime there is no true victory ahead of them, Ammar Dioub writes
U.S.-U.K.-French strikes on Syria have provoked a multitude of conflicting reports
Marcus Papadopoulos tells pro-government e-newspaper The Syria Times that as long as militant groups control the Ghouta, the U.S. and U.K. will hold hope Damascus can be taken
Opposition website Souriatna takes a look at the fate of Syrians over the seven years of war
Enab Baladi explores the regime’s narrative on the Eastern Ghouta offensive publicized in its sympathetic media
A source at the Syrian government tells SANA that Western governments are sending messages of support to militants holding civilians hostage in the Ghouta
Opposition activists have put the death toll from regime bombardment at more than 200 over the past two days
Dozens of civilians killed in recent bombardment as Assad forces prepare for ground assault on the opposition enclave
24-year-old British man dies during demining of former ISIS-held city, Al-Etihad reports
Top advisor to President Assad meets with members of the U.K.’s House of Lords to discuss Britain’s stance against Syria, SANA reports
Pastor Andrew Ashdown is leading a delegation to Syria with the hope of encouraging a shift in British policy, SANA reports
Washington’s ignorance and failure in implementing its foreign policy are clear indicators of the impending collapse of the U.S. empire, Assad’s chief propagandist writes in Al-Mayadeen
Russian Defense Ministry spokesperson says all strikes over the past week had exclusively targeted Nusra positions, official media reports
Western positions on president remaining during a transitional stage are not a reflection of their willingness to allow the regime to survive, Walid Al-Bunni writes
Fragmented visions on rebuilding Syria have created uncertainty around the roles foreign countries will play in the coming stage, writes Ibrahim Hamidi
Social media users publish news on Syrian regime figure’s death from ‘Shine Online’, a channel which skeptics claim doesn’t exist
France’s dynamic new president has demonstrated the willingness to show fresh leadership on the global stage, Saudi-owned Asharq al-Awsat newspaper writes
As the Islamic State continues to lose ground, the death of its leader now seems confirmed, Asharq al-Awsat reports
Assad government says claims are removed from logic after fact-finding mission releases report announcing the use of sarin gas
Emergency workers in southern Syria publish statement lauding the work of the Fire Brigade in the aftermath of the Grenfell Tower inferno
French President Macron must convince Moscow of the benefits of a political solution if Paris hopes to have any luck in settling the Syrian crisis, Michel Abu Najm writes for Saudi-owned newspaper
Washington aims to limit Tehran’s political weight and break the line of Iranian influence by engaging in deal-making with Russia, Ibrahim Hamidi writes for Saudi-owned newspaper
Top adviser to Assad speaks to loyalist Al-Watan newspaper on the progress of talks between Syrian government and the opposition
Russian experts claim Moscow must decide whether to cut and run or double down, as attack may be another indication of a shift in American policy toward Syria
Damascus mobilizes forces to desert region in attempt to prevent U.S.-backed rebels from making further gains in the area, opposition outlet reports
The kingdom will enter into a state of war if it agrees to participate in a tripartite plan between the U.K., U.S. and Israel to militarize the areas north of its border with Syria, Tahsin al-Halabi writes for loyalist Al-Watan
Syrian human rights lawyer says evidence exists tying members of the ruling family to war crimes, opposition site Sada al-Sham writes
Assad’s top political and media advisor speaks to Lebanese television, framing the U.S. strike in the scope of CIA efforts to punish Damascus, claiming that the attack on the base came in the wake of victories by government forces against terror groups, state media reports
Saudi-owned Asharq al-Awsat explains that many opposition factions are still deciding whether to participate in the talks in the Kazakh capital, claiming that some parties believe Russia isn’t pulling its weight in enforcing the cease-fire deal
It will be up to the armies of Syria, Iraq and Russia to defend the interests of their people by preventing the breakup of Middle Eastern geography for benefit of Western energy interests, Ali Hashem writes for pro-regime Al-Watan
Donald Trump’s decision to strike the Shayrat base earlier this month was less about changing the balance of power in Syria, but instead represented a nod to his domestic rivals showing his willingness to act as a strong and decisive leader, Abdel Moneim Ali Eissa writes for loyalist outlet Al-Watan
Al-Hayat columnist Ibrahim Hamidi highlights four observations in the aftermath of the first American strike on Syrian army positions, explaining that the coming days will show which of two tracks will be taken by Russian and the U.S. in response — military escalation between the two superpowers, or a renewed interest in a military-political agreement
