According to previous Syria TV reports, Syria currently operates 54 diplomatic and consular missions abroad across various continents.
The agreement presents a critical test for the new government’s narrative of a “new phase”, al-Hal writes.
Technologies that in other nations are deployed to protect citizens or combat organized crime were twisted into instruments of repression.
Ahmad al-Sharaa’s recent visit to Washington marked a critical waypoint in Syria’s evolving diplomatic trajectory, according to Ulta Syria.
Fadi Ali al-Muhaymid has been appointed as president of the council, Shaam writes.
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.
A Russian delegation visited Damascus, accompanied by a Turkish counterpart, to conduct high-level security talk, according to al-Hal.
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.”
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
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.
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The Iranian Foreign Ministry blamed Assad for not resisting.
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.
Jalali also underscored the importance of mutual support for the two nations’ positions on global issues, al-Baath writes.
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.
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.
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The Syrian cabinet intends to update its ministers’ vehicle fleet with 2024 model cars, each valued at approximately half a billion Syrian pounds, al-Modon says
The project was supposed to be situated in the Wadi al-Rabeeh area adjacent to the Tishreen power station in the Damascus countryside, according to Snack Syrian.
The Deputy Special Envoy for Syria at the United Nations urged all involved parties to prioritize de-escalation and safeguarding civilian lives.
According to experts monitoring the energy sector, generating 36 megawatts of electricity through photovoltaic collectors necessitates the installation of a minimum of 66,000 panels, Athr Press reports.
Ambassador Xi expressed China’s eagerness to strengthen cooperation with Syria, according to al-Thawra.
Dr. Shaaban emphasized the significance of President Bashar al-Assad’s meeting with President Xi Jinping, describing it as both important and historic, according to al-Thawra.
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Iran wants to channel the funds from Syria to Tehran via a railway connecting the port of Khomeini in Khuzestan, southwestern Iran, to the Mediterranean Sea, Syria TV says.
Bilal Al-Na’al is a prominent Damascus-born businessman, known for his significant contributions in the real estate and investment sectors
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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.
To facilitate smoother exports from Syria to China, it has been proposed to use the port of Aqaba in Jordan, according to Athr Press.
The primary objective of Assad’s visit is to seek economic support and investments, according to Adnan Ali in Syria TV.
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After 42 days, protests in Suweida are still gaining momentum, Asharq al-Awsat reports.
President al-Assad emphasized the significance of the Belt and Road Initiative in global development, according to al-Watan.
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Asma al-Assad expressed her gratitude to China for its unwavering support of Syria, al-Watan writes.
Both leaders recognized the potential for further cooperation through China’s economic and cultural initiatives and joint investment projects, al-Watan writes.
Catherine Langzeben said the EU wants to secure the legitimate rights of the Syrian population, according to Baladi News.
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.
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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.
President al-Assad will be joined by a prominent political and economic delegation, according to Athr Press.
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The Assad regime’s reliance on economic ties with Iran and Russia has impeded its recovery, Hassan Aswad 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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Syria and Saudi Arabia reached an agreement to re-establish the path of economic cooperation and resume trade, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad expressed Syria’s readiness to collaborate with Saudi Arabia across various domains, according to Athr Press.
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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.
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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.
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iin exchange for dealing with Assad, the Americans want him to deal realistically with the Kurdish matter, al-Modon reports.
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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.
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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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.
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Wang called on the U.S. administration to stop violating the rule of international law, according to al-Watan.
Syria thanked China for its “generous assistance” in the fight against Covid-19, according to SANA.
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A new process to breathe vitality into the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Syria is ongoing, according to al-Watan.
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.
China believes the Astana format has played a constructive role in coordinating efforts to de-escalate the conflicts in Syria, according to SANA.
Shaaban said Oman derives its strength from “its ancient genes,” according to Atheer.
The visit was previously reported at the request of the Syrian state, according to al-Watan.
Mekdad said the west should follow the example of China and “other peace-loving countries” in seeking cooperation, 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.
Beijing could be waiting for the political situation in Syria to improve to boost bilateral economic ties, according to Athr Press.
Shaaban stressed that the One-China principle is internationally recognized and is in the interest of all Chinese people, according to the Syria Times.
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 grant aims at rehabilitating Syria’s communication network that was “destroyed by terrorists”, according to al-Watan.
Jackie Chan has previously expressed pro-Russia and pro-China viewpoints, 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.
The Education Minister discussed with the Chinese Ambassador to Damascus ways to strengthen educational cooperation, according to Hashtag Syria.
Syria and Russia are working together to resist the effect of sanctions, according to al-Watan.
Syria and Russia are both trying to end American hegemony on trade and finance, according to the Syria Times.
Asma al-Assad congratulated Syrian mothers on the occasion of mothers day, calling Syria the mother of civilizations, according to SANA.
Asma al-Assad welcomed a Russian girl supporting Syrian children, according to the Syria Times.
The Katerji Holding Group announced signing a contract with a Chinese company to build Syria’s “largest industrial plant”, according to al-Souria Net.
Syria and China signed on Wednesday a memo of understanding within the framework of the Silk Road initiative, according to SANA.
Iran is considering building a railway that connects the Port of Khomeini to that of Lattakia, on the Mediterranean, according to Arabi 21.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Health Ministry in Syria received half a million doses of China’s Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccine, SANA reports.
China expresses support to Syria, Iran evacuates base fearful of an Israeli attack, and racist attack in Turkey. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
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.
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.
As Syria rolls out its vaccination plan, turnout is increasing but some are still fearful, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Jordanian King has called for the return of Syria to the Arab embrace, during a visit to Washington, according to Athr Press.
The Delta variant of the coronavirus, which transmits faster, has reached Syria, sparking the need for preventive measures, according to North Press.
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.
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 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.
Corruption has built its way through Syria’s vaccination campaign, according to Sowt al-Asima.
A loyalist researcher has stated that the Caesar Act’s sanctions package is not the root cause of Syria’s economic crisis, writes Baladi News.
The Idleb governor met with a Chinese company specialized in medical industries to discuss areas of bilateral cooperation, reports Syria TV.
China’s president has sent a sympathy message to Bashar al-Assad, who contracted COVID-19 on Monday, writes Al Watan.
Medical personnel are among the first to benefit from a new batch of “Sputnik” COVID-19 vaccines, writes Sowt Al-Asima.
The Chinese Ambassador in Damascus has reaffirmed China’s cooperation and support to the Syrian government in the form of aid, writes SANA.
Russia’s special envoy for Syria has conducted a secret meeting with Assad and “guarantors” of the Astana process, according to Asharq al-Awsat.
A Syrian opposition member has criticized the lack of agreement over the Constitutional Committee writes North Press.
At a UN Security Council vote, Russia and China used their veto to block vital cross-border humanitarian aid to civilians in Syria for a year writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
The Caesar Act has imposed further harsh sanctions on Syria that hope to change the behaviour of the Syrian regime writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
The pound falls yet further, pro-Iranian fighters killed, car bomb attack kills eight, a new coronavirus case and Cuba condemns Caesar Act. Catch up on everything that happened over the weekend.
Reports in Afrin have said that four people in the region have tested positive for coronavirus, the first cases to be registered in the area reports Smart News.
US Ambassador James Jeffrey has discussed the relationship between Syria and Russia and the future of America’s involvement in Syria writes Asharq Al-Awsat.
Despite US sanctions, 6.8 million barrels of oil are en route to Syria, which will help Iran who has been struggling with a drop in demand from China writes Al-Araby Al-Jadeed.
China has provided Syria with coronavirus testing supplies, to aid the country in their fight against the diseases writes SANA.
China has called for the lifting of sanctions against Syria, in light of the spread of the coronavirus, and the country’s ability to stop its spread writes Al-Masdar.
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Syria and China have signed an agreement for a large grant that will be used to fund humanitarian efforts in Syria and help those affected by the war writes SANA.
Syrian economists have suggested that the ongoing spread of coronavirus could have a major impact on the Syrian economy writes Iqtissad.
A humanitarian conference has called on the UN to act in Idleb and secure the safety of those who are fleeing Russian and regime bombardment reports Alsouria Net.
Recent events in Iraq have revealed the weakness of the American position in the Middle East and their desperate attempts to strengthen their hand writes Al-Watan.