President Bashar al-Assad gave an interview to Croatian newspaper Vecernji List published Thursday, in which he reflects on six years of conflict, the negotiation process and the fight against terrorism. The following is the full text as published by government news agency SANA
According to an investigative report by NDR and Zaman al-Wasl, German citizens have been on the Syrian regime’s watch list for decades, with instructions in place to bar them from entry into Syria or detention when inside Syria
President Assad told Belgian media that statements made by Trump are promising regarding the priority of fighting terrorists, and mainly ISIS. Below is the full text as appeared on SANA:
President Assad has said that his mission, according to the constitution and according to the laws, that we have to liberate every inch of the Syrian land. Following is the full context of the statement, as published by SANA
The Syrian Observer republishes Qantara’s 2015 profile on the Syrian critical philosopher and political activist on the sad occasion of his passing
Opposition negotiator tells BBC that Aleppo is ‘an important place for the revolution but it is not the last place’
An increase in state repression and random violence has contributed to the spread of “war commanders” and the occurrence of a coup in social segments to the benefit of the emerging “new guard” of businessmen
President Bashar al-Assad told Danish TV that the United States doesn’t have the will to reach any agreement about Syria. Following is the full text of the interview, as appeared in SANA
Boris Johnson tells Turkish media that Assad, Russia and Iran are carrying out a large proportion of the massacres in the city as fighting intensifies in residential areas
Britain acknowledges participation in US coalition strikes on Syrian army sites in Deir-ez-Zor last week
Syria has become divided between conflicting forces into spheres of influence
All “fleeing” capital has its own reasons, but the final result is the flight of capital and the stopping of the wheel of production in the Syrian economy
Key opposition figure says HNC has taken a strategic decision to continue with the peace process through a vision for political transition beginning with the departure of Assad
Comments by UK foreign secretary following meeting with Syrian opposition show his complete dissociation from reality, source claims
The opposition meets with high-level diplomatic figures in London to discuss its three-stage political vision, which includes six months of negotiations, a transition period lasting 18 months, and ending in elections
President receives delegation of UK lawmakers, academics and religious figures as part of effort to combat “misrepresentations” of Syria in Western media
Until recently, Damascus saw the Kurds as an ally able to help pressure a wide geographical area that needed hundreds of thousands of soldiers and at the same time would constitute a thorn in the Turkish throat, which was greedy to swallow Syrian geography and people at the same time.
It is expected that Russia will redouble its efforts politically and militarily until the end of this year to create a situation in Syria that allows them to achieve most of their aims from the intervention
According to a seven-page draft agreement, Moscow and Washington are considering high-level coordination beyond “carrying out air defense” in Syria’s skies, to reach a level of “direct cooperation” between the two armies and their intelligence agencies against Nusra Front and ISIS
he U.S. State Department said the meeting between them “reaffirms strength of U.S.-UK special relationship.”
The U.S. State Department said the meeting between them “reaffirms strength of U.S.-UK special relationship.”
“American administrations are famous for creating problems, but they never solve any,” Assad told the Australian SBS TV channel. The following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA.
UK envoy to Syria says reports of Russian strikes on civilian areas constitute a violation of the UN-backed cessation of hostilities agreement
The list targets for assassination 25 Britons whom the Assad regime accuses of joining ISIS
Presidency denies reports Assad handed over “kill list” of British nationals who joined ISIS to visiting Conservative MPs
Defense ministry says no combat missions have been carried out by Russia’s air force in the northwestern province
Hands Up For Syria appeal headed by British-based foundations raises 8 million pounds to provide Syrian children with access to education and learning materials
EU parliamentarians appeal for European governments to commence dropping humanitarian aid in hard to reach areas as hostilities between warring parties intensify
Opposition leader warns of pending humanitarian crisis in a number of Syrian provinces, especially Aleppo, as signs suggest regime forces are preparing for a large scale offensive
The raging fighting weakens a weeks-old ceasefire agreement and threatens to derail U.N.-led peace talks
Leaks reveal how Rami Makhlouf smuggled his huge wealth out of Syria with help from Panamanian law firm and British banking giant
Kremlin’s goals are transparent and are represented through reaching a political solution in Syria, according to Vladimir Chizhov
Assad continues his interview with Novosti and Sputnik. The interview is published here as appeared on SANA.