The Caesar Syria Civilian Protection Act will block companies and individuals from taking part in the reconstruction and profiting from the deaths of innocent Syrians.
China’s Special Envoy for Syria has stressed that a political solution to the crisis in Syria can be found with help from Russia reports SANA.
President Bashar al-Assad has hailed the diplomatic efforts of China and the “Belt and Road Initiative” writes SANA.
Bouthaina Shaaban has praised the efforts of China, while criticising the West and their attitudes and their interventionist actions in Syria reports The Syria Times.
Syria has come out in support of China following condemnation by the US Congress for China’s treatment of the Uighur muslims.
Countries from around the world have been quick to condemn the actions of the Turkish regime in northern Syria writes SANA.
Mouallem says the Syrian government is ready for the works of the constitutional committee, according to Al Watan
In a television interview, Dr. Bouthaina Shaaban has said that history must be written to remember the honourable sacrifices of the martyrs and the pains of the wounded writes SANA.
Bouthaina Shaaban visited Khan Sheikhoun to congratulate the army and promise that every inch of Syrian land will be liberated writes Al-Watan.
`The Chinese Foreign Ministry has called on the international community to respect the territorial integrity of Syria reports SANA.
Walid al-Muallem has criticised the West for linking the return of refugees to a political settlement and elections reports SANA.
During a trip to China, Walid al-Muallem thanked the Chinese for their support and expressed hope for their future bilateral and economic relations and partnership in the reconstruction process writes SANA.
Foreign and Expatriates Minister Walid al-Muallem is expected to discuss the strengthening of relations between Syria and China writes SANA.
The Foreign and Expatriates Minister, Walid al-Muallem, is set to visit China for a five day visit reports SANA.
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During the Second Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, Syria said that China will play a role in Syria’s reconstruction and that it was pleased to be part of the Belt and Road initiative reports SANA.
While expressing support and solidarity for Syria, the Chinese Assistant Foreign Minister also emphasised Chinese desires to take part in the reconstruction reports SANA.
The agreement, which is believed to be the third of its kind, is thought to be worth 100 million yuan and will be used to fund humanitarian needs in Syria writes The Syria Times.
While Assad has achieved success on the ground, he now faces new battles on the diplomatic stage, which look set to be an insurmountably task writes Anadolu News Agency.
Director of the Air Force Intelligence, Jamil al-Hassan, is notorious for his brutal tactics and torturing dissidents reports Alsouria Net.
The economic sanctions imposed on Syria, have increased the pressures inflicted on the Syrian people reports SANA.
Russian and Chinese companies have proposed building and operating a number of roads in Syria, before handing over control of them to the government reports Business2Business.
There is a desperate need for housing in Syria, but there have been complaints that the houses being built are exclusively for the wealthy reports Al-Ayam.
Following a vote by member states, the OPCW will now be able to investigate chemical attacks and attribute responsibility reports Hurriya Press.
As he bid farewell to the Chinese Ambassador, Deputy Foreign and Expatriates Minister Faisal Mikdad, commended the bilateral relations that have been forged between the two countries writes SANA.
Meetings at the United Nations, criticism of the US presence, the Nasib Border Crossing and
an attack in Gaziantep. Catch up on everything that happened in Syria over the weekend.
The government is failing to attract significant Chinese interest in the country’s reconstruction, a pro-regime media is reporting
As reconstruction becomes a hot topic, Syria looks to India for support and investment reports Asharq al-Awsat.
Syria’s Permanent Representative to the UN said that Western economic sanctions are preventing the return of refugees reports SANA
China’s Special Envoy to Syria expressed his country’s willingness to take part in the reconstruction of Syria reports Al-Thawra
China has said that it is ready to help with the reconstruction of Syria writes SANA
Recent efforts to restart car production in Syria have been controlled by Iranian and Chinese companies writes Souriatna
Al-Mayadeen has provoked the regime’s ire through some of its reports, Alsouria Net reports
Government forces positioned near the mountain region have said they will target civilian areas if local rebels try to thwart regime advance, Zaman al-Wasl reports
Dozens of Egyptian businesses hope to secure a large portion of contracts in the lucrative post-war rebuilding stage
Part two of Al-Modon’s interview with the Carnegie Moscow director looks at Russian ambitions and limits in Syria
The Carnegie Moscow director speaks with Al-Modon about what Russia wants to achieve from its time in Syria
Assad’s allies Russia and Iran will not foot the money needed to bankroll the upcoming rebuilding phase, Jihad Yazigi writes
In the wake of the CCP’s National Congress, President Assad’s political advisor comments on the inevitable rise of China at the expense of the West
China has been pegged as a viable key contributor to the rebuilding of Syria as Damascus looks east for assistance
Syria stresses need for new machinery to rebuild country, after years of war has inflicted damage on current supply, government media reports
China’s envoy to Syria urges parties to continue efforts to secure a political settlement through negotiations, adding that recent chemical attacks in Idleb’s countryside should be investigated through an independent commission, state news agency reports
Syrian government welcomes Chinese business representatives to discuss investment opportunities for the reconstruction of Syria’s industrial sector, state media reports
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
Assad says U.S. forces in Syria are ‘invaders’ and he has yet to see ‘anything concrete’ emerge from President Donald Trump’s vow to prioritize the fight against ISIS. Below is the full interview as published by SANA.
Restrictions by ISIS and the Syrian regime as well as severe exploitation by pharmaceuticals dealers have resulted in a terrible health situation in Deir-ez-Zor
Syrian foreign minister underlines need for concerted international efforts to fight terrorism during meeting with Chinese delegation in the Syrian capital
Damascus has rejected a proposal from Moscow to host a broad conference for the Syrian opposition with “Russia’s guarantees” aiming to form an expanded opposition coalition ahead of possible peace negotiations in Geneva
New report by human rights group claims regime is responsible for the death of 188,729 civilians, over 90 percent of all victims from nearly six years of war in Syria
“It’s not pressure that created the problem — it’s the intellectual cultivation and the mentors who were raised by the teachers of Al-Qaeda and the Wahhabi ideology… This is the fruits of decades of sectarian broadcasts and miseducation.”
Sources claim that Saudi-backed opposition developed a detailed scenario for what is required by the transitional stage and determining the fate of the political situation to save the Syrian people
Beijing and Damascus look to further cultural ties through education measures by increasing the number of scholarships and opening a Chinese language center in the capital
According to leaders in the Islamist and moderate groups, Western diplomats, and officials and civilian activists in Aleppo, 10 reasons can be noted for the “Aleppo coup”
Opposition leader calls on Beijing to flex greater influence towards the Syrian file during meeting with Chinese envoy in Turkish capital
It did not take long for the US to prove it was not a ‘friend of the Syrian people’ – if it ever was – but rather became a neutral actor at best
China’s special envoy for Syria meets with deputy prime minister Muallem and presidential advisor Shaaban in an effort to advance the stalled political process
China’s ambassador meets with Syrian officials in Damascus to discuss investment opportunities during the country’s upcoming reconstruction phase
Beijing says it hopes international and regional states will now play a constructive role in promoting a political settlement
We must not underestimate the extent of regional support for the opposition
Foreign ministry says Syria supports One China principle following election of pro-independence leader in Taiwan over the weekend
Countries sponsoring terrorism must come to see they have reached an impasse and need to change their positions if recent Security Council resolutions are to be successful, top advisor to President Assad tells Lebanese TV
Chinese Foreign Ministry announces it will host Syrian FM as Beijing attempts to play a more active role in finding a solution to the crisis
Chinese foreign minister announces plans following Syria talks between UN Security Council members last week
President Bashar al-Assad tells Chinese Phoenix TV that you cannot take any concrete political step before defeating terrorism, because this is the biggest obstacle, and this is the prime concern to every Syrian. Following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA, the regime’s official news agency
Chinese FM confirms Beijing will attend the follow-up round of negotiations in the Austrian capital next week
Syrian FM welcomes Beijing’s support during Chinese delegation’s visit to Damascus