Education ministry attempting to stop organization from working in schools in eastern Hassakeh, according to sources
Western diplomats say the Russian withdrawal came as a surprise, especially that no indicators were detected beforehand
Around 400 to 500 fighters have crossed the border, a Turkish security source confirmed
Syria’s representative to the UN says ISSG members should pressure the Turkish, Saudi and Qatari governments to end their support for terrorism and comply with UN resolutions
The strangest story is that of the famous British music band the “Beatles” that appeared in the 60s and whose songs are still listened to
Representatives at the Vienna II conference agreed to disregard all points that were scheduled for discussion, even those which remain disputed, in order to settle one specific issue: the elimination of ISIS and other terrorist groups
The resolution opted for constructive ambiguity and mutual concessions in an attempt to secure a consensus. The result was a final draft outlining the maximum Moscow could get, and the minimum Washington would surrender
In an interview with The Sunday Times, Syria’s president, Bashar al-Assad, warns that bombing will increase the risk of terrorist attacks by sleeper cells in Europe unless there is a concerted effort to destroy ISIS on the ground. The following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA.
This thought crosses one’s mind after the fall of the Russian tourist plane in Sinai, the accompanying diplomatic developments and the complications between the parties concerned
Western media bases its reports on unconfirmed data and unnamed sources, says Russian foreign ministry spokesperson
Hundreds of ISIS members leave for other jihadist groups after pay slashed by up to a half
Western nations have recently softened their rhetoric toward Assad in apparent acceptance of the president’s mandate to serve during a transitional period
Foreign Ministry slams Western nations for distorting the meaning of Security Council charter, stating any armed presence on Syrian land would be violation of sovereignty
According to UAE Today newspaper, the total value of Syrian investments was approximately AED 6.5 billion, followed by Palestinians and Saudis who traded AED 5.7 billion and AED 5.2 billion each in Dubai
The British officials, Assad’s government says, are meddling in issues that are not their specialty according to the international law and the U.N. Charter
“Is this drowned child one of the crowd of refugees that frighten you, Mr. Cameron?” The Independent asks the British Prime Minister
Attacks took place in the town of al-Barra and al-Hatib
Israeli warplanes target a number of positions in the Syrian Golan Heights, says IDF
The British foreign secretary tells Asharq Al-Awsat his country’s military presence in the Gulf should be seen as part of a permanent commitment to the region’s security
Tehran is helping Assad cope with his manpower shortage by recruiting mercenaries in Lebanon, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Iraq
Some American and European officials believe that the regime and its allies are leaking this kind of information to reduce pressure on it, and give the impression that ISIS is the only possible alternative
Report claims over 2,000 Syrians have drowned while attempting to emigrate to European countries
British Telegraph newspaper claims the recent hospitalization and arrest of a number of senior regime figures was due to their participation in a foiled coup attempt
Turkish authorities deport the son of a British official for illegally travelling to Syria
Detained Syrian journalist wins 2015 UNESCO World Press Freedom Prize
Former Coalition president claims John Kerry’s recent remarks ignore US policy in the region, as well as the American values of human rights and democracy
Collapse of US and EU values with narrow interests and hollow mottos attests to the ineffectiveness of their polices, claims deputy FM
ISIS confiscates the homes of former Baathists and defectors from the Syrian regime
Should we really worry about cleaning up the language of the news, with embarrassing terms like “sexual jihad,” or should we instead focus on the reality of an unprecedented phenomenon that sees dozens of teenage girls leaving their parents’ homes each year in order to join jihadist groups?
The Syrian Observer publishes the statement that was signed by 57 Syrian and international rights groups as translated and published by the VDC
Schools in Deir-ez-Zor ordered to teach the Koran while new syllabus is prepared
Even though the people of the camps had chosen neutrality, they performed humanitarian work by supplying the besieged areas with food supplies and provided medical services and first aid to the wounded
Group now requires European recruits to undergo background checks, fearing infiltration by Western intelligence agents
Why does Ankara refuse to play a decisive role and leave the area open to others —is it afraid of military involvement?
There is a notable absence of Syrians among the decision-makers
The state has judicial organizations, hospitals and police
Regime supporters have turned to social media to reflect their rage over the Islamic State’s humiliating defeats against the armed forces in eastern Syria
A column in honor of the one-year anniversary of Syria’s chemical attack
Laws are not enough; there must be a fundamental change in the religious culture that glorifies death and martyrdom for the sake of God
Foley’s killer had been identified by the UK’s Security Service (MI5) and Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), but did not give further details
Diana Foley posted the statement after the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) released a video on Tuesday purportedly showing the beheading of Foley and threatening to carry out further executions until the United States ended its air strikes against the militant group.
Zeytoun Millie is a Syrian artist who has lived in the UAE for more than 12 years and established a career for herself in the Northern Emirates
The Syrian reality is no longer interesting for the international public who have found in the World Cup an escape from the daily concerns
Here he is now declaring his readiness to give his life on the command of the Iraqi leader of ISIS, the mysterious and bloody figure, Baghdadi
As the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) continues its lightning advance in Iraq and consolidates its strongholds in Syria, sparking fears of sectarian war across the region
London-based Syrian businessman and oil mogul Ayman Asfari has emerged as a leading contender
More than 400 British Muslims are thought to have traveled to Syria, posing a potential security risk if they return to the UK
Sources say Damascus and its allies suggested the European Union’s High Representative for Common Foreign and Security Policy, Javier Solana
British counter-terrorism officials have started a national campaign targeting women, which is aimed at raising awareness of the risks of visiting Syria, even for those who just wish to assist with humanitarian projects
The motives for the attack were not known and no one immediately claimed responsibility for the killing
Robertson says the results of the election are well known by all
The shocking photograph was circulated globally
Okla escaped from the infamous Roumiyeh Lebanese prison in October 2012
The regime is using the gold reserves after having already used up everything that had been set aside for investment, everything that it could sell
Activists have accused regime forces of carrying out the attack near a mosque in Yadouda
The opposition has asked that Chapter VII of the U.N. Security Council be enacted over Syria’s failure to deliver chemical weapons
Mean arrested, women lashed and others beheaded for religious crimes
Geneva II should pave way for interim governing body with executive powers
Mekdad says western governments want security cooperation because on terrorism
Official tells BBC that the allies said the group will lose credibility if they don’t attend
The family of Syrian president’s wife, Asma Assad are living in fear and alienation in London
Activists in Qalamoun question the credibility of the Observatory’s sources
Sarah Khan claims a phone conversation about the case was held between her mother and Shaaban
The Syrian government says Abbas Khan entered Syria illegally, pardon a gesture of good will
Secretary of State says US meeting with Islamic Front “possible,” despite aid freeze
Asharq Al-Awsat speaks with Syrian interim government Prime Minister Ahmed Touhmeh about recent developments on the ground in Syria and the upcoming Geneva II peace conference
Syria says “era of colonialism” is over
Wilkes also warned against the division of the Syrian state if Geneva did not go ahead
Opposition claim the man was Sunni and fighting with the rebels
Feltman tells Raghida Dergham not holding the Geneva 2 conference means that Assad will be running in the next presidential election
Sarah denies western efforts to exclude the National Council from Geneva II
The mini-feature showed her comforting the bereaved and planting olive trees with children, dressed in black trousers and a grey T-shirt
Jaafari said the resolution states that neither party in Syria is allowed to develop, produce or transport chemical weapons
Details have emerged about what happened after Jamil gave an interview to The Guardian newspaper
The Coalition delegation will also deliver a speech at the meeting of the General Assembly
Many believe that Obama’s image has been shaken by Assad and Putin
A study conducted by the British Institute for Defense (IHS Jane’s) showed Jihadists and extremists form half of the armed terrorist groups in Syria
Not content to force amendments to the U.S.-Russian agreement, the British and French have sought to make premature media announcements about expectations at the U.N.
U.S., French and U.K. purporting to support a political solution while also continuing to support Al-Qaeda
Information Minister says Syria takes its commitments seriously
That target is toppling Assad, not punishing him, and this possibility has come closer
The target is toppling Assad, not punishing him, and this possibility has come closer
There is no hope to push Western attitudes into a more advanced position in light of the reluctance to forge a direct alliance with the West, or in light of fighting the Baath in a Baathist language
no one can save the true Syrian Revolution except the rebels themselves on the ground, and friendly countries such as France and some influential Arab states
The Assad regime is standing at the same crossroads that Saddam Hussein’s regime reached prior to the 2003 war
Assad’s allies succeeded in mobilizing a broad military front that is prepared to engage in an extended war that could last for months or more
President Bashar al-Assad gave an interview to American CBS news. Following is the full text of the interview.
Britain and the European Union provided the Syrian side with what is called a “last minute proposal” to avoid war
Syrian Observer among a handful of online resources listed by the British publication
Syrian Observer among a handful of online resources listed by the British publication
Israeli regime carried out missile test to test Syrian air defence?