Chinese FM reiterates support for Syria’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity during meeting with Syrian presidential advisor
Syria’s Assad gave an interview to the Iranian Khabar TV channel. The following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA
Foreign minister briefs leaders and diplomats on Syria’s fight against terrorism at UN General Assembly in New York
ISIS plans to open slave market in Raqqa to sell Shiite community members, says local monitoring group
National Defence Forces militias in possession of munitions from Germany, China, Egypt, Russia and US, leaked report claims
In an interview with the Chinese television station CCTV, Assad says the United States is fighting against an imaginary enemy they assume to be Syria. Following is the full text of the interview, as published by SANA
Campaign aims to humanize the thousands of victims who perished inside regime facilities at the hands of Assad security forces
New research by Chinese scientists confirms mass-displacement and destruction from data collected from Syria
Lavrov says positive reactions came not only from those who participated in the meeting, but also from opposition figures who did not attend
Moscow retracts invite after regime voices concern over attendance of former government employees
Moallem says at least 80,000 Islamist jihadis from all across the world have joined the most radical Wahhabi jihadis in Syria
The move on Thursday was the fourth time Russia and China have blocked U.N. Security Council action on Syria
Minister accuses U.S. of obstructing Geneva III
Interim Defense Minister displayed a photo of a bomb that did not explode, weighing up to 90 kg and filled with chlorine gas
Asharq Al-Awsat speaks with the president of Syria’s largest opposition group
Halqi says Syria will be rebuilt by Syrian hands with the support of friends
Bulbul is one of the first actors who declared his support of the Syrian revolution
The SMC announced Sunday that Idriss had been removed from his post as head of the Supreme Military Council
Is the ‘Free World’ truly interested in ending this conflict? Or is it a mere face-saving exercise?
The failure of the Geneva talks should serve as a lesson for the opposition to redraw its strategy
Syria’s armed conflict escalated even further in 2013 as the government intensified its attacks and began using increasingly deadly and indiscriminate weapons, culminating in a chemical weapons attack on the Damascus countryside on August 21
Assad appeared at ease, wearing a navy blue suit and smiling regularly throughout the 45-minute interview
Ambassador says the Syrian people do not trust the opposition
Ahmed Qadri visited Sweida to issue the goats to martyr’s families’
After considering their options, many Iraqis chose Syria as the place to start over. Today, these Iraqis find themselves in a familiar situation
Walid al-Bunni, the former Spokesman for the National Coalition, asks if it is still possible to talk about a revolution of a people against a tyrant as it was in its first year
The circumstances today are suitable for holding the Geneva conference, as they have been believed by the Syrians to be a month ago
Assad denies reports holding that a member of Fatah’s central committee, had brought him a message from the new emir of Qatar
It is rare that President Bashar al-Assad gives interviews to Syrian newspapers
Assad offered to dismantle his chemical weapons, before calling them “imaginary”
President Bashar al-Assad gave an interview to the Chinese television CCTV. Following is the full text of the interview
Oil companies cite local disturbances for reason for departure
Chinese Foreign Ministry says only solution to the crisis in Syria is a political solution
Syria hopes to involve Chinese companies in tender process of electricity supply goods
Subsistence living in a once thriving city
Now with the regime using Scud missiles and chemical weapons, it has become too late to even demand no-fly zones
Hezbollah supporters are celebrating the capture of Qusayr with sweets. He who laughs last laughs best, opposition activists answer them.
Hezbollah supporters are celebrating the capture of Qusayr with sweets. He who laughs last laughs best, opposition activists answer them.
The opposition National Coalition will not participate in Geneva 2 conference, while the moderate opposition group, the National Coordination Committee, says it would participate and that its delegation has been finalized
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.
Several bodies of international law provide standards applicable to the Syrian crisis, including international humanitarian law, international criminal law, and international human rights law
Today, the Syrians are fighting a security-dominated and suppressive regime that resembles all fascist dictatorships. However, it cannot be labeled sectarian, as Maliki says, because Sunni and Christian pockets are fighting alongside Assad because they share the same interests or fears.
Iranian Foreign Minister Ali Akbar Salehi expressed his country’s support to President Bashar al-Assad’s initiative to resolve the crisis in Syria.
“The Russian-Chinese veto has foiled this imperialist intervention three times, to uphold the international law regarding the Syrian case.”
The damage done by playing for time has extended to areas outside Syria in the last two months. The members of the alliance supporting Assad, from Russia and Iran to Lebanon, have found the opportunity to play off the regional situation; they have taken steps, whose importance varies one country to another.