The Middle East is a powder keg, and today the flame is coming very near, Assad says
A stroll around the White House grounds with his top adviser on Friday evening changed President Barack Obama’s mind
The rebel-held areas of Mouadamiya are under an intense siege by the regime forces
Jafaari says Syria is a peaceful state that seeks peace and security in the region
Sources said that Yakhont and M-600 missiles are ready to be deployed
A quick tour of the coverage by the U.S media of the Syrian issue
Hague told the BBC nothing was ruled out
The Syrian army believed that what happened in Ghouta was a media war, following an official justification classifying yesterday’s massacres as being mere images carried by channels “that are partners in the bloodshed” affecting the Syrian people
The Syrian government dismissed the reports as baseless and untrue
It once seemed like Syrian President al-Assad would quickly fall in Syria’s uprising, but increased Russian and Iranian support, and now the coup in Egypt, have given him a new lease on life
Looted goods are on sale after the fall of Khaldiyeh
The newspaper reported that the bulk of arms are being directed to extremist groups
Western U.N. delegates say Syria has no place on the Council
Rebels blow up depot after it was raided several days ago by the Liwa al-Islam brigade
Government and opposition sources give differing numbers of armed forces killed
Guardian newspaper claims Assad consulted Lieberman on displacement policy
Cameron says there are mounting concerns about terrorists fighting in Syria returning home to the U.K.
There are at least 200 Australians fighting in Syria
The move would leave the Syrians alone to be killed by President Bashar al-Assad and Hezbollah
Western media is dangerously inaccurate, aimed at slandering the majority
All4Syria Website published excerpts from an NPR story on the health situation in Syria with the sharp decrease of doctors and medications
The King of Jordan speaks to Asharq Al-Awsat on the Syrian crisis and its impact on Jordan and the Middle East
Friends of Syria group has agreed to provide military aid to the Syrian opposition in order to redress the power balance in the country and force President Bashar Al-Assad
The efforts to postpone a political solution in Syria only indicate that we will see this game of cat and mouse once again
The agreement is designed to avoid the sectarian bloodshed experienced in post-Saddam Iraq
Putin met with British Prime Minister David Cameron ahead of a G8 meeting in Ireland
The head of the British National Party said his controversial fact finding mission was designed to highlight the risks in arming the rebels
Chemical weapons used by rebels came from Turkey
Russian spokesman says Syrian Army conducting counterterrorism operations in the town
New poll suggests less than half of Britons support arming the opposition in Syria
New poll suggests less than half of Britons support arming the opposition in Syria
British and French pressure overturns ban, but EU agrees to wait for talks before supplying arms
UK Foreign Secretary William Hague calls on Syrian opposition to negotiate with Assad regime
For analysts familiar with the politics of Syria, the country’s descent into chaos amounts to an all-too-predictable pattern. It also parallels what Rami Makhlouf, a major regime figure and first cousin of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, bluntly announced that, among other things, Syrians faced the Assad regime or domestic and regional chaos.
A soil sample smuggled out of Syria in a secret British operation shows hard evidence of chemical weapons’ use in Syria, claims the Times of London.
A senior Syrian Muslim Brothers figure has attacked the United States for its inaction against Bashar al-Assad’s regime, saying that Britain and France were now the best hope for salvaging the rebellion.
A senior Syrian Muslim Brothers figure has attacked the United States for its inaction against Bashar al-Assad’s regime, saying that Britain and France were now the best hope for salvaging the rebellion.
Several bodies of international law provide standards applicable to the Syrian crisis, including international humanitarian law, international criminal law, and international human rights law
US ambassador to Syria Robert Ford, who left Damascus almost a year ago, said that there isn’t enough evidence to support claims of a chemical attack but that the issue was under investigation.
US ambassador to Syria Robert Ford, who left Damascus almost a year ago, said that there isn’t enough evidence to support claims of a chemical attack but that the issue was under investigation.
The full text of the interview conducted by The Sunday Times with Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad.
Evidence has been found suggesting that Syria’s military used chemical weapons against its own people last month, in what one Israeli intelligence official said last night was a test to gauge the reaction of the US and its allies.
The Syrian Coalition presents a draft vision for a transitional period based on a controlled gradual transition of power, ensuring that governmental institutions continue working in full function, troops withdrawal to their bases, collection of weapons from civilians, and mobilizing national efforts towards rebuilding Syria.
President Assad spoke Sunday, amid rapturous chanting from loyalists that they are with him with “all their blood and soul.” His speech was met by a roar of protest and mocking from Syrian citizens and opposition groups, as well as the international community. This was his first public speech in six months.The opposition says he lives in isolation and does not know what is going around him.
Both Britain and Washington have denied knowing Makdissi’s whereabouts, whilst rumors about Makdissi’s fate abound in Lebanon. As for the al-Assad regime, it has remained silent, insisting that Makdissi is on “administrative leave”. So what is the fate of Jihad Makdissi? Asharq Al-Awsat has obtained important details regarding Makdissi’s movements over his final days and weeks in Syria prior to his disappearance.
A Syrian Website quoted a UK official as commenting on Vice President Faruk al Sharaa and calling on President Bashar al Assad to step aside.
These countries do not realize that even if they make some profit now, using terrorism for their benefit, they will soon be victims of the very terrorism they support now.